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We are looking for an experienced accounting leader to oversee shared services operations and provide dependable financial support for the broader finance organization in Wisconsin. This position guides key transactional accounting activities, strengthens month-end close performance, and partners with finance leadership to improve how work is delivered across teams. The role also plays an important part in building efficient processes, supporting accurate reporting, and developing a high-performing staff.
Job Responsibility
Shape and carry out a shared services roadmap that aligns staffing, workflows, and systems with finance department goals
Direct daily operations across accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, cash application, expense administration, and general ledger support to ensure reliable service delivery
Lead the transition of appropriate accounting activities into a centralized service structure by creating consistent procedures, communication practices, and service expectations with plant locations
Oversee monthly close activities, including review of subledgers, general ledger accuracy, and maintenance of the chart of accounts within the ERP environment
Ensure vendors are paid accurately and on schedule while resolving invoice discrepancies, approval issues, and period-end cutoff matters
Manage payroll administration and related compliance responsibilities, including tax filings, retirement funding support, and annual testing requirements
Supervise treasury-related tasks such as cash position monitoring, bank reconciliations, wire activity, and intercompany balancing while identifying opportunities to streamline banking practices
Maintain fixed asset and lease accounting records, monitor capital project capitalization, and prepare related journal entries and reconciliations
Establish performance measures and drive process improvement initiatives that increase standardization, accuracy, and operational efficiency across shared services
Recruit, coach, and develop team members while partnering with plant controllers, purchasing, and finance leaders to resolve issues and support strong cross-functional alignment
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
At least 10 years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership responsibility
Strong knowledge of month-end close, general ledger activity, journal entries, account reconciliations, and accrual-based accounting
Experience overseeing accounts payable, payroll, and other high-volume transactional finance processes
Advanced Excel capabilities and experience working in ERP systems
familiarity with Infor XA and Paylocity is valuable
Background in a manufacturing environment is strongly preferred
Demonstrated ability to analyze financial information, solve operational issues, and communicate clearly with stakeholders
High attention to detail with proven success leading teams and improving accounting processes
Nice to have
familiarity with Infor XA and Paylocity is valuable
Background in a manufacturing environment is strongly preferred
What we offer
medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance