Accounting Manager

At Associated Bank we strive to create an inclusive culture where different perspectives are valued and recognized as strengths critical to our success. If you thrive in an environment where your growth and development are encouraged and supported, then Associated Bank may be the right place for you.

Associated Bank requires you to directly represent yourself and your own experiences during the recruiting and hiring process. Associated Bank conducts a thorough background check on all new hires.

Associated Bank is seeking an Accounting Manager to lead the integrity, accuracy, and timeliness of our general ledger and financial close processes. This role plays a critical part in delivering accurate financial results, maintaining strong internal controls, and supporting regulatory and SEC reporting requirements. You'll have the opportunity to lead a talented team while driving process improvements and automation initiatives that enhance efficiency across Finance.
Open to candidates in Chicago, Milwaukee, Minneapolis or Green Bay.

Key Accountabilities

• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes to ensure accurate and timely reporting.
• Manage the integrity of the general ledger, chart of accounts, cost center structures, and related financial data.
• Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP, SOX requirements, and internal control standards.
• Oversee journal entries, account reconciliations, and balance sheet governance activities.
• Partner with Financial Reporting, FP&A, Finance Technology, and business leaders to support reporting and operational objectives.
• Support SEC filings, regulatory reporting, consolidation activities, and audit readiness efforts.
• Develop, coach, and mentor a team of accounting professionals to drive performance and accountability.
• Drive automation, standardization, and continuous improvement initiatives across accounting and close processes.

Education & Experience

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 4+ years of accounting and/or finance experience.
• 3+ years of experience within the financial services industry.
• 1+ years of leadership experience.
• 1+ years of experience with SOX controls.

Preferred

• 1+ years of experience owning month-end close and general ledger processes.
• 3+ years of public accounting experience.
• 1+ years of experience using Workday ERP.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

At Associated Bank, you'll join a collaborative team where your expertise helps drive financial integrity and business success. We invest in professional development, leadership growth, and continuous improvement while fostering a culture built on accountability, partnership, and innovation. Apply today to make an impact.

We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified parties, including but not limited to people returning to the workforce, people with disabilities, those without a college degree, and veterans or those with military experience.

In addition to core traditional benefits, we take pride in offering benefits for every stage of life. 

• Retirement savings including both 401(k) and Pension plans. 

• Paid time off to volunteer in your community. 

• Opportunities to connect with others through our diversity-focused Colleague Resource Groups. 

• Competitive salaries with professional development and advancement opportunities. 

• Bonus benefits including well-being programs and incentives, parental leave, an employee stock purchase plan, military benefits and much more.  

• Personal banking, loan, investment and insurance benefits. 

Associated Bank serves more than 120 communities throughout Wisconsin, Illinois, Minnesota, and Missouri and we consider our colleagues critical to our continued success. See why our colleagues continually vote us a best place to work in the Midwest. Join our community on Facebook, LinkedIn and X. 

Compliance Statement

Associated Bank is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse workforce. We support a work environment where colleagues are respected and given the opportunity to perform to their fullest potential. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status, among other factors.

Fully complies with all applicable enterprise policies and procedures. Acts in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations as outlined in training materials, including but not limited to Bank Secrecy Act. Responsible for reporting suspicious activity to Financial Intelligence. Responsible to report all customer complaints as prescribed and procedure violations to management or HR.

Responsible to report ethical concerns as needed to Associated Bank’s anonymous Ethics Hotline.

Associated Bank provides additional assistance throughout the application, interview and hiring process. Please contact [email protected] if you need an accommodation at any time during the process.

Associated Banc-Corp participates in the E-Verify Program. E-Verify Notice English or Spanish. Know Your Right to Work English or Spanish.

Associated Bank is Pay Transparency compliant.

The pay range represents anticipated base pay for this role. Actual pay may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, work location, skills, experience, education, and qualifications for the role.

For certain positions, total compensation may also include incentive, commission, or bonus opportunities not reflected in the posted base pay range.

$94,360.00 - $161,760.00 per year