We are looking for a dependable Accountant to support financial operations for a parish and school environment in Wisconsin. This is a Contract position for a detail-oriented individual who can help maintain accurate records, prepare reports, and assist leadership with day-to-day accounting needs. The role offers the opportunity to contribute across core accounting functions while supporting compliance and sound financial management.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage routine accounting activities by recording transactions, preparing journal entries, and keeping the general ledger accurate and up to date.<br>• Handle accounts payable and accounts receivable tasks, including processing invoices, tracking incoming funds, and resolving routine discrepancies.<br>• Reconcile bank accounts and other financial balances on a regular basis to ensure complete and accurate reporting.<br>• Assist with monthly financial statements, budget support, and variance review for both parish and school operations.<br>• Organize supporting schedules and documentation to maintain audit-ready records and assist with annual reporting requirements.<br>• Monitor financial activity related to scholarship and restricted-use funds, ensuring expenditures and matching amounts are properly tracked.<br>• Support payroll-related accounting entries, contribution records, and other general finance processes as needed.<br>• Partner with administrative and school leadership to provide timely financial information that supports planning and operational decisions.<br>• Contribute to special accounting and administrative projects, including work connected to updated systems or evolving reporting processes.
We are looking for a detail-focused Accountant to support a small, evolving family office in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. This Long-term Contract position offers the opportunity to oversee core accounting activities, strengthen record accuracy, and partner closely with ownership on day-to-day financial operations. The role is well suited for someone who works independently, brings a hands-on approach, and is comfortable improving processes in a dynamic environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Review historical accounting activity in QuickBooks Online, identify inconsistencies, and bring records up to date.<br>• Analyze transactions posted to incorrect general ledger accounts and make appropriate corrections to improve reporting accuracy.<br>• Perform reconciliations across bank accounts, credit cards, and key balance sheet accounts to ensure complete and reliable financial data.<br>• Investigate accounting variances, resolve outstanding issues, and help maintain books that are ready for review and audit support.<br>• Assist with period-end close activities by preparing schedules, validating balances, and organizing supporting documentation.<br>• Coordinate financial records and backup materials for external tax and advisory partners, including Baker Tilly.<br>• Maintain daily accounting operations involving accounts payable, accounts receivable, journal entries, and general ledger activity.<br>• Recommend and implement stronger accounting practices, internal controls, and QuickBooks Online processes to support the office’s growth.<br>• Provide accounting support related to future system migration efforts from QuickBooks Online to Yardi as needed.
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.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee accounts payable activity by reviewing, processing, and maintaining accurate vendor payment records.<br>• Prepare payroll-related journal entries and complete reconciliations to ensure payroll activity is properly reflected in the general ledger.<br>• Reconcile bank accounts and designated funds regularly, investigating variances and resolving discrepancies in a timely manner.<br>• Record monthly journal entries, perform account reconciliations, and support both month-end and year-end close activities.<br>• Track cash movements and maintain reliable financial documentation to support reporting accuracy and operational visibility.<br>• Process membership-related deposits, mailed credit card payments, and donation transactions while ensuring records remain current and accurate.<br>• Respond to payment questions, issue approved refunds or account adjustments, and provide financial support to chapters, advocates, and coordinators.<br>• Prepare and submit required state tax filings and nonprofit-related returns, while monitoring deadlines and maintaining regulatory compliance.<br>• Partner with external auditors and outside accounting or tax advisors by assembling schedules, reconciliations, and supporting documentation for reviews and annual audits.
POSITION DESCRIPTION:<br>The Staff Accountant will work closely with finance and business management to deliver reporting and analytical support. This role provides financial reporting and analysis of operational expenses while enhancing the clarity of Key Performance Indicator (KPI) reporting. It also involves collaborating with the Finance department, senior leaders, to support budgeting, forecasting, and various projects and analyses, enabling the organization’s rapid growth.<br> <br>ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:<br>• Assist with business on monthly/year-end close processes including:<br>o Recording various period-end journal entries<br>o Various general-ledger account reconciliations<br>o Provide support to company AR and AP roles and processes<br>o Prepare various monthly financial reports, including financial and cashflow forecasts<br>o Other financial variance and trend analysis <br>• Participate in preparation and evaluation of company budget/profit plans<br>• Identify trends in financial performance and provide recommendations for improvement<br>• Participate in various system implementations that are taking place throughout the organization<br><br>OTHER DUTIES<br>• Analyze current and past financial and operational data and performance<br>• Review shop floor data including department overhead/burden rates <br>• Coordinate with other members of the finance team to review financial information and forecasts<br>• Demonstrate ethical responsibility, personal accountability, and responsibility for the integrity and reliability of data, modeling, and reporting <br>• Lead and/or provide expertise to ad hoc projects and analysis as required; ROI modeling, etc.<br><br>QUALIFICATIONS:<br>• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance and 2+ years of related experience <br>• Experience in a manufacturing environment or cost accounting preferred<br>• Curious and detail-oriented with strong analytical skills and a creative problem-solving approach <br>• Ability to develop a strong understanding of internal data sources, including accessing, analyzing, and addressing specific questions with relevant data <br>• Works well independently or team environments; demonstrated team player with positive attitude <br>• Advanced computer proficiency, especially in Excel and financial management systems <br>• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal <br>• Ability to manage multiple projects with varying deadlines and priorities<br><br>These descriptions reflect the principal functions of the job for the purpose of job evaluation. It should not be construed as a detailed description of all work requirements of the job nor should it be construed as giving exclusive responsibility for every function described.
