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Sr Accountant

Rite-Hite · WI · Full time

Posted Sep 28, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about a reconciliation discrepancy you investigated. How did you find the cause?

What they are checking: Persistence and logic in tracking down problems rather than plugging differences.

How do you work with AP, AR and Payroll to resolve an accounting question that crosses teams?

What they are checking: Collaboration skills, since the posting names many partners across finance.

Tell me about a process improvement you suggested in accounting.

What they are checking: Initiative to make close and reconciliation work faster or more accurate.

What would you do

You are reviewing a reconciliation prepared by the Shared Services Center and it ties out, but something looks odd. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they review for substance and reasonableness, not just whether the numbers balance.

How do you give feedback to a Shared Services team member whose work has repeated errors?

What they are checking: Ability to improve quality across teams respectfully and through clear examples.

It is the last day of close, and you find a material error in a prior entry. What do you do?

What they are checking: Integrity and speed in escalating issues to the Accounting Manager instead of hiding them.

How do you keep month-end close on schedule when other teams are late with their inputs?

What they are checking: Planning and follow-up habits that keep deadlines from slipping.

About the work

Walk me through how you would set up and support an accrual for an expense with no invoice yet.

What they are checking: Sound judgment on estimates and documentation that will stand up to auditors.

How would you analyze whether a reserve, like inventory or warranty, is reasonable?

What they are checking: Understanding of accounting estimates and the data that supports them.

What do you look at when reviewing a journal entry before approving it?

What they are checking: Awareness of support, account coding, period and approval as basic controls.

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The full job description

As published by Rite-Hite.

At Rite-Hite, your work makes an impact. As the global leader in loading dock and door equipment, we design and deliver solutions that keep our customers safe, secure, and productive. Here, you’ll find innovation, stability, and the chance to grow your career as part of a team that’s always looking ahead. Rite-Hite is seeking a Senior Accountant to join our team and play an important role in maintaining accurate and timely financial reporting. In this position, you’ll be hands-on with core accounting activities, support the month-end close process, review work completed by our Shared Services Center (SSC), and help identify and resolve accounting issues. This is a hybrid role with 3 days a week out of our Milwaukee, WI corporate office. What You’ll Do • Prepare and review journal entries and accruals across assigned accounting areas. • Perform and review balance sheet reconciliations, investigating and resolving discrepancies as needed. • Support month-end close activities and ensure accounting deadlines are met. • Review journal entries and reconciliations prepared by our Shared Services Center for accuracy and completeness. • Assist with accounting estimates and reserves under the guidance of the Accounting Manager. • Investigate accounting questions and partner with teams including Shared Services, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll, and FP&A to resolve issues. • Maintain accurate accounting documentation and provide support for internal and external audit requests. • Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, controls, and efficiency. • Apply sound accounting judgment while following established policies and procedures. What You’ll Bring • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. • 2–5 years of progressive accounting experience. • Strong experience with month-end close and balance sheet reconciliations. • Experience working with or alongside a Shared Services organization. • Experience with an ERP system; JD Edwards experience is preferred. • Strong understanding of core accounting principles and processes. • Ability to apply accounting judgment and effectively research and resolve issues. • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a high attention to detail. • Ability to manage priorities and meet deadlines, particularly during month-end close. • Strong communication and collaboration skills. • Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and financial systems. What We Offer At Rite-Hite, we take care of our people – because when you’re supported, you can do your best work. Our benefits are designed to support your health, your future and your life outside of work: • Health & Well-being: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus life and disability insurance. A robust well-being program with an opportunity to receive an extra day off and more. • Financial Security: A strong retirement savings program with 401(k), company match, and profit sharing. • Time for You: Paid holidays, vacation time, and personal/sick days each year. Join us and build a career where you’re supported – at work and beyond. Rite-Hite is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law. In accordance with VEVRAA, we are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for protected veterans. We are also committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace for the safety of our employees and customers.

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