Accounting Manager

Multi-unit retail organization with 35 locations headquartered in Madison, WI is looking for an Accounting Manager to lead its Accounting Department.

The candidate must have:

• A Bachelors Degree in Accounting or Finance

• A minimum of three years professional experience

• Strong analytical and problem solving skills  

Previous management, multi-unit retail accounting, public accounting, and Microsoft Dynamics GP experience are preferred but not required.

The primary job responsibilities for this position include:

• Managing the Accounting Department

• Coordinating and preparing current and forecasted financial statements

• Financial analysis on key business drivers such as new product introductions or proposed relocations

• Establishing and maintaining internal controls in accordance with SOX requirements

• Using technology to improve the efficiency of existing processes. 

The company provides an excellent benefit package including health, dental, life, and disability insurance, 401(k), paid vacations and holidays, and product discounts.

For consideration please send resume and cover letter with salary history and salary requirements.

EXPERIENCED ACCOUNTANTS—Signing bonus offered! 

Hawkins, Ash, Baptie & Company, LLP is a public accounting firm of more than 100 associates with six offices throughout Wisconsin and Minnesota. 

We are recruiting experienced accountants to join our growing, energetic, professional, flexible and progressive firm!  Our current openings include: 

• Audit Manager – La Crosse, WI

• Senior Tax/Audit Accountant – Marshfield, WI

• Senior Accountant – Winona, MN

Each of these three open positions offers a signing bonus!

For details on our open positions, please visit our web site at www.habco.com.

If you’re looking for variety, challenge, opportunity and personal growth, then you’ll succeed in our fast-paced, flexible environment.  We offer competitive pay and a comprehensive benefit package. 

To apply, please send your resume and salary history to:
Heather M Ladwig, PHR
Director of Human Resources
Hawkins, Ash, Baptie & Company, LLP
PO Box 1508
La Crosse, WI  54602-1508
hladwig@habco.com  
www.habco.com

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Corporate Controller

Founded in Madison, Wisconsin as Dunham Mail Delivery in 1951, Dunham Express has grown from a one vehicle operation to the Midwest’s largest privately held delivery company.

Dunham Express utilizes ten facilities throughout the state of Wisconsin and Minnesota to cover Wisconsin, Michigan’s Upper Peninsula and parts of Minnesota, Illinois and Iowa. Our continuous investments in technology have helped us become the service leader in our region.  We are proud of our reputation and the integrity we show our customers every day. If we have a challenge, we do everything we can to make it right for you. Our Mission Statement guides us as we continue to grow. 

As Corporate Controller you work directly with owners, directors, managers and the accounting team to provide reporting systems, guidance, analysis, projections and business recommendations in a timely and accurate manner.  Position responsibilities fall into four primary categories;  

• General accounting systems and processes,
• Financial management, budgeting, reporting,
• Cost control
• Communication/coordination activities.

To qualify you must have;

• Management, leadership and analytical skills, innovative thinking, problem solving to perform each essential duty in an excellent fashion.
• Four-year degree and CPA.
• 4 or more years experience in a similar role.
• Courtesy, tact and professionalism necessary to effectively work with a broad spectrum of individuals.
• Strategic planning: skills with an ability to think ahead and plan over short and long-term time spans.
• Ability to organize and manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent interpersonal and team skills with strong customer orientation.
• High ethical standards including honesty and fiscal responsibility.

Please e-mail or fax your letter of application, resume and salary requirements to;  cphillips@dunhamexpress.com or fax to 608-242-9857.

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Senior Internal Auditor

Reporting to the Manager of Internal Audit and as part of the Audit team, this individual will lead audits and consulting engagements of MGIC's key business processes.  Audits focus on reviewing business flows, performing risk assessments and evaluating internal controls related to the reliability of the Company’s financial reporting, compliance with applicable laws and regulations, and the effectiveness and efficiency of operations. Consulting engagements involve assisting business units develop proper internal controls when implementing new procedures, systems or products. This individual will establish audit scope, objectives and test programs; supervise and review the work of staff auditors assigned to his/her audits; and communicate audit results to management (both verbally and in written reports). Amount of direction given and individual responsibility will vary based on candidate’s related experience. This job offers an individual the opportunity to learn about many areas of the company and work on projects independently and as part of a team, and provides exposure to all levels of management and staff personnel throughout the company. 

Requirements include a Bachelor's degree in Accounting and a minimum of 5-7 years of experience in the audit/accounting field.  The Certified Public Accountant or Certified Internal Auditor designation is required. Knowledge of accounting/auditing concepts and standards; risk assessment and internal controls; and computer technology is required. Strong verbal and written communication, interview, analytical and business flow analysis skills are also required. Previous experience working with application and database security, system development life cycle and automated business systems is very helpful.

In addition to an excellent benefit package that includes a profit sharing, pension and 401(k) plan, MGIC offers a business casual dress policy, an on-site fitness center and other wellness initiatives. 

For more information, visit our Web site at: 

www.mgic.com. 

Please respond with resume and salary requirements to:  careers@mgic.com. 

Affirmative Action Employer

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Posting Bulletin

Senior Tax Accountant - Compliance

Telephone & Data Systems, Inc. (“TDS”) is a diversified telecommunication services provider with $4 billion in revenue and more than 7 million customers. TDS provides wireless, local, long-distance, Internet and high-speed data services to residential and business customers in 36 states through its U.S. Cellular, TDS Telecom and TDS Metrocom brands.

