What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounting Analyst position at WEC Business Services LLC?
WBS, a subsidiary of WEC Energy Group, is seeking a Accounting Analyst in our Green Bay, Wisconsin or Milwaukee, WI location. This is a job family posting (Associate Analyst/Analyst) where the experience of the selected candidate will determine the level offered.
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WEC Energy Group is one of the nation's largest electric generation and distribution and natural gas delivery holding companies serving 4.7 million customers across the Midwest. We are committed to providing clean, reliable, and affordable energy in an environmentally sustainable manner. Customers are the heart of our business, and we work every day to help grow and support communities where we provide vital energy services.
As a Fortune 500 company, we value and develop our employees who are making a difference in a mission that matters. We don't just offer a job; we provide fulfilling careers where safety and well-being are paramount. Join our team and experience first-hand our commitment to your success. We offer competitive pay and benefits to recognize your hard work and dedication.
If you're talented, energetic and ready for a career with a future, we want you on our team. We are powered by a diverse and inclusive workforce fueled by the pride in what we do. If you're driven by the passion to change lives, this is the place for you.
This position is accountable for supporting various functions within the Property Accounting area which may include both individual assignments and team projects.
- Research/resolve internal customer inquiries for assigned business areas.
- Investigate financial irregularities to determine cause and remedy
- Analyze activity to ensure proper accounting procedures have been followed
- Assist in updating training material/documentation to ensure it is kept current
- Participate in special projects to improve process efficiency and performance Projects as assigned
- Demonstrate appropriate understanding/working knowledge of accounting principles and internal controls, and apply them.
- Maintain process documentation and identify non-value added processes within the department and seeks solutions.
- Ensure compliance with financial/accounting controls and deadlines
- Assist with financial closings, analyze data, prepare and enter journal entries, perform account reconciliations, prepare internal and external financial reports, provide back up and rotation of responsibilities, and maintain complex spreadsheets
- Participate in the Capital versus Expense determinations, fixed asset support, unitization of assets, and support special projects as needed
- Coordinate with others outside of Accounting/Finance (i.e. external/internal auditors, customer service, regulatory)
- Work independently, handle multiple responsibilities, and prioritize effectively
- A Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting or Economics is required (May 2026 grads eligible to apply).
- Entry level position where some work experience preferred but not required.
- Strong analysis, decision making and problem solving skills
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (both written and verbal)
- Ability to work as part of a team and interact effectively with others
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to balance multiple tasks under time constraints in a challanging and fast paced environment
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
- Understand aspects of accounting theory and financial statement classification
- Ability to understand and execute financial controls and perform testing
- Ability to learn new processes and systems
- Document basic processes and procedures in ways easily understood and followed by others
- Ability to communicate with internal and external parties in a clear and timely manner
- Strong organizational skills with a keen attention to detail
- Strong work ethic and an eager willingness to accept and meet challenges
- Independent, mature, professional team member who is an analytical thinker with an ability to conduct research, data analysis and resolve moderately complex problems
End Date: 04/30/2026
Pay Range Minimum: $59,510.36
Pay Range Maximum: $102,655.28
The pay range reflects the minimum and maximum for the position at the time of posting and may be modified in the future. The starting salary/pay within the pay range will be based on several factors, as applicable, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, shift, travel requirements, collective bargaining agreements, and business and organizational needs. At WEC Energy Group, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role.
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WEC Energy Group and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers. As a result, all qualified applicants will receive equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other protected status. The Company also complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws that require it to take affirmative action.
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Salary : $59,510 - $102,655