Project Accountant

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Waukesha, WI
In-Office
62K-78K Annually
Junior
Energy • Renewable Energy
The Role
The Project Accountant will track and manage project budgets, prepare financial reports, ensure compliance with accounting standards, and support project teams in financial decision-making.
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Why Work at Clarke

Our work is guided by our purpose: creating an energy-resilient world for a better future. This purpose embodies the legacy we bring, with more than 100 years as the global leader in energy resilience, delivering solutions critical to sustain and improve life.

Our teams have the opportunity to provide a critical resource – energy – that ensures safety, security, and independence for people around the world. Our team members are focused on pushing boundaries, continuing to innovate in an ever-changing landscape, and keeping up with the pace required to create solutions for today’s world demands.

Our product range includes engines, generators, power conversion, UPS systems, EV components and electrification solutions, microgrid controls and management, and clean energy solutions that serve a broad spectrum of OEM, residential, industrial, and commercial customers. At Rehlko, you have the freedom to identify, create, and deliver solutions – large and small – that help people and communities thrive in the moments that matter.

At Rehlko, our team members are the essential energy that powers our organization’s success. We are committed to fostering a safe and sustainable work environment where safety is everyone’s responsibility. We empower every team member to actively participate in our Zero Is Possible safety culture by encouraging open communication, proactively reporting hazards, following protocols, and suggesting improvements. Join us in creating an energy resilient world for a better future!

What We Offer

At Rehlko, our Total Rewards programs are designed to accelerate growth, energize performance, and support a culture of inclusion at every stage of life and work. We offer total rewards that are easily understood, recognize results, enable career mobility, and reflect our commitment to valuing diverse needs in a fast-moving world. We provide:

  • Competitive compensation and benefits

  • Work-life flexibility

  • Recognition and rewards

  • Development and career opportunities

  • A safe and inclusive workplace

Why You Will Love this Job

The Project Accountant will report directly to the Finance Director, US.

This position is based in our Waukesha, WI office and operates on a hybrid schedule.

Specific Responsibilities:

  • Monitor and track project budgets, expenditures, and costs in ProCore and Microsoft Dynamics.

  • Lead bi-weekly Project Financial Review meetings with Project Managers.

  • Prepare and analyze financial reports related to project performance.

  • Ensure accurate and timely billing and invoicing for projects.

  • Collaborate with project managers to review project budgets and forecasts.

  • Conduct variance analysis to identify discrepancies between actual and budgeted costs.

  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date project accounting records.

  • Provide financial support and guidance to project teams.

  • Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and accounting standards.

  • Adhere to Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality management policies and procedures as appropriate to work being undertaken.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance or related field is required; OR an Associate's Degree in Accounting, with a solid understanding of accounting concepts and rules and a minimum of 2 years of experience as a project accountant or similar role.

  • Strong understanding of project accounting principles and practices is preferred.

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

  • Experience with ProCore (project management software) (nice to have)

  • Familiarity with ERP Microsoft Dynamics

  • Knowledge of relevant accounting standards and regulations

  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy

  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team

  • The confidence to challenge behaviors that do not align with company values.         

  • A proactive focus on personal development

  • Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively across all levels and functions

  • Confidence, resilience and tenacity

  • Strong communication skills, time management and organizational skills

Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.


 

The Salary range for this position is $62,350.00-$77,950.00.The specific Salary rate offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate’s experience, their education, and the work location.

About Us

Rehlko proudly offers a rich history steeped in creativity and commitment to our associates and communities, along with competitive benefits and compensation. Our Purpose—Creating an energy resilient world for a better future—and Values: Curiosity, Trust, Pace, and Excellence, are important cultural components that shape the way we work and relate to one another. Learn more about Rehlko at http://www.rehlko.com/who-we-are.

In addition to the investment in your development, Rehlko offers a benefits package including a competitive salary, health, vision, dental, 401(k) with Rehlko matching, and more!?

Rehlko is an equal opportunity employer that prohibits discrimination and will make decisions regarding employment opportunities, including, but not limited to, hiring, job assignment, compensation, promotion, benefits, training, discipline, and termination, without regard to race, creed, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, genetic information, age, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, caste, mental or physical disability, marital or familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, political belief or affiliation, union membership status, military status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by national, state, local, or other applicable laws.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

 It is the policy of Rehlko to comply with all applicable provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and corresponding national, state, local, or other applicable laws. Rehlko will not discriminate against any qualified associate or applicant with respect to any terms, privileges, or conditions of employment because of a person's physical or mental disability. Rehlko will provide a reasonable accommodation to associates or applicants with disabilities, in accordance with applicable laws. If you have a disability and require an accommodation in the application process or during the course of employment, please contact [email protected]. Rehlko is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

Our Values

Curiosity – Seek, learn, share

Trust – Go farther together

Pace – Focus to go faster

Excellence – Find the win every day

Top Skills

Microsoft Dynamics
Microsoft Office Suite (Excel
Powerpoint)
Procore
Word
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The Company
HQ: Milwaukee, Wisconsin
2,387 Employees

What We Do

Rehlko is a global leader in energy resilience, delivering the solutions critical to sustain and improve life.

Formerly, for more than 100 years as Kohler Energy, our teams have excelled, reliably meeting today’s energy needs while planning for tomorrow’s. Now, with a new name and increased focus, we are giving our customers more control over where energy is sourced and where it goes, from industrial applications to your own backyard. Our solutions give people the resilience they need to keep building a brighter future, together.

At Rehlko, we innovate relentlessly because we know we don’t just offer energy solutions – we are creating an energy resilient world for a better future.

We provide worldwide solutions thanks to our regional locations in NA, EMEA, LATAM, APAC, and India.

Learn more about our products:
Power Systems North America: https://www.powersystems.rehlko.com
Power Systems EMEA: https://www.powersystems.rehlko.com/emea
Engines: https://www.engines.rehlko.com

Rehlko’s affiliated brands include Kohler Home Energy, Kohler Uninterruptible Power, Curtis Instruments, and Clarke Energy.

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