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9 results for Accountant in Madison, WI

Accounting Manager

Milton, Wisconsin
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Permanent / Full Time
105000 - 125000 USD / Yearly
Accounting Manager role with hybrid flexibility in Milton, WI. For immediate consideration contact Jon Wright at 608-338-1052. Robert Half is looking for an experienced Accounting Manager to oversee core accounting operations for a manufacturing company in Milton, Wisconsin. This role will guide the monthly close process, produce reliable financial reporting, and provide meaningful analysis that supports business decisions. The position also partners with operational and executive leaders, strengthens compliance practices, and helps build an efficient, high-performing accounting function. Responsibilities:• Direct daily corporate accounting activities and lead a timely, well-organized month-end close process.• Prepare and review monthly financial statements and management reports to ensure accuracy, consistency, and usefulness for leadership.• Maintain the general ledger by overseeing journal entries, account reconciliations, and proper application of U.S. GAAP.• Analyze financial results against budget and prior periods, identifying key variances and explaining business drivers.• Support annual budgeting and periodic forecasting by delivering financial data, trend analysis, and planning insight.• Oversee tax-related accounting activities and help ensure adherence to regulatory requirements and internal control standards.• Coordinate audit preparation and respond to requests from external auditors to support efficient financial statement audits.• Supervise and develop a small accounting team while promoting accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.• Work closely with plant controllers and company leadership to improve financial visibility, reporting quality, and decision-making.• Participate in process enhancements and operational changes that affect accounting workflows, including system-related updates when needed.
2026-09-21T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Madison, Wisconsin
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Permanent / Full Time
70000 - 95000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support accurate and timely financial reporting for operations in Madison, Wisconsin. This role works closely with the Controller and plays an important part in monthly close, account analysis, compliance reporting, and cash oversight. The ideal candidate brings strong accounting knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines while maintaining a high standard of accuracy. Responsibilities: • Prepare recurring financial packages, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow reports, along with the supporting reconciliations and audit-ready documentation. • Complete reporting submissions for outside agencies and stakeholders according to monthly, quarterly, and annual deadlines. • Compare actual results to budget expectations, highlight meaningful variances, and share practical recommendations with management. • Manage general ledger activity by recording journal entries, supporting period-end close, and maintaining accurate accruals, allocations, and work papers. • Reconcile bank accounts and key balance sheet accounts to ensure records are complete, accurate, and properly supported. • Monitor property cash positions, reserves, and escrows, and coordinate disbursements with Accounts Payable as needed. • Maintain fixed asset schedules and help ensure accounting records align with internal policies and accepted accounting standards. • Partner with external accountants during year-end activities by preparing schedules and documentation for audits and tax filings. • Identify opportunities to strengthen controls, improve accounting workflows, and document procedures to support consistency and efficiency. • Contribute to ad hoc reporting, spreadsheet analysis, and special projects assigned by leadership.
2026-09-03T00:00:00Z

Accounting assistant

Madison, Wisconsin
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Temporary / Contract
23 - 27 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounting Assistant to support administrative and fiscal operations for a non-profit organization in Madison, Wisconsin. This Long-term Contract position plays an important role in helping senior leadership stay organized while also assisting with accounting-related tasks and confidential administrative work. The ideal candidate is dependable, organized, and comfortable handling multiple priorities in a fast-paced office environment. Responsibilities:• Track daily attendance information based on employee call-ins and maintain accurate records.• Enter financial data and journal entries into the accounting system as requested by the fiscal team.• Prepare and process weekly bank deposits with accuracy and timeliness.• Provide backup assistance for payroll activities, including monitoring payroll communications and resolving timesheet updates.• Review and approve contract staff timesheets in agency portals and reconcile records with internal workforce data before completing weekly processing.• Assist with monthly documentation and reporting needed to support contract compliance requirements.• Draft clear correspondence for executive leadership while handling sensitive and confidential information appropriately.• Coordinate meetings, travel arrangements, and general clerical support for senior leadership and administrative operations.• Support records retention efforts through filing, archiving, and document organization while maintaining compliance with internal procedures.• Contribute to continuous improvement efforts, adapt to updated technology and software tools, and attend onsite work and occasional business events as needed.
2026-09-23T00:00:00Z

