Staff Accountant I

Job Description

Staff Accountant – Central | Wis-Pak, Inc.

The Tone:
This is a full-time role at Wis-Pak, Inc., located in Oconomowoc, WI, operating on a hybrid schedule of four days in the office and one remote workday per week. Wis-Pak is a billion-dollar organization and a leading manufacturer and distributor of some of the nation’s most recognized beverage brands, including Pepsi-Cola, Mountain Dew, Lipton Iced Tea, Aquafina, Vita Ice, Klarbrunn, and Bubbl’r. We are the driving force behind products enjoyed daily across the country, expanding rapidly and continuously evolving within the manufacturing and distribution landscape. This Staff Accountant – Central position is crucial for maintaining the accuracy and integrity of our financial reporting, directly contributing to our robust financial health and operational efficiency. The role offers a foundational opportunity to build comprehensive experience across various accounting functions within a collaborative finance team, helping to shape the future of a key industry player.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-time
• Location: Hybrid Oconomowoc, WI

• Team: Finance team
• Mission: Contribute to the accuracy and integrity of financial reporting by managing general accounting, reconciliations, financial close activities, fixed asset accounting, and audit support.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office applications

What You’ll Actually Do
• Journal Entries: Prepare and record journal entries along with supporting documentation.
• Reconciliations: Perform monthly balance sheet account reconciliations and investigate discrepancies.
• Financial Close: Support month-end and year-end financial close processes.
• Fixed Assets: Maintain fixed assets and lease accounting records, including depreciation schedules.
• Audit Support: Assist with external audit requests and provide financial reporting support.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related technical field, with a basic understanding of U.S. GAAP and accounting principles.
• Experience: 3+ seasons of public accounting experience, including internships.
• Skills: Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities; High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy; Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office applications; Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Bonus: Experience with ERP or accounting software systems; Exposure to financial reporting, account reconciliations, or month-end close activities; Manufacturing industry internship or work experience.