Staff Accountant

Robert Half • Madison, WI • 12h ago

Description We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support accurate and timely financial reporting for operations in Madison, Wisconsin. This role works closely with the Controller and plays an important part in monthly close, account analysis, compliance reporting, and cash oversight. The ideal candidate brings strong accounting knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines while maintaining a high standard of accuracy.

Responsibilities:

Prepare recurring financial packages, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow reports, along with the supporting reconciliations and audit-ready documentation.

Complete reporting submissions for outside agencies and stakeholders according to monthly, quarterly, and annual deadlines.

Compare actual results to budget expectations, highlight meaningful variances, and share practical recommendations with management.

Manage general ledger activity by recording journal entries, supporting period-end close, and maintaining accurate accruals, allocations, and work papers.

Reconcile bank accounts and key balance sheet accounts to ensure records are complete, accurate, and properly supported.

Monitor property cash positions, reserves, and escrows, and coordinate disbursements with Accounts Payable as needed.

Maintain fixed asset schedules and help ensure accounting records align with internal policies and accepted accounting standards.

Partner with external accountants during year-end activities by preparing schedules and documentation for audits and tax filings.

Identify opportunities to strengthen controls, improve accounting workflows, and document procedures to support consistency and efficiency.

Contribute to ad hoc reporting, spreadsheet analysis, and special projects assigned by leadership. Requirements - Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a closely related discipline.

At least three years of experience preparing monthly financial statements through the full month-end close cycle.

Strong working knowledge of general ledger accounting, journal entries, reconciliations, and financial statement preparation.

Advanced proficiency with spreadsheet applications and accounting software.

Experience with corporate tax, sales tax, or corporate tax return support is valued.

Background in real estate or property accounting is preferred.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain financial information clearly.

Proven ability to stay organized, protect confidential information, and manage competing deadlines with careful attention to detail.

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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