<p>We are looking for a Tax Accountant to join our team in the legal industry, located in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin. The Tax Accountant will be responsible for the preparation of a variety of federal and state income tax returns, implementing tax-planning strategies, and conducting tax-related research. You will also handle tasks related to trust accounting, estate and gift tax returns, and various bookkeeping and billing activities.</p><p><br></p><p>For immediate consideration call Bill Johannes at 414-662-3416 or connect on Linked-In . All conversations will be confidential. If you or someone you know would qualify for any of the positions listed below feel free to have them call me as well. Thanks for any consideration and I look forward to helping you. God Bless.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities: </p><p><br></p><p>• Prepare a variety of federal and state income tax returns focusing on Forms 1041, 1065, and 990-PF.</p><p>• Implement tax-planning strategies to optimize client's tax position.</p><p>• Conduct tax-related research to keep up-to-date with the latest tax laws and regulations.</p><p>• Review and process payments for quarterly estimated taxes.</p><p>• Participate in the firm's trust accounting practice when necessary.</p><p>• Prepare estate and gift tax returns in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.</p><p>• Perform a broad range of bookkeeping and billing activities to ensure accurate financial records.</p><p>• Work with various accounting software systems for efficient and accurate tax preparation and bookkeeping.</p><p>• Handle increased workloads during busy tax filing seasons, ensuring all deadlines are met.</p><p>• Maintain professional knowledge and skills in areas of tax compliance and planning.</p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Investment/Portfolio Manager to join a boutique law firm located in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin. In this role, you will oversee equity portfolios for high-net-worth and ultra-high-net-worth clients, including personal trusts, partnerships, and foundations. This position offers a unique opportunity to coordinate with external investment managers and brokers while ensuring tailored financial solutions for sensitive client relationships.</p><p><br></p><p>For immediate consideration call Bill Johannes at 414-662-3416 or connect on Linked-In . All conversations will be confidential. If you or someone you know would qualify for any of the positions listed below feel free to have them call me as well. Thanks for any consideration and I look forward to helping you. God Bless.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage and optimize equity portfolios for personal trusts, partnerships, and foundations, ensuring alignment with client goals.</p><p>• Oversee cash flow requirements and manage cash investments for trust accounts, foundations, and partnerships.</p><p>• Monitor portfolio holdings and provide updates on market trends, news, and relevant financial insights to trustees.</p><p>• Collaborate with external brokers to implement investment decisions, handle trust funding, distributions, and charitable donations.</p><p>• Establish and maintain strong relationships with external investment managers, ensuring seamless coordination.</p><p>• Prepare detailed investment performance reports and present findings to clients and stakeholders.</p><p>• Actively contribute to meeting client needs by adapting to various responsibilities within a small and dynamic team.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and tax laws governing trust investments and accounting.</p><p>• Utilize niche software tools and platforms, including Bloomberg and Morningstar, to support portfolio management efforts.</p>
Finance Manager'<br><br>Growing global manufacturer is seeking a strong Finance Manager to add to our team. <br><br>Experience required<br>• BS in Accounting or Business with an Accounting major or MBA<br>• CPA preferable<br>• Experience in the audit practice of a Big Four, with at least a year of experience as a manager <br>• Financial due diligence experience <br>• Prefer manufacturing experience <br>• Exposure to IFRS a plus<br><br>Main tasks <br>• Review of monthly reports submitted by subsidiaries to ensure accuracy and quality of financial reports<br>• Explain and/or validate explanations provided by subsidiaries in regard to main changes actual vs. prior year vs. budget, financial trends and forecasts<br>• Preparation of executive summaries of results and other financial KPIs<br>• Advise subsidiaries on handling of non-routine transactions, proper accounting procedures, and maintaining internal controls<br>• Preparation of consolidated financial statements<br>• Preparation/review of budgets and business plans<br>• Preparation of basic financial models<br>• Preparation of bridges to illustrate and summarize changes<br>• Analyze actual cash flows and estimates future cash flows<br>• Understanding of capital expenditure analysis, investment justifications and business cases <br>• Participate in new deal structuring, negotiations, and document review<br>• Provide financial analyses as needed, in particular for capital investments, pricing decisions, contract negotiations, product rationalizations, etc.<br> Able to prioritize and work with multiple supervisors including the CEO and CFO<br>• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel<br>• Preparation of presentations.<br><br>Medical, dental, vision, 401K and disability insurance.
