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14 results for Bookkeeper in Waukesha, WI

Bookkeeper
  • Libertyville, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 90000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
  • <p><em>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].</em></p><p><br></p><p><strong>What You&#39;ll Do</strong></p><p>The primary purpose of this role is to effectively, efficiently, and ethically manage financial records, support tax preparation, and engage with clients as needed.</p><ul><li><strong>Bookkeeping &amp; General Ledger:</strong> 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><strong>Accounts Payable &amp; Receivable:</strong> Manage accounts payable, process invoices, and ensure timely payments. Handle accounts receivable, including invoicing clients and monitoring collections.</li><li><strong>Financial Reporting:</strong> Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, including balance sheets and income statements, for management review.</li><li><strong>Bank &amp; Credit Card Reconciliations:</strong> Perform daily reconciliations of bank and credit card accounts to ensure all transactions are accounted for and discrepancies are resolved promptly.</li><li><strong>Tax Preparation Support:</strong> 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><strong>Payroll Processing:</strong> Ensure accurate and timely processing of payroll for clients, including calculating wages, deductions, and benefits, and maintaining compliance with payroll regulations.</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-09-24T00:00:00Z
Bookkeeper/Staff Accountant
  • Brookfield, WI
  • remote
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 75000 - 80000 USD / Yearly
  • <p><em>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].</em></p><p><br></p><p>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.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Job Description:</strong></p><p>•      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</p><p>•      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</p><p>•      Managing full-cycle accounts receivable including generating and issuing customer invoices, payment application and deposits, monitoring aged AR and credits</p><p>•      Working with our HR service provider on bi-weekly payrolls and recording payroll entries in our financial system. </p><p>•      Perform bank and credit card matching within financial software</p><p>•      Maintaining organized, supporting documentation for financials accounts</p><p>•      Assisting with gathering documentation for tax preparation and external accountant requests</p><p>•      Making changes to client account financial information in the company proprietary software </p>
  • 2026-09-23T00:00:00Z
Accountant
  • Oconomowoc, WI
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 65000 - 90000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>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.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process vendor invoices, verify supporting documentation, and help ensure payments are completed accurately and on schedule.</p><p>• Record customer payments, monitor outstanding balances, and assist with maintaining organized receivables activity.</p><p>• Prepare and post journal entries to keep the general ledger current and properly supported.</p><p>• Complete bank account reconciliations and investigate discrepancies to maintain accurate cash records.</p><p>• Perform account reconciliations for assigned balance sheet and income statement accounts, resolving variances promptly.</p><p>• Assist with month-end close tasks by organizing financial data and supporting the preparation of routine reports.</p><p>• Maintain orderly accounting records and documentation to support audits, reviews, and internal controls.</p>
  • 2026-10-19T00:00:00Z
Full Charge Bookkeeper
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 0 - 0 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Part-Time 20 hours per week</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee day-to-day bookkeeping activities using QuickBooks Online, ensuring financial records are accurate and current.</p><p>• Run payroll for a small employee group and maintain timely, organized payroll documentation.</p><p>• Review and process vendor invoices, prepare payments, and keep accounts payable activity on schedule.</p><p>• Manage customer billing, record incoming payments, and monitor accounts receivable balances for accuracy.</p><p>• Reconcile bank transactions and help maintain clean, balanced financial records.</p><p>• Contribute to month-end close tasks and prepare routine financial reports for internal use.</p><p>• Provide occasional front office support during staff absences or interview coverage needs.</p><p>• Assist with basic human resources-related administrative tasks when needed.</p>
  • 2026-10-15T00:00:00Z
Billing Clerk
  • Pewaukee, WI
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 0 - 0 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for a detail-oriented Billing Clerk to support a busy finance team in Pewaukee, Wisconsin. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for someone who can step into a high-volume environment, manage billing and accounts receivable work accurately, and help keep financial records current. The role includes invoice processing, account review, and day-to-day communication related to payment activity, while contributing to efficient administrative operations.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Review billing information and calculate charges for third-party payers with a high degree of accuracy.<br>• Create and maintain payment agreements, contract records, and related account documentation.<br>• Generate invoices, send account notices, and follow established processes for overdue balances.<br>• Update student and sponsor accounts by posting charges, payments, credits, and other receivable transactions.<br>• Investigate account inconsistencies by comparing internal records with outside documentation and resolving differences.<br>• Process sponsored registrations, student refunds, and other billing-related transactions in a timely manner.<br>• Respond to questions about invoices, balances, refunds, payment expectations, and applicable fees.<br>• Prepare and maintain reports, spreadsheets, and financial records to support ongoing billing operations and team priorities.
