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15 results for Accounting Assistant in Pewaukee, WI

Senior Accountant/Cost Accounting Manager/Asst. Controller
  • Elkhart Lake, WI
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • - USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for a dedicated and experienced Cost Accounting Manager to join our manufacturing team in the greater Plymouth, Wisconsin area. In this critical role, you will oversee accounting operations, with a strong focus on cost accounting and financial reporting. This position offers an excellent opportunity to work closely with leadership and contribute to the financial accuracy and operational efficiency of the organization.</p><p><br></p><p>For immediate consideration call Bill Johannes at 414-662-3416 or connect on Linked-In . All conversations will be confidential. If you or someone you know would qualify for any of the positions listed below feel free to have them call me as well. Thanks for any consideration and I look forward to helping you.  God Bless.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage and maintain the general ledger, ensuring accurate and timely monthly closings.</p><p>• Prepare, review, and post journal entries, reconciliations, and accruals with precision.</p><p>• Oversee inventory and cost balances while investigating and addressing any discrepancies.</p><p>• Provide functional oversight for accounts payable and accounts receivable activities carried out by the accounting team.</p><p>• Collaborate with operations to refine labor routings, work centers, and overhead cost drivers.</p><p>• Develop and refine standard costs for materials, labor, and overhead to improve cost visibility.</p><p>• Generate detailed margin and cost reports for products, product families, and jobs.</p><p>• Prepare monthly financial reports and assist with budgeting, forecasting, and audit preparations.</p><p>• Document and enhance accounting processes to ensure efficiency and accuracy.</p><p>• Support continuous improvement initiatives to strengthen cost reporting and operational insights.</p>
  • 2026-02-06T23:38:44Z
Accounts Payable Clerk
  • Brookfield, WI
  • onsite
  • Contract / Temporary to Hire
  • - USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a dedicated Accounts Payable Clerk to join our team in Brookfield, Wisconsin. This is a contract position with the potential for a permanent role, offering part-time hours and the flexibility to work two or three days per week. In this role, you will play a key part in addressing a backlog of invoices and scanned documents while contributing to the efficiency of the accounting team.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process accounts payable invoices with accuracy and attention to detail.<br>• Scan and attach documents to invoice records for proper tracking.<br>• Utilize Made2Manage (M2M) software and other general systems effectively.<br>• Assist with manual invoicing tasks to reduce the backlog.<br>• Collaborate with a small accounting team to ensure timely completion of tasks.<br>• Maintain organized records and ensure compliance with company procedures.<br>• Provide support for check runs and invoice coding.<br>• Adapt to routine, detail-oriented work in an onsite environment.<br>• Learn and apply company-specific systems as needed.
  • 2026-01-22T02:13:58Z
Accounts Receivable Clerk
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • - USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for an experienced Accounts Receivable Clerk to join our team in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. In this long-term contract role PT 25-30 hoours/week, you will play a key part in managing financial processes, ensuring accurate invoicing, and supporting the overall billing operations. This position offers an opportunity to work onsite and contribute to a dynamic and fast-paced environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Handle high-volume invoice processing for multi-million-dollar accounts, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.</p><p>• Manage collections for commercial accounts and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders.</p><p>• Apply and reconcile cash payments to member accounts, addressing discrepancies promptly.</p><p>• Assist with month-end and year-end closing processes to ensure accurate financial reporting.</p><p>• Respond to billing inquiries from members with professionalism and a customer-focused approach.</p><p>• Utilize specialized tools and Rapattoni software for billing operations; training will be provided.</p><p>• Support overall billing functions, including cash collection and application.</p><p>• Collaborate with team members to streamline accounting workflows and improve efficiency.</p><p>• Maintain detailed and organized records of financial transactions.</p><p>• Perform additional duties as needed to enhance the accounts receivable process.</p>
  • 2026-02-07T04:03:55Z
Accounts Receivable Clerk
