Investment Banking Analysts 

von Briesen & Roper, s.c., one of Wisconsin’s leading law firms, recognized as a “Milwaukee Top Workplace,” a “Healthiest Employer” and an established leader in technology, service and expertise, seeks experienced Financial professionals to join our Milwaukee and Waukesha offices to meet current client needs and strategic growth initiatives.   

Overview:

We seek investment banking analysts to serve as financial advisors, with three to seven years’ experience, to join our expanding Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) and Capital Markets practice group.  The advisor will actively manage in coordination with our legal team all aspects of financial transactions including due diligence, research, analysis, debt/equity financial modeling, commercial loans, tax structuring, refinances and closing of transactions. 

Responsibilities:

Candidates must have a demonstrated interest and experience in corporate transactions and mergers and acquisitions along with strong analytical and writing skills. Successful candidates will enjoy leading a variety of projects and must possess exceptional multitasking, quantitative and analytical skills along with a positive attitude and proficiency with MS Office Suite products. Candidates will have the opportunity for team leadership, advancement, and entrepreneurial strategy, commensurate with performance. Proven experience as an Investment Banker, in-house Counsel or Underwriter with M&A experience, and/or MBA/ CPA designation is a plus.

Team Approach:

Our Mergers and Acquisitions team is collegial, team-oriented, and entrepreneurial, and the successful candidate will add their enthusiasm for marketing financial services to the team to benefit new and existing clients. Our goal is providing virtually unlimited upside potential for success and advancement while maintaining an appropriate work-life balance.

von Briesen and its people are committed to providing unparalleled client service, furthering professional growth, promoting the entrepreneurial spirit and being among the best in the areas in which we practice.  von Briesen offers a unique opportunity for collaboration in investment banking, creative legal and risk management services, as a game changing offering to clients. 

We offer a friendly and professional workplace, and an excellent compensation and benefits package.  We encourage you to learn more about us at www.vonbriesen.com.  Interested candidates may send a confidential resume to:

 

Human Resources

von Briesen & Roper, s.c.

411 East Wisconsin Avenue, Suite 1000

Milwaukee, Wisconsin    53202

hr@vonbriesen.com

FAX:  414-238-6506

Equal Opportunity Employer

Payroll Specialist

Are you looking to expand your skill set with a successful company?  We have a great opportunity for you!  The Benefit Companies is looking for a talented individual to join us as a Payroll Specialist. In this position, you can expect to build your knowledge in payroll processing as well as provide clients with excellent service and solutions to their payroll system issues. 

The Payroll Specialist serves as the single point of contact for a portfolio of assigned clients and is responsible for processing clients' payroll data, checks, special reports and for ensuring our clients' employees are accurately paid.  Our team of Payroll Specialists also respond to client inquiries and concerns pertaining to all facets of the payroll process, providing exceptional customer service at all times.

The Benefit Companies, Inc. is a group of companies that have provided employee benefits and services to employers for 40 years. We are a single source solution for providing employee benefits and services.  You can learn more about us at www.benefitsinc.com.

We focus on self-management, personal integrity, ingenuity, technical knowledge, and communication skills.  The client comes first in every decision.  Come join a team which will stimulate your growth and provide you with many new and exciting opportunities.
 
Why join us? You’ll work alongside a team of close-knit, experienced professionals as well as enjoy an excellent benefits package, a 401(k) plan with employer match, and quality career education and training. We also offer perks such as flexible hours, chair massages, office exercise bikes, generous paid time off and holidays, and more. 

Interested individuals should have prior experience with payroll processing and software and knowledge of federal and state taxes.  Could this be the job for you?  Apply today!

Job responsibilities:

• Review and process payrolls for numerous clients according to their payroll schedule
• Prepare, create, and export reports/documents in Excel and Word
• Review wages computed and correct errors to ensure accuracy of payroll
• Compile and verify payroll data from time sheets and other records
• Record changes affecting net wages for each employee to update master payroll records
• Prepare and issue paychecks
• Assist with other administrative tasks in the department

Job Requirements 

• Associates Degree or equivalent in a related field; or 2 years or more of payroll experience
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to calculate amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, and percentages
• Strong math and computer skills including advanced knowledge in Excel
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists
• Experience with multiple payroll systems is helpful but not required
• Kronos experience is a plus
• Detail-oriented and strong organizational skills
• Ability to multi-task
• Positive and self motivated
• Works well individually and with a team

Position Title: Payroll Specialist

Location: Green Bay, WI

Classification:  Non-Exempt

Job Summary:

Under general supervision, performs a variety of complex, responsible and confidential payroll, account receivables/payables and administrative duties for multi-state and Canadian privately held company.

Essential Functions:

• Responsible for accuracy of non-exempt bi-weekly payroll; US and Canada.  Training for field managers on current payroll software and/or system.
• Follow up payroll inquiries and requests from employees and field managers in a timely manner.
• Invoice all customers as scheduled
• Wage garnishments, verification of employment and payroll related inquiries from outside agencies.
• Administration of company’s health insurance program
• Tax payments (GST/HST) as scheduled, timely submission
• Assists the HR Director with Workers Compensation and 401k yearly audits
• Assists the company’s accountant with quarterly and year-end closings
• Accounts receivables, verifying accuracy of payment, timely deposit of payments for multiple state and specialized contract billing
• Accounts payable for all locations and Canada
• Works with the General Manager on specific payroll and account receivables/payables questions
• Reconciles, books monthly credit card invoices
• Business works, accurate and timely account coding
• Files documents and employee personnel files

Education/Experience:

Any combination of accounting education and payroll experience that would provide the required skill and knowledge of successful performance of the position would be qualifying.  Typical qualifications would be equivalent to high school diploma, associate’s degree and two to three years of payroll related (software programs) and accounts payable/receivable experience. 

Knowledge of:

Ability to proficiently utilize computer software applications such as excel, adobe, work, business works and payroll vendors or appropriate accounting software.  Creating, revising, of excel spreadsheets and worksheets.  Efficient in grammar, punctuation, formal business letter and report writing. 

Specialized Skills:

Professionalism as well as maintaining an organized and professional work environment is critical in representing the company.  While performing payroll, accounts receivable tasks, need the ability to effectively communicate to employees, outside agencies/vendors using strong oral, written and listening skills.  Ability to multi-task and use discretion in working with confidential data; while exercising good judgement in determining the appropriate action to be taken relating to current job duties. 

Contact: Lindsey Dix, Senior Recruiter (920) 257-5964 ldix@thehsgroup.com 

http://thehsgroup.com

Accounting Lead-Billing, Sussex

Job ID 7669
Date posted Apr. 26, 2018
Location Sussex, Wisconsin
Full Time / Part Time Full time (FT)

QuadMed's dedicated health professionals focus on wellness and prevention, putting the patient at the center. Working as a team, we deliver high quality, integrated care while controlling ever-growing costs. QuadMed is an innovative leader in employer healthcare solutions, one of the fastest growing providers in the country. In partnership with our patients and the companies we serve, our mission is to create a culture of health.

The Financial Lead, Client Billing, will be responsible for overseeing the Client Billing department for QuadMed.  The position will be responsible for managing the client billing process and ensuring accurate and timely bills are generated and delivered to clients.  The position is also responsible for maintenance of the billing system including internal controls and financial policies and procedures.  Reporting to the Controller, the Financial Lead, Client Billing, will manage the client billing staff.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manages the Client Billing process, including preparation, delivery, problem resolution, and reporting.

• Supervises Client Billing team.

• Reviews contracts, change orders, and statements of work, and meets with Client teams to be sure procedures and systems are capable to accommodate terms and conditions.

• Stays abreast of enhancements and modifications to business model so to evaluate changes to billing processes.

• Works with internal and external customers to clarify or develop compromise solutions to complex billing issues.

• Oversees modifications needed to billing processes whether manual or system related changes.

• Proposes and supports improvements which will streamline existing processes and procedures

• Supports the implementation of changes to the financial/ERP system

• Partners with business leaders to implement new programs/product lines

• Identifies internal and cross functional business processes needing improvement for billing efficiency and accuracy.

• Reviews revenue results and transactions so to understand and provide explanations for unusual events and trends.

• Provides support to Corporate Credit staff in collection of open balances.

• Prepares Client Billing operational reports for management, including comments for unusual activity.

• Monitors compliance of policies, procedures, and controls related to Client Billing; reports abnormalities, and makes corrections as needed.

• Responsible for providing the highest-level of customer service on all billing related activities.

Education:

• A bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance is required.

Experience:

• Minimum of seven years experience in related field.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: 

• CPA license is preferred, but not required

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: 

• Proficiency with financial analysis techniques along with strong technical skills and the possibility of training others in technical expertise is required along with an intermediate skill level of MS Office applications.

