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11 results for Accountant Entry Level in Milwaukee, WI

Accountant

Milwaukee, WI
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Permanent / Full Time
65000 - 75000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an Accountant to support day-to-day financial operations and help maintain accurate, timely records for the organization in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. This role combines core accounting work with member and chapter-related financial support, requiring strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities. The ideal candidate will contribute to month-end activities, assist with compliance reporting, and work closely with internal teams as well as external audit and tax partners. Responsibilities: • Oversee accounts payable activity by reviewing, processing, and maintaining accurate vendor payment records. • Prepare payroll-related journal entries and complete reconciliations to ensure payroll activity is properly reflected in the general ledger. • Reconcile bank accounts and designated funds regularly, investigating variances and resolving discrepancies in a timely manner. • Record monthly journal entries, perform account reconciliations, and support both month-end and year-end close activities. • Track cash movements and maintain reliable financial documentation to support reporting accuracy and operational visibility. • Process membership-related deposits, mailed credit card payments, and donation transactions while ensuring records remain current and accurate. • Respond to payment questions, issue approved refunds or account adjustments, and provide financial support to chapters, advocates, and coordinators. • Prepare and submit required state tax filings and nonprofit-related returns, while monitoring deadlines and maintaining regulatory compliance. • Partner with external auditors and outside accounting or tax advisors by assembling schedules, reconciliations, and supporting documentation for reviews and annual audits.
2026-06-15T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Clerk

Thiensville, WI
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Temporary / Contract
0 - 0 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to support a manufacturing organization in Wisconsin with high-volume invoice processing and payment operations. This long-term contract position is expected to run for at least 4-6 months and offers consistent hours in a business-casual setting. The role is ideal for someone who is highly organized, comfortable handling large amounts of transactional data, and able to keep accounts payable activities accurate in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: • Manage end-to-end accounts payable activities, including entering invoices, reviewing payment requests, and ensuring transactions are processed accurately. • Prepare and complete weekly check runs while helping maintain timely vendor payments and strong payment controls. • Record and validate key invoice details in the AP workflow system, including supplier information, invoice numbers, dates, amounts, currency, company codes, and purchase order references. • Process a high daily volume of invoices efficiently using OnBase while maintaining accuracy and consistency across entries. • Reconcile accounts payable records each day to identify discrepancies, resolve issues, and keep balances current. • Organize and maintain accounts payable documentation and filing processes so records remain accessible and audit-ready. • Create and share reports that highlight payment timing, patterns, and terms to support visibility into accounts payable performance. • Provide additional coordination support and assist with special projects in partnership with shared services leadership during team coverage gaps and internal operational changes.
2026-06-26T00:00:00Z

