SR/Project Accountant

Vaco; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Vaco Recruiter Services in Milwaukee, WI is seeking a Project Accountant/Senior Accountant to own key accounting functions and partner with finance leadership on reporting, close, tax compliance, and process enhancements.

You will contribute across multiple accounting areas in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, with exposure to leadership and opportunities for impact on financial processes and controls.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Progressive accounting experience with strong general ledger and month-end close expertise.
• Experience preparing journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial reporting packages.
• Knowledge of sales and use tax compliance and multi-state filing requirements.
• Experience with ERP systems, preferably Sage Intacct.

Responsibilities

• Lead the month-end close process, including journal entries, reconciliations, accruals, and financial statement prep.
• Prepare and review monthly financial reports in partnership with finance leadership.
• Maintain general ledger accuracy through analysis of accounts and recurring transactions.
• Manage sales and use tax filings and compliance across multiple states.
• Prepare and reconcile intercompany transactions and related accounts.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities.
• Assist with year-end close, audit prep, and state tax audit support.
• Generate daily banking activity and prepare deposits/positive pay files.

Skills

General ledger

Month-end close

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance or related field

Tools

Sage Intacct

Excel

Concur

Job description

Project Accountant/Senior Accountant

Location: Milwaukee, WI

Are you a detail-oriented accounting professional looking for an opportunity to take ownership of key accounting functions while partnering closely with finance leadership? Our client is seeking a Senior Accountant to join their growing team and play a critical role in financial reporting, month-end close, tax compliance, and process improvement initiatives.

This role offers significant exposure to leadership and the opportunity to contribute across multiple areas of accounting and finance in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the month-end close process, including journal entries, account reconciliations, accruals, and financial statement preparation.
• Prepare and review monthly financial reports in partnership with finance leadership.
• Maintain the accuracy and integrity of the general ledger through account analysis and recurring transaction review.
• Manage sales and use tax filings and compliance across multiple states.
• Prepare and reconcile intercompany transactions and related accounts.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities.
• Assist with year-end close, audit preparation, and state tax audit support.
• Generate daily banking activity, including deposits and positive pay files.
• Prepare annual 1099 reporting and related compliance documentation.
• Process and reconcile employee expense reports and job cost allocations.
• Support payroll-related accounting activities including bonuses, employee advances, and related reconciliations.
• Administer electronic timekeeping systems, including employee setup, reporting, maintenance, and training.
• Assist with licensing, permitting, and other regulatory requirements as needed.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, controls, and reporting efficiency.
• Provide backup support for additional accounting functions, including credit card reconciliations and cost reclassifications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Progressive accounting experience with strong general ledger and month-end close expertise.
• Experience preparing journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial reporting packages.
• Knowledge of sales and use tax compliance and multi-state filing requirements.
• Experience with ERP systems, preferably Sage Intacct.
• Proficiency in Excel and Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience with expense management platforms such as Concur is a plus.
• Experience working with project-based or job-cost environments is highly desirable.
• Exceptional attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate across departments.

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual’s skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company’s 401(k) retirement plan.