• Candidates with Billing experience in a service business preferred.

• Successful candidates will have strong written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to multi-task independently and in a team setting.

• Ability to work additional hours when necessary.

• Accuracy, attention to detail, and ability to prioritize in a fast-paced environment are essential.

• A strong preference will be given to candidates with experience in the healthcare industry.

https://www.bequad.com/job/sussex/accounting-lead-billing-sussex/11056/7941231

Finance - Staff Accountant Sussex

Job ID 7592
Date posted Apr. 24, 2018
Location Sussex, Wisconsin
Full Time / Part Time Full time (FT)

QuadMed's dedicated health professionals focus on wellness and prevention, putting the patient at the center. Working as a team, we deliver high quality, integrated care while controlling ever-growing costs. QuadMed is an innovative leader in employer healthcare solutions, one of the fastest growing providers in the country. In partnership with our patients and the companies we serve, our mission is to create a culture of health.

The Staff Accountant will be responsible for performing general accounting functions including assisting in the month-end closing process, preparing account reconciliations, reporting financial results, analyzing transactions, and other duties as assigned.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Participates in the monthly, quarterly and annual financial closing process, including preparing journal entries, analyzing accruals, preparing supporting schedules, and researching impactful items. 

• Prepares monthly, quarterly and annual balance sheet reconciliations and bank reconciliations.  Researches and resolves reconciling items in a timely manner. 

• Runs and distributes monthly financial statements.

• Prepares audit schedules and responds to auditor requests during financial audits, SOX audits or any other audit.

• Assists business leaders in reviewing financial statements and evaluating results to budget and forecast.

• Suggests and implements improvements which will streamline existing processes and procedures with a focus on efficiency.

• Ensures processes are appropriately documented and assists in the on-going documentation of accounting policies and procedures.

• Assists with the implementation/enhancement of internal controls, including documentation, testing, and compliance.

• Ensures compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and company accounting policies.

• Prepares ad hoc analyses appropriate for all levels of the organization.

• Participates in special projects as needed.

Education:

• A bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance is required.

Experience:

• Minimum 1 year of experience in Accounting or related field

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: 

• CPA license is preferred, but not required

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: 

• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel is required

• Experience with an ERP system and HFM is a plus

• Ability to work additional hours when necessary.

• Successful candidates will have strong written and verbal communication skills along with the ability to work both independently and in a team setting

• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and their application is key

https://www.bequad.com/job/sussex/finance-staff-accountant-sussex/11056/7917790

Treasury Operations Manager, Modine

Location: Racine, WI

Group: Corporate

Reports To: VP Treasurer, IR & Tax

Position Description: The Treasury Operations Manager will manage treasury operations for the Americas Region and the consolidated corporate group including cash and liquidity management, debt and compliance management, and FX and commodity risk management.  This position has one direct report, who supervises one other employee, and one dotted line report.

Key Responsibilities:

Cash and Liquidity Management

• Reviews daily cash position and approves borrowing and repayment decisions, as appropriate.
  
• Manages global treasury cash forecasting process, allowing for short- and medium-term liquidity planning, including collaborating with regional treasury managers and financial planning and analysis teams to ensure cash, liquidity and debt service requirements are identified in both the treasury and FP&A cash flow forecasts.
• Prepares consolidated US Balance Sheet and Cash Flow forecasts and analyzes and approves total consolidated cash flow forecasts.  Ensures appropriate application of all intercompany treasury transactions within global forecasts to ensure appropriate eliminations.
• Manages relationships with banks that provide treasury management services to resolve issues and ensure high quality service.
• Manages the operations and administration of the Kyriba treasury management system globally with assistance from the regional treasury managers. 

Debt and Compliance Management

• Manages the external bank lines of credit for the Corporate group ensuring sufficient capacity and proper management of borrowing and repayment schedules.
• Manages the quarterly debt compliance reporting process by partnering with treasury team members to collect and analyze data.
• Manages the renewal and repayment of ICO loans ensuring proper tax considerations is given to all cash repatriation decisions.
• Assists with leasing decisions, external debt refinancing, supply chain financing and other special projects as appropriate.
• Ensure compliance with Treasury FSPs, including annual review and revisions.

