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Accounting Manager

Milton, WI
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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

Administrative Assistant

Lake Geneva, WI
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Permanent / Full Time
50000 - 65000 USD / Yearly
Robert Half is looking for an Administrative Assistant for a Lake Geneva, WI area organization. In this role, you will provide essential administrative support, manage billing processes, and ensure smooth office operations. This position is ideal for someone who excels in organization, thrives in a fast-paced setting, and enjoys working collaboratively in an environment that values attention to detail. Responsibilities:• Provide comprehensive administrative support to ensure daily office operations run efficiently.• Manage billing processes, including preparing, reviewing, and distributing invoices.• Maintain accurate records and documentation for client accounts and internal operations.• Communicate effectively with clients and team members to address inquiries and resolve issues.• Oversee office management tasks such as scheduling meetings, organizing files, and ordering supplies.• Utilize billing software to generate statements and ensure timely processing of payments.• Assist in drafting and updating administrative policies and procedures.• Coordinate with team members to ensure deadlines and project milestones are met.• Handle confidential information with a high degree of discretion.• Identify opportunities to improve administrative workflows and suggest practical solutions.
2026-09-23T00:00:00Z

Administrative Assistant

Milwaukee, WI
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Temporary to Hire
27 - 29 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Administrative Assistant to support trust administration operations within a financial services environment. This contract position has the potential to become permanent, is fully onsite, and offers the opportunity to contribute to a team that manages sensitive client matters, financial records, and administrative workflows. The role works closely with trust officers and related internal teams to keep account activity, reporting, and documentation accurate, timely, and well organized. Responsibilities: • Provide daily administrative support for trust administration activities while coordinating closely with trust officers on assigned tasks and follow-up items. • Handle annuity activity and other manually tracked asset transactions, ensuring records are updated accurately and values are maintained appropriately. • Coordinate with internal partner groups, including case management, wealth management, settlement, pooled trusts, and other support teams, to ensure continuity of service and coverage. • Review insurance documentation, organize statements, and assist with policy oversight through external insurance vendors. • Support account administration by helping open brokerage relationships, establish online access, maintain data feeds, and update authorized signer details with investment partners. • Assist with management of card-based account tools by opening or closing cards, preparing usage reports, and helping monitor risk-related activity. • Prepare board-related materials and administrative reports, and assist with trust accounting reporting requests as business needs arise. • Help maintain specialized files and systems that require additional access tools, and support software or mailing updates tied to trust administration processes. • Provide guidance and cross-training to newer team members and contribute to committee work or special departmental initiatives as assigned.
2026-10-09T00:00:00Z

Accountant

Oconomowoc, WI
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Permanent / Full Time
60000 - 70000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an Accountant to support daily financial operations for a growing organization in Oconomowoc, Wisconsin. This opportunity is well suited for someone who is eager to build hands-on experience across core transactional and reconciliation activities. The position offers exposure to both payables and receivables while contributing to accurate records, timely reporting, and smooth month-end processing. Responsibilities:• Process vendor invoices, verify supporting documentation, and help ensure payments are completed accurately and on schedule.• Record customer payments, monitor outstanding balances, and assist with maintaining organized receivables activity.• Prepare and post journal entries to keep the general ledger current and properly supported.• Complete bank account reconciliations and investigate discrepancies to maintain accurate cash records.• Perform account reconciliations for assigned balance sheet and income statement accounts, resolving variances promptly.• Assist with month-end close tasks by organizing financial data and supporting the preparation of routine reports.• Maintain orderly accounting records and documentation to support audits, reviews, and internal controls.
2026-10-07T00:00:00Z

Executive Assistant

Milwaukee, WI
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Permanent / Full Time
70000 - 82000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a highly organized Executive Assistant to support daily administrative operations for an organization in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. This role is ideal for someone who can manage competing priorities, maintain accurate documentation, and help leaders stay prepared for meetings and scheduling demands. The position offers the opportunity to contribute to a well-organized office environment through strong coordination, communication, and administrative support. Responsibilities:• Coordinate complex calendars, schedule appointments, and help ensure leadership time is managed effectively.• Prepare meeting materials, organize agendas, and support follow-up on action items after discussions conclude.• Process and track expense submissions with attention to accuracy, deadlines, and company guidelines.• Create, edit, and format documents, spreadsheets, and presentations using Microsoft Office 365 tools.• Provide day-to-day administrative support by handling correspondence, organizing records, and assisting with office workflows.• Arrange meetings and related logistics, including room coordination, materials preparation, and schedule updates.• Maintain organized files and documentation so important information can be retrieved quickly when needed.
2026-09-22T00:00:00Z