  • 2026-10-19T00:00:00Z
Accounting Manager
  • Milton, WI
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 105000 - 125000 USD / Yearly
  • <p><strong>Accounting Manager role with hybrid flexibility in Milton, WI. For immediate consideration contact Jon Wright at 608-338-1052.</strong></p><p><br></p><p>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.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct daily corporate accounting activities and lead a timely, well-organized month-end close process.</p><p>• Prepare and review monthly financial statements and management reports to ensure accuracy, consistency, and usefulness for leadership.</p><p>• Maintain the general ledger by overseeing journal entries, account reconciliations, and proper application of U.S. GAAP.</p><p>• Analyze financial results against budget and prior periods, identifying key variances and explaining business drivers.</p><p>• Support annual budgeting and periodic forecasting by delivering financial data, trend analysis, and planning insight.</p><p>• Oversee tax-related accounting activities and help ensure adherence to regulatory requirements and internal control standards.</p><p>• Coordinate audit preparation and respond to requests from external auditors to support efficient financial statement audits.</p><p>• Supervise and develop a small accounting team while promoting accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.</p><p>• Work closely with plant controllers and company leadership to improve financial visibility, reporting quality, and decision-making.</p><p>• Participate in process enhancements and operational changes that affect accounting workflows, including system-related updates when needed.</p>
  • 2026-09-21T00:00:00Z
Senior Accountant
  • Mequon, WI
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 85000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for an accomplished Senior Accountant to join a finance team in Ozaukee County, WI. This position is ideal for someone who is detail oriented and can manage complex accounting work, interpret financial results, and contribute to accurate reporting that supports business performance. The role calls for strong independent judgment, careful attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues across the organization.</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>• Record, examine, and finalize journal entries while ensuring general ledger activity is accurate and properly supported.</p><p>• Perform detailed reconciliations for balance sheet and bank accounts, researching discrepancies and resolving issues promptly.</p><p>• Contribute to monthly and annual close cycles by reviewing account activity, preparing supporting schedules, and addressing unexpected variances.</p><p>• Produce financial reports and statement packages that help leadership evaluate results and make informed decisions.</p><p>• Assist with accounts payable operations by validating invoices, assigning correct coding, coordinating payments, and following up on exceptions.</p><p>• Oversee state sales and use tax reporting, including timely filings, documentation retention, and compliance with applicable requirements.</p><p>• Maintain organized financial records and safeguard sensitive accounting information with a high degree of accuracy and confidentiality.</p><p>• Work closely with cross-functional teams to gather financial data, verify transactions, and resolve accounting questions.</p><p>• Support audit and compliance efforts by preparing requested documentation and responding to internal or external review needs.</p><p>• Provide technical guidance to accounting support staff and contribute to special analysis, budgeting, expense tracking, and other finance projects as needed.</p>
  • 2026-10-13T00:00:00Z
Accounting Manager/Supervisor
  • Sussex, WI
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 125000 - 140000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>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.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct daily accounting operations, including oversight of the general ledger, journal entry activity, account reconciliations, and the timely completion of financial reporting.</p><p>• Prepare and evaluate monthly and periodic financial results, identifying variances, unusual movements, and key business drivers for leadership review.</p><p>• Maintain reliable internal controls across financial reporting, inventory, and related accounting procedures to support accuracy and compliance.</p><p>• Utilize the company ERP platform and reporting tools to interpret financial and operational data and provide meaningful analysis.</p><p>• Apply advanced Excel capabilities, such as pivot tables, lookup formulas, data validation, and basic modeling techniques, to improve reporting and decision support.</p><p>• Supervise accounting personnel and oversee accounts receivable activities to ensure work is completed accurately and on schedule.</p><p>• Delegate assignments, monitor progress, review completed work, and provide coaching and training to strengthen team performance.</p><p>• Foster accountability through clear expectations, constructive feedback, and consistent follow-through with staff members.</p><p>• Contribute as a hands-on leader by balancing day-to-day accounting execution with process enhancements and effective communication across functions.</p>
