Staff Accountant

Description We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our team in Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin. In this role, you will handle comprehensive accounting tasks, from compiling financial statements to assisting clients with financial projections and performance improvements. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of various accounting systems and demonstrate exceptional organizational and analytical skills. Responsibilities: u2022 Set up new clients on accounting systems using financial statements, tax returns, and other relevant documents, even when information is incomplete. u2022 Utilize and understand various software platforms, including Greentree, Sage Fixed Asset Software, QuickBooks, Peachtree, and Microsoft Office. u2022 Prepare and deliver monthly financial statements for clients, ensuring timely completion and reviewing results with them. u2022 Provide strategic support to clients, helping improve their business performance and documenting processes for reference. u2022 Engage in discussions with business owners regarding operational topics such as sales, gross profit, payroll, expenses, benchmarks, and inventory management. u2022 Train and mentor support staff, ensuring they understand the attributes of successful client management. u2022 Create, review, and finalize financial reports, reconciliations, and workpapers with accuracy. u2022 Identify growth opportunities within tax, payroll, and financial services, communicating these to the Accounting Manager. u2022 Monitor and track deliverables, providing regular updates to the Accounting Manager on their status. u2022 Assist with client filings, including income tax, personal property tax, and annual reports. Requirements u2022 Proficiency in tax-related tasks, including corporate and sales tax. u2022 Strong experience with corporate tax returns and journal entries. u2022 Advanced knowledge of general ledger management and financial reconciliation. u2022 Familiarity with accounting software such as QuickBooks, Sage, and Peachtree. u2022 Ability to compile and analyze financial statements with attention to detail. u2022 Effective communication skills to discuss financial and operational issues with clients. u2022 Experience mentoring and training staff to enhance team performance. u2022 Capability to manage workloads across multiple clients and deliver results on time. Robert Half is the worldu2019s 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 ( 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. u00a9 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking u201cApply Now,u201d youu2019re agreeing to Robert Halfu2019s Terms of Use ( and Privacy Notice (.

Created: 2026-03-07