Staff Accountant

Staff Accountant

Our client is an organization in the Madison area looking for a Staff Accountant
. This company is looking for someone with 2+ years of accounting experience with general accounting functions, organized and highly detailed.

The salary range for this job is $65-75k/year.

The Staff Accountant will be responsible for, but not limited to, the following:

• Process vendor invoices accurately and in a timely manner
• Match invoices to purchase orders and receiving documentation
• Resolve invoice discrepancies and respond to vendor inquiries
• Generate and distribute customer invoices
• Apply cash receipts and reconcile customer accounts
• Monitor aging reports and follow up on outstanding balances
• Resolve billing issues and customer payment discrepancies
• Assist with credit memos and adjustments as needed
• Prepare and post journal entries (accruals, prepaid expenses, allocations)
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts on a monthly basis
• Assist with month-end and year-end close processes
• Support financial statement preparation and variance analysis
• Maintain accurate general ledger records in accordance with company policies
• Assist with internal and external audits by providing documentation
• Support tax filings, including sales/use tax and other compliance requirements
• Ensure adherence to accounting policies and internal controls
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and efficiencies
• Assist with special projects as assigned

The Staff Accountant will possess the following:

Experience required

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field preferred but not required.
• 3–5 years of experience in an accounting-focused role
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with an ability to communicate clearly across teams.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Proactive mindset with a strong ability to problem-solve independently and collaboratively.
• Flexible and adaptable to change, with a commitment to continuous improvement and team development.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The compensation philosophy reflects the Company’s reasonable expectation at the time of posting. Actual compensation is influenced by a variety of factors including, but not limited to skills, experience level, and overall qualifications. This role may also be eligible to participate in a discretionary incentive program, subject to the rule governing the program.

Benefits:

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)

Seniority level:
Associate

Employment type:

Full-time

Job function:
Accounting/Auditing and Finance