Senior Accountant, Wisconsin

Senior Accountant

Hybrid

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship, now or in the future.

Gibraltar is a leading manufacturer and supplier of products and services for North American agtech, renewable energy, residential, and infrastructure markets. By building solutions that make life better for people and the planet, Gibraltar advances the art and science of engineering, science and technology to shape the future of comfortable living, sustainable power, and productive growing.

Guided by an inclusive, values-driven culture that celebrates and rewards different perspectives, we work together to create lasting positive impact on everyone our business touches.

Position Summary: Responsible for coordinating and managing the general accounting function, concerning primarily the accuracy and maintenance of the ledger accounts and the resultant financial statements.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Journal Entries

Input & process properly approved journal entries into ERP / GL system Prepare manual journal entries accurately and timely along with appropriate supporting documentation for review

Prepare and maintain schedule of standard / recurring journal entries

Input & process properly approved journal entries into ERP / GL system

Reconcile monthly manual journal entries: Generate system report of all entries & ensure each item has approved documentation supporting the entry

Account Reconciliations

Prepare reconciliations for balance sheet accounts on a timely basis including proper supporting documentation and substantiation of balances

Research reconciling items & resolve and document their disposition

Maintain control list of balance sheet accounts ensuring each account has been reconciled and has been reconciled prior to month end close

Inter-company Reconciliations

Gather & report all inter-company transactions (trade, non-trade & sales) conducted with other divisions & Corporate.

Ensure transactions / balances reconcile & investigate & resolve any differences

Financial & Regulatory Reporting

Daily, weekly, monthly reporting of key activities (ex. Sales, inventory, etc)

Preparation / generation of monthly, quarterly & annual reports for review by management

Responsible for the timely preparation and filing of any sales tax, government, regulatory and/or census reports

Income / Expense Analysis

Assist in review income / expense accounts for unusual activity / fluctuations

Prepare schedules timely & accurately for key expense items noting composition of activity

Research unusual activity / fluctuations & report findings to management

Conduct or assist with Accounts Payable, Fixed Assets & Cash Transactions

Serve primary responsibility or as back up for:

Accounts payable coding, input & remittance of payments

Assist in research of accounts payable transactions

Daily cash reconciliation & transactions, including assistance with bank reconciliations and electronic payments

Maintenance & reconciliation of fixed assets in Bassets.

SOX / Audit Compliance / Special project as needed

Ensure SOX compliance by designing & performing tests of controls. Assist in research of accounts payable transactions

Train and mentor Junior Accountants

Responsible for the timely preparation and filing of any sales tax, government, regulatory and/or census reports

Other duties as assigned.

Education and/or Experience :

Bachelors Major in Accounting or a combination of education and experience

Years of Experience: 7+ Years Area: Accounting

Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written

Proficient problem-solving and multitasking skill

You're a team player and thrive in a collaborative team environment

You have a desire to learn and grow

Ability to promote teamwork among peers is a must

Ability to answer a high volume of calls and/or emails daily

Must be proficient with Microsoft Office suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams)

Proficient with SAP or an equivalent ERP system

Competencies/ Technical Skills:

Core Competencies: Personal Credibility, Analytical Abilities, Active listening, Adaptability, Attentiveness, Problem Solving, Dependability, Decision-making, Effective communication, Digital literacy, Friendliness, Knowledge of your product or service, Open-mindedness, Quick thinking, Responsiveness, and Timeliness, and Builds Collaborative Relationships with peers

Organizational Competencies: Continuous Improvement, Superior customer Service, Continuous learning, Active listening and understanding, Attention to detail, Steadfast ethics and integrity, All-in teamwork, Inclusive decision making, Creative problem solving, Growth mindset, Broad Perspective,

Technical Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office applications such as excel and word. Experience with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Systems such as Syteline, Oracle, and SAP.

Physical Requirements: Sit for long periods of time.

Work Conditions

Environment: Office

Disclaimer

The information in this description indicates the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

What we offer

Health & Welfare

Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans for employees and dependents

Health care & dependent flexible spending plans

Free Life and AD&D coverage with supplemental coverage options

Employee assistance programs focused on mental health

Financial Wellbeing

Competitive compensation

Bonus opportunities

Generous 401(k) plan

Flexibility & Time Off

Paid time off, including vacation, bereavement, jury duty, sick leave, disability, holidays.

Community & Personal Development

Donation matching and time off to volunteer

Educational reimbursement

 

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.