We are looking for an experienced Director of Accounting to lead and oversee financial operations within our manufacturing organization in Waukesha, Wisconsin. This position requires a strong commitment to ensuring compliance with accounting standards and implementing best practices across policies and procedures. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in technical accounting, financial reporting, and team leadership.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage and guide the transition to new organizational policies and procedures, ensuring seamless implementation.<br>• Evaluate and refine existing accounting processes to improve efficiency and accuracy.<br>• Conduct training sessions and provide clear communication to internal teams regarding updated standards and practices.<br>• Continuously review and optimize group accounting policies to maintain compliance with regulatory requirements.<br>• Stay updated on emerging accounting standards and oversee their integration into company practices.<br>• Prepare and review detailed financial statements, ensuring accuracy and compliance with applicable guidelines.<br>• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and external auditors to address technical accounting challenges.<br>• Ensure timely completion of month-end close activities, maintaining accuracy and adherence to deadlines.<br>• Utilize accounting tools such as BlackLine to support reconciliation and reporting processes.<br>• Provide strategic leadership to the accounting team, fostering growth and collaboration.
<p>We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to join our team in Lake Geneva, WI. This role will focus on ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial data while driving improvements in accounting processes. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills and a collaborative mindset to support financial decision-making and reporting.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare and review month-end financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements, ensuring compliance with organizational standards.</p><p>• Conduct thorough reconciliations of balance sheets during month-end processes.</p><p>• Post journal entries accurately and on time, including adjustments for accruals, prepaids, and other financial transactions.</p><p>• Partner with teams across the organization to identify reporting requirements and implement process improvements using technology.</p><p>• Analyze financial data to provide actionable insights and recommendations to senior management.</p><p>• Assist in the development of financial forecasts and annual budgets by evaluating past trends and current performance.</p><p>• Ensure adherence to corporate financial policies, accounting standards, and internal controls.</p><p>• Lead initiatives to enhance accounting efficiency and accuracy through process optimization and technology adoption.</p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Director of Technical and External Reporting to lead critical financial initiatives within our organization. Based in Glendale, Wisconsin, this role involves managing complex accounting processes, ensuring regulatory compliance, and driving improvements in reporting accuracy. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional technical expertise and leadership skills to collaborate across departments and enhance financial transparency.</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>• Conduct thorough research and implement U.S. GAAP, IFRS, and other regulatory requirements to ensure compliance.</p><p>• Manage accounting for intricate transactions, including revenue recognition, mergers and acquisitions, leases, and derivatives.</p><p>• Develop and update corporate accounting policies, ensuring consistent application across the organization.</p><p>• Oversee the preparation and submission of quarterly and annual SEC filings, including debt filings and other financial reports.</p><p>• Collaborate closely with legal teams, investor relations, and senior leadership on financial disclosures.</p><p>• Act as the primary point of contact for external auditors, managing the audit process to ensure efficiency and accuracy.</p><p>• Identify and execute process improvements to strengthen internal controls and audit effectiveness.</p><p>• Partner with FP& A, tax, legal, and business units to assess accounting impacts of strategic initiatives.</p><p>• Mentor and guide accounting team members, fostering growth and development.</p>
