Settlement Analyst / Accounting Associate II

EPITEC; Milwaukee (WI); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

EPITEC is seeking an entry to mid-level professional in Milwaukee for a 12-month contract. The role focuses on settlement reconciliations, data compilation, and analysis, with responsibilities spanning balancing schedules, journal entries, and operational support for internal and external clients.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s degree and has solid skills in cash management, financial analysis, and accounting software.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent required.
• Familiarity with cash management and banking transactions.
• Strong accounting fundamentals and journal entry knowledge.
• Proficiency in Excel and basic accounting software.

Responsibilities

• Perform settlement reconciliations and data compilation.
• Prepare balancing schedules and GL journal entries.
• Monitor payment files and settlement processes.
• Analyze variances and provide explanations.
• Collaborate with clients and service providers to resolve discrepancies.

Skills

Cash management

Financial analysis

Account reconciliation

Balancing schedules

Data analysis

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Excel

Oracle

Job description

Location: Milwaukee, WI 53223

Schedule: Hybrid, Tues-Thurs onsite, Mon-Fri 8:00 AM-5:00 PM CT

Duration: 12-Month

Contract Level: Entry to Mid-Level

Job Summary

Responsible for performing a variety of settlement reconciliations, data compilation and analytics, preparation and

Responsible for performing a variety of settlement reconciliations, data compilation and analytics, preparation and completion of balancing schedules, recording general ledger journal entries, providing operational support to internal and external clients and other various analyses of settlement data and reports.

General Duties & Responsibilities

• Utilizes internal and external settlement systems and data to prepare and complete balancing schedules and cash and balance sheet account reconciliations
• Utilizes settlement systems/data and bank-provided systems to prepare and record general ledger journal entries
• Monitors and/or processes payments and payment files in conjunction with settlement procedures and policies.
• Analyzes and researches variances; provides logical/concise explanations for variances and/or fluctuations in a timely manner
• Works with internal and/or external clients and service providers to resolve out of balance conditions, funds movement errors and/or transaction processing inquiries
• Other related duties assigned as needed.

Educational Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or the equivalent combination of education, training, or work experience.

General Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of cash management, financial analysis, account reconciliation and balancing processes
• Knowledge of banking and transaction processing (i.e. ACH, wire, debit and credit card processing) including concepts and principles – demonstrates industry and technical capability
• Understands basic accounting concepts
• Ability to analyze data, explain results and demonstrates good business judgement
• Proficient in the use of basic office equipment and tools as well as applications specific to settlement systems/processes
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office, especially Excel, and familiarity with other accounting software packages (e.g. Oracle)
• Attention to detail, accuracy; ability to maintain confidentiality – demonstrates risk awareness and compliance
• Ability to multi-task in an organized manner, adjust schedules and prioritize as needed to meet firm deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Communicates ideas both verbally and in written form effectively and in a professional manner
• Demonstrates the ability to collaborate, including the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, clients, and public
• Takes initiative, is proactive and seeks opportunities to innovate
• Dedicated to continuous learning and self-development

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