Accounting Operations Analyst

First Supply, a fifth-generation family-owned company, has served the Upper Midwest for over 125 years. Guided by our Employee Value Proposition, Where Tradition Meets Innovation, we foster a workplace where people learn, grow, and contribute to a company that values its heritage while embracing progress. Our teams take pride in supporting customers and communities, creating meaningful work and rewarding careers every day.

 

The Accounting Operations Analyst supports accounting and financial activities by ensuring accurate, consistent financial data and supporting monthly close, reporting, planning, and audit processes. Serving as a key link between Accounting and FP&A, this role focuses on financial reporting, variance analysis, and process improvement to strengthen data integrity, operational insights, and decision‑making across the organization. This is an on-site position in our La Crosse, WI branch. #SupplyYourFuture

• →Extract, validate, organize, and maintain financial data from ERP and reporting systems to ensure accuracy, consistency and reliability
• →Maintain financial reporting tools, templates, and supporting documentation in accordance with established standards
• →Maintain and support general ledger (GL) structure and ensure accurate data flow into financial reporting systems
• →Prepare and support financial and operational reporting (daily, weekly, and monthly), including financial statements, sales and operational flash reports, commissions, rebates and inventory
• →Perform routine variance and trend analysis comparing actual results to budget, forecast, and prior periods; identify and escalate notable findings
• →Assist with the preparation of monthly forecasts and annual budgets through data gathering, validation, and analysis
• →Identify and support opportunities to improve accounting, reporting, and financial processes, with a focus on efficiency, automation, and data quality
• →Collaborate with Accounting, FP&A, and cross-functional teams to ensure alignment in financial data, reporting, and insights
• →Support audit processes by preparing documentation, responding to requests, and assisting with compliance-related reporting
• →Perform other duties as assigned

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business or related field preferred
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including formulas, functions, and basic data analysis
• Foundational understanding of accounting and finance principals (financial statements, debits/credits, variance basics)
• Familiarity with financial planning, reporting, or data visualization tools (e.g., Adaptive Insights, Tableau, Power BI, or similar) preferred
• Strong attention to detail and ability to validate and organize data for accuracy and consistency
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present information clearly to a variety of stakeholders
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and follow through on assigned responsibilities
• Self-motivated and dependable, with a willingness to learn, ask questions, and take ownership of work
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment