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Badger Meter · 3 hours ago

Sr. Accountant

Milwaukee, WI

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Badger Meter is a leading global water technology company focused on preserving and protecting the world's water resources. The Senior Technical Accountant will ensure accurate financial reporting in compliance with SEC regulations and U.S. GAAP, leading technical accounting initiatives and overseeing revenue recognition under ASC 606.

ManufacturingProduct DesignWater

Responsibilities

Prepare quarterly and annual SEC filings, including reviewed and audited reports

Prepare and file necessary equity-related forms in compliance with SEC regulations

Coordinate with external and internal auditors on the quarterly reviews and annual audit, implementing any necessary changes to be U.S. GAAP compliant, with minimal to no audit differences

Coordinate with external tax accountants to facilitate data gather for quarterly tax compliance

Prepare or provide data for tax-related workpapers (e.g., state apportionment, 162m, deferred revenue, R&D credits)

Update and maintain Company Accounting Policy Manual in accordance with U.S. GAAP

Partner with site accounting teams to ensure policy compliance and accurate financial reporting

Maintain and update the Company’s revenue recognition policy

Review and document key customer contracts to ensure compliance with ASC 606 and Company revenue policies

Perform quarterly and annual revenue testing and analysis, including standalone selling price and timing of revenue recognition

Assist with complex accounting areas during month-end close (e.g., equity, warranty, SaaS)

Qualification

SEC reportingU.S. GAAPCPA certificationASC 606ERP systemsMicrosoft ExcelAccounting policy developmentInitiating ActionCollaborationCommunication

Required

Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field required

5+ years of progressive accounting experience, with a strong focus on technical accounting and financial reporting

CPA certification required

In-depth knowledge of U.S. GAAP, especially revenue recognition under ASC 606

Experience with accounting policy development and documentation

Exposure to equity accounting, including stock-based compensation and related SEC filings

Collaboration with external auditors and tax advisors for compliance and reporting

Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite) and financial reporting tools

Preferred

Hands-on experience with SEC reporting (preferred), including preparation of 10-Q, 10-K, and other filings

Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel preferred

Benefits

Competitive Pay

Annual Bonus

Eligible for Annual Pay Increases

Comprehensive Health, Vision, and Dental Coverage

15 days Paid Time Off + 11 Paid Holidays

Two Ways to Save for Retirement: Badger Meter contributes 25 cents for every dollar you contribute to the plan, up to 7% of your eligible compensation. In addition to the match, the company will also contribute 5% of your eligible compensation to your Defined Contribution account on an annual basis. Additional access to a certified financial planner to help ensure your money is working for you, at no cost!

Employer Paid benefits including: Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Basic Group Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, and more

Educational Assistance – Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250

Voluntary benefits including: Additional Life Insurance, Long Term Disability, Accident and Critical Illness coverage

Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options