Staff Accountant

Description

We are looking for an experienced Staff Accountant to support key financial activities for a Long-term Contract opportunity based in Madison, Wisconsin. This role is ideal for a detail-focused accounting specialist who can maintain accurate records, analyze financial data, and help keep reporting and compliance activities on track. The position offers the chance to contribute across core accounting functions while working in a collaborative environment.

This is a part time position, great for anyone looking to earn additional income as the hours are flexible.

- Pay is flexible depending on experience.

** MUST RESIDE IN MADISON, WI OR SURROUNDING AREAS*
* ** PART TIME POSITION**
* Responsibilities:

- Maintain accurate financial records and prepare routine and periodic reports that reflect the organization's financial position.

- Review account activity, reconcile balance sheet items, and investigate discrepancies to ensure reliable financial data.

- Process day-to-day accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions while supporting timely payment and collection activities.

- Record journal entries and manage general ledger updates in alignment with established accounting practices.

- Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis to support planning and operational decision-making.

- Perform bank reconciliations, monitor cash activity, and help evaluate cash flow trends.

- Support audit requests by organizing documentation and preparing schedules needed for internal or external review.

- Prepare tax-related and regulatory filings, including corporate and sales tax support, in accordance with applicable requirements.

- Use accounting platforms such as Quick Books, People Soft, Sage, or Xero, along with Excel, to manage data and reporting tasks.

Requirements - Minimum of 3 years of accounting experience; 4+ years is strongly preferred.

- Strong working knowledge of general ledger accounting, journal entries, and account reconciliation.

- Experience handling accrual accounting, bookkeeping functions, and financial reporting responsibilities.

- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for analysis, reconciliations, and report preparation.

- Familiarity with Quick Books and exposure to other accounting systems such as People Soft, Sage, or Xero.

- Understanding of corporate tax, sales tax, and corporate tax return support activities.

- Ability to analyze financial information, identify inconsistencies, and maintain a high level of accuracy.

- Experience supporting audits and preparing documentation for compliance or reporting purposes.

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