Tax Supervisor

Madison, Wisconsin
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Permanent / Full Time
85000 - 105000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Tax Supervisor to join a public accounting firm in Madison, Wisconsin. This role oversees a broad range of tax engagements for businesses and individuals, ensuring work is completed accurately, on schedule, and in line with high-quality standards. The position also plays an important part in guiding team members, supporting client relationships, and helping deliver responsive, high-quality tax services. Responsibilities:• Lead assigned tax engagements from initial planning through final delivery for both business and individual clients.• Organize project schedules, team assignments, budgets, billing activities, and due dates to keep engagements moving efficiently.• Examine tax returns, financial statements, workpapers, and related files to confirm completeness, accuracy, and overall quality.• Perform tax research, evaluate technical issues, and present practical recommendations to clients and internal leadership.• Mentor and support staff and senior team members by providing training, direction, and constructive performance feedback.• Maintain clear communication with clients and colleagues regarding project status, outstanding information requests, and upcoming deadlines.• Resolve standard tax matters independently and bring more complex issues to managers or partners when needed.• Strengthen client partnerships by delivering reliable service and recognizing opportunities for additional advisory or tax-related support.• Meet utilization expectations while upholding confidentiality, integrity, and strong quality standards.• Collaborate across teams to contribute to a cooperative, respectful, and service-focused work environment.
2026-09-18T00:00:00Z

Tax Manager - Public

Madison, Wisconsin
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Permanent / Full Time
100000 - 140000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Tax Manager to join our public accounting team in Madison, Wisconsin. This position plays a central role in guiding complex tax engagements, advising both business and individual clients, and helping ensure the department delivers high-quality work on schedule. The ideal candidate brings strong technical tax knowledge, leadership capability, and a client-focused approach that supports long-term relationships and continued firm growth. Responsibilities:• Direct the preparation and final review of a broad range of business and individual tax filings, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with applicable standards.• Advise clients on tax planning strategies, technical issues, and practical solutions by conducting research and translating findings into clear recommendations.• Oversee daily tax department operations, including assignment flow, due dates, budgets, invoicing, and effective use of team capacity.• Supervise, coach, and assess tax professionals to strengthen technical skills, accountability, and overall team performance.• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and referral sources while identifying opportunities to expand services and support business development efforts.• Keep leadership and staff informed on engagement progress, emerging concerns, and priority items to promote timely decision-making and consistent service delivery.• Balance billable hour goals with high standards for quality, responsiveness, and turnaround time across multiple engagements.• Uphold ethical standards, safeguard confidential information, and contribute to process improvements that enhance departmental effectiveness.• Support work related to financial statement preparation and review as part of overall client service responsibilities.
2026-09-18T00:00:00Z

Tax Manager - Public

Janesville, Wisconsin
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Permanent / Full Time
100000 - 140000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Tax Manager to join a client-focused accounting team in Janesville, Wisconsin. This role is suited for a detail-oriented tax specialist who can oversee return reviews, guide client engagements, and lead staff development with confidence. The position offers the chance to contribute to a collaborative environment while helping improve efficiency, service quality, and long-term departmental success. Responsibilities:• Oversee the review of individual, business, fiduciary, and related tax filings to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with applicable regulations.• Serve as a primary point of contact for clients by addressing tax-related questions, requesting outstanding information, discussing planning strategies, and presenting completed returns.• Coordinate engagement flow by assigning work across team members, balancing priorities, and keeping projects moving efficiently through completion.• Provide coaching, feedback, and day-to-day guidance to tax team members to support skill development and strengthen team performance.• Evaluate client situations to uncover tax-saving opportunities and deliver practical recommendations aligned with their financial goals.• Track filing calendars and engagement milestones to help maintain on-time delivery during both peak and non-peak periods.• Contribute ideas that enhance internal procedures, increase operational efficiency, and improve the overall client experience.• Partner with firm leadership to manage workload distribution, maintain strong client relationships, and support departmental objectives.
2026-09-18T00:00:00Z