  • Libertyville, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 65000.00 - 75000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for an experienced Accounts Receivable Clerk to join our team in Libertyville, Illinois. In this role, you will play a vital part in managing and optimizing the accounts receivable processes to ensure the smooth handling of collections and cash applications. The ideal candidate will bring strong organizational skills and a deep understanding of commercial collections and billing functions.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage accounts receivable operations, including processing invoices and monitoring payment schedules.</p><p>• Handle commercial collections by contacting clients to resolve outstanding balances and ensure timely payments.</p><p>• Perform accurate cash application processes, allocating payments to the correct accounts.</p><p>• Collaborate with internal teams to address billing discrepancies and ensure accurate invoicing.</p><p>• Investigate and resolve deductions or disputes related to customer accounts.</p><p>• Monitor and report on accounts receivable aging to maintain proper financial controls.</p><p>• Assist in preparing reports and documentation related to collections and cash flow.</p><p>• Maintain detailed and organized records of transactions and communications.</p><p>• Provide exceptional customer service to clients while addressing payment-related concerns.</p><p>• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance accounts receivable efficiency.</p><p><br></p><p>Salary: $65,000 - $75,000</p><p>Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k</p><p><br></p><p><em>Our specialized recruiting professionals apply their expertise and utilize our proprietary AI to find you great job matches faster.</em></p>
  • 2026-02-06T16:28:44Z
PART TIME - Accounts Payable Clerk
  • Fond Du Lac, WI
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 22.00 - 24.00 USD / Hourly
  • Part-Time Accounts Payable Clerk | Fond du Lac, WI 20 hours per week | Long-term contract Looking for a consistent, part-time A/P role where your experience actually matters? We’re partnering with a Fond du Lac-based organization seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Clerk to support day-to-day payment operations. This is a long-term contract opportunity ideal for someone who enjoys accuracy, structure, and being a trusted part of the finance function—without a permanent schedule. What You’ll Be Doing Process invoices with precision, ensuring accurate coding and approvals Run weekly check runs to meet payment deadlines Investigate and resolve invoice discrepancies Communicate with vendors and internal teams regarding payment questions Maintain clean, audit-ready A/P records Monitor A/P aging and flag overdue items Assist with account reconciliations as needed Identify opportunities to streamline A/P processes Provide general support to the finance team as priorities arise What Makes This Role Appealing True part-time hours (20/week) Long-term stability vs. short-term coverage Hands-on A/P work—not just data entry Local Fond du Lac opportunity with a collaborative team If you bring solid accounts payable experience and value accuracy and consistency, this could be a great fit.
  • 2026-01-29T22:18:37Z
Accounts Receivable Clerk
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • onsite
  • Contract / Temporary to Hire
  • - USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an Accounts Receivable Clerk to join a dynamic and supportive team in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. In this role, you will handle critical invoicing and payment processing tasks, contribute to collections efforts, and ensure seamless administrative operations. This is a Contract to permanent position that offers an exciting opportunity to thrive in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process customer payments using various methods, including mobile deposits and electronic transfers.<br>• Manage invoicing tasks with precision, ensuring timely and accurate billing.<br>• Provide support in reducing accounts receivable backlog and enhancing collections efforts.<br>• Maintain and strengthen relationships with customers through effective communication.<br>• Collaborate closely with team members and leadership to streamline administrative workflows.<br>• Assist in training and onboarding processes to ensure smooth integration into the team.<br>• Utilize QuickBooks and Microsoft Outlook for efficient financial and operational tasks.<br>• Handle high volumes of invoices daily, especially during peak seasons.<br>• Prioritize attention to detail while managing multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.<br>• Contribute to a positive and collaborative work atmosphere.
  • 2026-02-09T16:18:43Z
Inventory Clerk
  • Pewaukee, WI
  • onsite
  • Contract / Temporary to Hire
  • 27.00 - 30.00 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an experienced Inventory Clerk to join our team in Pewaukee, Wisconsin. This Contract to permanent position offers an exciting opportunity to oversee inventory control and logistics processes in a dynamic manufacturing environment. The role is ideal for a detail-oriented candidate with a strong background in managing inventory systems and supply chain logistics.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Develop and implement comprehensive inventory control programs, including training initiatives across departments.<br>• Create internal processes and reporting systems to ensure inventory accuracy and transparency.<br>• Conduct root cause analyses to identify and resolve systemic inventory errors, driving improvements within the organization.<br>• Collaborate with accounting to manage inventory costs and reconcile monthly reports.<br>• Execute cycle counting plans and oversee year-end fiscal inventory processes to guarantee accurate reporting.<br>• Partner with quality assurance teams to manage inventory adjustments related to product holds and scrap.<br>• Coordinate with purchasing teams to negotiate stocking levels and optimize lead times, ensuring cost-effective solutions.<br>• Work with manufacturing teams to establish effective staging and organizational practices that enhance inventory accuracy.<br>• Oversee all aspects of freight negotiations, both international and domestic, to select optimal vendors and shipment methods.<br>• Monitor vendor delivery schedules, address delays, and implement corrective actions to maintain on-time delivery.
