Finance Operations Professional - Salaried

Professionals (i.e., Consultants) at Jefferson Wells are the driving force for our success.  They bring a wealth of experience and knowledge to our various service offerings and are responsible for delivering service on assigned client engagements within their unique area of expertise. Professionals follow the Jefferson Wells’ methodology and service excellence standards while working with clients.  Professionals are known for their diverse industry and management experience, ability to grasp and analyze challenging client requirements, and ability to work on a team or independently to deliver exceptional results.  Other key success factors include:- High level expertise, knowledge and experience
- Deep understanding of our client’s business, financial, and technological processes
- Expertise in Thought Leadership, Project Solution and Professional Resources Support services 
- Ability to identify and communicate solutions to complex, time-critical or recurring business issues
- Experience in cost savings and business performance improvement  Professionals understand the Jefferson Wells’ engagement methodology and service quality practices and apply them to all client
engagements including, but not limited to:  - Identifying and/or initiating an engagement scope; 
- Becoming familiar with our client’s business process and environment;
- Providing clear, concise and appropriate documentation of work performed;
- Preparing internal and external status reports that communicate deliverables, progress and results;
- Researching various finance and technological issues in a wide range of industries;
- Advising on best practices in various finance and technological environments in a wide range of industries; and
- Working closely with other professionals and managers to promptly resolve client issues A Finance Operations professional works under general supervision of the Director while completing assigned projects and maintaining the appropriate level of utilization.  The professional is accountable for performing work at Jefferson Wells’ clients in one or all of the following areas:
- Financial Process Improvement
- Spreadsheet Remediation & Control Services
- Account Reconciliation Services
- Cash Flow Optimization
- Policy and Procedure Development
- Business Performance Management
- Sarbanes-Oxley Documentation
- Technical Accounting and Financial Reporting
- Mergers and Acquisitions Jefferson Wells (www.jeffersonwells.com) delivers professional services in the areas of internal audit and controls, technology risk management, tax, and finance and accounting-related services. The firm’s unique, agile structure aligns experienced professionals with proven processes to deliver pragmatic and cost-effective results. Headquartered in Milwaukee, Jefferson Wells serves clients, including Fortune 500 and Global 1000 companies, from offices worldwide. Jefferson Wells is an independently operating, wholly owned subsidiary of Manpower Inc. (NYSE: MAN).  Jefferson Wells is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Bachelors degree in Accounting and/or Finance required
MBA or other advanced degree preferred
CPA preferred
Minimum of five (5) years experience in the general areas of accounting services including a mix of public accounting (Big 4), consulting and industry experience (i.e. Controller, Accounting Manager) required
Broad understanding of processes and activities that occur within the accounting and finance function of public and private companies
Deep understanding of one or more accounting functions (Accounts Payable, Treasury, Financial Reporting etc)
Experience with preparation and analysis of financial statements and consolidated financial results
Strong familiarity with SEC regulations and FASB pronouncements preferred
Experience working in a professional services environment preferred
Analytic ability to identify problems and arrive at practical solutions
Strong communication skills
Willingness and ability to travel