Audit Supervisor

Madison, Wisconsin
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Permanent / Full Time
85000 - 105000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Audit Supervisor to join a public accounting team in Madison, Wisconsin. This role leads multiple assurance engagements from planning through final delivery while maintaining strong client communication and high-quality standards. The ideal candidate brings technical audit knowledge, leadership capability, and the ability to guide staff while balancing deadlines, budgets, and service expectations. Responsibilities:• Lead audit, review, and compilation engagements from initial planning through completion, ensuring each assignment stays on track and meets quality standards.• Organize project timelines, team assignments, budgets, and client deliverables to keep engagements moving efficiently and on schedule.• Examine workpapers, financial statements, and related reports to confirm completeness, accuracy, and consistency before final issuance.• Coach and support senior accountants, staff accountants, and interns by providing guidance, performance feedback, and day-to-day engagement direction.• Maintain clear communication with clients and internal leadership regarding progress updates, outstanding requests, and upcoming deadlines.• Resolve standard engagement issues independently and bring more complex technical or client matters to managers or partners when appropriate.• Strengthen client relationships through responsive service and recognize opportunities to expand service offerings or generate referrals.• Achieve utilization goals while upholding confidentiality, attention to quality, collaboration, and a strong commitment to excellence across the firm.
2026-09-18T00:00:00Z

Audit Manager - Public

Madison, Wisconsin
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Permanent / Full Time
100000 - 130000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Audit Manager to lead assurance engagements and deliver high-quality service to clients. This position plays a key role in guiding audits, reviews, and compilations while partnering with firm leadership to keep projects on schedule, within scope, and aligned with established standards. The ideal candidate brings strong technical judgment, effective client communication, and a commitment to developing team members in a collaborative public accounting environment. Responsibilities: • Direct multiple assurance engagements from initial planning through final delivery, including audits, reviews, and compilations for a range of clients. • Coordinate timelines, staffing assignments, budgets, and billing activities to keep engagements moving efficiently and meeting target deadlines. • Resolve advanced accounting, auditing, compliance, and internal control matters by applying sound judgment and technical expertise. • Review workpapers, financial statements, and related reports to confirm accuracy, completeness, and adherence to firm and regulatory standards. • Serve as a primary point of contact for clients, providing timely updates, addressing concerns, and building long-term working relationships. • Coach, supervise, and assess senior accountants, staff accountants, and interns while supporting their ongoing technical and career development. • Partner with firm leadership to improve engagement execution, maintain quality expectations, and support a productive team environment. • Recognize opportunities to expand client services and contribute to business growth through referrals and additional advisory support. • Meet utilization goals while upholding confidentiality, encouraging continuous learning, and supporting improvements to audit processes.
2026-09-18T00:00:00Z

Sr. Cost Accountant

Madison, Wisconsin
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Temporary to Hire
43.5385 - 50.413 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Cost Accountant to join a manufacturing-focused team in the Madison, WI area on a contract basis with the potential for a permanent position. This role will partner closely with operations and organizational leadership to strengthen cost visibility, address margin pressure, and identify opportunities to improve financial performance. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in manufacturing cost accounting and can translate detailed cost data into practical recommendations that support better operational decisions. Responsibilities:• Analyze product and production costs to identify margin trends, cost drivers, and areas of profitability improvement.• Partner with operations leaders to evaluate manufacturing performance and recommend actions that enhance efficiency and cost control.• Maintain and refine standard costing methods to ensure accurate inventory valuation and reliable product costing.• Prepare detailed cost analyses, variance reporting, and financial insights for leadership review and decision-making.• Monitor material, labor, and overhead spending to highlight deviations from expected results and support corrective action.• Support month-end and periodic close activities related to inventory, cost of goods sold, and manufacturing accounting.• Review costing processes and recommend improvements that strengthen reporting accuracy and operational visibility.• Collaborate across finance and plant teams to provide guidance on cost impacts tied to production and process changes.
2026-09-22T00:00:00Z