Senior Financial Analyst Jobs in Madison, WI

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Sr. Accountant

Dane County, WI
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Permanent / Full Time
76000 - 92000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to join a manufacturing organization in Dane County, Wisconsin. This role plays a key part in maintaining accurate financial records, supporting close activities, and delivering meaningful analysis to guide business decisions. The ideal candidate brings strong general accounting expertise, sharp analytical skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively across departments in a multi-location environment. Responsibilities:• Lead core month-end accounting activities by preparing and reviewing journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting documentation to ensure timely and accurate close results.• Oversee assigned balance sheet accounts, identify outstanding reconciling items, and drive prompt resolution of discrepancies.• Evaluate financial results and investigate unusual movements or variances to confirm completeness, accuracy, and proper accounting treatment.• Assist with cost accounting work, including inventory valuation, maintenance of standard costs, and analysis of manufacturing variances.• Monitor spending and cost patterns, providing clear insight into trends and fluctuations that impact financial performance.• Prepare internal financial reporting and respond to ad hoc analysis requests for management and business leaders.• Support audit readiness by gathering requested materials, maintaining control documentation, and helping meet compliance requirements.• Strengthen accounting operations by documenting procedures, promoting consistency, and contributing to process and system improvement efforts.• Partner with colleagues across functions to improve data reliability and ensure transactions are recorded appropriately under company policies.• Contribute to additional projects and priorities as business needs evolve.
2026-11-03T00:00:00Z

Sr. Project Accountant

Madison, WI
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Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 110000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Project Accountant to support project financial operations for a manufacturing facility in Madison, Wisconsin. In this role, you will oversee project accounting activities from setup through closeout, helping maintain accurate billing, revenue recognition, forecasting, and month-end reporting. This position works closely with project teams and cross-functional partners to strengthen financial controls, improve cash flow performance, and support reliable business results. Responsibilities: • Manage project financial administration from initial setup to final closeout, ensuring records are accurate and aligned with contract terms. • Review invoicing activity for accuracy and completeness, resolve complex billing discrepancies, and maintain high-quality billing data within the system. • Perform month-end accounting tasks such as calculating project revenue, preparing accruals, and reconciling general ledger balances in accordance with U.S. GAAP. • Partner with internal and external auditors by coordinating documentation and support for financial reviews tied to projects and customers. • Develop and maintain recurring forecasts for invoicing, cash flow, and working capital to improve financial visibility and planning. • Drive consistency across project accounting processes by establishing standards, refining workflows, and identifying opportunities for continuous improvement. • Evaluate commercial terms and operational challenges that affect collections and project cash performance, then recommend practical improvements. • Maintain compliance with financial policies, internal controls, and standard procedures across project accounting activities. • Collaborate with credit and collections teams to accelerate cash receipt and address invoice or payment-related issues. • Work closely with project management, engineering, and other business functions to support sound financial execution throughout the project lifecycle.
2026-11-03T00:00:00Z

Business Analyst

Janesville, WI
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Temporary to Hire
39.5865 - 45.837 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Business Analyst to support business and operational initiatives for a high-tech pharmaceutical and biotech environment in Wisconsin. This contract opportunity with permanent potential is ideal for someone who can work independently, engage effectively with stakeholders, and translate business needs into well-defined solutions. The right candidate brings strong experience in requirements discovery, process evaluation, and cross-functional collaboration within manufacturing or similar operational settings. Responsibilities: • Lead discovery sessions with business partners and operational teams to identify needs, priorities, and desired outcomes. • Translate stakeholder input into clear business requirements, functional documentation, and actionable user stories. • Analyze current processes to uncover gaps, inefficiencies, and opportunities for improvement across business workflows. • Partner with cross-functional teams to clarify scope, support solution selection, and align deliverables with business objectives. • Maintain and organize project artifacts, including requirement documents, traceability items, and decision logs. • Support Agile delivery practices by working within Scrum-based teams and helping manage work items in JIRA. • Review business documentation and process materials to ensure completeness, consistency, and alignment with project goals. • Communicate findings, risks, and recommendations to stakeholders and project teams in a clear and timely manner.
2026-10-29T00:00:00Z

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