<p>We are looking for a strategic finance leader to support operations and supply chain performance for a growing architectural metals business based in Waukesha, Wisconsin. This role partners closely with cross-functional leaders to guide planning, improve visibility into financial results, and turn complex data into practical business recommendations. The position offers the opportunity to influence decision-making across multiple sites and brands within a well-established public company environment.</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>• Direct annual budgeting, recurring forecasting, and long-range financial planning activities for operations and supply chain functions across a multi-site organization.</p><p>• Deliver timely analysis of spending, productivity, and business performance to help leaders make informed decisions and improve financial outcomes.</p><p>• Build and refine reporting tools, dashboards, and data models using Power BI and related systems to strengthen insight into key operational and financial trends.</p><p>• Partner with manufacturing, supply chain, and finance leadership to identify cost improvement opportunities, monitor performance drivers, and support operational efficiency initiatives.</p><p>• Lead monthly and quarterly financial reviews, highlighting variances, risks, and opportunities with clear recommendations for action.</p><p>• Oversee and develop a small team that includes finance managers and controllers, fostering accountability, collaboration, and strong analytical execution.</p><p>• Support system and reporting integration efforts, including the use of SAP and related planning platforms, to improve consistency, accuracy, and accessibility of financial information.</p><p>• Contribute financial leadership to strategic projects such as business assessments, process improvement efforts, and potential acquisition-related analysis when needed.</p>
<p><em>The salary range for this position is $120,000-$140,000 and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected]</em></p><p><br></p><p>This role has perks that are unmatched by its competitors. Plus, this position doubles as a fast-track career advancement opportunity as they prefer to promote from within. </p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>About the role</u></strong></p><p>In this role you will be preparing the SEC filings including coordinating and documenting supports to the financials and related footnote to ensure timely filing. Additionally, you will be assisting in the research and documentation of technical accounting and reporting matters, navigate new business initiatives and their corresponding accounting implications. The manager of SEC Reporting and Technical Accounting will be reporting to the Director of SEC Reporting and Technical Accounting. The ideal candidate is an avid learner and enjoys collaborating with people with a diverse set of talents in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Key duties</u></strong></p><ul><li>Prepare the SEC filings (including 10-Q, 10-K, 8-K, Proxy, and associated XBRL reporting efforts) and ensure compliance with SEC rules and regulations and US GAAP,</li><li>Coordinate, prepare and ensure completeness and accuracy of supporting documentation for the financials and related disclosures (including Earnings Per Share and Statement of Cash Flow schedules), and assist with earnings releases, and other Investor Relations materials,</li><li>Work directly with external auditors and take responsibility for relevant audit requests</li><li>Monitor U.S. GAAP and SEC developments and lead the adoption of new accounting pronouncements and disclosure requirements,</li><li>Research accounting literature and prepare technical memorandums, white papers, and internal accounting policy documentation, to support accounting position and treatment of new transactions</li><li>Review new customer agreements under ASC 606 and coordinate with the Revenue team to ensure proper accounting treatment,</li><li>Work with the Controller and Accounting team to develop and maintain efficient processes and communication during the period-end close and audit,</li><li>Assist with the design and implementation of SOX compliant controls with the VP of Finance, the Finance Controller and the Director of SEC Reporting & Technical Accounting and ensure their effectiveness and efficiency overtime.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p><em>The salary range for this position is $135,000 - $150,000 plus bonus, and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected].</em></p><p><br></p><p>This role requires a pragmatic, commercially-minded CPA with Big 4 assurance experience who can evaluate accounting policies through an operational lens. Acting as a diplomatic liaison, you will manage SOX coordination, partner with internal controls to resolve audit gaps, standardize local operational finance processes, and eliminate administrative friction while upholding the highest standards of financial integrity.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Job Description:</strong></p><ul><li>SOX Management & Process Coordination: Lead end-to-end SOX process management and coordination across operational sites, ensuring local control owners understand, execute, and document key controls effectively.</li><li>Internal Control Gap Resolution & Owner Follow-Up: Liaise closely with the Internal Control team on identified control gaps, ensuring appropriate local operational contacts are engaged, accountable, and actively driving timely remediation with control owners.