Bookkeeper

Description We are looking for an experienced Bookkeeper to join a steel construction company in Pewaukee, Wisconsin on a permanent contract basis. This onsite role supports the accounting operations for multiple European business entities and works closely with the Global Controller to keep financial records accurate and current. The position is ideal for someone who is comfortable managing routine accounting activity, navigating ERP systems, and handling transactions that may require added attention due to language and entity-specific details.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily bookkeeping activities across accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general account reconciliation processes.

• Record and maintain vendor information along with financial transactions in Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central for four European entities.

• Review and process invoices and service-related entries with careful attention to accuracy, including transactions that require additional review because of translation needs.

• Monitor receivables aging reports and ensure customer payments and postings are properly applied and reconciled.

• Match credit card activity to supporting invoices and receipts within the ERP system to maintain complete and accurate records.

• Contribute to month-end closing tasks by preparing reconciliations and supporting the accuracy of financial data.

• Provide accounting support related to newly established entity activity within Business Central as processes continue to be stabilized.

• Work collaboratively with internal accounting leadership to help manage increased departmental workload and organizational growth. Requirements • At least 3 years of bookkeeping or accounting support experience in a business environment that requires strong attention to detail.

• Hands-on experience with accounts payable, accounts receivable, and account reconciliations.

• Proficiency with ERP platforms, with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central strongly preferred.

• Solid Microsoft Excel skills and comfort working with transactional financial data.

• Ability to manage details accurately across multiple entities and separate accounting environments.

• Experience supporting accounting functions in construction, contractor, or similarly structured industries is preferred.

• Familiarity with job cost accounting is a plus.

• Ability to read or speak German, Czech, or Bosnian is helpful but not required.

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