7 Results for Bookkeeper Jobs in Madison, WI

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Accountant

Madison, WI
remote
Temporary / Contract
30 - 33 USD / Hourly
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. Responsibilities:• Maintain accurate financial records by handling routine bookkeeping activities and keeping transactions properly organized within the accounting system.• Prepare and post journal entries to ensure monthly financial activity is recorded completely and correctly.• Manage customer billing and invoicing tasks, following up as needed to support timely and accurate payment collection.• Oversee accounts payable processing by reviewing, coding, and recording vendor invoices for prompt payment.• Monitor accounts receivable balances and update records to reflect incoming payments and outstanding items.• Complete bank reconciliations on a regular basis, researching discrepancies and resolving issues efficiently.• Use AppFolio to process accounting transactions, maintain financial data, and support consistent reporting workflows.
2026-10-02T00:00:00Z

Accountant

Madison, WI
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
70000 - 75000 USD / Yearly
Our Robert Half Madison team is seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant 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! Key Responsibilities:<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>
2026-09-30T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Madison, WI
onsite
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

Staff Accountant

Madison, WI
onsite
Temporary / Contract
0 - 0 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to provide essential accounting support for an engineering organization in Madison, Wisconsin. This Long-term Contract position focuses on maintaining accurate financial records, supporting daily accounting operations, and helping ensure timely completion of reconciliations and tax-related activities. The role offers an opportunity to contribute to a fast-paced environment where precision, consistency, and strong knowledge of core accounting practices are highly valued. Responsibilities: • Manage daily accounting activities by recording financial transactions and keeping the general ledger accurate and up to date. • Prepare and post journal entries with appropriate supporting documentation to maintain reliable financial records. • Perform account reconciliations regularly, investigate discrepancies, and resolve issues in a timely manner. • Support corporate tax and sales tax processes by organizing data, reviewing filings, and helping maintain compliance. • Assist with preparation of corporate tax return information and related accounting schedules. • Contribute accounting support during organizational system implementation efforts while maintaining continuity in day-to-day financial operations. • Collaborate with internal stakeholders to gather financial information and improve the accuracy of reporting and account analysis.
2026-10-04T00:00:00Z

Accounting assistant

Madison, WI
onsite
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.
2026-09-29T00:00:00Z

Accounting Manager

Milton, WI
onsite
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

Billing Specialist

Watertown, WI
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
52000 - 60000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Billing Specialist to support accurate and timely invoicing for an organization based in Watertown, Wisconsin. This position plays an important role in maintaining billing records, preparing customer statements, and helping ensure account activity is processed correctly. The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable working with computerized billing tools in a fast-paced office environment. Responsibilities: • Prepare and issue invoices with a high level of accuracy while following established billing procedures. • Review account activity, billing data, and supporting documentation to ensure charges are complete and correct. • Generate customer statements and distribute billing information according to scheduled deadlines. • Monitor outstanding balances and assist with collection-related follow-up to support timely payment. • Update and maintain records within computerized billing systems to keep account information current. • Investigate billing questions or discrepancies and work with internal teams to resolve issues efficiently.
2026-10-02T00:00:00Z

7 results for Bookkeeper in Madison, WI