</li><li>Corporate Policy Implementation: Liaise with Corporate Accounting on the rollout and practical implementation of new accounting policies, translating technical requirements into actionable operational guidelines.</li><li>Operational Process Standardization: Partner with local operational finance and plant leadership to standardize core accounting and reporting workflows across manufacturing and distribution locations.</li><li>Optimize Account Reconciliations & Manual Entries: Drive continuous improvement in balance sheet reconciliation workflows and manual journal entry (MJE) processes, resolving aging bottlenecks and establishing clean documentation standards.</li><li>Technical Accounting Guidance: Provide practical US GAAP guidance across revenue recognition (customer rebates and discounts), lease and capital expenditure governance (CapEx vs. OpEx), and inventory cost accounting to ensure compliant, standardized, and efficient plant and commercial operations.</li><li>Demonstrate a commitment to communicating, improving and adhering to health, safety and environmental policies in all work environments and areas. Promote a culture of safety and exhibit these behaviors.</li></ul>
<p><em>The salary range for this position is $120,000-$140,000 and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected]</em></p><p><br></p><p>Is your current job giving “all-work-no-play” when it should be giving “work-life balance + above market pay rates”? </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Position Overview:</strong></p><p>The Accounting Manager plays a pivotal role in overseeing the day-to-day operations of the accounting department, with a focus on maintaining the integrity of financial processes and facilitating month-end close activities. This role involves managing a team, implementing process improvements, ensuring compliance, and providing valuable insights to internal stakeholders.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Manage and lead the accounting department, supervising basic accounting functions including Accounts Receivable (A/R), Accounts Payable (A/P), Payroll (P/R), General Ledger (G/L), and tax payments.</li><li>Drive process improvement initiatives within the accounting department to enhance efficiency and accuracy.</li><li>Prepare and review journal entries and monthly general ledger account reconciliations to ensure accurate financial reporting.</li><li>Assist in establishing and documenting internal controls to maintain a robust control environment, overseeing adherence to control procedures.</li><li>Monitor and assess departmental activities, optimizing procedures and resource allocation while upholding a high level of precision.</li><li>Lead the development and growth of the accounting team, providing coaching, performance management, and development planning.</li><li>Collaborate with cross-functional teams and Finance, Planning &amp; Analysis (FP&A) to provide analysis, support, and insights to internal stakeholders and executive leadership.</li><li>Generate supporting schedules for audits and tax-related activities, ensuring accurate and timely information.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p><em>The salary range for this position is $120,000 - $140,000 and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected]</em></p><p><br></p><p>Let’s get you into a job where you’re not under compensated for your hard work. How about one where the company values your time? A high-end firm that was just rated one of the top places to work in Chicago just created a new Accounting Manager position. Which may seem pretty standard…until you get to the best part: The perks.</p><p><br></p><p>1) The pay rates are above what their top competitors pay their employees</p><p>2) They have higher bonus structures</p><p>3) There’s work from home flexibility and prioritization for employee work/life balance.</p><p>4) The position is a fast-track career growth opportunity (as the company is expanding rapidly thru acquisitions)</p><p>5) And more…</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Job Description</strong>:</p><ul><li>Manage and oversee the daily operations of the corporate accounting department, ensuring all corporate financial transactions are recorded accurately and timely.</li><li>Monitor, compile, and analyze detailed cash flow reports, compiling historical cash flows and forecasting future cash requirements to ensure optimal liquidity for the organization’s operations. This includes flow trends, predicting future cash needs, and advising on cash management strategies.</li><li>Oversee income tax preparations for multiple entities, ensuring timely filing, compliance with federal, state, and local tax regulations, and advise on tax strategies and implications of business decisions. This involves staying updated on tax laws and coordination with our external tax preparers and advisors.</li><li>Review and analyze accounting data to produce accurate financial reports, which are essential for strategic planning and decision-making.</li><li>Enforce proper accounting methods, policies, and principles to ensure that all financial activities align with legal standards and company policies.</li><li>Monitor systems and procedures and initiate corrective actions to enhance the accuracy and efficiency of the accounting department, if necessary.