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Senior Accountant

Crisis Prevention Institute
Milwaukee, WI, US
$75K-$85K a year
Full-time
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Our Story : Crisis Prevention Institute Inc. is the worldwide leader in evidence-based de-escalation and crisis prevention training, and dementia care services.

Since 1980, we’ve helped train more than 15 million people within service-oriented industries including education, healthcare, behavioral health, long-term care, human services, security, corrections, corporate, and retail.

At CPI, we are dedicated to changing behaviors and reducing conflict for the Care, Welfare, Safety, and SecuritySM of everyone.

We believe in the power of empathy, compassion, and meaningful connections. We believe personal safety and security are the antidotes to fear and anxiety.

It’s a philosophy that is central to everything we do, and traces back to our beginning. It is what defines and differentiates us, and informs our core beliefs.

As a member of the team, you can expect to : Make a difference through your work You’ll be proud to tell your family and friends about what you do.

Gain significant career experience only obtained within a fast-growing organization Entry-level roles through executive leadership.

Feel fulfilled and have fun We work hard but make the time to build meaningful relationships and celebrate the wins. The Role : The Senior Accountant will be responsible for applying accounting principles to execute senior-level day-to-day assigned duties with accuracy.

This role will help contribute to CPI’s high growth and entrepreneurial environment by ensuring financial accuracy. This role will collaborate with our private equity partners and external advisors.

The Senior Accountant will have a strong understanding of US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), be detail-oriented, and have an eager growth mindset.

What You Get To Do Everyday : Maintain, document, and create processes to increase efficiency and enhance the existence, integrity, and effectiveness of internal controls.

Support timely monthly, half-year, and year-end financial close, including assigned journal entries, balance sheet account reconciliations, accruals, and overall maintenance of assigned general ledger accounts, as well as performing trend / variance analysis and providing commentary on assigned accounts.

Assist with financial reporting and compliance requirements, including reporting under International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) to private equity partners.

Participate in the annual audit and half-year review, including creating work papers, cross-departmental coordination, monitoring key controls, and creating financial reports, as assigned.

Support various cross-functional and cross-departmental projects related to operating efficiency and financial reporting improvements.

Perform various assigned tasks related to the administration of the company’s credit card program and employee expense reporting tool, including answering questions from cardholders, reconciling data exports, and ensuring financial accuracy.

Utilize accounting technology systems to facilitate processes and maintain records. Research accounting issues for compliance with generally accepted accounting principles and other regulations.

Participate in the annual budgeting process, as needed. Perform other position-related duties as assigned. You Need to Have : Bachelor’s degree in accounting Three years or more experience working in accounting Solid knowledge of and experience with GAAP and regulations Experience working with general ledger software, Microsoft Dynamics Finance & Operations, and Microsoft Suite Knowledge of accounting and financial processes (financial closure, tax, fixed assets, reporting, etc.

Ability to multitask, prioritize and organize efficiently Strong attention to detail Strong analytical and technological skills Excellent written and oral communication skills Accountability for work produced Positive attitude, high-energy Well-developed interpersonal skills We'd Love to See : Knowledge of IFRS Experience working in auditing or public accounting Certified Professional Accountant (CPA) certification What We Offer : $75,000 - $85,000 annual salary Annual company performance bonus Comprehensive benefits package 401k PTO Health & Wellness Days Paid Volunteer Time Off Continuing education and training Hybrid work schedule Crisis Prevention Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of age, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or expression (including against any individual that is transitioning, has transitioned, or is perceived to be transitioning), marital status or civil partnership / union status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, childbirth, genetic information, military and veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local law.

The Company will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with local and federal requirements.

Our management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities, and general treatment during employment. Powered by JazzHR

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