The principal purpose of the Senior Tax Accountant – Compliance position is to coordinate and review the income tax return filings and payments of Telephone and Data Systems, Inc. and its subsidiaries, ensuring that all filings are in compliance with federal and state tax laws. Other responsibilities include the coordination of FAS 109 tax provision for TDS and its subsidiaries.

Essential Job Functions

• Coordinate and plan tax return preparation. Develop procedures. Establish project timelines and ensure adherence. Troubleshoot and correct errors and delays. Provide training.

• Perform the final review of income tax returns and FAS 109 provisions as prepared by staff and business unit accountants. Provide necessary feedback to ensure accuracy and compliance with tax department procedures.

• Coordinate and plan the business unit FAS 109 tax provision, including development of procedures and training of tax staff and business unit accountants.

• Investigate, research, and analyze tax issues and developments in federal and state income taxes and develop applicable conclusions.

• Coordinate, plan and lead special projects affecting tax compliance team, such as Roadmap fixed asset implementation project.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance

• Four or more year’s progressive responsibility preparing and reviewing federal and state income tax returns.

Preferred Qualifications:

• CPA or eligibility to sit for the CPA within the first six months of employment

• Excellent customer focus and outstanding communication and interpersonal skills

• Previous tax compliance experience

• Experience using tax preparation software

• Strong organizational, communication, and computer skills with an eye for detail  

Location and Travel

This position will be located at the company’s corporate office in Middleton, WI.  It will require minimal travel.

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package.  Please visit our corporate website, www.teldta.com, for more information.  Resumes will be accepted at the address below, however, e-mail is the preferred method of response.  Please indicate where you saw this posting and reference the PO number (indicated below) in the subject line of your email.

PO# 30042570

careers@teldta.com

Telephone and Data Systems, Inc.

Attn: Human Resources

8401 Greenway Blvd., Suite 230

Middleton, WI  53562

EEO/AA

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Senior Financial Accountant

Capitol Insurance Companies, a fast-paced, growing Commercial Lines Insurance/Surety Company in Middleton, WI seeks an experienced, detailed oriented individual for their Financial Reporting team.

This position will require a strong accountant working within a professional team that will be responsible for accurate and timely monthly GAAP financial reporting; quarterly and annual statutory and regulatory financial reporting; Sarbanes-Oxley testing; quarterly and annual external audit requests; management reporting and analysis and account reconciliation.

Qualified candidates will have a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, or equivalent, CPA preferred, plus 3 to 5 years financial reporting experience in an insurance environment. Must be proficient with spreadsheets and other software applications; possess above average communication skills; willing to work overtime/weekends during peak reporting periods; work independently while in a team environment; and very organized and deadline oriented.

Capitol offers a friendly, exciting and team-oriented environment with flexible hours, and a competitive compensation and benefits package. If interested, please send resume and salary history/expectations to:

Human Resources/SFA

Capitol Insurance Companies

P.O. Box 5900

Madison, WI  53705-0900

www.capitolindemnity.com

jobs@capitolindemnity.com 

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

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Senior Financial Cost Analyst

HellermannTyton is a leading global manufacturer of systems and solutions that help world class customers manage and identify their wire, cable, and component needs. 

We are currently seeking a Senior Financial Cost Analyst at our North American Headquarters to take on responsibilities including:

• Maintain/Improve Standard Cost System.

• Participate on New Product Launch and Capital Investment teams.

• Develop cost estimates for quoting.

• Analyze inventory and gross margin variances/trends and recommend corrective actions.

• Assist with month end close and management reporting.

Position Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree required with at least 3 years of accounting experience in a manufacturing environment. Good written and verbal communications skills, along with a working knowledge of Word and Excel.  Experience with Enterprise Software-PeopleSoft (JDE) preferred.

Send resume with cover letter outlining salary

requirements to:

7930 N. Faulkner Road • Milwaukee, WI 53224

Fax: 414-362-8306 • E-mail: hr@htamericas.com

EOE • Smoke/Drug Free Workplace

“We are a certified Development Zone employer committed
to hiring targeted group members.”

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Senior Accountant and Financial Analyst

Let RMT’s rapid growth be a springboard for your career. Due to the recent expansion and success of our alternative energy division, we have opportunities for a Sr. Accountant and a Financial Analyst in our Madison, WI headquarters. Our growth adds up to great rewards for you—and the environment!

As a Sr. Accountant your responsibilities will include accounting and compliance activities, including SOX, SEC, GAAP, and state/ federal government requirements. Additional duties include general ledger account analysis, balance sheet account reconciliations, fixed asset management, quarterly and annual reporting requirements. This position will also assist in tracking, analyzing, and communicating business unit performance to management. 

As a Financial Analyst you will assist in the process of tracking, analyzing, and communicating project financial performance. Responsibilities include interfacing with project managers and financial management on project financial performance. This will include forecasting of future project costs and revenue. Additional responsibilities include monitoring project cash flow as it relates to client and subcontractor payments.

Minimum requirements for both positions include a BBA in Accounting or Finance with 3-6 years of progressive experience.

RMT, Inc. is a leading environmental consulting, engineering and construction management firm in the country. We have been helping our clients solve their most difficult environmental challenges for 30 years and have over 600 employees in sixteen offices in the USA and two international locations. 

We offer a compensation and benefits package.  If you are interested in joining this dynamic growing organization, please visit our website at www.rmt.jobs to apply.   

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