</li><li>Assign projects and direct staff to ensure compliance and accuracy, providing guidance and leadership to the accounting team.</li><li>Maintain treasury management relationships and administer banking activity including account maintenance and ensuring compliance with banking requirements.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for an accomplished Accounting Manager/Supervisor to lead core accounting activities and deliver accurate, timely financial information for the organization. This position offers the opportunity to guide daily accounting functions, strengthen reporting processes, and support sound financial decision-making through strong oversight and analysis. The ideal candidate brings hands-on accounting expertise, sound judgment, and the ability to balance detail-oriented execution with team leadership.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>• Direct daily accounting workflows across the general ledger, payables, receivables, cash activity, and account reconciliation functions.</p><p>• Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual close cycles to ensure financial results are completed accurately and within established deadlines.</p><p>• Prepare and examine financial statements, journal entries, supporting schedules, and balance sheet reconciliations for completeness and accuracy.</p><p>• Maintain the integrity of the chart of accounts and accounting records while ensuring alignment with applicable standards and internal policies.</p><p>• Review and authorize accounting transactions such as invoices, entries, and reconciliations to support strong financial controls.</p><p>• Manage vendor payment and customer billing activities, including follow-up on outstanding balances and coordination with external partners.</p><p>• Monitor bank activity, complete cash reconciliations, and provide visibility into cash position and related trends.</p><p>• Partner with auditors, tax advisors, and internal stakeholders to support audits, compliance activities, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting needs.</p><p>• Identify and implement process enhancements that improve efficiency, consistency, and the overall effectiveness of accounting operations.</p><p>• Lead, coach, and develop accounting team members while promoting accountability and continuous improvement within the department.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Benefits:</strong></p><ul><li>Medical/dental/vision</li><li>401K</li></ul><p><br></p><p> </p>
<p>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.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct daily accounting operations, including oversight of the general ledger, journal entry activity, account reconciliations, and the timely completion of financial reporting.</p><p>• Prepare and evaluate monthly and periodic financial results, identifying variances, unusual movements, and key business drivers for leadership review.</p><p>• Maintain reliable internal controls across financial reporting, inventory, and related accounting procedures to support accuracy and compliance.</p><p>• Utilize the company ERP platform and reporting tools to interpret financial and operational data and provide meaningful analysis.</p><p>• Apply advanced Excel capabilities, such as pivot tables, lookup formulas, data validation, and basic modeling techniques, to improve reporting and decision support.</p><p>• Supervise accounting personnel and oversee accounts receivable activities to ensure work is completed accurately and on schedule.</p><p>• Delegate assignments, monitor progress, review completed work, and provide coaching and training to strengthen team performance.</p><p>• Foster accountability through clear expectations, constructive feedback, and consistent follow-through with staff members.</p><p>• Contribute as a hands-on leader by balancing day-to-day accounting execution with process enhancements and effective communication across functions.</p>
<p><em>The salary range for this position is up to $145,000-$155,000 plus bonus, and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected]</em></p><p><br></p><p>Join the wave of finance professionals who are swapping their mundane 9-5s for fresh opportunities with Chicago’s top companies. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>About The Role</strong></p><p><strong> </strong>The Internal Audit Business Process Manager is part of the North America Internal Audit team, to ensure compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) requirements, identify and mitigate risks, strengthen internal controls, and improve business processes. This position also serves as a resource and advisor on process and control related matters. Excellent critical thinking, leadership and communication skills, and the ability to effectively and persuasively collaborate with all business and process areas are key components of this role.