Risk Management - Global

• Oversees the global hedge program through gathering and analyzing global exposure information, preparing hedge strategy reviews and recommending risk mitigation strategies.
• Develops and maintains relationships with finance, sales, procurements and business unit partners to ensure relationships result in pro-active risk exposures discussions.
• Reviews exposures to identify possible hedge opportunities in conjunction with the global hedge analysis.
• Actively hedge balance sheet, cash flow and net investment foreign currency exposures ensuring all hedges are properly documented to meet hedge accounting requirements, if applicable.
• Ensures compliance with FSPs, along with Dodd-Frank and EMIR reporting requirements on a global basis.
• Assists with the development of risk reporting dashboards and management presentations.
• Coordinates the global risk management council meetings and presents key information to attendees.

Position Qualifications:

• 7+ years finance experience required, treasury experience preferred, ideally with a multi-national company.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance required.
• Kyriba or treasury workstation experience is a plus.
• Understanding of financial markets and hedge accounting a plus.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, analytical and project management skills required.
• Attention to detail, strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently are essential.

Inquiries on the role can be sent to recruit@na.modine.com or candidates can visit http://www.modine.com to apply.

Accounting Team Lead - 0017291

Description

Are you looking for an organization that values its employees and their personal development? Imagine working for one of the world's most respected and ethical companies. In a culture where you can make a contribution, solve problems and bring your own ideas forward.  Are you ready? Join ManpowerGroup as an Accounting Team Lead!

This position will coordinate and participate in the monthly closing process and preparation of reporting packages, facilitate compliance with Sarbanes Oxley for ManpowerGroup North America and provide guidance to the team directly responsible for these processes. 

• Ownership & Accountability

   - Ownership of areas of responsibility and accountability in providing accurate and timely deliverables.

   - Initiate self-development that will enable you to become more knowledgeable about ManpowerGroup.

• Organizational & Planning Skills

   - Ability to formulate and execute plans to achieve desired results in a variety of areas.

   - Ability to manage multiple initiatives concurrently.

• Technical and Analytical Skills

   - Strong understanding of financial statements and accounting systems.

   - Intermediate to advanced skills in spreadsheet tools.

   - Ability to research issues and solve problems through gathering and analysis of data.

• Leadership

   - Ability to lead and direct others on a project basis and for ongoing work.

   - Ability to work with third-party partners, providing remote direction and guidance.

• Process Orientation

   - Ability to create strong support documentation of functions and processes.

   - Ability to provide recommendations for process improvement.

• Communication

   - Ability to interact with all levels of ManpowerGroup.

   - Ability to provide concise explanations of variances and observations.

Primary Job Functions:

1. Coordinate the monthly financial statement closing and internal reporting process; review journal entries, reporting packages and systems uploads; prepare various analytical management reports. 

2. Ensure schedules required for SOX compliance are timely completed and assist with review.

3. Perform ad hoc financial analyses as needed. Effectively communicate with all levels within the organization to resolve issues. 

4. Participate in special projects as the need arises, acting as key contributor and team lead.

5. Initiate self-development that allows for opportunities to become more knowledgeable of ManpowerGroup.  Build and maintain a strong tie with planning and analysis and functional teams to facilitate knowledge sharing.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of PeopleSoft and HFM desirable
• Minimum 7 years relevant work experience
• Master’s Degree or CPA/CMA designation preferred but not required

ManpowerGroup is an EOE/AA/Vets/Disabled Employer

Travel: Yes, 10% of the Time

Organization: ManpowerGroup

Job: Finance and Accounting

https://manpower.taleo.net/careersection/mp_external/jobdetail.ftl?job=0017291

Senior Financial Analyst - Financial Reporting - 0017447

Description

Are you ready to take your career forward working with Global Finance Teams?  Do you have thorough knowledge of U.S. GAAP accounting principles, procedures and techniques, including consolidations and SOX?   If so, ManpowerGroup wants to hear from you!   Our Global Team is searching for a Senior Financial Analyst – Financial Reporting.

This position plays a key role in the preparation and analysis of the Company’s consolidated financial results on a monthly, quarterly, and year-to-date basis, with responsibility for ensuring that consolidated financial information is accumulated and published in an accurate and timely manner. This position assists in the preparation and issuance of our publicly-issued financial statements.  

This role requires:

• Ownership & Accountability

    o Ownership of areas of responsibility and accountability in providing accurate and timely deliverables.

    o Initiate self-development that will enable you to become more knowledgeable about ManpowerGroup.

• Organizational & Planning Skills

    o Ability to formulate and execute plans to achieve desired results in a variety of areas.

    o Ability to manage multiple initiatives concurrently.