  • 2026-10-07T00:00:00Z
Billing Specialist
  • Janesville, WI
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 58000 - 66500 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for a Billing Specialist to join our team in Janesville, Wisconsin and oversee invoicing activities for a range of construction-related projects. This position plays an important role in keeping billing accurate, organized, and on schedule by coordinating closely with project staff and reviewing financial details carefully. The ideal candidate is comfortable managing multiple priorities, solving discrepancies, and working independently in a fast-moving environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage invoicing for contract-based work, service work, organizational billing, and time-and-material projects with a strong focus on accuracy and timeliness.<br>• Partner with Project Managers and Service Technicians to gather billing details, confirm project status, and ensure invoices are issued according to schedule.<br>• Organize daily billing priorities around project deadlines, customer requirements, and changing workload demands.<br>• Set up new project records in the accounting system and maintain complete, up-to-date job information.<br>• Review job cost data, investigate inconsistencies, and correct charges that have been assigned to the wrong project or billing category.<br>• Maintain tracking tools to monitor project progress, invoice status, and open items, and communicate with customers when clarification or follow-up is needed.<br>• Coordinate with internal project teams on billing schedules, required backup documentation, and updates that affect invoicing and payment timing.<br>• Follow up on overdue invoices and support collection efforts through timely communication and documentation.<br>• Recommend process improvements that strengthen billing efficiency while preserving a high level of detail and compliance.<br>• Prepare and process lien waivers and related project paperwork needed to support customer invoicing and prompt payment.
  • 2026-10-12T00:00:00Z
Sr. Accountant
  • Johnson Creek, WI
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 43.5385 - 50.413 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to support a food manufacturing operation in Johnson Creek, Wisconsin. This Long-term Contract position will focus on high-volume reporting, inventory-related analysis, and accounting follow-through that helps strengthen day-to-day operational visibility. The person in this role will partner closely with finance and operations to improve accuracy, resolve outstanding issues, and keep critical reporting deliverables on schedule.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Produce recurring financial and operational reports that give stakeholders timely insight into plant activity, costs, and inventory movements.</p><p>• Manage the end-to-end accounting support for scrap and disposal activity, ensuring records are complete, reviewed promptly, and reflected accurately.</p><p>• Investigate accounts payable items and coordinate follow-up actions through final payment resolution.</p><p>• Analyze open purchase orders across systems, identify discrepancies, and drive closure of aged or unresolved items.</p><p>• Review order detail lines and correct coding or processing issues that affect reporting accuracy.</p><p>• Prepare and distribute routine scrap, repair and maintenance, inventory, and labor-related reports on daily, weekly, and recurring schedules.</p><p>• Monitor timekeeping and labor coding outputs to confirm costs are assigned to the appropriate cost centers.</p><p>• Maintain count documentation, update tracking logs, and verify that post-count activity is recorded correctly.</p><p>• Support ongoing tracking processes and reporting improvements tied to operational accounting needs and process stabilization.</p>
  • 2026-10-19T00:00:00Z
Sr. Accountant
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • onsite
  • 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.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee the management and reporting of various grant programs, including financial and program documentation, ensuring timely submission of monthly, quarterly, and final reports.<br>• Maintain and update program documentation to ensure compliance and proper substantiation of operations.<br>• Monitor financial results against budgets, communicating findings to relevant stakeholders to prevent overspending.<br>• Conduct analysis and forecasting of financial positions, ensuring budget compliance and communicating results to appropriate personnel.<br>• Review financial transactions, including invoices, travel reports, and timesheets, to ensure adherence to policies and initiate corrective actions for non-compliance.<br>• Manage grant monitoring reviews and provide required information for program evaluations.<br>• Administer fixed asset accounting, including monthly transactions, purchases, disposals, and inventory management, ensuring compliance with regulations.<br>• Perform account reconciliations and balance sheet reviews to maintain accurate financial records.<br>• Support month-end close processes and prepare journal entries to ensure timely reporting.<br>• Utilize financial systems such as NetSuite, Oracle, SAP, and Microsoft Excel to enhance reporting and analysis.