<p>Are you a highly motivated, team-oriented professional with a passion for leadership and accounting in a dynamic and fast-paced environment? Robert Half is proud to partner with a growing private equity client in their search for a <strong>Controller</strong>. This is an exciting opportunity to join a high-performing organization and make a direct impact on the success of their business.</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><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>As the <strong>Controller</strong>, you will:</p><ul><li>Lead, develop, coach, and maintain the accountability of the accounting team.</li><li>Oversee the Credit and Collections team (CFS) and Accounts Receivable processes.</li><li>Ensure the safe custody of assets, financial records, and corporate documents.</li><li>Manage and improve accounting policies, procedures, and controls.</li><li>Handle treasury management and oversee cash flow.</li><li>Supervise payroll operations and ensure accuracy and compliance.</li><li>Administer the employee 401(k) benefit plan and exercise full ownership.</li><li>Oversee and maximize the utilization of the Sage Intacct G/L System, ensuring it provides critical insights for the business.</li><li>Manage business insurance policies and maintain compliance.</li><li>Take full responsibility for the monthly close process, providing accurate and timely financial reporting.</li><li>Act as a point of contact for the annual audit, working with external auditors to ensure successful completion.</li><li>Oversee income tax functions and coordinate with external accounting firms for tax preparation and filing.</li><li>Collaborate with the Director of FP& A on monthly forecasting, annual financial planning, and financial reporting.</li><li>Work with functional department heads to monitor and manage monthly expenditures and budgets.</li><li>Provide leadership with key financial insights to support informed, strategic business decisions.</li><li>Drive process improvements and kaizen initiatives in the accounting team.</li><li>Perform other ad hoc duties as needed.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Robert Half is seeking a skilled Controller for a client in the education sector. This position is responsible for the overall management of accounting functions and financial operations, ensuring compliance with institutional, state, and federal requirements. The Controller provides regular financial reporting, supports leadership with financial forecasts, and implements best practices in alignment with GAAP. The role oversees the accounting team and reports directly to the CFO/Vice President, Finance and Administration.</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><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare and deliver monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, including the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR), Uniform Financial Accounting System (UFAS) report, and additional financial statements as required.</li><li>Ensure strict compliance with GAAP, WTCS Financial Accounting Manual (FAM), and other relevant statutory regulations and institutional policies.</li><li>Coordinate and manage the annual financial audit and year-end close process with external auditors.</li><li>Conduct and review monthly cash reconciliations and oversee all aspects of the month-end close process for accuracy and completeness.</li><li>Prepare and submit cost allocation and other financial reports required by the WTCS state office; maintain current knowledge of WTCS reporting guidelines to ensure full compliance.</li><li>Ensure timely, accurate submission of external reports, including IPEDS and HLC requirements.</li><li>Implement, maintain, and optimize financial systems and tools to support the accounting function; enforce internal controls to protect college assets and data integrity.</li><li>Monitor Payment Card Industry (PCI) compliance and update financial procedures to reflect regulatory changes.</li><li>Effectively manage multiple tasks in a dynamic environment—responding promptly to inquiries while meeting critical deadlines.</li><li>Continuously review and improve accounting and financial processes.</li><li>Supervise accounting staff; provide leadership through performance management, training, and support.</li><li>Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.</li></ul>
<p>Are you a detail-oriented accounting professional with extensive experience in managing global finance operations? Do you excel in process optimization, intercompany transactions, and working with multi-location entities? If so, we are hiring a <strong>Corporate Accounting Manager</strong> to oversee intercompany activities, financial reconciliations, and compliance for a diverse multinational organization.</p><p>This role is ideal for professionals with strong career progression in accounting, including experience with Big Four public accounting and managing operations for national and international entities.</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>Key Responsibilities:</p><ul><li><strong>Oversee Intercompany Operations:</strong> Manage financial transactions between holding entities, ensuring invoices, settlements, and reconciliations are accurate and compliant.</li><li><strong>Month-End Close Leadership:</strong> Direct month-end close activities to ensure consolidated reporting aligns with organizational timelines and standards.</li><li><strong>Global Compliance:</strong> Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements, internal policies, and accounting principles such as U.S. GAAP.</li><li><strong>Process Improvement:</strong> Develop and implement strategies to optimize financial processes, address discrepancies, and enhance reporting accuracy across multiple entities.</li><li><strong>Collaborate with Cross-Functional Teams:</strong> Partner with tax, legal, audit, and treasury teams to navigate operational challenges and maintain compliance protocols.