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13 results for Bookkeeper in Janesville, WI

Accountant

Loves Park, IL
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Temporary / Contract
30 - 40 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accountant to join a manufacturing organization in Loves Park, Illinois on a Long-term Contract basis. This position will play a key role in day-to-day accounting operations, supporting accurate financial reporting and strong balance sheet integrity. The ideal candidate brings hands-on accounting experience, works confidently in Excel, and can manage fixed asset activity alongside core general ledger responsibilities. Responsibilities: • Prepare and post journal entries to maintain accurate financial records across routine and period-end accounting activities. • Support monthly and quarterly close processes by reviewing account activity, resolving variances, and helping ensure timely reporting. • Reconcile bank accounts, balance sheet accounts, and other general ledger items to confirm completeness and accuracy. • Maintain the general ledger and assist with profit and loss reporting through careful review of financial data. • Oversee fixed asset accounting, including recording additions, tracking usage, calculating depreciation, and updating the asset register. • Perform asset reconciliations and help verify fixed asset inventory records to support accurate financial statements. • Collaborate with internal stakeholders on accounts payable and accounts receivable matters that affect ledger accuracy and reporting. • Use advanced Excel functions, including pivot tables and lookup tools, to analyze data and support accounting decisions.
2026-05-14T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Madison, WI
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Temporary / Contract
30 - 35 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Staff Accountant to support key financial activities for a Long-term Contract opportunity based in Madison, Wisconsin. This role is ideal for a detail-focused accounting specialist who can maintain accurate records, analyze financial data, and help keep reporting and compliance activities on track. The position offers the chance to contribute across core accounting functions while working in a collaborative environment. This is a part time position, great for anyone looking to earn additional income as the hours are flexible. - Pay is flexible depending on experience. **MUST RESIDE IN MADISON, WI OR SURROUNDING AREAS** **PART TIME POSITION*** Responsibilities:• Maintain accurate financial records and prepare routine and periodic reports that reflect the organization’s financial position.• Review account activity, reconcile balance sheet items, and investigate discrepancies to ensure reliable financial data.• Process day-to-day accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions while supporting timely payment and collection activities.• Record journal entries and manage general ledger updates in alignment with established accounting practices.• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis to support planning and operational decision-making.• Perform bank reconciliations, monitor cash activity, and help evaluate cash flow trends.• Support audit requests by organizing documentation and preparing schedules needed for internal or external review.• Prepare tax-related and regulatory filings, including corporate and sales tax support, in accordance with applicable requirements.• Use accounting platforms such as QuickBooks, PeopleSoft, Sage, or Xero, along with Excel, to manage data and reporting tasks.
2026-05-15T00:00:00Z

Accounting Assistant

Madison, WI
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Permanent / Full Time
52000 - 60000 USD / Yearly
Accounting Assistant role in Madison, WI. For immediate consideration contact Jon Wright at 608-338-1052. Robert Half is looking for an steady Accounting Assistant to join a well-respected law firm in downtown Madison. As the Accounting Assistant, you will be responsible for working with the rest of the accounting team on billing, invoicing, cash receipts, and other accounting work. The client is looking for someone who is a team player and excited to join a tenured team and be with for the long-term. Responsibilities:• Process client invoices and help maintain accurate, timely billing records in accordance with firm procedures.• Record daily cash receipts and apply payments correctly to customer accounts.• Assist with payroll preparation and related administrative tasks to help ensure employees are paid accurately and on schedule.• Support accounts payable and accounts receivable activities, including data entry, payment tracking, and follow-up on outstanding items.• Perform bank reconciliations and investigate discrepancies to maintain reliable financial records.• Maintain fixed asset records, including updates, tracking, and documentation for accounting purposes.• Use law firm-specific accounting software to enter, review, and manage financial information.• Work closely with internal staff to help keep accounting operations organized, compliant, and efficient.
2026-04-30T00:00:00Z