• Technical and Analytical Skills

    o Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP standards.

    o Ability to research and resolve technical accounting issues.

    o Intermediate to advanced skills in spreadsheet tools.

• Leadership

    o Ability to provide guidance and assist other team members and/or other functional areas with problem resolution.

• Process Orientation

    o Ability to create strong support documentation of functions and processes.

    o Ability to provide recommendations for process improvement.

• Communication

    o Ability to communicate with all levels of management, including global personnel. 

    o Ability to work in a collaborative culture.

    o Ability to document and explain accounting principles. 

    o Ability to provide concise explanations of variances and observations.

Primary Job Functions:

• Assist with the financial consolidation process.
• Assist in the preparation of quarterly and annual public filings with the SEC, including research, and assistance in the communication and application of new and existing public filing requirements.
• Perform monthly review and analysis of the subsidiary operations, along with business lines and consolidated operating results to provide information to key stakeholders, including the CFO, Corporate Controller and business line leaders.
• Review new accounting and reporting standards and assist in communicating the new accounting standards to subsidiaries, as appropriate. This includes researching technical accounting treatment to resolve issues.
• Assist with the external audit process, ensuring information is provided on a timely basis.
• Prepare and review financial reporting to management and the Board of Directors.
• Prepare and comply with financial and accounting system controls as well as documenting SOX procedures related to the consolidation close process.
• Review financial policies and procedures to ensure compliance with current U.S. GAAP and any upcoming changes to U.S. GAAP.
• Provide backup and support for the Manager of Financial Reporting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting.
• 5+ years of relevant work experience in the Accounting field.
• Thorough knowledge of U.S. GAAP accounting principles, procedures and techniques, including consolidations and SOX.
• Advanced Degree or CPA desired but not required.
• Knowledge of HFM, or similar consolidation systems as well as EDGAR and XBRL is a plus.
• Previous experience with exchange rates and foreign currencies is a plus.
• Detail oriented with strong analytical, problem solving, prioritization and organizational skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication and collaborative skills.
• Demonstrated leadership skills.
• Ensure deadlines are met and work is completed accurately and on time.

ManpowerGroup is an EOE/AA/Vets/Disabled Employer

Travel: No

Organization: ManpowerGroup

Job: Finance and Accounting

https://manpower.taleo.net/careersection/mp_external/jobdetail.ftl?job=0017447

Treasury Analyst - 0017416 

The Treasury Analyst position is a key role that provides operational and analytical support to the Global Treasury function of ManpowerGroup.  This is a highly visible position that interacts on a regular basis with all levels of management, including senior management.  Areas of involvement include daily cash and liquidity management, reporting and compliance and other tactical and strategic Global Treasury initiatives as assigned. 

Cash and Banking

• Manage the daily cash position for Global Treasury, U.S. and Canada. Work closely with the Senior Treasury Analyst to finalize daily investment or borrowing decisions.
• Prepare borrowing and repayment notices under the company’s revolving credit facility.
• Prepare letter of credit and bank guarantee issuance and monitor renewals.
• Manage the addition, modification or termination of banking services and signature authority.
• Prepare the annual bank account inventory.
• Coordinate foreign exchange confirmations and settlements.

Reporting and Analysis

• Prepare global economic indicator report for senior management and Board of Directors.
• Distribute equity analyst reports for ManpowerGroup and its competitors.
• Prepare and distribute share repurchase report, as needed.
• Prepare and analyze cash balances and bank guarantees.
• Monitor counterparty risk.
• Compile monthly mark-to-market valuations for outstanding derivatives.
• Review bank fees.
• Distribute daily and monthly exchange rates.
• Investment analysis and compliance.
• Banking system access review.

Intercompany Loans and Current Accounts

• Monitor intercompany payment activity and aging schedule.
• Prepare and maintain intercompany loan documentation and distribute annual reset of interest rates.

Ad-hoc requests are also included in these responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or business preferred
• Certified Treasury Professional (Preferred)
• Minimum of 2 years relevant work experience, preferably in banking, treasury or finance.
• Familiarity with cash/bank management systems, treasury management systems, SOX compliance and internal controls, FBAR reporting.

Skills/abilities:

• Detail-oriented, strong organizational and troubleshooting skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

ManpowerGroup is an EOE/AA/Vets/Disabled Employer

Travel: No

Organization: ManpowerGroup

Job: Finance and Accounting

https://manpower.taleo.net/careersection/mp_external/jobdetail.ftl?job=0017416