Senior Accountant

LJ Design & Manufacturing; Town of Brookfield (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Laacke & Joys seeks a Senior Accountant to manage day-to-day accounting and assume increasingly complex financial responsibilities as the organization grows. The role focuses on financial reporting, cost analysis, and process improvements within a manufacturing setting.

Ideal candidates have a strong accounting foundation, ERP experience (Epicor preferred), and the ability to partner with operations and leadership on strategic initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (Accounting/Finance) preferred; equivalent education/experience considered.
• 5+ years progressive accounting experience, preferably in manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and month-end close processes.
• Experience with AP/AR, GL, reconciliations, and journal entries.
• Proficiency with Excel and ERP systems; Epicor ERP a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform monthly close, reconciliations, and financial reporting.
• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable; code invoices; post payments.
• Reconcile bank, credit card, and GL accounts; prepare journal entries.
• Maintain inventory accounting records and support cost accounting.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and assist with audits and compliance.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Epicor ERP

Job description

Laacke & Joys is looking for a highly motivated Senior Accountant who enjoys both rolling up their sleeves to manage day-to-day accounting activities and taking on increasingly complex financial responsibilities as our organization grows.

This role is ideal for someone who has a strong accounting foundation but is looking for an opportunity to expand their skills in financial reporting, analysis, process improvement, ERP systems, and business partnering. You'll play a key role in maintaining the accuracy of our financial records while helping support strategic initiatives across the company.

Key Responsibilities

Month-End & Financial Reporting

• Perform monthly account reconciliations and balance sheet reviews.
• Prepare and analyze monthly costing reports, labor efficiencies, and material variances, providing recommendations to improve cost accuracy and operational performance.
• Lead assigned month-end and year-end close processes.
• Prepare financial reports and supporting schedules.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis activities.
• Assist with audits, tax filings, and compliance requirements.

Daily Accounting Operations

• Process and oversee accounts payable transactions, including invoice review, coding, approval workflow, and vendor payments.
• Manage accounts receivable activities, including invoicing, cash application, collections, and customer account reconciliation.
• Reconcile bank accounts, credit cards, and general ledger accounts.
• Prepare and post journal entries.
• Maintain inventory accounting records, review inventory transactions, and support inventory accuracy initiatives.
• Maintain accurate accounting records and supporting documentation.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and internal controls.
• Support ERP and financial system enhancements.
• Participate in cross-functional projects with operations, engineering, sales, and leadership teams.
• Develop expertise in manufacturing accounting, cost accounting, and business analysis.
• Partner with the CFO and leadership team on special projects, financial analysis, and process improvement initiatives, with opportunities for expanded responsibility and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred; equivalent combination of education, training, and relevant work experience will be considered.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting and month-end close processes.
• Hands-on experience working with ERP systems in an accounting or manufacturing environment. Epicor ERP experience a plus.
• Experience with accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger accounting, account reconciliations, and journal entries.
• Familiarity with manufacturing accounting, inventory transactions, and cost accounting concepts.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and accounting/ERP systems.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication skills and a customer-service mindset.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with manufacturing ERP systems and an understanding of financial, inventory, and costing-related processes.
• Manufacturing cost accounting experience, including inventory valuation, standard costing, and variance analysis.
• Experience supporting ERP implementations, process improvements, or system enhancements.