We are looking for a skilled Cost Accountant to join our team in Manitowoc, Wisconsin. This role focuses on analyzing and managing costs within a manufacturing environment to ensure accurate reporting, support strategic decision-making, and drive operational efficiency. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in cost analysis, inventory valuation, and financial controls to help optimize production processes and enhance profitability.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Develop and maintain accurate standard costs for products, components, and manufacturing processes.<br>• Conduct detailed cost variance analyses, including material, labor, and overhead costs, and identify root causes.<br>• Oversee the accuracy of bill of materials (BOMs) and routings, ensuring alignment with production requirements.<br>• Analyze production costs to identify opportunities for cost reduction and process improvements.<br>• Provide detailed cost models and scenario analyses to support new product launches and strategic initiatives.<br>• Prepare detailed cost projections for RFQs and business proposals, ensuring assumptions are well-supported.<br>• Manage inventory valuation processes, including cycle counts and reconciliation between physical inventory and system records.<br>• Ensure adherence to company policies, internal controls, and audit compliance regarding cost accounting practices.<br>• Create monthly manufacturing cost reports and dashboards to provide insights into cost trends and operational performance.<br>• Support budgeting and forecasting activities for manufacturing cost centers to align with organizational goals.
<p>We are looking for a dedicated and experienced Cost Accounting Manager to join our manufacturing team in the greater Plymouth, Wisconsin area. In this critical role, you will oversee accounting operations, with a strong focus on cost accounting and financial reporting. This position offers an excellent opportunity to work closely with leadership and contribute to the financial accuracy and operational efficiency of the organization.</p><p><br></p><p>For immediate consideration call Bill Johannes at 414-662-3416 or connect on Linked-In . All conversations will be confidential. If you or someone you know would qualify for any of the positions listed below feel free to have them call me as well. Thanks for any consideration and I look forward to helping you. God Bless.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage and maintain the general ledger, ensuring accurate and timely monthly closings.</p><p>• Prepare, review, and post journal entries, reconciliations, and accruals with precision.</p><p>• Oversee inventory and cost balances while investigating and addressing any discrepancies.</p><p>• Provide functional oversight for accounts payable and accounts receivable activities carried out by the accounting team.</p><p>• Collaborate with operations to refine labor routings, work centers, and overhead cost drivers.</p><p>• Develop and refine standard costs for materials, labor, and overhead to improve cost visibility.</p><p>• Generate detailed margin and cost reports for products, product families, and jobs.</p><p>• Prepare monthly financial reports and assist with budgeting, forecasting, and audit preparations.</p><p>• Document and enhance accounting processes to ensure efficiency and accuracy.</p><p>• Support continuous improvement initiatives to strengthen cost reporting and operational insights.</p>
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Cost Analyst to join our team in Sheboygan Falls, Wisconsin. This role requires a strategic thinker who can transform data into actionable insights and collaborate across multiple levels of the organization. You will play a key part in driving financial performance, streamlining processes, and supporting operational excellence.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Build and maintain strong relationships with team members across all levels of the plant, earning trust and a place in both formal and informal discussions.<br>• Provide coaching and leadership while embodying company values to inspire members in achieving business goals.<br>• Analyze data to uncover trends, drivers, and opportunities for improvement, presenting insights in a clear and actionable manner.<br>• Develop and utilize dashboards to transform complex financial data into relatable messages that align with business themes.<br>• Support forecasting and annual budgeting processes, ensuring alignment and efficiency across facility and company-wide procedures.<br>• Monitor cost-saving initiatives to ensure current and future goals are met effectively.<br>• Collaborate with Multi-Site Plant Controllers to assess new business opportunities and provide insights for capital projects and productivity improvements.<br>• Identify and implement best practices across network facilities to optimize performance.<br>• Establish procedures and controls to ensure accurate product costing and reliable inventory management.
