1

Clearing Analyst Jobs in Wisconsin (NOW HIRING)

WI · On-site

$72K - $90K/yr

Finance Department • Analyze and prepare intercompany transactions, including the reconciliation and clearing of intercompany AR and AP balances. • Review and reconcile cost allocations across ...

Senior Accountant

Salem, WI · On-site

$80 - $100/hr

Analyze and prepare intercompany transactions, including the reconciliation and clearing of intercompany AR and AP balances. * Review and reconcile cost allocations across multiple business units to ...

Posted today

Staff Accountant II

Waukesha, WI · On-site

$55K - $72K/yr

Analyze and document reconciling items, primarily cash and deferred revenue related. * Record Cash Clearing and Credit Card Batch related activity to the General Ledger. * Analyze OPEX financial ...

Staff Accountant II

Waukesha, WI · On-site

$55K - $72K/yr

Analyze and document reconciling items, primarily cash and deferred revenue related. * Record Cash Clearing and Credit Card Batch related activity to the General Ledger. * Analyze OPEX financial ...

Showing results 41-60

Clearing Analyst information

See Wisconsin salary details

$16

$31

$48

How much do clearing analyst jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 4, 2026, the average hourly pay for clearing analyst in Wisconsin is $31.83, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $25.48 and $36.15 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a clearing analyst?

A Clearing Analyst is a finance professional responsible for ensuring that financial transactions, such as trades in securities or derivatives, are processed, settled, and reconciled accurately and efficiently. They work with clearinghouses and internal teams to resolve discrepancies, manage risk, and ensure compliance with regulations. Clearing Analysts play a crucial role in minimizing errors and ensuring the smooth functioning of financial markets. Their duties often include monitoring transactional data, investigating settlement issues, and communicating with brokers, clients, and regulatory bodies.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a clearing analyst, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Clearing Analyst, you need strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a solid understanding of financial markets, often supported by a degree in finance, economics, or a related field. Familiarity with clearing and settlement systems, such as DTCC and SWIFT, and proficiency in Excel or related financial software are typically required. Excellent problem-solving abilities, communication skills, and the capacity to work under tight deadlines help set top performers apart. These skills ensure accurate trade reconciliation, minimize settlement risks, and maintain smooth post-trade operations in fast-paced financial environments.

What are some common challenges faced by clearing analysts, and how can they be addressed?

Clearing Analysts often encounter challenges such as managing high transaction volumes under tight deadlines, ensuring regulatory compliance, and resolving discrepancies between trading parties. These challenges require strong attention to detail, effective communication skills, and the ability to quickly adapt to changes in financial regulations or market conditions. Building strong relationships with internal teams and external counterparties, as well as staying up-to-date with industry best practices, can help Clearing Analysts navigate these challenges efficiently.

What cities in Wisconsin are hiring for Clearing Analyst jobs?

Cities in Wisconsin with the most Clearing Analyst job openings:

$72K - $90K/yr

Other

This job post has expired today. Applications are no longer accepted.


Key responsibilities

  • Support the accuracy and integrity of the company's financial records and reporting through general accounting, account reconciliations, and operational accounting activities.

  • Assist in the monthly and annual financial close processes, including preparing journal entries, variance analysis, and financial reporting.

  • Review and reconcile freight invoices, monitor freight accruals, and analyze freight expenses to ensure accuracy and identify cost-saving opportunities.


Job description

The Senior Accountant is responsible for supporting the accuracy and integrity of the company’s financial records and reporting, including general accounting, inventory valuation, freight analysis, account reconciliations, and other operational accounting activities. This position partners closely with Operations, Sales, and Finance to ensure accurate financial reporting, analysis of operating results, and identify opportunities to improve financial performance and efficiency.


The Senior Accountant is a key contributor to the monthly and annual financial close processes, including journal entries, account reconciliations, variance analysis, financial reporting, and other general accounting responsibilities. The position ensures financial transactions are recorded accurately and in accordance with U.S. GAAP, company policies, and established internal controls.


Finance Department

• Analyze and prepare intercompany transactions, including the reconciliation and clearing of intercompany AR and AP balances.

• Review and reconcile cost allocations across multiple business units to ensure accuracy, consistency, and proper financial reporting.

• Prepare journal entries related to inventory and finance department activities.

• Reconcile inventory and general ledger accounts.

• Monitor inventory reserves, obsolescence, and slow-moving inventory.

• Support physical inventory counts and cycle count programs.

• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes.

• Assist with timely and accurate financial reporting and analysis.

• Support ERP implementations, upgrades, and process improvements.


Freight & Customs

• Review freight invoices for accuracy and investigate discrepancies with carriers, freight forwarders, and internal departments.

• Monitor freight accruals and reconcile accrued freight expenses to actual carrier and logistics invoices.

• Review open purchase orders and outstanding freight accruals to identify and resolve aged or inaccurate balances.

• Analyze freight expenses by customer, product, shipment, carrier, and business segment to identify trends and opportunities for cost improvement.

• Support the accounting and reconciliation of customs duties, tariffs, brokerage fees, and other import-related charges.

• Review customs documentation and import transactions to ensure HTS codes, duties, tariffs, and related expenses are properly recorded.


Costing

• Assist Cost Accountant with the preparation and analysis of material, labor, overhead, and manufacturing variances.

• Support the maintenance and review of standard costs by gathering and validating underlying financial and operational data.


Audit and Compliance

• Support internal and external audits related to inventory and cost accounting and general financial accounting.

• Maintain documentation supporting inventory valuation and costing methodologies.

• Ensure compliance with company policies and GAAP requirements.


Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting.

• 2+ years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.

• Experience with SAP ERP system.

• Strong understanding of standard cost, manufacturing variances and cost analysis.

• Proficient with Microsoft Excel (PivotTables, LOOKUPs, etc.)

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

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Self-motivated with ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.

• Foreign currency exposure – EURO, USD conversions.

• Strong knowledge of GAAP and familiarity with internal controls.