Credit Clerk

Hampshire, IL
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Permanent / Full Time
65000 - 75000 USD / Yearly
Credit & Collections Analyst RESPONSIBILITIES:Posts customer payments on a daily basis by recording checks, wire transfers, electronic payments and credit cards transactions.• Investigate delinquent accounts and contact customers to collect payments. Follow-up consistently to monitor the expected payment dates.• Review orders on hold for release.• Check references and run D&B reports for prospective new accounts.• Establish and review credit limits for new and existing customers.• Create weekly customer aging reports.• Print and e/mail requested statements and invoices to customers.• Investigate deductions and update deduction reports.• Process credit card payments.• Organize and maintain customer credit files.• Communicate issues with Sales Reps and Sales Management.• Perform other related duties as assigned by Credit Management QUALIFICATIONS:• Good communication skills and problem solving experience.• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.• Good organization skills.• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook.• Financial analysis experience a plus. Education & Work Experience • Associate’s Degree in Accounting is a plus WORK EXPERIENCEo 2+ Years as a Credit and Collections Specialist Medical, dental, vision, 401k and paid time off
2026-05-18T00:00:00Z

Accounting Specialist

Rockford, IL
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Temporary to Hire
24 - 28 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounting Specialist to join our team in Rockford, Illinois in a contract-to-permanent capacity. This role supports core financial operations by maintaining accurate records, assisting with routine accounting activities, and helping ensure reporting is completed on time. The ideal candidate is comfortable working across payables, receivables, billing, and reconciliations while using established processes to investigate and correct variances. Responsibilities: • Manage day-to-day bookkeeping tasks that support recurring accounting activities across daily, monthly, and annual cycles. • Process invoices, payments, and customer transactions while helping maintain accurate accounts payable and accounts receivable records. • Prepare and update financial and operational reports by compiling accounting, statistical, production, or technical data as needed. • Review account activity, identify discrepancies, and research issues to support timely resolution and accurate recordkeeping. • Perform reconciliations for assigned accounts to confirm balances, transactions, and supporting documentation are complete and correct. • Support billing operations by entering, reviewing, and verifying transaction details in accordance with established procedures. • Use Microsoft Excel to organize financial information, track activity, and assist with routine analysis and reporting. • Assist with inventory-related record checks, including cycle count support and related accounting adjustments when required.
2026-04-29T00:00:00Z

Accounts Receivable Clerk

Barneveld, WI
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Temporary / Contract
23 - 24 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounts Receivable Clerk to join a collaborative team in near Mt Horeb, Wisconsin. This Long-term Contract opportunity is well suited for someone who is detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable handling billing and payment activity in a fast-paced setting. The person in this role will support daily receivables operations, maintain accurate financial records, and work closely with colleagues across the organization to keep customer accounts up to date. **ON-SITE ONLY NO REMOTE OPTION** Responsibilities:• Prepare and issue customer invoices each day while ensuring billing information is accurate and complete.• Review daily credit card activity, reconcile payment reports, and record transactions properly.• Retrieve and process virtual card payments in a timely manner to support prompt account updates.• Verify supporting documentation for credit memos and chargebacks before entering adjustments.• Download incoming cash receipts and apply payments to the appropriate customer accounts.• Record credit card payments, complete refunds when needed, and update account balances accordingly.• Create customer credits and debits manually for approved account adjustments and returns.• Coordinate with team members and internal departments to resolve payment questions and maintain smooth receivables operations.• Assist with additional accounting-related tasks and administrative assignments as business needs required
2026-05-15T00:00:00Z

Accounting Manager

Waukesha, WI
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Permanent / Full Time
95000 - 120000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager to oversee financial operations related to accounts receivable and accounts payable in Waukesha, Wisconsin. This role involves managing daily transactions, ensuring compliance with financial regulations, and maintaining accuracy across all financial processes. The ideal candidate will work closely with the Controller to uphold strong internal controls and drive efficient workflows. 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. Responsibilities:• Supervise accounts receivable and accounts payable operations to ensure timely and accurate processing of transactions.• Prepare and analyze financial reports, including balance sheets, profit and loss statements, and other key documents to assess the company’s financial position.• Develop and implement internal control procedures to enhance financial reliability and compliance.• Lead month-end and year-end closing activities, ensuring accurate journal entries and reconciliations.• Collaborate with the Credit/Collections Analyst to manage overdue accounts and maintain effective collection strategies.• Identify and implement process improvements to optimize workflows and enhance system automation.• Facilitate sales tax audits and ensure compliance with exemption certificate records.• Assign and review tasks for accounting staff, ensuring adherence to policies and procedures.• Provide training and guidance to team members to improve performance and maintain high standards.• Address additional duties as required to support financial operations.
2026-05-05T00:00:00Z

