Staff Accountant

Robert Half • Milwaukee, WI • 5h ago

Description 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.

Responsibilities:

Process supplier invoices, assign appropriate accounting codes, secure approvals, and enter transactions accurately into the company's ERP platform.

Prepare and distribute payments through standard check runs, electronic transfers, and manual disbursements while monitoring outstanding obligations.

Reconcile accounts payable and other general ledger balances, investigate variances, and resolve discrepancies with supporting documentation.

Record journal entries related to accruals, estimates, cash activity, expenses, and other month-end close requirements.

Maintain fixed asset records, update accounting schedules, and assist with documentation needed for financial statement review and tax filings.

Manage accounts receivable activity by posting cash, applying payments, reviewing customer balances, and following up on overdue accounts.

Complete recurring compliance reporting, including sales and use tax filings, property tax submissions, and required supplier information reporting.

Support travel and expense accounting by extracting data, reviewing submissions, and posting entries to the general ledger.

Prepare operational reports such as order status summaries and open order tracking, and collaborate with internal teams on short-term product demand communication.

Organize incoming mail and maintain orderly, up-to-date accounting files, records, and supporting documents. Requirements - At least 2 years of accounting experience in a staff accountant or similar role.

Hands-on experience preparing journal entries and reconciling general ledger accounts.

Working knowledge of both accounts payable and accounts receivable processes.

Experience using SAP or another enterprise resource planning system in an accounting environment.

Ability to manage multiple deadlines related to monthly close, reporting, and transaction processing.

Strong attention to detail and accuracy when handling financial data and documentation.

Effective communication skills for working with vendors, customers, and internal departments.

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 (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-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.

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