Senior Accountant

Waukesha, WI
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Permanent / Full Time
100000 - 110000 USD / Yearly
Robert Half is partnering with a growing construction company in the Waukesha County area to identify an experienced Senior Accountant for a key role on their corporate accounting team. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented accounting professional who combines strong technical accounting skills with a proactive, improvement-focused mindset. 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. The ideal candidate will bring a blend of public accounting foundation and 3+ years of industry experience, along with an interest in change management, process improvement, and long-term growth within a private equity-backed organization. This role is well suited for someone who enjoys partnering with operations, strengthening accounting processes, and helping support a business through continued expansion.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Partner with operational teams to review contract activity and apply appropriate revenue recognition treatment in accordance with ASC 606</li><li>Prepare and post monthly journal entries and complete reconciliations for key balance sheet and income statement accounts</li><li>Oversee fixed asset accounting, including asset setup, depreciation, retirements, and supporting schedules</li><li>Manage lease accounting activities under ASC 842 and identify opportunities to enhance processes, controls, and supporting systems</li><li>Coordinate documentation and schedules for external audits, tax filings, regulatory reviews, and other compliance-related requests</li><li>Assist in developing and maintaining accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls</li><li>Support preparation and review of financial statements, management reporting, budgets, and forecasts</li><li>Monitor cash activity and assist with cash flow forecasting</li><li>Analyze monthly financial results against budget and forecast, and communicate key variances and trends to leadership</li><li>Participate in special projects and recommend process improvements that drive efficiency, accuracy, and scalability</li></ul>
2026-06-24T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Milwaukee, WI
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Temporary / Contract
35 - 42 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to support key accounting activities for a Contract position based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. This role will focus on loan accounting, cash application, reconciliations, and financial reporting while helping maintain accurate records across banking and general ledger activity. The ideal candidate brings strong month-end close experience, sound judgment in resolving discrepancies, and the ability to manage detailed financial data in a deadline-driven environment. Responsibilities:• Manage the recording of loan funding activity, borrower payments, interest, and related charges within accounting and loan tracking platforms.• Perform recurring reconciliations between subledgers, bank records, and the general ledger to confirm accuracy and identify variances promptly.• Support the preparation of financial reporting materials for investors by compiling schedules and maintaining reliable supporting documentation.• Monitor debt-related requirements by calculating covenant metrics and preparing periodic compliance reporting.• Maintain reserve calculations associated with loan losses, including updates to estimates and related accounting support.• Review daily bank deposit information, prepare cash receipt records, and ensure incoming funds are posted to the correct project or funding source.• Investigate unapplied or unclear receipts by researching internal and external records, following up with relevant parties, and resolving open items in a timely manner.• Contribute to month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close by preparing reconciliations, audit support, and organized financial files for receivables and related transactions. • Proven experience in senior-level accounting work with responsibility for month-end close, journal entries, and general ledger accuracy.• Strong background in account reconciliation and bank reconciliation, with the ability to research and resolve discrepancies independently.• Hands-on knowledge of loan accounting or loan servicing activities, including payment application and agreement-related tracking.• Experience supporting debt compliance reporting, covenant calculations, or other borrowing-related accounting requirements.• Familiarity with daily cash receipts processing and accounts receivable activities in a multi-source funding environment.• Proficiency with Excel and accounting systems, including experience working with Abila MIP or comparable financial software.• Ability to organize detailed documentation, maintain accuracy under deadlines, and communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
2026-06-09T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Milwaukee, WI
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Permanent / Full Time
65000 - 80000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented and experienced Senior Accountant to join our team in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. This role is essential in maintaining the accuracy and integrity of our financial records, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and supporting key financial processes. The ideal candidate will bring strong analytical skills, a commitment to excellence, and a proactive approach to improving financial operations. Responsibilities: • Reconcile general ledger accounts monthly, review daily cash receipts, and perform quarterly reconciliation of subsequent receipts. • Prepare, record, and verify journal entries while identifying and resolving discrepancies within the general ledger. • Oversee and enhance internal controls, ensuring adherence to accounting procedures and practices. • Manage and maintain insurance policies, including requesting certificates of insurance as needed. • Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local financial reporting requirements, as well as organizational policies. • Create, analyze, and present monthly and ad-hoc financial reports to support decision-making processes. • Collaborate with internal and external auditors by preparing workpapers and documentation for audits. • Assist in the annual budgeting process, year-end close activities, and variance analysis. • Serve as a backup for accounts payable functions and provide general support to the Director of Finance and Analytics. • Update and maintain the department’s policy and procedure manual to reflect current practices.
2026-06-10T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Racine, WI
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Permanent / Full Time
85000 - 95000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to support a diverse client portfolio in Racine County, Wisconsin. This position is well suited for an accounting specialist who can oversee core financial activities, maintain high standards of accuracy, and build strong client relationships. The role offers the opportunity to contribute across reporting, compliance, operational improvement, and team support within a fast-paced public accounting environment. Responsibilities:• Prepare and examine journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and month-end financial reports for a range of client accounts.• Oversee accounting work for complex client structures, including franchise reporting needs and organizations with multiple entities.• Administer payroll activities, indirect tax submissions, and cash reconciliation tasks with close attention to deadlines and accuracy.• Evaluate financial records and supporting documentation to confirm completeness, reliability, and alignment with accounting requirements.• Contribute to the preparation and review of business and individual tax filings when needed.• Assist with audit requests, financial examinations, and ad hoc accounting assignments for client engagements.• Act as a trusted point of contact for clients by providing responsive communication and sound accounting guidance.• Partner with colleagues across teams to deliver consistent service, improve workflow coordination, and maintain a strong client experience.• Recommend and implement enhancements to accounting procedures, internal controls, and documentation standards, including the creation of standard operating procedures.• Provide guidance to team members who are new to the role and offer support in developing their technical skills and day-to-day accounting knowledge.
2026-06-23T00:00:00Z

Senior Project Accountant

Milwaukee, WI
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Permanent / Full Time
75000 - 95000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Senior Project Accountant to oversee the financial activity of a portfolio of rental housing projects in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. This role is responsible for maintaining accurate property-level accounting, supporting budgeting and cash planning, and delivering timely reporting for stakeholders and leadership. The position also plays a key role in compliance activities, audit coordination, and collaboration with operational teams to strengthen financial performance and resolve accounting issues across assigned projects. Responsibilities: • Maintain complete and accurate financial records for assigned properties, including rental revenue, operating costs, maintenance expenses, utilities, taxes, and other project-related transactions. • Prepare monthly journal entries for accruals, prepaid items, intercompany charges, payroll allocations, reimbursements, and other recurring accounting activity. • Oversee balance sheet activity by reconciling accounts, monitoring cash positions, and ensuring accounting treatment aligns with generally accepted accounting principles. • Administer banking transactions such as account transfers and positive pay activity while tracking restricted and unrestricted cash balances appropriately. • Monitor tenant receivables by documenting approvals, reviewing aging activity, and maintaining reserve calculations for uncollectible balances. • Partner with property managers, operations staff, investors, and external stakeholders to address subledger discrepancies, project concerns, and financial questions. • Contribute to annual budgets and ongoing forecasts by evaluating expected revenue, expenses, and cash flow trends and identifying opportunities to improve results. • Produce monthly financial statements and variance analysis for each project, giving leadership and stakeholders clear insight into operational and financial performance. • Support compliance obligations by reviewing governing agreements, establishing accounting procedures for new entities, managing project audits, completing required annual reporting, and recording construction draw activity when applicable.
2026-06-10T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Specialist

