<p><strong>AR Accountant in Beloit, WI. For immediate consideration, contact Jon Wright at 608-338-1052.</strong></p><p><br></p><p>Robert Half is looking for a detail-oriented Accounts Receivable Accountant to join a wholesale distribution organization in Beloit, Wisconsin. This position is responsible for maintaining accurate receivables activity, supporting steady cash flow, and resolving payment issues with customers in a timely and detail-focused manner. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to work cross-functionally while managing daily accounting tasks with accuracy.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee outstanding customer balances by reviewing aging activity, contacting accounts with past-due invoices, and driving prompt payment resolution.</p><p>• Track promotional programs, rebates, pricing agreements, and approved customer allowances while validating deductions against supporting documentation.</p><p>• Investigate disputed charges and submit claims related to freight, payment terms, short pays, and other receivable variances to recover funds efficiently.</p><p>• Partner with internal teams, customers, and external contacts to address account questions, remove barriers to payment, and keep transactions moving smoothly.</p><p>• Set up new customer records in company accounting and tax-related systems, ensuring documentation is complete and account information is entered correctly.</p><p>• Process card payments through the authorized online platform and record transactions accurately within financial records.</p><p>• Review customer account standing and credit thresholds before order release to confirm alignment with established terms.</p><p>• Enter customer return activity and issue credits accurately, ensuring all adjustments are completed within required timelines.</p><p>• Prepare daily deposits, apply incoming payments to the correct accounts, and perform routine bank reconciliations to identify and resolve discrepancies.</p><p>• Provide additional clerical and departmental support as needed to maintain efficient accounts receivable operations.</p>
<p>We are looking for a Staff Accountant to join our finance team. In this role, you will help maintain reliable financial records, contribute to the close process, and support accurate reporting across the organization. The ideal candidate brings strong accounting fundamentals, a careful eye for detail, and the ability to work effectively across routine operations and deadline-driven reporting cycles.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>• Record monthly journal entries, accruals, and other adjusting transactions to keep the general ledger accurate and up to date.</p><p>• Reconcile bank accounts, credit cards, and key balance sheet accounts while researching and resolving discrepancies promptly.</p><p>• Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing activities by preparing schedules and assisting with timely completion of required tasks.</p><p>• Contribute to the preparation of financial statements and related reports, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow summaries.</p><p>• Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable activities, including invoice review, payment tracking, and responses to vendor or customer questions.</p><p>• Provide documentation and account support for internal and external audit requests while helping maintain compliance with accounting standards.</p><p>• Partner with department leaders on budget-to-actual reporting, variance review, and special financial analyses as needed.</p><p>• Help monitor tax-related accounting activities, including support for corporate tax and sales tax reporting requirements.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Benefits: </strong></p><ul><li>Medical/dental/vision</li><li>401K</li></ul>
<p>A well-established manufacturing organization who is also on the GROW is seeking an experienced <strong>Accounting Specialist </strong>to support a growing finance team. This opportunity offers the chance to step into a highly visible role where you'll help strengthen critical accounting processes while working alongside a collaborative leadership team.</p><p><br></p><p>This position is ideal for someone who enjoys ownership of the AR process, thrives in a manufacturing environment, and can balance customer communication with strong attention to detail.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What You'll Do</strong></p><ul><li>Generate and distribute customer invoices</li><li>Manage accounts receivable aging and follow-up activities</li><li>Perform business-to-business collections</li><li>Apply customer payments and maintain accurate records</li><li>Reconcile customer accounts and resolve discrepancies</li><li>Support release of vehicle titles by ensuring customer payments are received and properly applied</li><li>Assist with month-end accounting activities as needed</li><li>Provide backup support for payroll, accounts payable, and other accounting functions when required</li><li>Maintain accurate documentation within the ERP system</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Why This Opportunity</strong></p><ul><li>Established organization with a strong reputation and long-term stability</li><li>Visible role with direct impact on business operations</li><li>Flexible work environment</li><li>Opportunity to expand responsibilities beyond traditional accounts receivable</li><li>Contract-to-hire path with long-term growth potential</li><li>Collaborative leadership team focused on improving processes and building a stronger finance organization</li><li>Compensation to align with experience offered</li></ul><p><br></p><p>If you're an accounting professional who enjoys owning the AR process, solving problems, and supporting a team during an exciting period of operational improvement, we'd love to connect with you. Apply today and connect with our team directly at (563) 359-3995!</p>