Sr Accountant
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 9, 2026. First seen by Alion on Sep 28, 2026. Rite-Hite scores B on the Alion truth index.
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.