Why Work for Menards?
- Monday - Friday, 40 hours a week
- Profit Sharing & 401K, Paid Vacations & Holidays
- Team Member Discount
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Senior Financial Accountant is responsible for performing and overseeing complex accounting, financial analysis, and reporting activities to ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial information. The Senior Financial Accountant is expected to independently research and resolve complex accounting issues, identify trends and financial risks, strengthen internal controls, and lead process improvement initiatives. This position serves as an accounting resource to management, other departments, and members of the Accounting and Finance team and may provide guidance and review of work performed by less experienced accountants.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Prepare, analyze, and review daily, weekly, monthly, and annual financial reports.
- Prepare and review complex journal entries, account reconciliations, accruals and supporting schedules.
- Perform detailed financial and variance analysis and communicate findings to Accounting management.
- Review financial results and identify trends, unusual transactions, and opportunities requiring management attention.
- Evaluate internal controls and identify opportunities to strengthen controls, reduce risk, and improve the accuracy and efficiency of accounting processes.
- Lead in developing, documenting, and implementing accounting policies and procedures.
- Lead in accounting and finance projects, system implementations, and other continuous improvement initiatives.
- Lead in special projects and other duties as assigned.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.
- Relevant accounting experience demonstrating progressively increasing responsibility.
- Experience with financial reporting, account reconciliation and financial analysis is preferred.
- Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial statements and general ledger accounting.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to independently identify, research, and resolve complex accounting issues.
- Excellent attention to detail with a strong commitment to accuracy and financial integrity.
- Ability to independently manage multiple priorities and consistently meet reporting and closing deadlines.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and demonstrated ability to analyze large amounts of financial data.
- Ability to provide guidance and technical support to other accounting team members.
- Ability to take ownership of assignments and processes with limited supervision.
- Strong organizational skills and commitment to continuous improvement.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound professional judgment.
- Relocation to Eau Claire, WI is required
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
- Relevant accounting experience with progressively increasing responsibility
- Experience with financial reporting, account reconciliation, and financial analysis
- Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial statements, and general ledger accounting
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including resolving complex accounting issues independently
- Excellent attention to detail and commitment to accuracy and financial integrity
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet reporting and closing deadlines independently
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and ability to analyze large amounts of financial data
- Ability to provide guidance and technical support to accounting team members
- Ability to take ownership of assignments and processes with limited supervision
- Strong organizational skills and commitment to continuous improvement
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound professional judgment
- Relocation to Eau Claire, Wisconsin
Menards Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Menards and has not been reviewed or approved by Menards.
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Strong & Reliable Incentives — Weekend premium pay and a weekly pay cadence are presented as consistent boosts to take‑home pay, with profit sharing and periodic bonuses further augmenting earnings when eligible. These elements help overall compensation feel more competitive for retail roles.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Full‑time and salaried materials list paid time off and paid holidays, with salaried roles also offering parental leave and sabbatical eligibility after extended tenure. This breadth creates structured time‑away options beyond basic schedules.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — A store discount, education programs, an employee assistance program, the Calm app, and gym/commuter discounts are detailed in company materials. These lifestyle perks provide value outside of base wages.
Menards Insights
What We Do
Menards home improvement stores are conveniently located throughout the Midwest in a 14-state region. From the novice do-it-yourselfer to the experienced contractor, Menards has something for everyone! As a family-owned and operated business, Menards is truly dedicated to service and quality and is the place to "Save BIG Money!" on all your home improvement needs. As an employer, Menards provides the tools and training that are needed to ensure that we provide great customer service, in stores or online. Menards offers exceptional advancement opportunities, a positive work environment, and great pay and benefits! If you are a hard-working, goal-oriented person, we have opportunities for you! Apply today in person at your local site or online.
