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10 results for Accounting Manager 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
Accounting assistant
  • Madison, WI
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 23 - 27 USD / Hourly
  • <p>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.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Track daily attendance information based on employee call-ins and maintain accurate records.</p><p>• Enter financial data and journal entries into the accounting system as requested by the fiscal team.</p><p>• Prepare and process weekly bank deposits with accuracy and timeliness.</p><p>• Provide backup assistance for payroll activities, including monitoring payroll communications and resolving timesheet updates.</p><p>• Review and approve contract staff timesheets in agency portals and reconcile records with internal workforce data before completing weekly processing.</p><p>• Assist with monthly documentation and reporting needed to support contract compliance requirements.</p><p>• Draft clear correspondence for executive leadership while handling sensitive and confidential information appropriately.</p><p>• Coordinate meetings, travel arrangements, and general clerical support for senior leadership and administrative operations.</p><p>• Support records retention efforts through filing, archiving, and document organization while maintaining compliance with internal procedures.</p><p>• Contribute to continuous improvement efforts, adapt to updated technology and software tools, and attend onsite work and occasional business events as needed.</p>
  • 2026-10-09T00:00:00Z
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
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
Tax Manager - Public
  • Madison, WI
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 100000 - 140000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>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.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct the preparation and final review of a broad range of business and individual tax filings, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with applicable standards.</p><p>• Advise clients on tax planning strategies, technical issues, and practical solutions by conducting research and translating findings into clear recommendations.</p><p>• Oversee daily tax department operations, including assignment flow, due dates, budgets, invoicing, and effective use of team capacity.</p><p>• Supervise, coach, and assess tax professionals to strengthen technical skills, accountability, and overall team performance.</p><p>• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and referral sources while identifying opportunities to expand services and support business development efforts.</p><p>• Keep leadership and staff informed on engagement progress, emerging concerns, and priority items to promote timely decision-making and consistent service delivery.</p><p>• Balance billable hour goals with high standards for quality, responsiveness, and turnaround time across multiple engagements.</p><p>• Uphold ethical standards, safeguard confidential information, and contribute to process improvements that enhance departmental effectiveness.</p><p>• Support work related to financial statement preparation and review as part of overall client service responsibilities.</p>
  • 2026-09-18T00:00:00Z
Tax Manager - Public
  • Janesville, WI
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 100000 - 140000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>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.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee the review of individual, business, fiduciary, and related tax filings to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with applicable regulations.</p><p>• Serve as a primary point of contact for clients by addressing tax-related questions, requesting outstanding information, discussing planning strategies, and presenting completed returns.</p><p>• Coordinate engagement flow by assigning work across team members, balancing priorities, and keeping projects moving efficiently through completion.</p><p>• Provide coaching, feedback, and day-to-day guidance to tax team members to support skill development and strengthen team performance.</p><p>• Evaluate client situations to uncover tax-saving opportunities and deliver practical recommendations aligned with their financial goals.</p><p>• Track filing calendars and engagement milestones to help maintain on-time delivery during both peak and non-peak periods.</p><p>• Contribute ideas that enhance internal procedures, increase operational efficiency, and improve the overall client experience.</p><p>• Partner with firm leadership to manage workload distribution, maintain strong client relationships, and support departmental objectives.</p>
  • 2026-09-18T00:00:00Z
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
Tax Supervisor
  • Madison, WI
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 85000 - 105000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>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.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead assigned tax engagements from initial planning through final delivery for both business and individual clients.</p><p>• Organize project schedules, team assignments, budgets, billing activities, and due dates to keep engagements moving efficiently.</p><p>• Examine tax returns, financial statements, workpapers, and related files to confirm completeness, accuracy, and overall quality.</p><p>• Perform tax research, evaluate technical issues, and present practical recommendations to clients and internal leadership.</p><p>• Mentor and support staff and senior team members by providing training, direction, and constructive performance feedback.</p><p>• Maintain clear communication with clients and colleagues regarding project status, outstanding information requests, and upcoming deadlines.</p><p>• Resolve standard tax matters independently and bring more complex issues to managers or partners when needed.</p><p>• Strengthen client partnerships by delivering reliable service and recognizing opportunities for additional advisory or tax-related support.</p><p>• Meet utilization expectations while upholding confidentiality, integrity, and strong quality standards.</p><p>• Collaborate across teams to contribute to a cooperative, respectful, and service-focused work environment.</p>
  • 2026-09-18T00:00:00Z