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6 results for Accounting Director in Madison, WI

Accounting Manager
  • Milton, WI
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 105000 - 125000 USD / Yearly
  • <p><strong>Accounting Manager role with hybrid flexibility in Milton, WI. For immediate consideration contact Jon Wright at 608-338-1052.</strong></p><p><br></p><p>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.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct daily corporate accounting activities and lead a timely, well-organized month-end close process.</p><p>• Prepare and review monthly financial statements and management reports to ensure accuracy, consistency, and usefulness for leadership.</p><p>• Maintain the general ledger by overseeing journal entries, account reconciliations, and proper application of U.S. GAAP.</p><p>• Analyze financial results against budget and prior periods, identifying key variances and explaining business drivers.</p><p>• Support annual budgeting and periodic forecasting by delivering financial data, trend analysis, and planning insight.</p><p>• Oversee tax-related accounting activities and help ensure adherence to regulatory requirements and internal control standards.</p><p>• Coordinate audit preparation and respond to requests from external auditors to support efficient financial statement audits.</p><p>• Supervise and develop a small accounting team while promoting accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.</p><p>• Work closely with plant controllers and company leadership to improve financial visibility, reporting quality, and decision-making.</p><p>• Participate in process enhancements and operational changes that affect accounting workflows, including system-related updates when needed.</p>
  • 2026-09-21T00:00:00Z
Accountant
  • Madison, WI
  • remote
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 30 - 33 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for an experienced Accountant to support day-to-day financial operations for a growing organization. This contract opportunity offers a part-time schedule of approximately 20 to 25 hours per week with flexibility in how those hours are arranged, and the role may be performed remotely. The ideal candidate brings strong hands-on accounting experience, confidence managing core transactional processes, and MUST have previous experience in AppFolio.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Maintain accurate financial records by handling routine bookkeeping activities and keeping transactions properly organized within the accounting system.</p><p>• Prepare and post journal entries to ensure monthly financial activity is recorded completely and correctly.</p><p>• Manage customer billing and invoicing tasks, following up as needed to support timely and accurate payment collection.</p><p>• Oversee accounts payable processing by reviewing, coding, and recording vendor invoices for prompt payment.</p><p>• Monitor accounts receivable balances and update records to reflect incoming payments and outstanding items.</p><p>• Complete bank reconciliations on a regular basis, researching discrepancies and resolving issues efficiently.</p><p>• Use AppFolio to process accounting transactions, maintain financial data, and support consistent reporting workflows.</p>
  • 2026-10-02T00:00:00Z
Accountant
  • Madison, WI
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 70000 - 75000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Our Robert Half Madison team is seeking a detail-oriented <strong>Staff Accountant</strong> to support core accounting functions and help ensure accurate, timely financial reporting. This role is ideal for someone with a strong foundation in accounting, solid analytical skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy and confidentiality. Reporting directly to the CFO, the ideal candidate will have 2+ years of accounting experience. Please call 608-716-5643 and apply with your most up to date resume for consideration and more detail!</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare and maintain accurate financial records and support monthly financial reporting.</li><li>Reconcile bank accounts, balance sheet accounts, and other key general ledger activity.</li><li>Assist with the preparation of financial statements and ensure transactions are recorded in accordance with GAAP.</li><li>Process payroll and maintain accurate payroll-related records and submissions.</li><li>Support benefits-related accounting activities, including applicable uploads and related reporting.</li><li>Contribute to the annual audit process by preparing schedules and providing required documentation.</li><li>Partner with internal teams to support budgeting, financial analysis, and day-to-day accounting operations.</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-09-30T00:00:00Z
Audit Supervisor
  • Madison, WI
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 85000 - 105000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>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.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead audit, review, and compilation engagements from initial planning through completion, ensuring each assignment stays on track and meets quality standards.</p><p>• Organize project timelines, team assignments, budgets, and client deliverables to keep engagements moving efficiently and on schedule.</p><p>• Examine workpapers, financial statements, and related reports to confirm completeness, accuracy, and consistency before final issuance.</p><p>• Coach and support senior accountants, staff accountants, and interns by providing guidance, performance feedback, and day-to-day engagement direction.</p><p>• Maintain clear communication with clients and internal leadership regarding progress updates, outstanding requests, and upcoming deadlines.</p><p>• Resolve standard engagement issues independently and bring more complex technical or client matters to managers or partners when appropriate.</p><p>• Strengthen client relationships through responsive service and recognize opportunities to expand service offerings or generate referrals.</p><p>• Achieve utilization goals while upholding confidentiality, attention to quality, collaboration, and a strong commitment to excellence across the firm.</p>
  • 2026-09-18T00:00:00Z
Real Estate Accountant
  • Cottage Grove, WI
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 65000 - 75000 USD / Yearly
  • <p><strong>Real Estate Accountant on the east side of Madison, WI. For immediate consideration, contact Jon Wright at 608-338-1052.</strong></p><p><br></p><p>Robert Half is currently seeking an experienced Real Estate Accountant to support the financial operations of multiple affiliated entities on the east side of Madison, Wisconsin. This position is ideal for someone who is detail-oriented, proactive, and comfortable balancing day-to-day accounting tasks with monthly reporting responsibilities. The successful candidate will help maintain accurate records, manage cash activity, and ensure financial processes are completed on schedule and in line with established standards.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage accounting activity for several related real estate and business entities, ensuring records remain accurate and up to date.</p><p>• Review, code, and post financial transactions to the general ledger with proper supporting documentation.</p><p>• Oversee invoice processing and coordinate timely payment of accounts payable obligations.</p><p>• Monitor daily cash movement, reconcile bank activity, and maintain reliable cash management practices.</p><p>• Prepare journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations to support an efficient month-end close process.</p><p>• Produce monthly financial statements and related reports with a high level of accuracy and consistency.</p><p>• Assist with payroll-related accounting tasks and ensure entries are properly reflected in financial records.</p><p>• Help maintain accounting workflows in Sage 300 and Sage Timberline while supporting process improvements as needed.</p>
  • 2026-10-07T00:00:00Z
Audit Manager - Public
  • Madison, WI
  • onsite
  • 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.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct multiple assurance engagements from initial planning through final delivery, including audits, reviews, and compilations for a range of clients.<br>• Coordinate timelines, staffing assignments, budgets, and billing activities to keep engagements moving efficiently and meeting target deadlines.<br>• Resolve advanced accounting, auditing, compliance, and internal control matters by applying sound judgment and technical expertise.<br>• Review workpapers, financial statements, and related reports to confirm accuracy, completeness, and adherence to firm and regulatory standards.<br>• Serve as a primary point of contact for clients, providing timely updates, addressing concerns, and building long-term working relationships.<br>• Coach, supervise, and assess senior accountants, staff accountants, and interns while supporting their ongoing technical and career development.<br>• Partner with firm leadership to improve engagement execution, maintain quality expectations, and support a productive team environment.<br>• Recognize opportunities to expand client services and contribute to business growth through referrals and additional advisory support.<br>• Meet utilization goals while upholding confidentiality, encouraging continuous learning, and supporting improvements to audit processes.
  • 2026-09-18T00:00:00Z