Accounting Manager/Supervisor

Sussex, WI
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Permanent / Full Time
125000 - 140000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager to lead accounting operations for a manufacturing organization in Waukesha County. This role is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, guiding month-end activities, and delivering clear reporting that supports business decisions. The ideal candidate will combine strong technical accounting knowledge with leadership ability, helping the team meet deadlines, strengthen processes, and support collaboration across departments. Responsibilities:• Direct daily accounting operations, including oversight of the general ledger, journal entry activity, account reconciliations, and the timely completion of financial reporting.• Prepare and evaluate monthly and periodic financial results, identifying variances, unusual movements, and key business drivers for leadership review.• Maintain reliable internal controls across financial reporting, inventory, and related accounting procedures to support accuracy and compliance.• Utilize the company ERP platform and reporting tools to interpret financial and operational data and provide meaningful analysis.• Apply advanced Excel capabilities, such as pivot tables, lookup formulas, data validation, and basic modeling techniques, to improve reporting and decision support.• Supervise accounting personnel and oversee accounts receivable activities to ensure work is completed accurately and on schedule.• Delegate assignments, monitor progress, review completed work, and provide coaching and training to strengthen team performance.• Foster accountability through clear expectations, constructive feedback, and consistent follow-through with staff members.• Contribute as a hands-on leader by balancing day-to-day accounting execution with process enhancements and effective communication across functions.
2026-10-07T00:00:00Z

Bookkeeper/Staff Accountant

Brookfield, WI
remote
Permanent / Full Time
75000 - 80000 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is $75,000 - $70,000 plus bonus, and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected]. We are seeking a detail-oriented, highly organized, and proactive Full-Charge Bookkeeper to take ownership of the day-to-day accounting operations of our business. This role is responsible for managing the complete accounting cycle, maintaining accurate financial records, supporting month-end close, and providing management with reliable financial information for decision-making. Job Description:• Maintaining the general ledger and ensuring all financial transactions are accurately recorded. Comfortable making journal entries, reconciling balance sheet accounts, variance analysis monthly, maintaining fixed asset schedules, prepaid expense and accrual accounting concepts and firm understanding of revenue recognition• Managing full-cycle accounts payable including processing vendor invoices, coding expenses, and maintaining vendor records (including W9 file retention and 1099 issuance), monitoring aged AP and credits• Managing full-cycle accounts receivable including generating and issuing customer invoices, payment application and deposits, monitoring aged AR and credits• Working with our HR service provider on bi-weekly payrolls and recording payroll entries in our financial system. • Perform bank and credit card matching within financial software• Maintaining organized, supporting documentation for financials accounts• Assisting with gathering documentation for tax preparation and external accountant requests• Making changes to client account financial information in the company proprietary software
2026-09-23T00:00:00Z

Bookkeeper

Libertyville, IL
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Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is $90,000-$100,000 plus bonus, and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected]. What You'll DoThe primary purpose of this role is to effectively, efficiently, and ethically manage financial records, support tax preparation, and engage with clients as needed.<ul><li>Bookkeeping & General Ledger: Maintain accurate and timely financial records by recording all transactions with proper categorization. Ensure daily reconciliation of entries and uphold a clean, organized, and up-to-date general ledger.</li><li>Accounts Payable & Receivable: Manage accounts payable, process invoices, and ensure timely payments. Handle accounts receivable, including invoicing clients and monitoring collections.</li><li>Financial Reporting: Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, including balance sheets and income statements, for management review.</li><li>Bank & Credit Card Reconciliations: Perform daily reconciliations of bank and credit card accounts to ensure all transactions are accounted for and discrepancies are resolved promptly.</li><li>Tax Preparation Support: Assist with the preparation and filing of various tax returns (e.g., federal, state, local) by gathering necessary financial documents and ensuring all required information is complete and accurate.</li><li>Payroll Processing: Ensure accurate and timely processing of payroll for clients, including calculating wages, deductions, and benefits, and maintaining compliance with payroll regulations.</li></ul>
2026-09-24T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Specialist

Milwaukee, WI
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Temporary to Hire
0 - 0 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to join a team in Milwaukee, Wisconsin in a Contract to permanent capacity. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented accounting specialist who can manage high-volume payables work with accuracy, strong follow-through, and a service-minded approach to vendor communication. The position supports property-related financial operations and plays an important part in keeping payments, records, and reconciliations current and well organized. Responsibilities: • Manage the full accounts payable cycle by entering invoices, assigning correct general ledger coding, obtaining approvals, and completing payment processing across multiple properties. • Review invoices against purchase orders, contracts, and backup documentation to confirm completeness, pricing accuracy, and proper authorization before payment. • Serve as a point of contact for vendors by answering payment questions, addressing account issues, and resolving billing discrepancies in a courteous and timely manner. • Execute scheduled disbursements through check runs, ACH transactions, and wire payments while meeting established deadlines. • Reconcile vendor statements and accounts payable balances, investigate outstanding items, and help maintain accurate records for month-end close. • Maintain organized payment documentation and supporting files to strengthen audit readiness and internal recordkeeping. • Partner with internal teams to follow approval workflows and ensure invoices are processed efficiently and in accordance with company procedures.
2026-10-06T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Specialist