</li><li><strong>Maintain Audit Preparation:</strong> Facilitate audits, including documentation uploads and reporting for quarterly and annual reviews.</li><li><strong>Reconciliation Management:</strong> Execute meticulous reconciliations for both intercompany and intracompany accounts, ensuring financial integrity at all levels.</li><li><strong>Tax Compliance Coordination:</strong> Work with international accounting teams to ensure adherence to tax regulations and appropriate invoice formatting.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for a highly skilled Plant Controller to oversee financial operations and reporting at our manufacturing facility in Port Washington, Wisconsin. This role is integral to ensuring accurate financial data that supports decision-making across the organization. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in cost accounting, financial analysis, and compliance while contributing to the efficiency and integrity of accounting processes.</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>• Develop and implement internal controls and policies to ensure accuracy in accounting functions, including account reconciliation, fixed asset accounting, and cost accounting.</p><p>• Conduct financial analysis and provide actionable insights to support management decisions.</p><p>• Prepare and deliver monthly financial reports and statements in alignment with corporate standards and timelines.</p><p>• Monitor physical inventory processes, investigate discrepancies, and ensure accurate reporting of inventory adjustments.</p><p>• Manage journal entries, account reconciliations, and consolidations for monthly and annual closings.</p><p>• Collaborate on budget preparation and forecasting to ensure alignment with organizational goals.</p><p>• Support external audits by coordinating documentation and liaising with auditors.</p><p>• Audit bills of materials to confirm accurate costing and report findings monthly.</p><p>• Analyze accounting data related to labor, materials, overhead, and inventory to identify and resolve variances.</p><p>• Generate management reports, evaluate budget variances, and address excess or obsolete inventory concerns.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p>
<p>We are seeking an experienced <strong>Contract-to Hire Controller</strong> to support the launch and growth of a new manufacturing operation in the United States. The company is headquartered outside of the U.S. and is in the early stages of establishing its U.S. footprint. This role will play a critical part in building the financial infrastructure, establishing controls and policies, and supporting manufacturing operations from day one.</p><p>This is a highly hands-on role requiring deep manufacturing and cost accounting expertise, strong ERP experience (SAP), and the ability to work cross-functionally with both U.S.-based and international leadership. <strong>Fluency in Chinese is required</strong> to effectively partner with headquarters.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Financial Operations & Close</strong></p><p>Lead all accounting and finance activities for the U.S. manufacturing entity</p><p>Establish and manage monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes</p><p>Ensure accurate financial reporting in accordance with U.S. GAAP and company standards</p><p>Coordinate with external auditors, tax advisors, and local service providers</p><p><strong>Manufacturing & Cost Accounting</strong></p><p>Build and maintain cost accounting structures, including standard costing, variance analysis, inventory valuation, and overhead absorption</p><p>Partner closely with plant operations to support production reporting, inventory controls, and margin analysis</p><p>Develop KPIs and reporting to support operational and financial decision-making</p><p><strong>Collaboration</strong></p><p>Act as a key financial liaison between U.S. operations and international headquarters</p><p>Communicate clearly and effectively in <strong>Chinese and English</strong> with senior leadershi</p>
We are looking for a skilled Accountant to join our team in Waukegan, Illinois. In this long-term contract position, you will play a key role in managing financial operations, ensuring compliance, and maintaining accurate records. This opportunity is ideal for someone with strong attention to detail and expertise in accounting systems and processes.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage accounts payable (AP) and accounts receivable (AR) processes to ensure timely and accurate transactions.<br>• Utilize accounting software systems to maintain financial records and generate reports.<br>• Conduct audits to identify discrepancies and ensure compliance with financial regulations.<br>• Prepare and analyze balance sheet accounts to support financial decision-making.<br>• Collaborate with internal teams to streamline accounting functions and improve efficiency.<br>• Assist in the implementation and management of ERP systems to optimize financial operations.<br>• Process payments and expense reports through Concur to maintain accurate tracking.<br>• Review financial data and reports for accuracy and consistency.<br>• Support the preparation of financial statements and documentation for external audits.<br>• Provide insights and recommendations to enhance financial practices and controls.
