Accountant Jobs in Milwaukee, WI

An Accountant is a vital figure in the accounting industry, responsible for preparing, analyzing, and verifying financial documents to provide accurate data for individuals and businesses. Key duties include preparing tax returns, auditing accounts, and producing financial reports, along with consulting on various aspects of business performance, such as costs, revenues, and investments. Accountants also ensure compliance with financial laws and regulations and assist in decision-making processes by providing financial information and recommendations.

Skills required for this role include strong numerical and analytical abilities, attention to detail, excellent communication, and a high level of integrity. A key requirement for becoming an Accountant is a Bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field, but many employers prefer candidates with a Master's degree and/or professional certifications such as Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Chartered Global Management Accountant (CGMA). Before becoming an Accountant, a person may serve in roles such as Accounting Assistant, Bookkeeper, or Audit Clerk, which provide valuable hands-on experience in the field.

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Mutual Funds Accountant

  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 4 days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 4 days ago

Kforce has a client in Milwaukee, WI that is seeking a Mutual Funds Accountant....

Senior Accountant

  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 5 days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 5 days ago

Degree in Accounting or equivalent work experience + 4+ years of relevant accounting experience + Proven experience leading a team under pressure to meet deadlinescombined with the ability to communicate...

Tax Accountant

  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 6 days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 6 days ago

At U.S. Bank, were on a journey to do our best. Helping the customers and businesses we serve to make better and smarter financial decisions and enabling the communities we support to grow and...

Accountant

  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 8 days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 8 days ago

Understanding of US GAAP, accounting transactions, balance sheet and income statement preparation, revenue recognition, account reconciliations, intercompany transactions, and journal entries....

Mutual Fund Accountant

  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 8 days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 8 days ago

At U.S. Bank, were on a journey to do our best. Helping the customers and businesses we serve to make better and smarter financial decisions and enabling the communities we support to grow and...

Accountant (CPA) Manufacturing 27759390 Waukesha, WI Accounting 2 days ago

  • Waukesha, WI (15 miles from Milwaukee, WI)
  • 10 days ago
  • Waukesha, WI (15 miles from Milwaukee, WI)
  • 10 days ago

Accountant (CPA) - Manufacturing - 27759390 Accounting Waukesha, WI Posted 2 days ago Sr. Accountant (CPA) - Manufacturing - 27759390 Our Client is seeking a Sr....

Investment Accountant

  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 11 days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 11 days ago

Job Description The Investment Accounting group is responsible for the accounting and reporting for the client's invested Assets, which includes private equity, hedge funds, commercial residential...

Real Estate Accountant & Reporting Lead

  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 11 days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 11 days ago

entries, provide year end GAAP and STAT reporting....

Senior Accountant

  • Brown Deer, WI (7 miles from Milwaukee, WI)
  • 13 days ago
  • Brown Deer, WI (7 miles from Milwaukee, WI)
  • 13 days ago

Requirements A Bachelors degree in Accounting or in Business with an emphasis in Accounting is preferred....

Accountant

  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 13 days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 13 days ago

Assist in the monthly financial close and reporting cycle, including various journal entries, reconciliations and work papers....

Acquisitions Accountant - Hybrid Schedule

  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 15 days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 15 days ago

transactions, and journal entries Strong comfort level with personal computer skills, including Microsoft Office suite and integrated ERP platforms Willingness to participate in a hybrid work team...

Staff Accountant

  • Waukesha, WI (15 miles from Milwaukee, WI)
  • 15 days ago
  • Waukesha, WI (15 miles from Milwaukee, WI)
  • 15 days ago

Role & Responsibilities Assist with monthly close procedures Prepare and enter journal entries Perform bank and account reconciliations Monitor and record daily cash activity Maintain fixed asset records...

Accountant I

  • Menomonee Falls, WI (13 miles from Milwaukee, WI)
  • 16 days ago
  • Menomonee Falls, WI (13 miles from Milwaukee, WI)
  • 16 days ago

The TOOLS youll bring with you: Bachelors degree in accounting or related field. 2+ years of corporate accounting experience preferred. Proficiency with large scale ERP required....

Accountant I - 100% Remote

  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 16 days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 16 days ago

Requirements: Knowledge of how do journal entries (credits/debits) and understand accounting principles and a Bachelor Degree in Accounting or Finance....

Remote Work

Accountant - Full Time, Pewaukee

  • Waukesha, WI (15 miles from Milwaukee, WI)
  • 16 days ago
  • Waukesha, WI (15 miles from Milwaukee, WI)
  • 16 days ago

Accountant - Pewaukee Office Job Description We have an opening for a full time Accountant in our Pewaukee office location....

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Milwaukee, WI

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Milwaukee, WI offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
54.6%
Master's Degree
28.2%
Associate's Degree
6.8%
High School or GED
4.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.8%
Doctorate Degree
1.0%
Some College
0.7%
Some High School
0.2%


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