Josh Fingar
Milwaukee,WI
Summary
Accounting professional with 3+ years of experience supporting month-end close, account reconciliations, and accrual-based financial reporting in a structured manufacturing environment. Proven ability in journal entry preparation, supporting financial statements, and assisting with forecasts and reporting. Contributed to year-end closing and annual audit processes, ensuring compliance and accuracy.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Accountant I
Visa Lighting
Glendale, Wisconsin
05.2023 - 03.2026
- Managed accounts payable and receivable processes to ensure timely and accurate financial transactions
- Reconciled bank statements to ensure accuracy of financial records.
- Created journal entries accurately and timely for month end close processes.
- Assisted in the review of monthly financial statements and reports for management review.
- Investigated balance sheet inaccuracies and variances in response to management requests, supporting accurate financial reporting
- Collaborated with team members to streamline internal accounting procedures, utilizing Excel Macros to enhance process efficiency
- Provided support during year-end closing
- Provided requested documents during the annual audit process.
Accounts Receivable Specialist
Visa Lighting
Glendale, Wisconsin
11.2022 - 05.2023
- Processed customer invoices using accounting software, ensuring timely billing and accurate records.
- Resolved billing discrepancies through proactive communication with clients, enhancing customer satisfaction.
- Reviewed account reconciliations to ensure accurate financial records.
- Collaborated with sales department to ensure accuracy of billing information provided by customers.
- Generated detailed reports on outstanding receivables for management review, facilitating informed decision-making.
- Maintained customer account information in the database accurately.
- Assisted with cash receipts posting during team absences.
- Performed thorough credit reviews of customers and evaluated customer payment trends, enhancing risk evaluation procedures.
Guest Service Co-Worker
Kwik Trip
Pewaukee, WI
06.2016 - 01.2023
- Provided outstanding customer service, enhancing customer satisfaction in fast-paced store environment.
- Trained new employees on store policies and customer service standards.
Production Assistant
Crew2 Inc.
Pewaukee, Wisconsin
07.2022 - 10.2022
- Scheduled installations for window treatments to optimize efficiency.
Facilitated communication between customers, installers, and retailers to address concerns promptly - Adapted quickly to role with limited training to support team during staffing shortages.
- Identified and resolved issues independently during remote work to maintain workflow.
Education
High School Diploma -
Arrowhead High School
Hartland, WI06-2017
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
University of Wisconsin, Whitewater
Whitewater, WIBachelor of Science - Accounting
University of Wisconsin, La Crosse
La Crosse, WISkills
- Accrual-Based Accounting
- Journal Entry Preparation
- Account Reconciliations
- Month-End Close Support
- Financial Statement Support
- General Ledger Maintenance
- Transaction Processing & Verification
- ERP systems proficiency
Timeline
Accountant I
Visa Lighting
05.2023 - 03.2026
Accounts Receivable Specialist
Visa Lighting
11.2022 - 05.2023
Production Assistant
Crew2 Inc.
07.2022 - 10.2022
Guest Service Co-Worker
Kwik Trip
06.2016 - 01.2023
High School Diploma -
Arrowhead High School
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
University of Wisconsin, Whitewater
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
University of Wisconsin, La Crosse