Senior Accountant

Vaco by Highspring; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Vaco by Highspring is seeking a candidate for financial responsibilities including month-end close, cash management, and accounts payable. The role requires expertise in Excel and the ability to manage financial statements effectively.

The ideal candidate will assist in ensuring timely vendor payments, monitor account receivables, and implement strategies to optimize cash flow. This position supports decision-making through accurate financial reporting.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Excel.

Responsibilities

• General ledger month end close and assist with financial statements.
• Cash management, bank reconciliation, and journal entries.
• Accounts payable (AP) and vendor payment coordination.
• Review and verify invoice accuracy.
• Monitor accounts receivable and follow up on outstanding invoices.
• Implement strategies to optimize cash flow.
• Provide routine reports on outstanding A/R balances.
• Prepare and present financial reports.

Job description

Responsibilities

• General ledger month end close and assist with financial statements.
• Cash management, bank reconciliation, and journal entries.
• Accounts payable (AP) and vendor payment coordination to ensure timely settlement of invoices.
• Review and verify invoice accuracy, resolving discrepancies or issues as needed.
• Monitor accounts receivable, follow up on outstanding invoices, and maintain accurate records.
• Implement strategies to optimize cash flow and reduce outstanding balances.
• Provide routine reports on outstanding A/R balances, collections, credit memos, and payroll processing backup.
• Prepare and present financial reports to support decision‑making and forecasting.
• Maintain strong Excel skills.

Desired Skills and Experience

• Proficiency in Excel.

Equal Opportunity Notice

Highspring LLC (d/b/a Vaco by Highspring) and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries (“we,” “our,” or “Vaco by Highspring”) are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by applicable law. The company is also committed to ensuring that persons who need them are provided with reasonable accommodations; if an accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact [e-mail].

Pay Transparency Notice

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual's skill sets, experience and training; licensure and certification requirements; office location and other geographic considerations; and other business and organizational needs.

With that said, as required by local law, Vaco by Highspring believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses and/or participation in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company's retirement plan (or similar retirement benefits).