Accounting & HR Specialist

Why Work At Badgerland Girl Scouts?

At Girl Scouts of Wisconsin – Badgerland, every team member helps Girl Scouts discover their strength, find their voice, and become leaders in their communities and beyond. When you join our team, you're part of a mission that’s all about making a real difference—and doing it in a way that feels meaningful every day.

We’re proud to offer a welcoming, inclusive workplace where flexibility, balance, and personal growth are part of the culture. Whether you're collaborating with passionate colleagues or supporting impactful programs, your work here matters.

• Medical, dental, vision insurance
• Free Short- and Long
  - Term Disability Insurance
• Free Life Insurance 1x salary (additional coverage available)
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan with eligibility employer contributions
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible 7.5 - hour workdays
• Paid Time Off (PTO), accrue total of 15 days the first year
• Sick Leave
• Holidays observed with pay:
  Martin Luther King Jr's Birthday, Memorial Day, Juneteenth Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day (and the Friday after), and all business days from December 24 through January 1
• Mileage reimbursement
• Professional Development reimbursement
• Participation in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program

If you're looking for a place where your work supports a greater mission and your well-being is truly valued, Badgerland Girl Scouts could be the perfect fit.

Let’s build a better future—together.

The Accounting and HR Specialist provides professional support for both the Finance and Human Resources departments by coordinating day-to-day accounting and HR functions. This position is responsible for processing financial transactions, supporting payroll and benefits administration, maintaining employee records, coordinating recruiting and onboarding activities, and ensuring accurate documentation and compliance with organizational policies.

Providing a full range of administration and organizational support, this person must be able to interact with all levels of the organization, respond well to pressure, be resourceful and efficient, and maintain a high level of professionalism and confidentiality. Expert-level written and verbal communication skills, strong decision-making ability, and attention to detail are equally important.

Job Type: Exempt/Salaried
Salary Range: $40,000-$55,000/Annually
Expected hours: 37.50/Weekly
Location: Madison, WI

• Manage all aspects of the Accounts Payable subsidiary ledger in accordance with the Council’s Policies and Procedures Manual, including processing vendor invoices and preparing weekly disbursements.
• Manage all aspects of the Accounts Receivable subsidiary ledger in accordance with the Council’s Policies and Procedures Manual, including processing cash receipts, generating customer invoices, and overseeing collection activities.
• Support monthly, quarterly, and year-end closing processes through the preparation of journal entries and reconciliation of balance sheet accounts.
• Assist with the preparation of financial reports, annual budgets, and audit schedules.
• Support compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and applicable local, state, and federal regulations.
• Assist with maintaining accurate financial records and supporting documentation.

• Serve as a primary point of contact for employee questions regarding policies, procedures, benefits, and workplace practices.
• Support employee engagement initiatives and assist in addressing employee concerns in a timely and professional manner.
• Maintain accurate employee records and HR databases, including processing personnel actions related to hiring, promotions, transfers, status changes, and terminations.
• Maintain employment records and documentation, including job descriptions, performance evaluations, benefits records, I-9 forms, and other required personnel files.
• Process and coordinate bi-weekly payroll activities, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
• Coordinate recruitment activities, including posting job openings, screening…