What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounting Analyst position at WEC Energy Group?
WBS, a subsidiary of WEC Energy Group, is seeking a Accounting Analyst in our Milwaukee, Wisconsin location. This position offers a flexible work arrangement (remote/hybrid) with time spent in the Milwaukee office.
This position is part of a job family (Associate Analyst, Analyst) where experience will be the determining factor.
About Us
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.
Job Responsibilities
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.
We reserve the right to modify the application deadline or discontinue accepting applications for any position if deemed necessary.
Learn more at
WEC Energy Group will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1 with OPT or CPT, H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.
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.
This position is part of a job family (Associate Analyst, Analyst) where experience will be the determining factor.
About Us
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.
Job Responsibilities
- Ensure compliance with financial/accounting controls
- Perform closing procedures including preparing journal entries, account reconciliations and variance analysis
- Collaborate and assist with the preparation of forecasts and budgets
- Monitor the integrity of the systems and general ledger transactions
- Prepare internal and external financial reports
- Ensure compliance with corporate policies, Sarbanes Oxley, and various commission reporting
- Provide back up and rotation of responsibilities
- Analyze large amounts of data and maintain complex spreadsheets
- Utilize various forecasting, reporting and general ledger software
- Provide communication related to financial statements, data requests and month end closing processes
- Proactively improve processes and business solutions
- This position requires working additional hours during certain times of the month
- A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics or a related business degree is required. (May 2026 Graduates are eligile to apply)
- Entry level position where some work experience is 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
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.
We reserve the right to modify the application deadline or discontinue accepting applications for any position if deemed necessary.
Learn more at
WEC Energy Group will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1 with OPT or CPT, H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.
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.
Salary : $59,510 - $102,655