Staff Accountant

Staff AccountantJob Title: Staff Accountant (Temp-to-Hire)Location: Milwaukee, WI 53209 (Hybrid – onsite initially, then 3–4 days per week onsite)Pay: $30–33/hour (temp) | $70,000 annually if converted to permanentBenefits: For eligible employees, we offer Health, Dental and Vision insurances, in addition to a 401(k)Position Overview: We are seeking an experienced Staff Accountant to join our accounting team on a temp-to-hire basis. This role is backfilling for an incumbent currently on extended leave, with the expectation of evaluating long-term fit within 60 days. The position is ideal for candidates with 3–5 years of accounting experience who are confident handling both Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable, along with some journal entries and month-end responsibilities.Key Responsibilities:Manage Accounts Receivable functions including billing, collections, and resolving order/pricing questions with the sales department.Oversee Accounts Payable for all suppliers, processing 250–300 invoices per week and managing weekly check runs.Perform journal entries and month-end accruals to support closing activities.Reconcile accounts and ensure accuracy of transactions across billing and payables.Collaborate with the accounting team and provide support during quarter-end and budget cycles.Qualifications:3–5 years of relevant accounting experience (AR, billing/collections, full-cycle AP).Ability to perform journal entries and support month-end close.Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (v-lookups, pivot tables required).Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple priorities.Experience with Syspro or Concur is a plus, but not required.Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field preferred.Work Schedule & Environment:Standard hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM with some flexibility.Hybrid schedule: onsite daily during initial training, then transition to 3–4 days onsite per week based on performance.Business casual dress code, cube environment.Job Type: Temp-to-Hire Pay: $30–33/hour (temp) | $70,000 annually if converted Schedule: Monday–Friday, 40 hours per weekHow to Apply: If you are an experienced accounting professional seeking a stable, hybrid opportunity with a supportive team environment, please apply with your updated resume today. Interviews will begin the week of October 8, with an anticipated start date the week of October 13.