<p><strong><u>Sr. Accountant needed near McFarland! </u></strong></p><p><br></p><p>Our Madison Robert Half team has partnered on an exciting opportunity for a Sr. Accountant near McFarland. Reporting to the Accounting Manager, this role involves ensuring accurate financial transactions, assisting with research and analysis, and supporting month and year-end. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting and a full understanding of the accounting process. A CPA designation is preferred as well as experience within the manufacturing industry! 📞 Call <strong>608-716-5643</strong> today for consideration and more details!</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Responsibilities:</u></strong></p><ul><li>Lead month-end and year-end close activities, including preparing journal entries, completing general ledger reconciliations, and coordinating across finance teams to ensure accurate and timely reporting</li><li>Perform account analysis and review financial statements, identify discrepancies, resolve issues, and improve reporting accuracy</li><li>Manage fixed asset accounting, including construction-in-progress oversight and support for international financial operations</li><li>Support external audits by preparing schedules, organizing documentation, and ensuring timely completion of audit requirements</li><li>Drive accounting process improvements, support budgeting and variance analysis, and serve as a key resource for ERP, reporting, and finance-related projects</li></ul>
<p>Robert Half Madison is looking for an <strong>Accounting Manager</strong> to lead all finance and accounting operations for a construction company on the east side. This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for both <strong>transactional accounting </strong>and <strong>strategic financial oversight</strong>. Preferred experience will include strong construction accounting experience, including a deep understanding of AIA billing. For consideration, please apply with your most up to date resume and call 608-716-5643!</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Responsibilities</u></strong></p><ul><li>Oversee the full finance and accounting function, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, general ledger, month-end close, and financial reporting.</li><li>Manage and review AIA billing processes, ensuring accurate application billing, lien waiver support, and timely customer invoicing.</li><li>Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, and provide leadership with meaningful analysis on company performance, job profitability, and cash flow.</li><li>Partner with project managers and operational leaders to monitor project costs, budgets, work-in-progress schedules, and contract performance.</li><li>Maintain internal controls, ensure compliance with accounting policies, and support external audits, tax preparation, and regulatory reporting requirements.</li><li>Lead cash management, forecasting, and budgeting efforts while identifying opportunities to improve financial processes and support business growth.</li></ul><p><br></p>
We are looking for a Financial Planning & Analysis Manager to support strategic transactions and serve as a key finance partner for corporate development initiatives in Waukesha, Wisconsin. This role will guide financial planning, diligence, and post-close activities across acquisitions, divestitures, and investments while collaborating with accounting, treasury, tax, legal, and audit stakeholders. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical judgment, transaction experience, and the ability to coordinate complex finance workstreams in a public company environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Serve as the central finance contact for corporate development activities, aligning deliverables across accounting, treasury, FP& A, and business unit finance teams.<br>• Lead finance priorities for acquisitions, divestitures, and strategic investment projects, ensuring key milestones are supported according to transaction schedules.<br>• Evaluate deal-related accounting, financial reporting, and control considerations during diligence and transaction planning, and help resolve related issues.<br>• Work closely with treasury to assess funding strategies, liquidity needs, cash flow effects, and capital structure implications tied to transactions.<br>• Coordinate contributions from tax, legal, internal audit, and external advisory partners to help drive efficient execution and regulatory compliance.<br>• Support public company reporting and governance expectations by maintaining adherence to internal accounting policies, reporting standards, and control requirements.<br>• Oversee post-close finance activities such as inventory verification, purchase accounting updates, general ledger alignment, working capital reviews, and integration into recurring close cycles.<br>• Monitor transaction-related items including earn-outs, escrows, holdbacks, and transition service accounting, ensuring accurate tracking, reconciliation, and reporting.<br>• Partner with internal audit and finance leadership to incorporate acquired businesses into the company’s control framework and address identified control gaps.<br>• Identify opportunities to improve processes, standardize transaction support activities, and enhance financial analysis for post-transaction performance monitoring.
We are looking for an experienced accounting leader to oversee shared services operations and provide dependable financial support for the broader finance organization in Wisconsin. This position guides key transactional accounting activities, strengthens month-end close performance, and partners with finance leadership to improve how work is delivered across teams. The role also plays an important part in building efficient processes, supporting accurate reporting, and developing a high-performing staff.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Shape and carry out a shared services roadmap that aligns staffing, workflows, and systems with finance department goals.<br>• Direct daily operations across accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, cash application, expense administration, and general ledger support to ensure reliable service delivery.<br>• Lead the transition of appropriate accounting activities into a centralized service structure by creating consistent procedures, communication practices, and service expectations with plant locations.<br>• Oversee monthly close activities, including review of subledgers, general ledger accuracy, and maintenance of the chart of accounts within the ERP environment.<br>• Ensure vendors are paid accurately and on schedule while resolving invoice discrepancies, approval issues, and period-end cutoff matters.<br>• Manage payroll administration and related compliance responsibilities, including tax filings, retirement funding support, and annual testing requirements.<br>• Supervise treasury-related tasks such as cash position monitoring, bank reconciliations, wire activity, and intercompany balancing while identifying opportunities to streamline banking practices.<br>• Maintain fixed asset and lease accounting records, monitor capital project capitalization, and prepare related journal entries and reconciliations.<br>• Establish performance measures and drive process improvement initiatives that increase standardization, accuracy, and operational efficiency across shared services.<br>• Recruit, coach, and develop team members while partnering with plant controllers, purchasing, and finance leaders to resolve issues and support strong cross-functional alignment.
