Staff Accountant - Client Accounting Services

Overview

This role is a fully remote Staff Accountant opportunity with an employer based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The position is consultant/employer-serviced and focuses on client accounting services.

The employer is expanding and seeking to add two (2) Staff Accountants to manage a book of clients and perform real accounting work with direct client impact.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day accounting for multiple clients using QuickBooks Online
• Reconcile bank and credit card accounts on an ongoing basis
• Prepare monthly financial statements, including P&L and balance sheets
• Record and review journal entries for payroll, revenue, accruals, and adjustments
• Support month-end close with accuracy and consistency
• Assist with cleanup of prior-period books for new clients when needed
• Collaborate with managers and teammates to ensure work is completed on time
• Occasionally join onboarding or client calls when clarification or support is needed

What Success Looks Like

• Clients’ books are consistently clean and current
• Bank feeds are reviewed regularly, not ignored until month-end
• Clients receive timely responses and clear communication
• Comfortable managing clients with varying levels of complexity
• Work is completed steadily throughout the month rather than saved for the end

Requirements

• 2 or more years of experience in bookkeeping or accounting, preferably in a public accounting or outsourced accounting environment
• Strong QuickBooks Online experience
• Solid understanding of debits and credits and how financial statements work
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple deadlines
• Clear written and verbal communication skills
• Comfort working in a fast-paced, remote environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Cleanup experience (noted as a BIG PLUS)

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary up to $80K DOE (listed base comp “To $72K + Bonus + 100% Employer-Paid Benefits”)
• Annual bonus opportunity
• 401(k) with company match
• 100 percent employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Additional benefits for dependents
• Company-provided equipment and technology

Location

• Milwaukee, Wisconsin
• Fully remote work mode

Closing Date

• Sep 8, 2026