Milwaukee, WI
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Permanent / Full Time
50000 - 54000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to support daily financial operations for a growing organization in Brown Deer, Wisconsin. This position is ideal for someone who is highly organized, accurate with data, and confident handling vendor invoices and payment activity. The role will work closely with accounting personnel to keep payables current, reconcile records, and help maintain reliable financial documentation. Responsibilities: • Review incoming invoices for accuracy, assign the proper account coding, and enter them into the accounting system in a timely manner. • Manage the full invoice workflow from receipt through approval, ensuring payment deadlines are met and documentation is complete. • Prepare and process regular check runs while confirming payment amounts, vendor details, and supporting records. • Reconcile bank activity and related accounts to identify discrepancies and support accurate month-end reporting. • Communicate with vendors and internal teams to resolve billing questions, payment issues, and unmatched invoice items. • Maintain organized accounts payable files and ensure records are accessible for audits and internal review. • Monitor outstanding obligations and help keep the accounts payable ledger accurate and up to date.
2026-06-02T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Specialist

Oconomowoc, WI
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Permanent / Full Time
56000 - 65000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to support daily financial operations for an organization based in Oconomowoc, Wisconsin. This position is ideal for someone who is detail-oriented, organized, and confident handling high-volume invoice activity with accuracy. The role focuses on timely payment processing, maintaining clean records, and helping ensure vendor transactions are completed efficiently. Responsibilities: • Review incoming invoices for accuracy, assign proper accounting codes, and prepare them for entry into the payment system. • Process vendor invoices in a timely manner while maintaining complete and well-organized documentation. • Coordinate scheduled check runs and confirm that approved payments are issued according to company timelines. • Reconcile accounts payable records with vendor statements and investigate discrepancies to resolution. • Communicate with internal departments and external vendors to clarify billing questions and resolve payment concerns. • Maintain accurate financial data within the accounting system to support reporting and audit readiness.
2026-06-15T00:00:00Z

S&U Tax Accountant

Hartland, WI
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Temporary / Contract
0 - 0 USD / Yearly
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. Responsibilities: • Prepare and submit sales and use tax filings across multiple jurisdictions with a high level of accuracy and timeliness. • Maintain exemption certificates and organize tax records to support compliance and documentation needs. • Assist with audits, notices, and other tax-related reviews by gathering information and responding to requests. • Research indirect tax rules and track regulatory updates that may affect filing obligations or business practices. • Collaborate with accounting and operations teams to address tax questions, resolve discrepancies, and improve reporting accuracy. • Contribute to general accounting tasks such as reconciliations, journal entry support, and related financial analysis. • Participate in workplace safety initiatives through involvement with the company’s Safety Committee. • Provide support for insurance administration, reporting, and associated documentation as needed.
2026-06-26T00:00:00Z

Accounting Manager/Supervisor

Waukesha, WI
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Permanent / Full Time
120000 - 150000 USD / Yearly
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. Responsibilities: • Shape and carry out a shared services roadmap that aligns staffing, workflows, and systems with finance department goals. • Direct daily operations across accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, cash application, expense administration, and general ledger support to ensure reliable service delivery. • Lead the transition of appropriate accounting activities into a centralized service structure by creating consistent procedures, communication practices, and service expectations with plant locations. • Oversee monthly close activities, including review of subledgers, general ledger accuracy, and maintenance of the chart of accounts within the ERP environment. • Ensure vendors are paid accurately and on schedule while resolving invoice discrepancies, approval issues, and period-end cutoff matters. • Manage payroll administration and related compliance responsibilities, including tax filings, retirement funding support, and annual testing requirements. • Supervise treasury-related tasks such as cash position monitoring, bank reconciliations, wire activity, and intercompany balancing while identifying opportunities to streamline banking practices. • Maintain fixed asset and lease accounting records, monitor capital project capitalization, and prepare related journal entries and reconciliations. • Establish performance measures and drive process improvement initiatives that increase standardization, accuracy, and operational efficiency across shared services. • Recruit, coach, and develop team members while partnering with plant controllers, purchasing, and finance leaders to resolve issues and support strong cross-functional alignment.
2026-06-09T00:00:00Z