  • 2026-09-22T00:00:00Z
Sr. Accountant
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 75000 - 79000 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to support core accounting operations and financial reporting for our Milwaukee, Wisconsin team. This role is responsible for maintaining accurate records, strengthening accounting processes, and delivering timely analysis that supports sound financial decision-making. The ideal candidate brings strong expertise in reconciliations, journal entries, month-end close activities, and compliance-related financial administration.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage monthly account reconciliations across the general ledger, review daily cash receipt activity, and perform periodic follow-up reconciliation work as needed.<br>• Prepare and post journal entries, monitor ledger activity for accuracy, and investigate variances or inconsistencies to ensure reliable financial records.<br>• Enhance accounting workflows by supporting effective internal controls and refining documented procedures across finance operations.<br>• Contribute to financial analysis by assisting with variance reviews and helping explain shifts in results against expectations.<br>• Oversee insurance records, maintain policy documentation, and coordinate certificates of insurance on both an annual and as-needed basis.<br>• Support adherence to financial reporting and regulatory obligations by preparing documentation for applicable federal, state, and local compliance requirements.<br>• Produce recurring and ad hoc financial reports, interpret results, and help improve reporting capabilities across accounting systems and platforms.<br>• Prepare audit schedules and supporting workpapers, respond to auditor requests, and assist with both internal and external audit activities.<br>• Participate in budget support, year-end close tasks, policy and procedure updates, and provide backup assistance for accounts payable functions as needed.
  • 2026-10-20T00:00:00Z
Inventory Clerk
  • Waukesha, WI
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 20 - 22 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a detail-oriented Inventory Clerk to join a manufacturing team in Waukesha, Wisconsin on a Contract basis. In this role, you will help manage the flow of warranty-related parts, keep inventory records accurate, and support day-to-day coordination between receiving and internal teams. This opportunity is well suited for someone who works carefully, stays organized in a fast-paced setting, and is comfortable using spreadsheets for tracking and documentation.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Receive returned warranty parts from dealers and verify incoming items for processing<br>• Record part details, quantities, and related activity in spreadsheets and internal tracking tools<br>• Keep inventory files and warranty documentation organized to support accurate reporting<br>• Coordinate movement of incoming parts from the dock to the appropriate internal groups, including quality personnel<br>• Monitor inventory-related transactions and maintain clear records of part status throughout processing<br>• Assist with administrative tasks that support the warranty parts workflow and overall team efficiency<br>• Help maintain accuracy and consistency during periods of increased volume and repetitive processing
  • 2026-10-16T00:00:00Z
Calendar/Docket Clerk
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • remote
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 28.5 - 33 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an experienced Calendar/Docket Clerk to support a high-volume litigation practice in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who can step into a fast-moving legal environment, manage critical deadlines with precision, and provide reliable docketing support to a large team of legal professionals. The role requires strong judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently while coordinating with attorneys and staff across multiple matters. <br> Responsibilities: • Manage litigation calendars and docket entries for assigned attorneys, practice groups, or office locations, ensuring deadlines are accurately captured and maintained. • Examine court filings, agency documents, and related case materials to identify relevant dates, required actions, and procedural obligations. • Monitor court and agency dockets on an ongoing basis and update records promptly when new activity or schedule changes occur. • Confirm venue, jurisdiction, and applicable procedural rules before entering deadlines to maintain accuracy across all matters. • Check the validity of calculated deadlines and assigned matter information, including responsible timekeepers, to support reliable case tracking. • Prepare and circulate docket and matter status reports that help legal teams stay informed of upcoming deadlines and case activity. • Research court, agency, statutory, and judge-specific rules and apply that guidance when responding to calendaring and procedural questions. • Partner with docket leadership and team members to strengthen workflow practices, support process improvements, and contribute to special projects as needed. <br> The pay range for this position is 25 to 32. Benefits available to contract/contract professionals, include medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/contract professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. <br> Our specialized recruiting professionals apply their expertise and utilize our proprietary AI to find you great job matches faster.
  • 2026-10-20T00:00:00Z