Staff Accountant

We are looking for a Staff Accountant to join a team in Wisconsin in a Contract to Permanent position. This opportunity is ideal for an accounting specialist who enjoys stepping into new environments, improving financial processes, and contributing across a range of core accounting functions. The role offers exposure to diverse business needs while allowing you to strengthen your expertise in day-to-day accounting, reporting, and close activities. Responsibilities: • Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable activities, including resolving discrepancies and supporting accurate transaction processing. • Prepare journal entries and maintain the general ledger to ensure financial records remain complete and accurate. • Perform bank and account reconciliations, investigating variances and correcting issues in a timely manner. • Support monthly and annual close procedures by organizing schedules, reviewing balances, and helping finalize reporting. • Assist with financial reporting by compiling data, preparing supporting documentation, and identifying trends or irregularities. • Contribute to audit readiness through preparation of workpapers, reconciliations, and other requested documentation. • Participate in accounting system updates, data cleanups, user support, or process training when needed. • Recommend and implement workflow improvements that increase accuracy, efficiency, and consistency across accounting operations. • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. • At least 3 years of hands-on accounting experience in a staff accountant or similar role. • Strong knowledge of general ledger accounting, journal entries, reconciliations, and month-end close activities. • Experience working with accounts payable, accounts receivable, and financial reporting processes. • Proficiency with accounting platforms such as SAP, NetSuite, and QuickBooks Online. • Advanced Excel skills and comfort working with large data sets and financial detail. • Ability to adapt quickly, work independently, and communicate effectively with different teams. Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use and Privacy Notice.