ACARA Jobs
Senior Staff Accountant
Apply- ID: 553748
- Posted: 9/11/2025
- Location: New Richmond, WI
- Category: Pro - Accounting/Finance
- Job Type: Direct Placement
- Duration: Direct Placement
Description
We're hiring for a full-time Staff Accountant for one of our clients located in New Richmond, WI.
- Onsite (with some flexibility)
- Monday-Friday 8am-5pm
- $90k-$110k based on experience
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, matching 401k and 3 weeks of paid vacation
This role is ideal for a well-rounded accounting professional who thrives in a collaborative environment and enjoys a variety of responsibilities.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities:
General Ledger & Period-End Close:
- Lead the preparation and posting of complex journal entries
- Manage month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes
- Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting in accordance with GAAP
- Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts, identifying and resolving discrepancies
Payroll (Primary Backup):
- Serve as primary backup for payroll processing, ensuring accuracy and compliance
- Coordinate with HR on payroll changes, benefits, and deductions
- Assist with payroll reporting and year-end filings (e.g., W-2s, 941s)
Accounts Receivable & Accounts Payable Support:
- Provide oversight and support to junior staff handling AR and AP functions
- Review AR and AP transactions for accuracy and compliance with company policies
- Assist with escalated issues and process improvements in AR/AP workflows
Process Improvement & Automation:
- Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes and implement automation tools
- Develop and maintain Excel-based models and templates to improve efficiency and accuracy
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance financial systems and reporting capabilities
Job Requirements
Required Skills / Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- 4-6 years of progressive accounting experience, including GL and close responsibilities
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (e.g., pivot tables, VLOOKUP, macros)
- Experience with accounting and payroll systems (e.g., NetSuite, ADP, Paychex, QuickBooks)
- Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
- Proven ability to lead initiatives and mentor junior team members
- Experience with ERP systems and financial automation tools (e.g., Power BI, Alteryx)
- Knowledge of internal controls and audit preparation
- Demonstrated success in driving process improvement and operational efficiencies
Aleron companies (Acara Solutions, Aleron Shared Resources, Broadleaf Results, Lume Strategies, TalentRise, Viaduct) are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Race/Color/Gender/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Veteran.
Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not meet the employment requirements for individuals with F-1 OPT STEM work authorization status.