<p>For more information and to be considered -<em> Send your resume to [email protected] or call Danielle at 630-368-1175 </em></p><p><br></p><p><em>Corporate Accounting Manager - get involved in process improvement at a growing company. You can make an impact and have opportunity to grow in a growing multi billion dollar organization. </em></p><p>full benefit package ; medical, dental, short term disability, long term, bonuses and full vacation, sick and holidays </p><p> 4 days on site and one day remote per week. </p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities </p><p>• Lead day-to-day corporate accounting activities, including month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with U.S. GAAP</p><p>• Manage and mentor a team of experienced accountants, fostering collaboration, accountability, and professional growth</p><p>• Create and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial statements to ensure completeness and accuracy of reported results</p><p>• Partner with the Controller on financial reporting, consolidation, and analysis of corporate and divisional performance</p><p>• Oversee the implementation and integration of key financial systems, including lease accounting, fixed asset management, and consolidation software</p><p>• Lead process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, consistency, and data integrity across multiple ERP platforms</p><p>• Maintain and strengthen internal controls to safeguard company assets and support audit readiness</p><p>• Coordinate annual external audits and regulatory filings, serving as the primary point of contact for auditors</p><p>• Participate in cross-functional projects supporting organizational transformation, scalability, and accounting and system modernization</p><p> Growing company offering Salary of 130k to 155k plus bonus </p><p>For immediate consideration; email your resume to [email protected] or call Danielle Tubero at 630-368-1175</p><p><em>"Our specialized recruiting professionals apply their expertise and utilize our proprietary AI to find you great job matches faster. "</em></p>
<p><em>The salary range for this position is $130,000-$135,000 and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected]</em></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Essential Duties and Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>This position requires the individual to have the ability to work effectively with external auditors, divisional business finance leaders and other functional members of the US Accounting COE team. </li><li>Review, process, gather, and compile accounting transactions and documents throughout the month for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with general accounting principles and established internal control policies and procedures. </li><li>Ensure 100% month-end close completeness each month for the revenue team. </li><li>Ensure complete reconciliation of balance sheet accounts while properly classifying revenue transactions for management reporting requirements. </li><li>Ensure financial integrity and timely monthly, quarterly and year end close processes. </li><li>Review journal entries and other month-end close tasks for the revenue accounting team. </li><li>Collaborate with other divisions and departments to accomplish goals and resolve issues. </li><li>Enhance and improve processes. This department is constantly looking to improve efficiency of processes and files. </li><li>Knowledgeable of external auditor requirements (e.g. PCAOB requirements, internal control documentation requirements)</li><li>Perform internal controls</li><li>Provide training and mentorship to other team members</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p>
<p><em>The salary for this position is $170,000 plus bonus, and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected]</em></p><p><br></p><p>The #1 thing on everyone's mind right now: ‘Where can I find a fresh start?’. NOTE: This position is a career-fast-track opportunity. Whoever fills this role is expected to be promoted quickly. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Job Description:</strong></p><p>• Lead monthly and quarterly financial reporting and analysis, including variance and profitability analysis, and produce comprehensive management and board reporting packages. Present written analysis to articulate key drivers, trends, and insights.</p><p>• Develop and maintain annual budget and rolling forecast models, ensuring alignment with operational and financial goals. Regularly track and assess project performance and communicate results effectively to key stakeholders, including senior leadership and the Board of Directors.</p><p>Operational Performance & Metrics Analysis:</p><p>• Conduct detailed analysis of operational drivers that impact company margin, including sales, contribution margins, operational expenses (OPEX), and delivery metrics (e.g., service tickets, labor hours, project timelines).</p><p>• Provide root cause analysis and present findings and actionable insights to leadership to drive business improvements.</p><p>Process Improvement & System Integration:</p><p>• Lead the design, implementation, and optimization of financial planning processes, systems, and tools, including business intelligence solutions.</p><p>• Take a proactive role in leading process improvement initiatives and system enhancements, including the integration of any new forecasting tools into the business operations.</p><p>Strategic Financial Modeling & Cross-Functional Collaboration:</p><p>• Develop financial models to support strategic initiatives, including customer pricing, labor staffing, and cost optimization.</p><p>• Work closely with cross-functional teams across operations, sales, and leadership to ensure financial insights are integrated into business strategies and build strong working relationships with stakeholders to foster a collaborative environment.</p><p>Team Leadership & Development </p><p>• Lead and mentor 1 Financial Analyst, providing training on financial reporting and analysis while fostering a collaborative team environment.</p><p>• Provide hands-on leadership to promote continuous learning and deepen financial acumen.</p><p>• Balance day-to-day execution with leadership responsibilities, ensuring the Analyst's success while maintaining your own individual deliverables. </p>
