Accountant Jobs in Waukesha, 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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Fiduciary Accountant (Hybrid)

Responsibilities: Handle reconciliations, ledger maintenance, journal entries, and electronic payments, all in the context of high-net-worth client trusts. Respond to cash balance inquiries....

Investment Accountant - Strategic Programs

  • Hartford, WI (21 miles from Waukesha, WI)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Hartford, WI (21 miles from Waukesha, WI)
  • 13 hours ago

degree in Accounting or Finance The Ideal Qualifications: Experience in successful process redesign from system enhancements and conversion CPA, CFA or equivalent designations Experience in investment...

Investment Accountant - Audit & Controls Oversight

  • Hartford, WI (21 miles from Waukesha, WI)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Hartford, WI (21 miles from Waukesha, WI)
  • 13 hours ago

degree in Accounting, Finance or related major 6+ years of related work experience with a track record of increasing responsibility and a significant portion audit-related (external or internal) 6+...

Staff Accountant

  • Menomonee Falls, WI (9 miles from Waukesha, WI)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Menomonee Falls, WI (9 miles from Waukesha, WI)
  • 15 hours ago

This position is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, preparing journal entries, reconciling accounts, and assisting with month-end and year-end close processes....

Cost Accountant

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

Cost Accountant Novozymes (part of Novonesis) United States, Wisconsin, Milwaukee Jun 03, 2025 Are you ready fora new beginning?...

Senior Accountant I

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

Month End/Financial Statements Preparation of standard journal entries and adjusting entries for monthly closing according to the assigned month end tasks and deadlines....

Accountant II - Municipal and Commercial

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

**Qualifications** **Education/Experience/Background:** + Bachelor Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration required. + 2-5 years of related work experience....

Cost Accountant

  • West Allis, WI (9 miles from Waukesha, WI)
  • 4 days ago
  • West Allis, WI (9 miles from Waukesha, WI)
  • 4 days ago

Cost Accountant This position works under general direction and is primarily responsible for performing all cost accounting activities as well as working directly with production management to ensure...

Staff Accountant

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

Prepares journal entries and posts weekly gift entries to the general ledger....

Staff Accountant

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

Prepare monthly reconciliations and enter journal entries as required, including fixed assets, inventory, retail store daily transactions and electronic transactions in cash accounts....

Senior Accountant

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

entries, intercompany transactions, intercompany eliminations, and variance analysis \* Internal Controls: Strengthen and maintain internal controls to safeguard assets, improve accuracy, and support...

Accountant I

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

In the role ofan Accountant Iyou will beworking in our Finance and Administration Department....

Mutual Funds Accountant

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

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Mutual Funds Accountant Job details Posted 20 May 2025 Location Milwaukee, WI Job type Contract Reference 965190 Job description Job Title: Mutual Funds Accountant Pay range: \$25.00...

Accountant II

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

Prepare and process journal entries for service centers. 4. Perform activities related to the semi-annual time and effort reporting process in accordance with OMB 2 CFR Part 200. 5....

Senior Accountant

  • Hartland, WI (9 miles from Waukesha, WI)
  • 7 days ago
  • Hartland, WI (9 miles from Waukesha, WI)
  • 7 days ago

Including but not limited to analysis, journal entry preparation and account reconciliations....

Demographic Data for Waukesha, WI

Moving to Waukesha, WI? Find some basic demographic data about Waukesha, WI below.


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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Waukesha, WI

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Waukesha, 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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