We are looking for an experienced Controller to oversee and manage key financial operations for our organization in Plymouth, Wisconsin. This role requires a detail-oriented individual with a strong background in accounting and finance, capable of ensuring compliance, optimizing processes, and supporting decision-making through accurate financial reporting. If you are passionate about driving financial excellence and thrive in a dynamic environment, we encourage you to apply.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee and manage all accounting functions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, cost accounting, inventory accounting, and revenue recognition.<br>• Direct the preparation of budgets, financial forecasts, and variance reports to support organizational goals.<br>• Compile and present monthly financial statements in a timely and accurate manner.<br>• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements by coordinating the preparation of necessary reports.<br>• Investigate and resolve complex accounting issues to uphold compliance standards.<br>• Lead and manage the month-end and year-end closing processes with accuracy and efficiency.<br>• Maintain adherence to local, state, and federal reporting requirements, including tax filings.<br>• Strengthen internal controls by developing and documenting business processes and accounting policies.<br>• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.<br>• Perform additional duties as needed to support the organization’s financial objectives.
permanent Accounting Consultant – Northeastern, Wisconsin (Opportunities available in Green Bay, Appleton, Oshkosh, and Fond du Lac areas) <br> If you’re an Accountant or Sr. Staff Accountant who enjoys problem-solving, variety, and stepping into roles that actually *need* your expertise — this could be a great next move. Robert Half is hiring permanent Accounting Consultants to support businesses of all sizes across Northeastern Wisconsin. This role gives you the stability of permanent employment while offering different projects, environments, and challenges to keep you growing. <br> What You’ll Do (based on your background): * Take ownership of AP/AR, GL, and balance sheet reconciliations * Support and lead month-end and year-end close * Prepare audit workpapers and assist during audit cycles * Improve or streamline workflows and accounting processes * Assist with ERP transitions, clean-up, and training * Support financial reporting, analysis, and decision support * Manage fixed assets and cash applications * Provide coverage during staffing gaps.
We are looking for a skilled Accountant to join our team in Kaukauna, Wisconsin. In this long-term contract role, you will play a vital part in maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring efficient accounting operations within the paper and packaging industry. This position offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to key financial processes and projects that drive organizational success.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Perform monthly account reconciliations to ensure accuracy and completeness of financial records.<br>• Prepare and post journal entries to the general ledger, ensuring compliance with accounting standards.<br>• Manage fixed assets by tracking and maintaining accurate records.<br>• Support month-end close activities, including generating reports and analyzing financial data.<br>• Conduct bank reconciliations to verify account balances and resolve discrepancies.<br>• Collaborate on special financial projects to enhance operational efficiency.<br>• Utilize accounting systems like JDE EnterpriseOne and SAP to manage financial data effectively.<br>• Assist in preparing month-end reports for management review.<br>• Ensure compliance with company policies and accounting regulations during all financial processes.<br>• Provide insights and recommendations for process improvements to optimize accounting workflows.
<p>We are looking for an experienced Accounting Clerk to join our team on a contract basis in Appleton, Wisconsin. In this role, you will provide essential payroll and accounting services, ensuring accuracy and compliance with tax regulations, including clergy-specific taxation. This position requires a detail-oriented individual with a strong understanding of accounting principles and payroll processes.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage accounts payable (AP) and accounts receivable (AR) tasks, ensuring timely and accurate processing.</p><p>• Perform payroll operations, including handling unique tax requirements for clergy.</p><p>• Conduct precise data entry and maintain up-to-date financial records.</p><p>• Process invoices and reconcile discrepancies to ensure accurate payments.</p><p>• Utilize QuickBooks Online to manage and track financial transactions.</p><p>• Operate ADP software to process payroll efficiently and in compliance with regulations.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with all applicable laws and policies regarding payroll and accounting.</p><p>• Generate financial reports and summaries to support decision-making processes.</p><p>• Collaborate with team members to address accounting challenges and improve workflows.</p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Part-Time Accounts Payable Clerk to join our team in Green Bay, Wisconsin. This long-term contract position offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to the efficient management of financial transactions and ensure accuracy in processing invoices. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounts payable and a keen eye for detail.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Accurately process and code invoices according to company standards.</p><p>• Conduct regular check runs to ensure timely payments.</p><p>• Verify invoice details and resolve discrepancies with vendors or internal teams.</p><p>• Maintain accurate records of accounts payable transactions.</p><p>• Collaborate with other departments to ensure smooth financial operations.</p><p>• Perform data entry tasks with a high degree of accuracy and efficiency.</p><p>• Assist in reconciling accounts payable ledgers.</p><p>• Generate reports related to accounts payable activities as needed.</p><p>• Monitor payment schedules and ensure compliance with company policies.</p>
Part-Time Accounts Payable Clerk | Fond du Lac, WI 20 hours per week | Long-term contract Looking for a consistent, part-time A/P role where your experience actually matters? We’re partnering with a Fond du Lac-based organization seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Clerk to support day-to-day payment operations. This is a long-term contract opportunity ideal for someone who enjoys accuracy, structure, and being a trusted part of the finance function—without a permanent schedule. What You’ll Be Doing Process invoices with precision, ensuring accurate coding and approvals Run weekly check runs to meet payment deadlines Investigate and resolve invoice discrepancies Communicate with vendors and internal teams regarding payment questions Maintain clean, audit-ready A/P records Monitor A/P aging and flag overdue items Assist with account reconciliations as needed Identify opportunities to streamline A/P processes Provide general support to the finance team as priorities arise What Makes This Role Appealing True part-time hours (20/week) Long-term stability vs. short-term coverage Hands-on A/P work—not just data entry Local Fond du Lac opportunity with a collaborative team If you bring solid accounts payable experience and value accuracy and consistency, this could be a great fit.
<p>We are looking for an Operational Finance Analyst to join our team in Appleton, Wisconsin. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the financial strategy and operations of a dynamic construction subsidiary. The ideal candidate will excel in financial analysis, stakeholder collaboration, and strategic planning while ensuring accurate reporting and insightful recommendations to support organizational goals.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Collaborate with executive leadership to define and execute organizational goals and strategies.</p><p>• Develop annual business plans and quarterly financial forecasts in partnership with leadership.</p><p>• Monitor monthly financial results and provide detailed analyses to support decision-making.</p><p>• Conduct ad hoc financial analyses, including market trend studies, scenario planning, and pricing strategies.</p><p>• Serve as a financial liaison for project teams, overseeing budgeting, forecasting, revenue recognition, and accounts payable/receivable processes.</p><p>• Evaluate contracts to ensure accurate revenue recognition and compliance with industry accounting standards.</p><p>• Participate in project review meetings, delivering actionable recommendations for financial improvements.</p><p>• Support key financial close activities, such as variance analyses and external audit preparation.</p><p>• Leverage expertise in financial systems like Oracle, Power BI, EcoSys, and Anaplan to optimize reporting and data management.</p><p>• Lead training sessions for project teams, covering accounting standards, reporting tools, and best practices</p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Director of Finance to lead and oversee the financial operations of a non-profit organization in Green Bay, Wisconsin. In this role, you will manage budgeting, forecasting, and reporting processes while ensuring compliance with applicable regulations. You will also provide strategic financial guidance to department heads and committees, driving efficiency and supporting the organization's mission.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Supervise and manage the development and execution of annual budgets across the department.</p><p>• Oversee daily financial operations, including billing, payroll, purchasing, accounts payable, and accounts receivable.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with state, federal, and local financial regulations, policies, and procedures.</p><p>• Provide financial analysis and insights to support decision-making for leadership and committees.</p><p>• Handle financial reporting, audits, and grant budgets with accuracy and attention to detail.</p><p>• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to optimize financial processes and strengthen internal controls.</p><p>• Lead the rate-setting activities and reimbursement procedures, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.</p><p>• Drive process improvements to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of financial operations.</p><p>• Develop and mentor finance staff, fostering growth and building a strong team.</p><p>• Monitor cash flow forecasts and oversee month-end close processes to maintain financial stability.</p>