Staff Accountant (Supporting Payroll & Benefits)

Colonial Group; Green Bay (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

401(k) Plan with Company Match

Paid Vacation, Sick Days, & Holidays

Educational Reimbursement Program

Full Benefits Package: health, dental,

Job summary

KI is seeking a Staff Accountant to join our Finance team, reporting to the VP of Finance. This position supports payroll and benefits administration, audits, and financial reporting.

Responsibilities include monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting, budgeting support, and process improvements within Finance. Requires a Bachelor's in Accounting and 1–3 years of experience; CPA is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting.
• 1-3 years of relevant experience preferred.
• CPA a plus.
• Working knowledge of GAAP.
• Advanced knowledge of spreadsheets (Excel), accounting software (MRP/ERP), query and data analysis tools (Showcase).
• Strong interpersonal, communication and decision-making skills.
• Highly motivated and has a strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Support internal and external audit requests through documentation, reconciliations, and financial analyses.
• Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards and company policies.
• Support the annual budget and forecasting processes through data analysis, reporting, and collaboration with business partners.
• Handle sensitive and confidential financial, business, and employee information with professionalism and discretion.
• Participate in process improvement initiatives and special projects to enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of Finance department operations.
• Perform other accounting, reporting, and analytical duties as assigned by the VP of Finance.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Advanced Excel

Data analysis

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting

CPA (preferred)

Tools

MRP/ERP

Showcase

Excel

Job description

KI is looking for a Staff Accountant to join our Finance team! This Staff Accountant position reports to our VP of Finance. This position supports the ongoing administration, reporting, compliance, and process improvement activities associated with payroll and benefits at KI.

Responsibilities

• Support internal and external audit requests through documentation, reconciliations, and financial analyses.
• Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards and company policies.
• Support the annual budget and forecasting processes through data analysis, reporting, and collaboration with business partners.
• Handle sensitive and confidential financial, business, and employee information with professionalism and discretion.
• Participate in process improvement initiatives and special projects to enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of Finance department operations.
• Perform other accounting, reporting, and analytical duties as assigned by the VP of Finance.

What You Need to Succeed

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting.
• 1-3 years of relevant experience preferred.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) a plus.
• Working knowledge of GAAP.
• Advanced knowledge of spreadsheets (Excel), accounting software (MRP/ERP), query and data analysis tools (Showcase).
• Strong interpersonal, communication and decision-making skills.
• Highly motivated and has a strong attention to detail.

What KI Offers You

• Participation in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• A 401(k) Plan with Company Match
• Paid Vacation, Sick Days, & Holidays
• Educational Reimbursement Program
• Full Benefits Package: Includes health, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).