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our team in Germantown, Wisconsin. This role supports core accounting operations, financial reporting, and cost analysis while helping maintain accurate records across multiple entities. The ideal candidate brings strong general ledger experience, a solid understanding of tax-related filings, and the ability to manage deadlines in a fast-paced environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare and post journal entries while completing detailed account reconciliations for areas such as cash, prepaids, accruals, and payroll.<br>• Support monthly and annual closing activities by helping ensure financial data is recorded accurately and reports are delivered on schedule.<br>• Produce recurring financial statements for subsidiaries and affiliated entities, verifying completeness and consistency across records.<br>• Analyze manufacturing and operating cost trends by tracking unit cost variances and helping establish material and labor cost standards.<br>• Develop cost of goods sold analyses and production-related reporting to support operational and financial decision-making.<br>• Track capital spending activity, maintain fixed asset records, and reconcile related balances to the general ledger.<br>• Oversee corporate credit card administration, including account monitoring and employee expense reimbursement review.<br>• Prepare periodic bank reporting, assist with required tax filings such as annual 1099s, and contribute to audit support and other special projects as needed.
<p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support key accounting operations for a retail organization in Wisconsin. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone with strong experience in cash activity, account reconciliation, and month-end accounting processes. The person in this role will help maintain accurate financial records, contribute to process efficiency, and provide dependable support during audit cycles.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage daily cash activity and complete bank reconciliations by reviewing transactions, researching variances, and resolving discrepancies with sound judgment.</p><p>• Monitor corporate cash accounts to ensure entries are posted correctly and outstanding issues are identified and addressed in a timely manner.</p><p>• Support the month-end close by preparing journal entries, reconciling general ledger accounts, and helping deliver accurate financial results on schedule.</p><p>• Partner with internal stakeholders and auditors by organizing documentation and responding to requests related to annual audit procedures.</p><p>• Develop deep knowledge of reconciliation and cash posting tools to recommend and implement process improvements that increase accuracy and efficiency.</p><p>• Maintain reliable financial records by reviewing account activity, validating supporting data, and escalating unusual items when needed.</p><p>• Assist with broader accounting tasks tied to cash management and reporting to help ensure compliance with internal controls and accounting standards</p>
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support day-to-day accounting operations in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. This role is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, assisting with month-end activities, and helping ensure timely processing of both payables and receivables. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working across multiple accounting functions while also providing limited operational support related to customer order reporting and coordination.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process supplier invoices, assign appropriate accounting codes, secure approvals, and enter transactions accurately into the company’s ERP platform.<br>• Prepare and distribute payments through standard check runs, electronic transfers, and manual disbursements while monitoring outstanding obligations.<br>• Reconcile accounts payable and other general ledger balances, investigate variances, and resolve discrepancies with supporting documentation.<br>• Record journal entries related to accruals, estimates, cash activity, expenses, and other month-end close requirements.<br>• Maintain fixed asset records, update accounting schedules, and assist with documentation needed for financial statement review and tax filings.<br>• Manage accounts receivable activity by posting cash, applying payments, reviewing customer balances, and following up on overdue accounts.<br>• Complete recurring compliance reporting, including sales and use tax filings, property tax submissions, and required supplier information reporting.<br>• Support travel and expense accounting by extracting data, reviewing submissions, and posting entries to the general ledger.<br>• Prepare operational reports such as order status summaries and open order tracking, and collaborate with internal teams on short-term product demand communication.<br>• Organize incoming mail and maintain orderly, up-to-date accounting files, records, and supporting documents.