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Wolters Kluwer lists this Senior Accountant opportunity in madison, Wisconsin. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
LOCATION: Hybrid - 8 days a month in the office. (Kennesaw GA or Houston TX)
nOVERVIEW
nWolters Kluwer is a global leader in information solutions, software, and services for professionals in healthcare; tax and accounting; financial and corporate compliance; legal and regulatory; corporate performance and ESG. We help our customers make critical decisions every day by providing expert solutions that combine deep domain knowledge with technology and services. Wolters Kluwer serves customers in over 180 countries, maintains operations in over 40 countries, and employs approximately 21,100 people worldwide. The company is headquartered in Alphen aan den Rijn, the Netherlands.
nThis role operates primarily in a remote capacity within a high‑trust, results‑oriented environment that emphasizes ownership and accountability. Candidates must be willing and able to travel onsite as needed.
nThe Senior Accountant is responsible for executing accounting, reconciliation, and month-end close activities, ensuring financial information is recorded accurately, timely, and in accordance with IFRS and corporate accounting policies. This role supports the integrity of financial reporting and adherence to internal controls.
nThis position is part of the Finance Shared Services (FSS) organization, which delivers standardized, high-quality accounting support through a global, process-driven model (Record to Report, Procure to Pay, and Order to Cash). The Senior Accountant applies technical accounting knowledge, exercises professional judgment, and partners with Finance and business stakeholders to support accurate and timely reporting.
nKey responsibilities include general ledger close activities, account reconciliations, and the preparation and review of financial reporting deliverables. The role ensures revenue, cost of sales, and G&A transactions are recorded and reported accurately, with issues identified and resolved timely. The Senior Accountant also supports interim and year-end audits, collaborates with cross-functional teams to meet reporting timelines, and supports special projects as needed.
nThis role operates within a highly accelerated close environment, with reporting timelines aligned to a 3-day close cadence.
nSuccess in this role requires strong accounting fundamentals, attention to detail, accountability for deliverables, sound judgment, and the ability to partner effectively with stakeholders within established close processes and controls.
nRESPONSIBILITIES
nnnExecute assigned aspects of the month-end close and reporting process in accordance with the Corporate Reporting calendar
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nnRecord and report transactions across assigned areas (e.g., revenue, accounts receivable, inventory, cost of sales, G&A) with accuracy, completeness, and timeliness
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nnPrepare and review balance sheet account reconciliations, ensuring timely resolution of reconciling items with appropriate documentation
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nnIdentify, analyze, and escalate accounting issues, risks, and variances, providing supporting analysis and recommended actions
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nnPrepare financial analyses, supporting schedules, and ad hoc reporting with audit-ready documentation
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nnSupport the preparation of monthly and annual financial reporting, including variance analysis and management reporting deliverables
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nnEnsure compliance with internal controls, accounting policies, and close checklists, contributing to a strong control environment
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nnMaintain and update process documentation (desktop procedures) to support consistency, standardization, and audit readiness
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nnAnalyze financial results, trends, and account balances to identify risks, anomalies, and improvement opportunities
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nnPartner cross-functionally with accounting, finance, and business stakeholders to resolve issues and provide actionable insights
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nnManage assigned deliverables and ad hoc requests independently, ensuring accountability, accuracy, and adherence to deadlines
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nnContribute to process improvement and automation initiatives, including support for audits and cross-functional finance projects
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n nQUALFICATIONS
nEducation: Bachelor's degree in Accounting
nRequired Experience:
nnn5+ years of progressive, relevant accounting or audit experience
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nn3+ years of recent hands-on general ledger experience in an RTR environment, including ownership of close activities
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nnPrior experience in a shared services, multinational, or global corporate environment
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nnExperience operating within a controlled close and audit environment
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nnAdvanced proficiency in Excel and strong analytical capabilities
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n nPreferred / Highly Desirable Experience:
nnnCPA (or in progress)
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nnPublic accounting or external audit background
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nnExperience with revenue recognition (IFRS 15 / ASC 606)
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nnHands‑on experience with Microsoft Dynamics GP, NetSuite, SAP, or similar ERP systems
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nnExperience with BlackLine or similar financial close and reconciliation tools
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nnStrong reporting, analytical, and data interpretation capabilities
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nnExperience working in a fast-paced close environment (e.g., accelerated close cycles)
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n nOther Knowledge, Skills, Abilities or Certifications:
nnnStrong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with sound accounting judgment
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nnHigh attention to detail with accountability for accuracy and quality of deliverables
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nnAbility to work independently within established frameworks and controls
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nnAbility to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines in a controlled close environment
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nnStrong written and verbal communication skills
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nnDemonstrated ownership mindset, with consistent follow-through on deliverables
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nnAbility to operate effectively in a mix of automated and manual processes, identifying opportunities for improvement
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n nTRAVEL: Minimal travel required (typically up to 10% annually)
n#LI-Hybrid
nOur Interview Practices
nTo maintain a fair and genuine hiring process, we kindly ask that all candidates participate in interviews without the assistance of AI tools or external prompts. Our interview process is designed to assess your individual skills, experiences, and communication style. We value authenticity and want to ensure we're getting to know you-not a digital assistant. To help maintain this integrity, we ask to remove virtual backgrounds and include in-person interviews in our hiring process. Please note that use of AI-generated responses or third-party support during interviews will be grounds for disqualification from the recruitment process.
nApplicants may be required to appear onsite at a Wolters Kluwer office as part of the recruitment process.
nCompensation:
n$71,300.00 - $124,500.00 USD
nThis role is eligible for Bonus.
nCompensation range listed is based on primary location of the position. Actual base salary offer is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skills, experience and actual hiring location. Your recruiter can share more information about the specific offer for the job location during the hiring process.
nAdditional Information :
nWolters Kluwer offers a wide variety of competitive benefits and programs to help meet your needs and balance your work and personal life, including but not limited to: Medical, Dental, & Vision Plans, 401(k), FSA/HSA, Commuter Benefits, Tuition Assistance Plan, Vacation and Sick Time, and Paid Parental Leave. Full details of our benefits are available upon request.
nEQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Wolters Kluwer U. S. Corporation and all of its subsidiaries, divisions and customer/business units is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
Worksite address
madison, WI, 53774, US
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