We are looking for a detail-oriented S& U Tax Accountant to join a retail organization in Hartland, Wisconsin on a Contract basis. This position focuses on supporting multi-state sales and use tax compliance while contributing to broader accounting activities that help maintain accurate financial operations. The role is fully onsite during standard business hours and offers the opportunity to work closely with accounting and operational partners in a collaborative environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare and submit sales and use tax filings across multiple jurisdictions with a high level of accuracy and timeliness.<br>• Maintain exemption certificates and organize tax records to support compliance and documentation needs.<br>• Assist with audits, notices, and other tax-related reviews by gathering information and responding to requests.<br>• Research indirect tax rules and track regulatory updates that may affect filing obligations or business practices.<br>• Collaborate with accounting and operations teams to address tax questions, resolve discrepancies, and improve reporting accuracy.<br>• Contribute to general accounting tasks such as reconciliations, journal entry support, and related financial analysis.<br>• Participate in workplace safety initiatives through involvement with the company’s Safety Committee.<br>• Provide support for insurance administration, reporting, and associated documentation as needed.
We are looking for a Plant Controller to oversee the financial direction of our manufacturing operation in Ixonia, Wisconsin. This role will guide core accounting activities, deliver accurate financial insights, and partner closely with leadership to support sound business decisions. The ideal candidate brings strong experience in manufacturing finance, especially in cost and inventory accounting, along with a practical approach to improving reporting and planning through modern technology.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct day-to-day accounting activities across the plant, including ledger oversight, financial reporting, payables, receivables, and coordination of payroll-related processes.<br>• Lead the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close cycle, ensuring timely completion and accuracy of financial results.<br>• Produce and interpret financial statements and operational reports to help leadership evaluate performance and make informed decisions.<br>• Manage manufacturing cost accounting processes such as standard costing, inventory valuation, and analysis of production variances.<br>• Review inventory and product cost data to identify margin trends, cost drivers, and opportunities to improve profitability.<br>• Partner with plant and operations leaders to strengthen cost control, increase efficiency, and support continuous improvement efforts.<br>• Drive the annual budgeting process and maintain regular forecasting activities to align financial plans with business performance.<br>• Enhance reporting tools, automation, and business intelligence capabilities, including the use of cloud-based and AI-enabled solutions where appropriate.<br>• Coordinate audit preparation, support external accounting partners, and uphold compliance with company policies and financial controls.<br>• Coach and support accounting staff while promoting accountability, accuracy, and ongoing development.
<p>We are looking for a strategic finance leader to support operations and supply chain performance for a growing architectural metals business based in Waukesha, Wisconsin. This role partners closely with cross-functional leaders to guide planning, improve visibility into financial results, and turn complex data into practical business recommendations. The position offers the opportunity to influence decision-making across multiple sites and brands within a well-established public company environment.</p><p><br></p><p>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.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct annual budgeting, recurring forecasting, and long-range financial planning activities for operations and supply chain functions across a multi-site organization.</p><p>• Deliver timely analysis of spending, productivity, and business performance to help leaders make informed decisions and improve financial outcomes.</p><p>• Build and refine reporting tools, dashboards, and data models using Power BI and related systems to strengthen insight into key operational and financial trends.</p><p>• Partner with manufacturing, supply chain, and finance leadership to identify cost improvement opportunities, monitor performance drivers, and support operational efficiency initiatives.</p><p>• Lead monthly and quarterly financial reviews, highlighting variances, risks, and opportunities with clear recommendations for action.</p><p>• Oversee and develop a small team that includes finance managers and controllers, fostering accountability, collaboration, and strong analytical execution.</p><p>• Support system and reporting integration efforts, including the use of SAP and related planning platforms, to improve consistency, accuracy, and accessibility of financial information.</p><p>• Contribute financial leadership to strategic projects such as business assessments, process improvement efforts, and potential acquisition-related analysis when needed.</p>
<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>
<p><strong>For Immediate consideration contact Courtney Syverson, Recruiting Manager at 608-259-1164</strong></p><p><br></p><p>We are looking for an experienced Operations Controller to support manufacturing operations in Wisconsin. In this role, you will partner with site and operations leaders to translate financial data into actionable recommendations that improve performance, strengthen profitability, and support informed decision-making. This position combines day-to-day operational finance leadership with broader analytical insight in a fast-paced production environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Partner with plant leadership and operations stakeholders to evaluate financial and operational results and recommend actions that improve efficiency and margin performance.</p><p>• Prepare and review budgets, forecasts, and performance reports, providing clear analysis of trends, variances, and key business drivers.</p><p>• Monitor manufacturing KPIs and investigate gaps between actual and expected results to support timely corrective action.</p><p>• Lead standard cost activities, including cost updates, pricing analysis, and ongoing review of cost accuracy within the plant environment.</p><p>• Support month-end close processes by ensuring financial results are complete, accurate, and aligned with reporting requirements.</p><p>• Develop financial models and scenario analyses that help leadership assess business options, operational changes, and performance risks.</p><p>• Strengthen internal controls and compliance practices while supporting effective risk management across finance and operations activities.</p><p>• Contribute to finance and operational improvement projects, working with local leadership and broader controller teams to implement practical solutions.</p>