  • 2026-01-14T22:19:09Z
Accounts Receivable Specialist
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 50000.00 - 53000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Full-Cycle Accounts Receivable (AR) Specialist to join our client's dynamic and growing accounting team. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated expertise in the entire AR process, including billing, collections, account reconciliation, reporting and collections. This position plays a crucial role in ensuring timely payments, maintaining customer relationships, and supporting overall financial performance within an industry heavily reliant on project-based accounting structures.</p><p><br></p><p>This a permanent placement opportunity offering paid time off, health insurance and competitive 401k match.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Generate and issue accurate invoices in line with contract terms and client agreements, ensuring compliance with industry and company standards.</li><li>Maintain detailed records of customer accounts and payments, ensuring up-to-date status and identifying potential issues early.</li><li>Proactively manage collections by contacting clients, researching past-due invoices, and negotiating payment plans where necessary to resolve outstanding balances.</li><li>Perform monthly reconciliations of accounts receivable ledgers against financial records to ensure accuracy and completeness.</li><li>Prepare detailed AR aging reports, cash flow forecasts, and other financial reports related to receivables for management review.</li><li>Build strong relationships with customers and internal teams to address billing or payment-related questions and ensure smooth communication on financial matters.</li><li>Ensure adherence to company policies, industry regulations, and GAAP standards in AR processing.</li><li>Identify opportunities to streamline AR processes and implement best practices to increase efficiency and accuracy.</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-01-13T22:08:39Z
Accounts Payable Specialist
  • Brookfield, WI
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 45000.00 - 55000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist for a Brookfield, Wisconsin area organization. In this role, you will handle various aspects of the accounts payable process, ensuring accurate and timely processing of invoices and payments. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, highly organized, and capable of maintaining compliance with financial regulations.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process invoices accurately and efficiently, ensuring proper coding and compliance with company policies.</p><p>• Conduct regular check runs to ensure timely payments to vendors and suppliers.</p><p>• Review and verify invoice details, including amounts and account codes, for accuracy.</p><p>• Collaborate with internal departments to resolve invoice discrepancies and payment issues.</p><p>• Maintain organized and up-to-date records of all accounts payable transactions.</p><p>• Prepare and analyze accounts payable reports for management review.</p><p>• Assist in month-end closing activities by reconciling accounts payable balances.</p><p>• Ensure adherence to financial regulations and company procedures.</p><p>• Support audit processes by providing necessary documentation and explanations.</p>
  • 2026-01-16T14:48:39Z
Bookkeeper
  • Libertyville, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 90000.00 - 100000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p><em>The salary range for this position is $90,000-$100,000 plus bonus, and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected].</em></p><p><br></p><p><strong>What You'll Do</strong></p><p>The primary purpose of this role is to effectively, efficiently, and ethically manage financial records, support tax preparation, and engage with clients as needed.</p><ul><li><strong>Bookkeeping & General Ledger:</strong> Maintain accurate and timely financial records by recording all transactions with proper categorization. Ensure daily reconciliation of entries and uphold a clean, organized, and up-to-date general ledger.</li><li><strong>Accounts Payable & Receivable:</strong> Manage accounts payable, process invoices, and ensure timely payments. Handle accounts receivable, including invoicing clients and monitoring collections.</li><li><strong>Financial Reporting:</strong> Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, including balance sheets and income statements, for management review.</li><li><strong>Bank & Credit Card Reconciliations:</strong> Perform daily reconciliations of bank and credit card accounts to ensure all transactions are accounted for and discrepancies are resolved promptly.</li><li><strong>Tax Preparation Support:</strong> Assist with the preparation and filing of various tax returns (e.g., federal, state, local) by gathering necessary financial documents and ensuring all required information is complete and accurate.</li><li><strong>Payroll Processing:</strong> Ensure accurate and timely processing of payroll for clients, including calculating wages, deductions, and benefits, and maintaining compliance with payroll regulations.</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-02-04T17:21:55Z
Billing Specialist
  • Mount Pleasant, WI
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 55000.00 - 60000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Billing Specialist for a Mount Pleasant, WI area organization. In this role, you will be responsible for managing billing operations, ensuring accuracy in financial transactions, and supporting project-related invoicing. This position offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic environment. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare and issue accurate billing statements for projects and services.</p><p>• Maintain and update billing systems to ensure timely invoicing and record-keeping.</p><p>• Verify and reconcile billing data to ensure accuracy and compliance with company standards.</p><p>• Collaborate with project teams to coordinate billing schedules and address any discrepancies.</p><p>• Monitor accounts receivable and follow up on outstanding payments.</p><p>• Generate financial reports related to billing and revenue.</p><p>• Assist with the implementation or updates of billing software as required.</p><p>• Respond to client inquiries regarding invoices and resolve any billing concerns.</p><p>• Support the finance team with other administrative tasks as needed.</p>