</p><p><br></p><p><strong> What You'll Accomplish</strong></p><ul><li>Assist in developing and executing the annual internal audit plan, aligned with the company’s strategic objectives, industry best practices, and regulatory requirements</li><li>Assist in developing and maintaining Internal Audit methodology documentation, including: testing approach and templates, work programs, and reporting templates</li><li>Assist in performing risk assessments to identify key business, operational, and financial risks and ensure effective mitigation strategies are in place</li><li>Manage the end-to-end SOX program including scoping, walkthroughs, operating effectiveness testing remediation and reporting</li><li>Assist control owners in understanding how to successfully document and retain evidence of Information Used in Control (IUC) / Information Produced by Entity (IPE)</li><li>Understand Segregation of Duties and support in risk identification, monitoring, mitigation, and remediation</li><li>Analyze SOC 1 (System and Organizational Controls 1) Reports to assess the service organizations internal controls over financial reporting and ability to meet control objectives</li><li>Oversee the execution of audit and advisory reviews, including planning, fieldwork, and reporting, ensuring agreed-upon audit objectives are met and audit missions are properly managed. Scope includes: control testing, financial audits, operational audits, IT audits, and compliance reviews for all North American business</li><li>Prepare and present audit findings and recommendations to senior leadership through oral presentations and written reports, effectively communicating results, areas of concern, and proposed corrective actions</li><li>Monitor and report on the status of action plans agreed by management, and provide periodic reports on the status of internal audit activities, results, and progress against the annual audit plan</li><li>Coordinate and communicate with the external audit team</li><li>Stay updated with changes in laws, regulations, and accounting standards to ensure compliance and recommend necessary adjustments to internal control systems and processes</li><li>Demonstrate a commitment to communicating, improving and adhering to health, safety and environmental policies in all work environments and areas. Promote a culture of safety and exhibit these behaviors</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Payroll Manager to lead payroll operations for a Milwaukee, Wisconsin area organization. This role is responsible for ensuring accurate, timely payroll processing across multiple states while maintaining compliance with wage and tax regulations. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership skills, deep knowledge of end-to-end payroll administration, and the ability to improve processes in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct end-to-end payroll processing for a workforce of more than 500 employees, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and confidentiality.</p><p>• Oversee multi-state payroll activities, including earnings, deductions, garnishments, and other payroll adjustments in accordance with applicable regulations.</p><p>• Manage bi-monthly payroll cycles and verify that all payments are completed correctly and on schedule.</p><p>• Lead payroll tax administration by reviewing filings, supporting reconciliations, and helping ensure compliance with federal, state, and local requirements.</p><p>• Supervise and support payroll staff, providing guidance, accountability, and day-to-day operational leadership.</p><p>• Review payroll records and reports to identify discrepancies, resolve issues promptly, and strengthen internal controls.</p><p>• Partner with HR, finance, and related teams to ensure employee data changes are reflected accurately in payroll processing.</p><p>• Maintain payroll procedures and support continuous improvement efforts to increase efficiency and service quality.</p>
We are looking for an experienced finance leader to oversee treasury and finance operations for a global organization in Germantown, Wisconsin. This role will guide cash strategy, strengthen operational performance, and improve financial visibility across the business. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership, a sharp command of cash flow planning, and the ability to build efficient processes that support growth and control.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct worldwide finance operations and treasury activities, including invoicing, receivables, payables, payment execution, banking administration, and day-to-day cash oversight.<br>• Shape the company’s liquidity strategy by improving cash visibility, coordinating funding needs, managing bank account structures, and supporting debt-related planning.<br>• Oversee short-term cash forecasting by maintaining a rolling 13-week model, evaluating forecast accuracy, analyzing variances, and presenting insights to leadership.<br>• Drive stronger working capital results through improvements in billing quality, collection performance, payment timing, cash application, and overall cash conversion.<br>• Enhance quote-to-cash and procure-to-pay workflows through process redesign, standard practices, automation opportunities, and clear operational ownership.<br>• Reinforce financial controls by refining approval structures, supporting audit preparedness, promoting policy adherence, and maintaining appropriate segregation of duties.<br>• Lead and develop a global team by setting expectations, establishing service standards, clarifying escalation paths, and encouraging continuous improvement.<br>• Partner with cross-functional leaders in finance and business operations to improve cash performance, lower operating costs, and support scalable business growth.<br>• Provide consistent reporting and forward-looking analysis related to debt obligations and revolving credit activity to ensure alignment with financial plans.