Racine, WI
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Permanent / Full Time
60000 - 68000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to support day-to-day payment operations for a company in Racine, Wisconsin. This position is ideal for someone who is highly organized, accurate with financial data, and comfortable managing invoice workflows in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate will help keep vendor payments current, maintain clean records, and contribute to an efficient accounting process. Responsibilities: • Review incoming invoices for accuracy, appropriate documentation, and proper general ledger coding before processing. • Enter payable transactions into the accounting system in a timely manner while maintaining strong attention to detail. • Coordinate scheduled payment cycles, including preparing and completing check runs according to company deadlines. • Reconcile vendor statements and investigate discrepancies to ensure outstanding items are resolved promptly. • Communicate with internal departments and external vendors to clarify invoice issues, approvals, and payment status. • Maintain organized accounts payable records and supporting documentation for audit readiness and internal reference. • Monitor open invoices and due dates to help prevent delays, duplicate payments, or missed obligations.
2026-09-15T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Specialist

Brown Deer, 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 an organization in Brown Deer, Wisconsin. This position focuses on managing invoice workflows, maintaining accurate payment records, and helping ensure vendor obligations are handled on time. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, sound judgment with financial data, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced accounting environment. Responsibilities: • Review incoming invoices, assign accurate general ledger codes, and prepare documentation for timely processing. • Manage the full accounts payable cycle, from verifying payment details to coordinating scheduled disbursements. • Process vendor invoices with a high degree of accuracy while maintaining organized supporting records. • Prepare and execute check runs in accordance with internal payment schedules and approval procedures. • Reconcile bank activity and investigate discrepancies to help maintain accurate financial reporting. • Communicate with vendors and internal partners to resolve billing questions, payment issues, and account variances.
2026-09-24T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Specialist

Manitowoc, WI
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Temporary / Contract
27 - 29 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist to support a busy finance operation in Manitowoc, Wisconsin. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for someone who can step into a high-volume environment, bring strong automation expertise, and help strengthen day-to-day invoice processing while improving overall efficiency. The person in this role will serve as a key resource for resolving payables issues, maintaining accurate records, and supporting a smooth workflow across purchasing and accounting activities. Responsibilities:• Manage full-cycle accounts payable activities for a high-volume invoice stream, ensuring timely and accurate processing.• Review invoices for proper account coding, purchase order alignment, and three-way match compliance before payment.• Use an RPA and SAP to process documents, research issues, and maintain organized payment records.• Investigate invoice exceptions, pricing discrepancies, and approval delays to keep transactions moving efficiently.• Coordinate ACH payments and check runs in accordance with established schedules and internal controls.• Partner with suppliers and internal teams to address questions, reconcile account details, and resolve outstanding items.• Identify workflow gaps and recommend practical improvements that increase accuracy, reduce delays, and enhance productivity.• Provide support with troubleshooting and optimizing accounts payable processes related to automation environment.
2026-10-01T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Milwaukee, WI
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Permanent / Full Time
70000 - 87000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented and experienced Senior Accountant to join our team in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. This role focuses on managing grant programs, overseeing financial reporting, and ensuring compliance with program policies. The ideal candidate will excel in financial analysis, forecasting, and reconciliation while maintaining accurate documentation and supporting program operations. Responsibilities: • Oversee the management and reporting of various grant programs, including financial and program documentation, ensuring timely submission of monthly, quarterly, and final reports. • Maintain and update program documentation to ensure compliance and proper substantiation of operations. • Monitor financial results against budgets, communicating findings to relevant stakeholders to prevent overspending. • Conduct analysis and forecasting of financial positions, ensuring budget compliance and communicating results to appropriate personnel. • Review financial transactions, including invoices, travel reports, and timesheets, to ensure adherence to policies and initiate corrective actions for non-compliance. • Manage grant monitoring reviews and provide required information for program evaluations. • Administer fixed asset accounting, including monthly transactions, purchases, disposals, and inventory management, ensuring compliance with regulations. • Perform account reconciliations and balance sheet reviews to maintain accurate financial records. • Support month-end close processes and prepare journal entries to ensure timely reporting. • Utilize financial systems such as NetSuite, Oracle, SAP, and Microsoft Excel to enhance reporting and analysis.
2026-09-22T00:00:00Z

Accounts Receivable

Waukesha, WI
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Temporary / Contract
0 - 0 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounts Receivable specialist to support daily receivables activity for a long-term contract opportunity in Wisconsin. This position focuses on processing deductions, reviewing credit-related documentation, and resolving account discrepancies in a high-volume setting. The ideal candidate learns quickly, works well independently, and brings strong accuracy when managing data and customer account records. Responsibilities: • Access customer account portals to retrieve supporting documents and submit credit memo requests through AS400 or trade promotion systems using both manual and upload methods. • Open and document disputes related to billbacks that are determined to be unsupported or inaccurate. • Track account deductions by maintaining organized records and updating logs for assigned customers. • Investigate unresolved credit memos and unapplied cash items to help clear outstanding balances. • Partner with the Customer Accounting Supervisor on research, reconciliations, and issue resolution tied to complex receivables matters. • Follow up on overdue deduction balances and support collection efforts while preserving strong customer relationships. • Review account activity for discrepancies and take appropriate action to support accurate receivables reporting.
2026-10-07T00:00:00Z

14 results for Accounting Assistant in Waukesha, WI