Accounting Manager

Madison, WI
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Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 120000 USD / Yearly
Our Robert Half Madison team is seeking an experienced accounting professional with construction industry expertise to lead core accounting operations, support financial reporting, and provide insight into project and cost performance for one of our newer clients. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys balancing hands-on accounting work with process improvement, team support, and cross-functional partnership. For more information and to be considered, please call Aislynn at 608-716-5643! Responsibilities<ul><li>Oversee day-to-day accounting functions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger activity, bank reconciliations, and cash transactions.</li><li>Prepare and review journal entries, accruals, reclasses, and balance sheet reconciliations to support accurate month-end and year-end close.</li><li>Assist with financial statement preparation, budgeting, audit support, and variance analysis for management review.</li><li>Manage sales and use tax processes, including taxability review, invoice accuracy, and timely state filings.</li><li>Support project and cost accounting activities, including job costing, work-in-progress review, forecasting, overhead analysis, and closeout procedures.</li><li>Oversee billing and collections activities, maintain aging accuracy, and resolve customer invoicing discrepancies in a timely manner.</li><li>Supervise vendor invoice processing, payment accuracy, expense coding, and purchasing-related accounting support.</li><li>Partner with operations and project teams to strengthen reporting, improve processes, support ERP usage, and ensure accurate financial and project coding.</li></ul>
2026-05-04T00:00:00Z