<p><em>The salary range for this position is $180,000-$200,000 plus bonus, and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected]</em></p><p><br></p><p>You know what’s awesome? PTO. You know what else is awesome? A high-paying job that respects your work-life balance so you can enjoy your PTO. This role has perks that are unmatched by its competitors. Plus, this position doubles as a fast-track career advancement opportunity as they prefer to promote from within. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Job Description:</strong></p><p><strong>Project and Asset Accounting</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee project accounting (CapEx and OpEx), ensuring accurate tracking, cost allocations, and capitalization of project expenditures in compliance with U.S. GAAP.</li><li>Manage fixed asset accounting, including asset capitalization, depreciation schedules, impairment assessments, and disposals.</li><li>Manage intangible asset accounting, including capitalization, amortization schedules, impairment assessments, and divestitures / disposals.</li><li>Lead lease accounting under ASC 842, ensuring accurate lease classification, right-of-use asset accounting, and financial disclosures.</li><li>Collaborate with project management, finance, and operations teams to improve capital expenditure tracking and financial controls.</li><li>Mineral Reserve reporting (S-K 1300) finance support analytics and commentary</li><li>Properties & Facilities reporting finance support analytics and commentary</li><li>Sustainability & Environmental reporting finance support analytics and commentary</li><li>Support account receivable aging analysis and allowance for doubtful accounts analysis through the leveraging / addition of credit assessment, past due history, collections status, etc.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong> Financial Compliance and Internal Controls</strong></p><ul><li>Maintain compliance with U.S. GAAP, Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX), and corporate accounting policies.</li><li>Develop and implement internal controls to ensure financial accuracy and mitigate risk in project and asset accounting.</li><li>Support internal and external audits, ensuring proper documentation and adherence to regulatory requirements.</li><li>Lead process improvement initiatives to enhance financial reporting accuracy, efficiency, and consistency.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong> Data Analytics and Financial Insights</strong></p><ul><li>Utilize data tools such as Power Query, Power BI, Alteryx, and Python to develop financial models, automate reporting, and generate actionable insights.</li><li>Improve data governance and system integration to enhance financial reporting accuracy, accessibility, and automation.</li><li>Provide data analytics and reporting support across finance, shared services, and accounting to drive strategic decision-making and operational efficiency.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p><em>The salary range for this position is $250,000-$300,000 base plus bonus, and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. Relocation assistance is an option. To apply to this role please send your resume to [email protected]</em></p><p><br></p><p>Time to bust out the sweaters and ditch the job that doesn’t pay you what you’re worth.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><strong>SUMMARY:</strong> Responsible for the effective management, operation, results and strategic advancement of the Finance, Accounting, and Operations departments. </p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Job Description: </u></strong></p><ul><li>Manages the overall financial activities of the financial institution, including the preparation and interpretation of financial statements, asset liability management, investing and budgeting</li><li>Provides leadership in the development for the continuous evaluation of short and long-term strategic financial objectives</li><li>Prepares all credit union financial statements in accordance with GAAP and applicable federal and state regulatory laws for financial reporting</li><li>Produces all financial and statistical reports for presentation to the Board of Directors</li><li>Provides management with analysis and advice on the financial implications of business activities</li><li>Responsible for the preparation of the annual budget along with financial forecasting</li><li>Provides CEO with recommendations to strategically enhance financial performance and business opportunities</li><li>Manages and optimizes the organization’s investment portfolio in order to achieve the organizational investment goals of liquidity, safety and return</li><li>Oversees and manages the preparation and submission of the 5300 Call Report</li><li>Prepares monthly reports and analysis to the ALCO committee</li><li>Reports financial results at monthly board meetings</li><li>Supervises the budget for the Finance, Accounting, and Operations departments to ensure they are consistent with the overall strategic plan and budget of the credit union</li><li>Negotiates significant vendor contracts and completes the vendor management process </li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p>