<p><em>The salary range for this position is $80,000-$85,000 plus bonus, and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected].</em></p><p><br></p><p>The #1 thing on everyone's mind right now: ‘Where can I find a fresh start?’. NOTE: This position is a career-fast-track opportunity. Whoever fills this role is expected to be promoted quickly. </p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Key Responsibilities </u></strong></p><p>The Payroll Administrator is responsible for assisting the Payroll Operations Manager with all aspects of payroll for First Trust Portfolios and their domestic and international affiliates.</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Key </strong></p><p><strong>Responsibilities </strong></p><ul><li>Assist in processing the full payroll cycle for all entities including data input, transmission, auditing, reporting, balancing, and reconciliation.</li><li>Prepare regular reports such as quarterly 401k matching, benefit billing summaries, and overtime</li><li>Manage state-specific tax/insurance reporting and billing.</li><li>Partner with internal Tax and Accounting departments for payroll account and G/L reconciliations, and regular reporting</li><li>Provide information to third-parties including vendors and audit teams</li><li>Answer manager and employee questions, and resolve payroll issues</li><li>Maintain employee payroll files</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><br></p>
<p><em>The salary range for this position is $80,000-85,000 plus bonus, and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected].</em></p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Key Responsibilities </u></strong></p><p>The Payroll Administrator is responsible for assisting the Payroll Operations Manager with all aspects of payroll for First Trust Portfolios and their domestic and international affiliates.<strong> </strong></p><ul><li>Assist in processing the full payroll cycle for all entities including data input, transmission, auditing, reporting, balancing, and reconciliation.</li><li>Prepare regular reports such as quarterly 401k matching, benefit billing summaries, and overtime</li><li>Manage state-specific tax/insurance reporting and billing.</li><li>Partner with internal Tax and Accounting departments for payroll account and G/L reconciliations, and regular reporting</li><li>Provide information to third-parties including vendors and audit teams</li><li>Answer manager and employee questions, and resolve payroll issues</li><li>Maintain employee payroll files</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p>
<p><strong>Staff Accountant role in Madison, WI. For immediate consideration contact Jon Wright at 608-338-1052.</strong></p><p><br></p><p>Robert Half is looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join an exciting team in Madison, Wisconsin. In this role, you will oversee daily accounting operations, ensuring financial accuracy and compliance, as well as handle some office management responsibilities. The ideal candidate will have a strong analytical mindset, excellent communication skills, and a proven ability to handle complex financial tasks with precision.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare and record journal entries to maintain accurate financial records.</p><p>• Manage accounts payable processes, including timely invoice payments and vendor communication.</p><p>• Oversee sales and use tax calculations and filings to ensure compliance with regulations.</p><p>• Handle expense reimbursements and verify supporting documentation.</p><p>• Maintain and reconcile the general ledger to ensure data integrity.</p><p>• Assist in the preparation of financial statements and related reports.</p><p>• Perform month-end close activities, including account reconciliations and variance analysis.</p><p>• Utilize QuickBooks to manage accounting transactions and generate reports.</p><p>• Support office administration tasks to ensure smooth operational workflows.</p><p>• Collaborate with team members and stakeholders to address financial inquiries and provide insights.</p>
<p>🚀 <strong>Join a Growing Construction Leader as Senior Accountant!</strong> </p><p><br></p><p>Ready to take your accounting career to the next level? This is a newly created role at a reputable, expanding construction firm in Madison—with real impact, growth prospects, and a tenured team of experts. The ideal candidate will have 5-7+ years strong accounting experience, job costing experience is highly preferred! For consideration, please apply with your most up to date resume (in confidence) and reach out to Aislynn at 608-716-5643 for more detail. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Lead job costing and oversee project accounting for complex construction projects</li><li>Prepare, post, and reconcile complex journal entries and support monthly/annual close</li><li>Oversee AR/AP, payroll processing, and maintain accurate records and compliance</li><li>Drive financial reporting, analysis, and support audit preparations</li><li>Collaborate with project management and operations teams on financial insights</li><li>Assist with continuous process improvements and accounting system enhancements</li><li>Mentor and guide accounting staff (no direct supervisory responsibilities!)</li><li>Ensure accurate asset, equipment, and tax compliance accounting 🏗️</li></ul><p><br></p>
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our team in Madison, Wisconsin. This is a long-term contract position that offers the opportunity to contribute to maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring compliance with accounting standards. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in corporate tax, sales tax, and general ledger management to support the organization’s financial operations.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Perform thorough reconciliations of balance sheet accounts to ensure accuracy and compliance.<br>• Review and eliminate duplicate customer profiles to maintain clean and organized records.<br>• Conduct cleanup of financial data to support accurate data conversions and reporting.<br>• Prepare and post journal entries to ensure proper accounting of financial transactions.<br>• Manage general ledger activities, including account analysis and adjustments.<br>• Handle corporate tax returns, ensuring timely and accurate submission.<br>• Oversee sales tax processes, including calculations and filings.<br>• Collaborate with other departments to address accounting discrepancies and improve processes.<br>• Provide detailed financial reports and analysis to support decision-making.<br>• Maintain adherence to accounting policies and regulatory requirements.
<p><em>The salary range for this position is $170,000-$195,000 plus bonus, and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected]</em></p><p><br></p><p>The #1 thing on everyone's mind right now: ‘Where can I find a fresh start?’. NOTE: This position is a career-fast-track opportunity. Whoever fills this role is expected to be promoted quickly. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Job Description</strong></p><p>• Develop and execute a global tax strategy that supports growth, compliance, and risk mitigation across all operating jurisdictions.</p><p>• Establish and maintain tax governance, policies, and controls that align with audit and SOX/ICFR standards.</p><p>• Maintain a global tax calendar and ensure on-time filings and payments for all legal entities.</p><p>• Monitor international tax law changes (OECD BEPS, Pillar Two, EU e-invoicing, etc.) and communicate business impacts.</p><p>• Identify and manage global tax risks, including nexus, permanent establishment, transfer pricing, and indirect tax exposure.</p><p>• Oversee all direct and indirect tax compliance activities (corporate income tax, VAT/GST, sales & use tax, payroll and withholding).</p><p>• Ensure accuracy and timeliness of all tax filings and payments globally.</p><p>• Coordinate quarterly and annual tax provision calculations, estimated payments, and reconciliations. </p><p>• Manage relationships with external advisors and auditors to ensure compliance and efficiency.</p><p>• Develop, document, and maintain transfer pricing policies covering intercompany services, cost allocations, and markups.</p><p>• Lead the preparation of Master and Local Files and coordinate annual true-ups.</p><p>• Collaborate with FP& A and Regional Controllers to validate intercompany transactions and ensure proper accounting treatment.</p><p>• Support due diligence, structuring, and post-acquisition integration from a tax perspective.</p><p>• Lead onboarding of new entities into ERP and tax systems to ensure compliant and consistent setup.</p><p>• Partner with Controllership to optimize entity structures and manage cross-border tax implications.</p><p>• Lead Avalara implementation and optimization for both U.S. and international tax operations.</p><p><br></p><p><strong> </strong></p>
<p><em>The salary range for this position is $90,000-$100,000 and it comes with benefits, including Medical/Dental, 401k & time off. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected]</em></p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Job description</u></strong></p><ul><li>Accounts payable set up purchase orders, enter invoices, obtain approvals from project managers, follow up on problem invoices/vendor credits. Collate invoice with checks. Maintain subcontractors certificates of insurance</li><li>Enter weekly payroll in Sage & ADP, distribute reports to project managers for approval. Track time off, apprentice union raises</li><li>Assist with tracking cash flow and change order collection</li><li>Log, track all orders, deliveries, invoices and payments</li><li>Process sale and use/lease tax</li><li>Prepare budget entry in the online system</li><li>Service dispatch, billing, and collections. Provide customers with certificates of insurance</li><li>Order office supplies and equipmentMedical/Dental, 401k & time off</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>We are seeking an experienced Assistant Controller to work closely with the CFO to ensure the accuracy and integrity of accounting and financial data across our organization and subsidiaries. This hands-on role requires strong technical accounting knowledge, GAAP expertise, and the ability to manage day-to-day accounting operations while supporting strategic financial reporting and analysis. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, highly organized, and thrives in a collaborative environment where they can make an immediate impact with potential grow into a Controller opportunity.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities:</p><p>Manage month-end closing activities, including journal entries, account reconciliations, fixed assets, prepaid(s) and accruals, revenue recognition and</p><p>financial statement preparation.</p><p>-Manage month-end and year-end closing processes, including preparing journal entries, reconciling general ledger accounts, and preparing financial statements</p><p>-Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual audited financial statements for subsidiary companies</p><p>-Conduct account analysis and reconciliations to identify and resolve discrepancies</p><p>-Manage fixed assets, prepaid expenses, accruals, and revenue recognition in accordance with GAAP</p><p>-Prepare budgets and forecasts to support strategic planning initiatives</p><p>-Provide ongoing financial reporting and analysis to support management decision-making</p><p>-Deliver actionable insights through variance analysis and financial modeling</p><p>-Prepare all workpapers and documentation for external auditors during annual audits</p><p>-Ensure compliance with GAAP, federal, state, and local financial regulations and tax laws</p><p>-Establish, monitor, and enforce internal controls to protect company assets</p><p>-Partner with other departments to provide accounting support and guidance on financial matters (hands-on approach)</p><p>-Work effectively with the CFO, colleagues, and external stakeholders to maintain constructive working relationships</p><p>-Participate in special projects and initiatives as needed</p><p>-Ability to work in small team, collaborative environment</p><p>• Location: Lincolnshire, IL 60069 (100% onsite)</p><p>• Schedule: Mon–Fri, 8:00am–5:00pm</p><p><br></p><p>Salary: $100,000–$120,000 + potential discretionary bonus</p><p>Benefits:</p><p>• 15 PTO days + paid holidays</p><p>• Medical, Dental & Vision</p><p>• Company-paid Life & Long-Term Disability</p><p>• 401(k) with company match</p>
<p><strong>Now Hiring! Plant Controller in Janesville!</strong></p><p><br></p><p>A growing, family-owned manufacturing company is seeking a hands-on Controller to oversee all financial and administrative operations, drive cost accounting initiatives, and support HR processes. The ideal candidate will bring 7+ years accounting experience (CPA or CMA preferred), a background in manufacturing, and proven supervisory skills. Join a close-knit team with plenty of autonomy and an opportunity to make a direct impact on business growth. For consideration, please apply with your must up to date resume (in confidence) and call Aislynn at 608-716-5643.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee all accounting operations, financial reporting, and compliance with U.S. GAAP</li><li>Lead cost accounting, including analysis of materials, labor, overhead, and production variance</li><li>Direct budgeting, forecasting, and support strategic business planning</li><li>Supervise, mentor, and develop accounting and administrative staff</li><li>Manage payroll, benefits, and insurance programs, including vendor relationships and renewals</li><li>Optimize and implement ERP/HRIS system processes</li><li>Collaborate with operations leadership to evaluate pricing, quoting, and profitability</li><li>Foster a positive team culture, continuous improvement, and cross-department communication</li></ul>
<p>🌟 Take the Lead in Shaping Financial Excellence! 🌟</p><p><br></p><p>Bring your accounting expertise to a team where your drive for accuracy, compliance, and collaboration will shine. Robert Half has partnered with one of our long-standing clients in their search for an Assistant Controller. The ideal candidate will have 7+ years of strong accounting experience. Some experience working with a publicly traded organization is preferred! For consideration please call 608-716-5643 or connect with me (Aislynn Dixon) on LinkedIn and send me a message there for more detail. </p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Responsibilities:</u></strong></p><ul><li>Prepare and fine-tune quarterly and annual statements, disclosures, and supporting management analysis, with an emphasis on clarity and transparency</li><li>Validate and authorize select entries prepared by junior staff, supporting overall data quality and best practice compliance</li><li>Guide the month-end financial close cycle, producing required schedules, journal entries, and financial reports while ensuring timely completion</li><li>Lead oversight of the organization’s general ledger, ensuring all transactions are precisely documented and reconciled, including transactions between business units</li><li>Organize the preparation of key audit materials for quarterly and year-end financial reviews, including hands-on coordination with external auditors</li><li>Partner on technically complex accounting issues, taking responsibility for documenting guidance and updating policy materials</li><li>Uphold internal control standards for financial reporting, championing compliance initiatives and continuous process improvement in line with regulatory requirements</li></ul>
