Accountant II

 Accountant II FT Exempt Location: Appleton, Wisconsin Reports To: Controller 
 
 
Overview TotalTek Inc. is actively seeking a meticulous, detail-oriented Accountant II to join our team! TotalTek is a Wisconsin based managed service company that focuses on Engineering and IT Solutions that can reach numerous locations throughout the country. 
 
Our culture is based on 4 core values:  
 
• Respect – Regardless of your position at TotalTek, ALL employees are treated with equal respect. We don't subscribe to a drama-filled workplace and we speak to one another in a humble and supportive manner. • Internally Driven – Our team consists of self-motivated individuals who possess an inherent desire to be successful and achieve individual and company-wide goals. • Integrity – We believe it is imperative to ensure our teams are honest and have strong moral principles. • Fun – Our culture would not be complete if we didn't include fun! We believe that every team member is responsible for contributing to a fun and enjoyable workplace, through support, collaboration, and inclusion. 
 
The ideal candidate will be proficient in the month-end closing process. Will have solid experience with reconciling balance sheet accounts, as well as a thorough understanding of payroll and payroll journal entries. This position is one that will have growth opportunities, however, it is not a management position. 
 
Job Duties 
 • Post and review AP and AR general ledger postings to ensure accuracy • Perform and process Payroll entries (driving towards automation) • Reconcile weekly payroll along with quarterly tax reports • Assist with the periodic audit processes • Research and analyze expense variances for company management • Initiate and maintain out of state registrations • Complete various analytical projects assigned by management • All other duties as assigned 
 
Minimum Requirements • 3+ years of general ledger accounting experience  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent experience • Strong analytical ability and must have the capability to see the “big picture” and understand how things flow and are inter-related • Dynamic and self-motivated. Business acumen and drive necessary to be part of a fast-paced, changing environment • Must be very proficient in Excel  • Excellent communication skills – must be able to clearly communicate verbally and in writing • A detail-oriented approach: Must pay extremely close attention to details and have the drive to get things right • Unquestionable personal and professional character and integrity. Must be trustworthy. 
 
Preferred Qualifications • 4-5 years of general ledger accounting experience 
 
Physical Requirements •     Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. as necessary •     Must be able to remain in a stationary position at least 50% of the time •     Occasionally move throughout office environment •     Continually observe information/data both on paper and electronically at a close range/distance •     Continually operate computer and other electronic office equipment