Senior Accountant

Waukesha, WI
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Permanent / Full Time
100000 - 110000 USD / Yearly
Robert Half is partnering with a growing construction company in the Waukesha County area to identify an experienced Senior Accountant for a key role on their corporate accounting team. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented accounting professional who combines strong technical accounting skills with a proactive, improvement-focused mindset. 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. The ideal candidate will bring a blend of public accounting foundation and 3+ years of industry experience, along with an interest in change management, process improvement, and long-term growth within a private equity-backed organization. This role is well suited for someone who enjoys partnering with operations, strengthening accounting processes, and helping support a business through continued expansion.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Partner with operational teams to review contract activity and apply appropriate revenue recognition treatment in accordance with ASC 606</li><li>Prepare and post monthly journal entries and complete reconciliations for key balance sheet and income statement accounts</li><li>Oversee fixed asset accounting, including asset setup, depreciation, retirements, and supporting schedules</li><li>Manage lease accounting activities under ASC 842 and identify opportunities to enhance processes, controls, and supporting systems</li><li>Coordinate documentation and schedules for external audits, tax filings, regulatory reviews, and other compliance-related requests</li><li>Assist in developing and maintaining accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls</li><li>Support preparation and review of financial statements, management reporting, budgets, and forecasts</li><li>Monitor cash activity and assist with cash flow forecasting</li><li>Analyze monthly financial results against budget and forecast, and communicate key variances and trends to leadership</li><li>Participate in special projects and recommend process improvements that drive efficiency, accuracy, and scalability</li></ul>
2026-05-05T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Verona, WI
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Permanent / Full Time
75000 - 105000 USD / Yearly
Join a team where inventory accounting drives smart business decisions! If you enjoy digging into details, solving discrepancies, and partnering across operations to improve accuracy and visibility, this opportunity offers a strong mix of accounting ownership, analysis, and cross-functional collaboration in a dynamic environment. Our Robert Half Madison team is seeking an experienced Sr. Accountant to support inventory close activities, reconciliations, valuation analysis, and operational partnership for a growing organization. This role is based near Verona, Wisconsin. Responsibilities<ul><li>Own inventory-related month-end close activities, including journal entries, accruals, roll-forwards, and other general ledger support.</li><li>Reconcile inventory subledger activity to the general ledger each month and investigate and resolve variances in a timely manner.</li><li>Review inventory transaction flows to ensure financial activity is recorded accurately and assess the accounting impact of process changes or system updates.</li><li>Perform cost accounting activities such as standard cost analysis, purchase price variance review, and inventory reserve calculations, including excess/obsolete and lower of cost or net realizable value adjustments.</li><li>Track inventory adjustments, help define accountability across adjustment categories, monitor key trends, and forecast monthly financial impact.</li><li>Partner with distribution, inventory, supply chain, procurement, and logistics teams to improve inventory visibility, support landed cost accuracy, and troubleshoot warehouse management system issues.</li><li>Assist with cycle counts, annual physical inventory, shrink analysis, and root cause investigations related to unusual gains or losses.</li><li>Prepare support for internal and external audits while identifying opportunities to automate manual processes and strengthen controls, including SOX compliance.</li></ul>
2026-05-04T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Hampshire, IL
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Permanent / Full Time
75000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to support core accounting operations and ensure timely, accurate financial reporting for assigned entities in Hampshire, Illinois. This role will manage key close activities, maintain general ledger integrity, and partner with business stakeholders on cash flow visibility and account analysis. The ideal candidate brings strong month-end close experience, sound judgment with journal entries and reconciliations, and a proactive approach to improving accuracy across daily accounting activities. Responsibilities:• Lead the month-end close cycle for designated companies, ensuring deadlines are met and financial records are complete.• Maintain general ledger activity by reviewing, updating, and reconciling transactions related to revenue, payroll, and operating costs.• Prepare and record journal entries for accruals, deferrals, prepaid expenses, and other routine accounting adjustments.• Apply consistent account coding practices to support accurate expense reporting and alignment with the established chart of accounts.• Provide oversight to daily and weekly cash application and bank reconciliation work performed by offshore accounting support.• Review short-term cash flow projections and accounts payable coding each week in coordination with member company controllers.• Complete monthly balance sheet reconciliations for accounts such as prepaids, accrued liabilities, and corporate card activity.• Investigate discrepancies, resolve reconciling items, and help strengthen the accuracy of financial data across the close process. Medical, Dental, Vision 401k and paid time off
2026-05-14T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Loves Park, IL
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Permanent / Full Time
75000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to support core financial operations in Rosemont, Illinois. This role is responsible for maintaining accurate records, delivering timely financial reporting, and helping leadership understand financial performance through clear analysis. The ideal candidate brings strong general ledger expertise, sound judgment, and the ability to improve accounting processes while supporting audit and compliance needs. Responsibilities:• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and review account activity to identify trends, discrepancies, and unusual variances.• Oversee general ledger activity by posting and reviewing journal entries, reconciling balance sheet accounts, and ensuring records remain accurate and complete.• Perform account, bank, and subledger reconciliations and resolve outstanding items in a timely manner.• Support internal and external audit activities by organizing schedules, compiling documentation, and responding to information requests.• Contribute to budgeting and forecasting efforts through financial analysis, cost review, and reporting that supports business planning.• Help maintain compliance with accounting standards, tax requirements, and internal financial controls.• Partner with accounting team members to guide daily work, share best practices, and provide support on complex accounting matters.• Recommend and implement improvements that strengthen reporting accuracy, streamline close activities, and enhance overall efficiency. Salary: $75,000-$85,000Benefits<ul><li>Medical/Dental/vision</li><li>401K </li></ul>
2026-05-18T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Loves Park, IL
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Temporary / Contract
30 - 45 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to support key accounting operations for a manufacturing organization. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who can manage core financial close activities, maintain accurate records, and help ensure the integrity of day-to-day accounting processes. The role will contribute to timely reporting, strong balance sheet oversight, and effective control of expenditures. Responsibilities: • Lead monthly close activities by preparing schedules, reviewing financial data, and helping ensure reporting deadlines are met • Maintain the general ledger by recording, analyzing, and validating financial transactions for accuracy and completeness • Prepare and post journal entries with appropriate supporting documentation and alignment to accounting standards • Perform account reconciliations on a recurring basis and investigate discrepancies to resolution • Complete bank reconciliations by matching transactions, identifying variances, and correcting outstanding items • Monitor expenditures and review spending activity to help maintain budget awareness and financial control • Support financial reporting by organizing account activity and providing reliable data for management review • Partner with internal stakeholders to resolve accounting issues and improve the consistency of financial processes
2026-05-15T00:00:00Z