Senior Accountant

We have met todays energy needs while planning for tomorrows for over 100 years. Beginning with the first modern generator the Rehlko Automatic Power & Light launched in 1920 Rehlko has been an innovative leader in energy resilience.

Our product range includes engines generators power conversion UPS systems EV components and electrification solutions microgrid controls and management clean energy solutions and much more that serve a broad spectrum of OEM residential industrial and commercial customers.

Our priorities are global: the stability from steady energy sources and reliable back-ups. The power to be able to harness energy and the freedom of not being dependent on an aging centralized grid. The confidence that clean energy solutions offer when it comes to a sustainable world and the commitment to keep innovating towards greater impact.

At Rehlko our team members are the essential energy that powers our organizations success. We are committed to fostering a safe and sustainable work environment where safety is everyones responsibility. We empower every team member to actively participate in our Zero Is Possible safety culture by encouraging open communication proactively reporting hazards following protocols and suggesting improvements. Join us in creating an energy resilient world for a better future!

Why You Will Love this Job:

Location: Hybrid 3 days a week in office/Glendale WI

Rehlko is looking for a highly experienced and detail-oriented Senior Accountant to join our growing team. This role will play a key part in ensuring the accuracy of financial statements improving internal processes and mentoring junior accounting staff. The Senior Accountant will be responsible for managing complex accounting tasks supporting month-end close activities and ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations. This position will report to the Sr. Accounting Manager and will work closely with other departments to support business objectives.

Specific responsibilities

• Reporting Payroll Payroll Taxes Benefits and Insurance: Calculating posting review and reconciliation of benefits for US-based entities ensuring completeness and accuracy of liabilities and expenses.

• Support cash applications for select bank accounts investigating and posting adjustments when needed.

• Support Human Resources in benefits calculations and scenarios procurement of services and posting to correct GL accounts

• Support Financial Reporting: Ensure accurate and timely preparation of monthly quarterly and annual financial statements in compliance with GAAP/IFRS.

• Balance Sheet: Perform account reconciliation cash accounting and posting analysis benefits and compensation analysis.

• Month-End Close: Lead month-end and year-end close processes including reconciliations journal entries intercompany transactions intercompany eliminations and variance analysis

• Internal Controls: Strengthen and maintain internal controls to safeguard assets improve accuracy and support financial reporting.

• Audit Support: Serve as the primary point of contact for external audits preparing and providing necessary documentation and responses to audit inquiries.

• Process Improvement: Identify and implement process improvements to streamline accounting operations and improve financial reporting accuracy. Document existing process background and items affected by transactions when needed.

• Mentorship: Provide guidance and support to junior accountants ensuring high-quality work and continued professional development.

• Collaboration: Work with the finance FP&A and other teams to support budgeting and forecasting processes.

Requirements:

• Bachelors degree in accounting finance or a related field

• 2-5 years of experience in accounting or finance with increasing responsibility.

• Experience in GAAP/IFRS accounting standards and practices in multi-location multi-currency environment

• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail and accuracy.

• Excellent communication and team collaboration skills.

• Proven ability to lead month-end close processes and manage complex reconciliations.

• Preferred: Masters Degree or CPA

• Preferred: Proficiency with accounting software SAP BPC OneStream and advanced Excel skills.

• Preferred: Experience in the energy or manufacturing industries

About Us

Rehlkoproudly offers a rich history steeped in creativity and commitment to our associates and communities along with competitive benefits and PurposeCreating an energy resilient world for a better futureand Values: Curiosity Trust Pace and Excellence are important cultural components that shape the way we work and relate to one another. Learn more about Rehlko at addition to the investment in your development Rehlko offers a benefits package including a competitive salary health vision dental 401(k) with Rehlkomatching and more!

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It is the policy of Rehlko to comply with all applicable provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and corresponding national state local or other applicable laws. Rehlko will not discriminate against any qualified associate or applicant with respect to any terms privileges or conditions of employment because of a persons physical or mental disability. Rehlko will provide a reasonable accommodation to associates or applicants with disabilities in accordance with applicable laws. If you have a disability and require an accommodation in the application process or during the course of employment please contact Rehlko is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

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