Accountant

Foth is a 100% member-owned science and engineering consulting firm headquartered in Wisconsin, with over 85 years of success. Our 700 members across 29 locations are dedicated to solving our clients’ toughest science and engineering challenges. Consistently ranked by Engineering News Record in the top 150 firms, we offer a values-based, collaborative, and flexible work environment with professional growth opportunities. If you thrive working alongside a smart, caring team of colleagues, consider joining us at Foth.

Are you an accounting professional with a passion for payroll and a knack for numbers? Foth is looking for a talented Accountant to join our dynamic team! In this role, you’ll collaborate with dedicated colleagues, lead crucial audits, and ensure our financial processes run smoothly. If you’re ready to make a significant impact and grow your career in a supportive and innovative environment, we want to hear from you!

Primary Responsibilities:

• Collaborate and Innovate: Work closely with our payroll team to ensure seamless biweekly payroll processing, stepping in as backup support whenever needed.
• Audits and Audit Support: Take charge and be the go-to person for internal and external payroll-related audits (401k, Work Comp, DOT, etc.). Be a key player in company audits, including Retirement Plan and Financial Statement audits. Act as the primary contact with outside auditors for General Liability insurance and Workers Compensation audits.
• Close with Confidence: Participate in the period-end closing process, tackling various tasks alongside our accounting team.
• Journal Entry Master: Prepare monthly and annual standard journal entries with precision.
• Reconciliation Expert: Keep our books balanced with monthly and annual general ledger account reconciliations.
• Compliance Champion: Conduct analysis and provide support for Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action, DOT, and other compliance needs.
• Expense Manager: Oversee the accounting for company travel and expense reporting processes.
• Cash Flow Guru: Support daily posting of cash receipts and resolve discrepancies.
• Vendor Relations: Assist with vendor setup and maintenance.
• Survey Specialist: Participate in completing governmental or industry surveys as required.

Required Qualifications:

• Education: Associate's degree in Accounting, Finance, or similarly related field
• Experience: Minimum 4 years of experience in accounting roles, demonstrating a progressive career in financial management
• Technical Skills: Prior experience in general accounting and payroll

Preferred Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting 
• Software: Experience with Deltek VantagePoint 

Established Reputation: With over 86 years of experience, we are proud to be 100% member-owned.

Dynamic Culture: Benefit from a values-based, client-centered, and flexible work environment, with ample professional growth opportunities and supportive colleagues, contributing to our impressive 92+% member retention rate.

Challenging Projects: Engage in diverse and exciting projects that promote continuous professional growth and development. 

Join our team and experience the Foth difference! Learn more at foth.com/careers 

All Foth Companies are equal opportunity employers, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. Qualified women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. All locations are tobacco-free. Subject to applicable state law, all applicants who have received a written offer of employment and a copy of Foth’s Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace Program Policy, will be required to undergo testing for commonly abused controlled substances. Applicants must complete the required drug testing within two business days of offer acceptance. Foth will pay for all drug testing, which will be conducted by a licensed independent medical laboratory that follows testing requirements in accordance with applicable state law.

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