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Generac Power Systems Senior Staff Accountant in Waukesha, Wisconsin

We are Energy Systems, the leader in industrial power solution sales, service, and rentals.

With an ongoing tradition of providing excellent products and outstanding service for our customers, Energy Systems is one of the longest existing Generac Industrial Distributors in the United States. We are a full-service distributor of Generac equipment and solutions providing sales, service and rentals.

A career at Generac means stepping into a company that leads technological advances. For more than five decades, Generac has designed and manufactured diesel, natural gas, and bi-fuel generators, but we’ve evolved into so much more. As we continue to grow in both size and technological advances, we consistently push past norms to pave a way towards the future. We are not simply satisfied with what is working now. Instead, we challenge ourselves to revolutionize and optimize the industry while bringing out the best in our people.

Under the direction of the Controller, the Senior Accountant provides support for financial functions including creating and posting journal entries, general ledger account reconciliation and analysis, Sarbanes Oxley compliance, fulfilling various external audit requests, and financial reporting and analysis.

*This is not a remote role, the ideal candidate will need to be located in Wisconsin, due to this position being on-site and reporting into our Waukesha Headquarters.*

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelors Degree in Business Administration, Accounting or Finance

  • 3 - 5 years of related experience

Preferred Qualifications:

  • CPA/CMA Certification

  • Experience working in OneStream

  • Experience working in Microsoft Power BI

  • Experience working in electrical service company

Essential Duties:

*Month-end Close Responsibilities

  • Actively participate in month-end closing by accurately and timely preparing account analysis and related journal entries for key account areas including but not limited to: revenue recognition, inventory, fixed assets, accounts payable, and banking

  • Assist with analyzing financial statements on a monthly basis providing in-depth account level analysis on month over month and trend on variances

  • Assist with reconciling intercompany AR & AP by booking entries when needed.

  • Prepare various account reconciliations timely and accurately, preparing supporting schedules as needed

*Projects & Non-Close Duties

  • Assist with special projects, such as integration of potential acquisitions, streamlining processes to increase efficiency, and fixed asset management process.

  • Work cross-functionally with various departments, including Business Group Finance Teams, Shared Services, and Credit in developing, analyzing, and explaining certain key account activity and accruals

  • Assist Controller with internal and external audits

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

  • Knowledge of database and general ledger accounting computer application systems to supply accurate financial information under tight deadlines

  • Knowledge of Sarbanes Oxley, GAAP and FASB

  • Goal-oriented and able to meet aggressive deadlines

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Great Reasons to work for Generac:

  • Competitive Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, 401k and many more

  • Free onsite gym open Monday through Saturday for Generac employees

  • We offer product loan (for up to 4 days) and discount programs

  • Pride! When a storm strikes, Generac employees always rise to the occasion. Each time a storm hits, many employees volunteer their time with the customer support team or on the production line, while others go right into storm-affected areas to repair generators

  • Make a positive impact. Generac has always been community-minded and dedicated to giving back. The company proudly offers a Volunteer Time Off program, inviting team members to participate in charitable volunteer opportunities on company time.

  • We believe in having fun. From minor celebrations to major events, our employees balance their work by building a strong culture of teamwork and collaboration through a variety of occasions, including our Fun Days.

  • We’re an inclusive company that celebrates differences and keeps equity and respect at the forefront.

Physical Demands : While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear; and use hands to manipulate objects or controls. The employee is regularly required to stand and walk. On occasion the incumbent may be required to stoop, bend or reach above the shoulders. The employee must occasionally lift up to 25 pounds. Specific conditions of this job are typical of frequent and continuous computer-based work requiring periods of sitting, close vision and ability to adjust focus. Occasional travel.

“We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.”

Our success is directly tied to our employees’ professional growth and personal well-being, combined with strong families and communities. As an inclusive workplace, our employees embrace diversity, celebrate differences, and treat others with equality and respect.

Over the 60 plus years of Generac’s history, we’ve been dedicated to energy innovation. From creating the home standby generator market category, to our current evolution into an energy technology solutions company, we continue to push new boundaries.

As one of the leaders and largest suppliers of power generation equipment and technology, the work we do touches millions of lives. Employees at Generac are encouraged to be innovative and are valued as an integral part of our global team. Our challenging goals develop knowledgeable employees dedicated to helping continue Generac’s success. Generac provides individuals the opportunity to work in a fast-paced agile work environment where their work makes a difference in people’s lives and their own.

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