Accounting Manager/Supervisor

We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager to lead accounting operations for a manufacturing organization in Waukesha County. This role is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, guiding month-end activities, and delivering clear reporting that supports business decisions. The ideal candidate will combine strong technical accounting knowledge with leadership ability, helping the team meet deadlines, strengthen processes, and support collaboration across departments.

Responsibilities:

• Direct daily accounting operations, including oversight of the general ledger, journal entry activity, account reconciliations, and the timely completion of financial reporting.

• Prepare and evaluate monthly and periodic financial results, identifying variances, unusual movements, and key business drivers for leadership review.

• Maintain reliable internal controls across financial reporting, inventory, and related accounting procedures to support accuracy and compliance.

• Utilize the company ERP platform and reporting tools to interpret financial and operational data and provide meaningful analysis.

• Apply advanced Excel capabilities, such as pivot tables, lookup formulas, data validation, and basic modeling techniques, to improve reporting and decision support.

• Supervise accounting personnel and oversee accounts receivable activities to ensure work is completed accurately and on schedule.

• Delegate assignments, monitor progress, review completed work, and provide coaching and training to strengthen team performance.

• Foster accountability through clear expectations, constructive feedback, and consistent follow-through with staff members.

• Contribute as a hands-on leader by balancing day-to-day accounting execution with process enhancements and effective communication across functions.

• Proven experience managing month-end close activities within an accounting environment.
• Strong working knowledge of general ledger management, journal entries, and account reconciliation processes.
• Experience preparing or reviewing financial statements and supporting audit-related activities.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze financial results and explain variances to management.
• Proficiency with ERP systems and strong skills in Excel, including pivot tables and lookup functions.
• Prior experience leading, developing, and evaluating accounting staff.
• Background in manufacturing accounting environments is preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy and meeting deadlines.