Accountant Jobs in Wisconsin

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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Cost Accountant

  • Stevens Point, WI
  • 2 hours ago
  • Stevens Point, WI
  • 2 hours ago

What You Will Contribute : 3 years experience as a Cost Accountant in a manufacturing environment Bachelors degree in accounting or related field and additional training in Accounting required In depth...

Senior Accountant

  • West Allis, WI
  • 12 hours ago
  • West Allis, WI
  • 12 hours ago

Degree in Accounting CPA Preferred Three years minimum experience of professional accounting experience with demonstrated ability to reconcile information and problem-solve....

Accountant

  • La Crosse, WI
  • 15 hours ago
  • La Crosse, WI
  • 15 hours ago

Accountant Job Poster : Jobs Skills:Accountant | Location: La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States Of America Views:9 Our client, is looking for applications from candidates want to continue working in...

Accountant

  • Appleton, WI
  • 18 hours ago
  • Appleton, WI
  • 18 hours ago

About the Role Essity is looking for an experienced Accountant who will be responsible for r econciling accounts, posting journal entries, and maintaining a complete and accurate general ledger in accordance...

Part-Time Accountant

  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 20 hours ago
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 20 hours ago

JOB SUMMARY: Under the supervision of the Chief Financial Officer the incumbent will perform a variety of general accounting related functions in the areas of accounts payable, general ledger...

Accountant III

  • River Falls, WI
  • 21 hours ago
  • River Falls, WI
  • 21 hours ago

Performs accounting and auditing reconciliations, journal entries, and reporting to guarantee a timely month-end close....

Staff Accountant (915)

  • Beloit, WI
  • 1 day ago
  • Beloit, WI
  • 1 day ago

Skills Required: Bachelor Degree in Accounting or Related Field Proficient in Excel Excellent communication skills, written and verbal Detail Oriented, Self-Starter Good problem-solving and time management...

Accountant/Business Manager, College of Arts and Human Sciences

  • Menomonie, WI
  • 1 day ago
  • Menomonie, WI
  • 1 day ago

JOB DETAILS: Operating independently, while under the general supervision of the Dean, the Accountant/Business Manager oversees the management of financial funding strings and budget development processes...

Mutual Fund Accountant

  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 1 day ago
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 1 day ago

At U.S. Bank, we're 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...

Senior Accountant

  • Janesville, WI
  • 2 days ago
  • Janesville, WI
  • 2 days ago

Join us as a Senior Accountant and be a key player in our Finance team. You will assist with month-end close, account reconciliations, and process improvements....

Senior Accountant ERP Administrator

  • Green Bay, WI
  • 2 days ago
  • Green Bay, WI
  • 2 days ago

Maintains responsibility for payroll processing, inventory accounting, journal entries and monthly close activities....

Senior Accountant

  • WI
  • 2 days ago
  • WI
  • 2 days ago

Various journal entries and account reconciliations. Participate in annual external financial statement audit and other audits....

Forensic Accountant

  • Madison, WI
  • 2 days ago
  • Madison, WI
  • 2 days ago

Salary Information The Forensic Accountant (Accountant-Journey) position is in pay schedule 07 and pay range 03....

Accountant I

  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 2 days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 2 days ago

entry preparation, nonprofit accounting Field: Accounting Certification: Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or currently pursuing CPA preferred Why MCW?...

Senior Accountant

  • Appleton, WI
  • 2 days ago
  • Appleton, WI
  • 2 days ago

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Prepare month-end journal entries, reconciliations and supporting documents to ensure accuracy and accounting consistent with GAAP and Toys for Truck's policies and procedures...

Demographic Data for Wisconsin

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Wisconsin

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Wisconsin offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
54.5%
Master's Degree
28.1%
Associate's Degree
6.9%
High School or GED
4.7%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.8%
Doctorate Degree
1.0%
Some College
0.7%
Some High School
0.2%


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