Entry Level Accounting Specialist (Finance)

Compeer Financial is a member-owned cooperative located in Illinois, Minnesota and Wisconsin. We bring together team members with a variety of backgrounds and experiences to help provide financial services to support agriculture and rural communities. Join us in a culture that not only promotes meaningful work and professional development, but provides a flexible, hybrid work environment and excellent benefits, which empower you to thrive both personally and professionally.

Hybrid model – up to 50% work from home
Flexible schedules including ample flexibility in the summer months
Benefits: medical, dental, vision, HSA/FSA, life & AD&D insurance, short-term and long-term disability, wellness program & EAP
Vacation, sick leave, holidays/floating holidays, parental leave, and volunteer paid time off
Inclusion Council, emerging professional groups, etc.)
Professional membership/certification reimbursement and more! Casual/seasonal & intern team members are not eligible for benefits except for state-mandated programs.

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This position offers a hybrid work option up to 50% remote and is based out of the
Fond du Lac or Sun Prairie office. We are seeking a highly experienced and client-focused
Senior Accounting Specialist to deliver advanced accounting services while growing and managing a portfolio of external clients. This role blends technical accounting expertise with relationship management, business development, and team mentorship.

You will serve as a trusted advisor to clients, helping them make informed financial, credit, and operational decisions, while also contributing to the development of internal talent. Build and maintain strong, long-term client relationships by providing insightful financial guidance, delivering accurate financial statements, and helping clients leverage data to drive business decisions.

Advanced Accounting & Client Financial Advisory
Manage complex accounting functions including full-service accounts, payroll processing, depreciation, and financial reporting in accordance with GAAP; Serve as a subject matter expert on accounting and tax-related matters; stay current on industry trends and regulatory changes; Team Mentorship & Training
Coach and mentor accounting team members; provide training on best practices, accounting principles, and systems; review work for quality and consistency while fostering professional development.

Minimum of 5+ years of progressive accounting experience (including bookkeeping, payroll, or financial reporting), with demonstrated exposure to complex accounts and client-facing work. Associate's degree in Accounting or a related field (Bachelor's degree preferred) or equivalent combination of education and experience. Proven ability to build trust with clients, communicate financial concepts clearly, and proactively identify opportunities to grow relationships and services.

Experience training, coaching, or guiding team members; Strong knowledge of GAAP, accounting software, and Microsoft Office; The actual title and base pay offered is dependent upon many factors, such as: training, transferable skills, work experience, business needs and market demands. Compeer Financial is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Compeer is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.