MSA is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Senior Accountant to join our growing team. In this role, you will play a key part in supporting month-end and year-end close processes, preparing financial statements, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards. This position combines strong analytical ability with deep technical knowledge of accounting principles to provide insight, guidance, and solutions that drive organizational success.

This position will be located onsite at either our Baraboo, Appleton, Beaver Dam or Madison offices.

Who we are:

For over 100 years, MSA has helped shape communities through engineering excellence. What began in 1919 with a single practitioner in Baraboo, Wisconsin, has grown into a robust firm of over 500 employee owners across the U.S.

Our purpose is simple: to make communities stronger, safer, and more sustainable. We believe in the power of relationships, trust, and doing the right thing — and we take pride in seeing our work come to life.

At MSA, we understand that great work happens when you contribute great value and maintain a balanced life and career.  That’s why we offer:

• Employee Ownership = True Investment: MSA is a 100% employee-owned firm. That means when you join our team, you’re not just doing a job — you’re building your legacy and sharing in the success of the firm.

• A Culture of Mentorship and Collaboration: Work alongside a talented, cross-disciplinary team that values mentorship, professional development, and team success.

• A flex time program that empowers you to manage your schedule — because life doesn’t always fit inside 9 to 5

What you will do:

Project Responsibilities

• Assist with research and analysis regarding project financial status.

• Provide timely contract performance data to project personnel.

• Resolve financial issues in collaboration with internal and external project teams.

Technical Performance

• Reconcile asset and liability accounts; investigate discrepancies and assess risk.

• Prepare journal entries, balance sheets, income statements, and special reports in compliance with GAAP, FASB, FAR, and other standards.

• Audit documents and substantiate financial transactions.

• Analyze data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities to improve financial planning.

• Implement new accounting policies and maintain internal controls.

• Act as the primary point of contact for auditor requests.

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local financial regulations.

• Provide guidance to accounting clerical staff and respond to accounting procedure inquiries.

• Contribute to special projects as needed.

Business Performance

• Support strategic and financial goals through analysis of finances and operational metrics.

• Assist in the development and implementation of systems, procedures, and policies.

• Provide insights that influence business planning, forecasting, and performance improvement.

What you bring:

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience).

• Minimum of 6 years of accounting experience; A/E industry background a plus.

Skills & Knowledge

• Intermediate to advanced technical accounting knowledge and financial statement analysis skills.

• Proficiency in Excel and MS Office; experience with accounting software required.

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

• Familiarity with Earned Value Management preferred.

• CPA or CMA certification strongly preferred.

• The selected candidate must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. without requiring visa sponsorship now or in the future. We are unable to provide or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this role.

Why MSA?

• Better Together: A collaborative environment that values open ideas, diversity, and authenticity. Our diverse perspectives fuel innovation and success in our employee-owned firm.
• Multi-disciplinary Opportunities: Follow your interests, explore new experiences, and apply your skills where they have the most impact.
• We've Got Your Back: Enjoy support when you need it and independence when you don't. We are 400+ strong, working as one cohesive team.
• Passion & Purpose: We're passionate about our work and proud of it! Share inspirations, "geek out," and think big with us.
• Pay & Perks: Competitive pay and unique perks that make MSA stand out.
• Communities of Practice: Our think tanks and idea generators—regular collaboration and learning opportunities.
• Work-Life Integration: Life doesn't stop when work begins. We support your professional and personal balance.
• Commitment to Learning: Ongoing training, tuition reimbursement, and cutting-edge technology to keep you connected and creative.
• Community Engagement: Giving back through volunteering, education, STEM outreach, and event participation, backed by corporate sponsorship and donations.

The salary for this position ranges from $70,369 to $112,590 per year commensurate with experience. Higher compensation within this range will be paid to candidates with significant experience and exceptional qualifications.

Best-in-Industry Benefits - Eligible employees enjoy:

• Quality Insurance Options: Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family
• Paid Time Off: Minimum of 17 days in the first year for full-time employees
• Paid Holidays: 8 holidays per year
• Paid Parental Leave: 2 weeks for both parents, with additional time for birth parents under MSA’s Short Term Paid Leave
• Supplemental Insurance: 100% paid life, long-term disability, and short-term disability insurance
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP): 100% employee-owned, with stock provided at no cost
• 401k Retirement Savings Plan: Generous employer match, immediately 100% vested
• Short Term Incentive (STIP) bonus

MSA is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. At MSA, we value a diverse, inclusive workforce and we provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to an individual’s race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, family care status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws.  If you are unable to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at hr@msa-ps.com

Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer