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Staff Accountant

CFS
  • Madison, WI
  • $70,000–$80,000 Per Year
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Job Description

Staff Accountant


Pay: $70,000-$80,000 annually


Why This Opportunity Stands Out



  • Competitive salary with opportunities for advancement and long-term career growth.

  • Hybrid work flexibility that supports both collaboration and work-life balance.

  • Supportive and accessible leadership team that values employee development and mentorship.

  • Stable, growing organization where your contributions make a visible impact.

  • Opportunity to expand your accounting expertise through diverse responsibilities and cross-functional exposure.

  • Collaborative team environment that encourages continuous learning and professional growth.

  • Strong company culture built on teamwork, accountability, and employee success.


Key Responsibilities



  • Prepare and maintain accurate journal entries, account reconciliations, and general ledger activities.

  • Assist with month-end and year-end close processes to ensure timely financial reporting.

  • Analyze financial data, investigate discrepancies, and recommend solutions.

  • Support accounts payable, accounts receivable, and cash management functions as needed.

  • Prepare financial reports and schedules for management review.

  • Collaborate with internal departments to improve processes and maintain strong financial controls.


Qualifications



  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

  • 2+ years of accounting experience preferred.

  • Strong understanding of general ledger accounting and financial reporting principles.

  • Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and accounting/ERP software.

  • Highly organized with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

  • Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment.


Keyword Line: Staff Accountant, Accountant, Senior Accountant, General Ledger Accountant, Financial Accountant, Corporate Accountant, Accounting Analyst, Month-End Close, Journal Entries, Account Reconciliation, Financial Reporting, Hybrid Accounting Jobs

Numbers & Facts

LocationMadison, WI
IndustryFinancial Services
Salary$70,000–$80,000 Per Year
Company Size500 to 999 employees
Year Founded1994
Websitehttp://www.cfstaffing.com/

About Company

Founded by CPA firms in 1994, Creative Financial Staffing has spent over 30 years helping job seekers and employers succeed. In fall 2025, we rebranded as CFS—a name that reflects our full range of expertise while staying true to the trusted company you know.

CFS is the industry’s leading employee-owned staffing firm, connecting top talent in accounting, finance, technology, and human resources. We provide skilled professionals on both a temporary and permanent basis across diverse industries, leveraging our extensive network to match the right people with the right opportunities.

Our dedication to excellence extends to our award-winning culture, recognized repeatedly for growth, recruiting, workplace environment, and employee support. Honors include Forbes’ “America’s Best Recruiting and Temporary Staffing Firms,” Staffing Industry Analysts’ top U.S. staffing rankings, FlexJobs’ Top 100 Companies for Remote and Hybrid Work, Top Workplaces USA, Newsweek’s Best Practices awards, and more.

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Skills

  • Accountingunmatched
  • Accounting Closeunmatched
  • Accounts Payableunmatched
  • Accounts Receivable Managementunmatched
  • Analysis Skillsunmatched
  • Communication Skillsunmatched
  • Cross-Functionalunmatched
  • ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning)unmatched
  • Financeunmatched
  • Financial Accountingunmatched
  • Financial Analysisunmatched
  • Financial Controlunmatched
  • Financial Reportingunmatched
  • General Ledger Accountingunmatched
  • Journal Entriesunmatched
  • Leadershipunmatched
  • Mentoringunmatched
  • Microsoft Excelunmatched
  • Organizational Skillsunmatched
  • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
  • Process Improvementunmatched
  • Reconciliationunmatched
  • Staff Developmentunmatched
  • Team Playerunmatched
  • Time Managementunmatched

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