  • 2026-02-11T16:08:38Z
Payroll Administrator
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 72000.00 - 78000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Administrator for a Milwaukee, Wisconsin area organization. This role requires expertise in managing payroll processes and ensuring employees are compensated accurately and on time. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills and a thorough understanding of payroll systems and compliance regulations.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process and oversee full-cycle payroll operations to ensure timely and accurate employee payments.</p><p>• Manage payroll for organizations with 101-500 employees, ensuring compliance with company policies and legal requirements.</p><p>• Utilize ADP Workforce Now to execute payroll tasks efficiently and maintain accurate records.</p><p>• Prepare and post journal entries related to payroll transactions.</p><p>• Conduct regular reconciliations to verify payroll data and address discrepancies.</p><p>• Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll issues and resolve them promptly.</p><p>• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of federal, state, and local payroll regulations.</p><p>• Collaborate with the accounting department to ensure payroll aligns with financial reporting.</p><p>• Generate reports and provide insights for audits and internal reviews.</p>
  • 2026-01-14T14:08:43Z
Billing Coordinator
  • Port Washington, WI
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 55000.00 - 60000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Billing Coordinator for a Port Washington, WI area organization. This role is essential in ensuring accurate and efficient billing operations, supporting the organization's financial processes, and contributing to overall client satisfaction. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills and a commitment to maintaining precise records.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare and issue accurate invoices to clients in a timely manner.</p><p>• Manage accounts receivable processes, ensuring all payments are tracked and recorded properly.</p><p>• Reconcile billing discrepancies and resolve any client inquiries related to invoices.</p><p>• Maintain organized financial records and documentation for auditing and reporting purposes.</p><p>• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure billing accuracy and adherence to company policies.</p><p>• Generate reports using Microsoft Excel to analyze billing data and identify trends.</p><p>• Review and update billing procedures to improve efficiency and compliance.</p><p>• Monitor outstanding balances and follow up on overdue accounts.</p><p>• Assist in preparing financial summaries and reports for management review.</p>
  • 2026-01-23T14:19:00Z
Payroll Administrator
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 55000.00 - 63000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Robert Half is partnering with a West Allis area client in the recruiting for a Payroll Specialist to oversee the full-cycle weekly payroll processing for their multi-location business operations. The Payroll Administrator will play a vital role in ensuring timely and accurate payroll processing while maintaining compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong organizational skills, and possess a commitment to maintaining confidentiality and accuracy in all payroll functions.</p><p><br></p><p>This is a permanent placement opportunity offering full benefits package, paid time off and holidays and 401k match.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Process weekly payroll for multiple legal entities, ensuring accurate earnings, deductions, and tax withholdings.</li><li>Maintain and update all aspects of employee payroll information from new Hire to termination</li><li>Prepare, input, and validate payroll data, including hours worked, overtime, paid time off, bonuses, and other employee compensation details.</li><li>Ensure payroll practices comply with federal, state, and local labor laws, tax regulations, and company policies. Stay up to date with regulatory changes that impact payroll.</li><li>Prepare financial reports, summaries, and statements related to payroll.</li><li>Assist with monthly, quarterly, or year-end calculations of bonuses and other salary-based compensation.</li><li>Maintain accurate employee payroll records, tax documents, and wage summaries for all legal entities within the organization, ensuring compliance with data retention policies.</li><li>Partner with third-party vendors, such as benefits providers and government agencies, to address payroll-related matters. Arrange federal, state, and local tax filings and payments as required.</li><li>Additional duties includes workers compensation, unemployment and Osha</li></ul>
  • 2026-01-29T17:23:43Z
Payroll Specialist
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • - USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a dedicated Payroll Specialist to join our team in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. This is a Contract position, offering an opportunity to manage payroll operations and provide critical support during a transition period. The role requires expertise in payroll systems and processes, as well as familiarity with HR-driven administrative tasks.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process bi-weekly payroll for a staff of approximately 320 employees, projected to grow to 360 in the next school year.<br>• Manage payroll primarily for salaried employees, with a smaller percentage of hourly staff.<br>• Oversee payroll-related tasks such as stipends, benefits, deductions, and leave tracking.<br>• Audit employee pay schedules and payroll data to ensure accuracy and compliance.<br>• Maintain and update employee profiles in the payroll system, ensuring all records are current and correct.<br>• Support HR-related administrative duties tied to payroll, including onboarding and offboarding documentation.<br>• Contribute to improving payroll systems and processes, including assisting with the rollout of new platforms.<br>• Utilize Microsoft Excel for reporting and tracking payroll-related information.<br>• Ensure confidentiality and precision in handling payroll data and reporting.
  • 2026-02-09T21:13:53Z