Senior Financial Accountant — Hybrid, SEC & Tech-Savvy

First-Business-Bank; Madison (WI); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

First Business Bank is seeking a Senior Financial Accountant to support financial reporting, compliance, and accounting operations for a regulated public company. Hybrid work model with two remote days per week, strong accounting expertise, and focus on accuracy are essential.

Responsibilities include month-end close, journal entries, SEC filings, and technical accounting guidance across revenue, leases, derivatives, and investments. CPA preferred and 4+ years of relevant experience are desired.

Qualifications

• 4 year accounting degree from an accredited institution.
• 4+ years prior relevant experience.
• Industry and SEC experience preferred.
• CPA Designation preferred.
• Exceptional organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated aptitude and curiosity for technology and systems, including AI; ability to learn and leverage digital solutions.

Responsibilities

• Support the month-end close process, ensuring timely and accurate completion of all close activities.
• Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and month-end variance analyses.
• Assist with the preparation and review of SEC filings and regulatory reports, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Research and evaluate accounting impacts from business changes, new regulations, and emerging standards.
• Perform analysis and accounting assessments for complex areas such as revenue, leases, and derivatives.

Skills

SEC experience

CPA preferred

GAAP knowledge

Financial analysis

Education

Accounting degree

Job description

First Business Bank is seeking a Senior Financial Accountant to support financial reporting, compliance, and accounting operations for a regulated public company. Hybrid work model with two remote days per week, strong accounting expertise, and focus on accuracy are essential.

Responsibilities include month-end close, journal entries, SEC filings, and technical accounting guidance across revenue, leases, derivatives, and investments. CPA preferred and 4+ years of relevant experience are desired.