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Part-Time Bookkeeper

Part-time

Robert Half Accountemps

Madison, WIPart-time / ContractSeen todaySeen in employer's feed today

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Compensation
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Location
Madison, WI
Schedule
Part-time / Contract
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

The Bookkeeper supports day-to-day accounting activities for a retail organization in Madison, Wisconsin. This long-term contract role focuses on maintaining accurate records, assisting with account reconciliations, and supporting payables and receivables. The position also contributes to month-end tasks and produces financial reports and bookkeeping documentation.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Accounting PracticesInvoice ProcessingPayment ApplicationAccount ReconciliationSageMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft OfficeAttention to DetailRecord ManagementWritten CommunicationVerbal Communication

Qualifications

2+ Years Bookkeeping or AP/AR ExperienceAssociate Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or Related FieldU.S. Work Authorization

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
401(k) Match

Full job description

Description We are looking for a Bookkeeper to support day-to-day accounting activities for a retail organization in Madison, Wisconsin. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for someone who is highly organized, comfortable working with financial data, and confident handling both payables and receivables. The position focuses on maintaining accurate records, assisting with account reconciliations, and helping keep core bookkeeping processes running smoothly.

Responsibilities:

  • Manage incoming invoices, verify supporting documentation, and coordinate accurate payment processing within established timelines.

  • Review purchase-related records against bills and receipts to confirm completeness and resolve inconsistencies before payment.

  • Maintain supplier account information, reconcile vendor balances, and address billing issues in a timely manner.

  • Prepare customer billing, record incoming payments, and keep receivable ledgers current and accurate.

  • Track overdue customer balances, communicate regarding outstanding amounts, and support collection efforts when needed.

  • Reconcile bank activity and credit card transactions to ensure financial records reflect completed business activity.

  • Assist with month-end accounting tasks by organizing supporting data, preparing summaries, and contributing to routine close activities.

  • Produce financial reports and bookkeeping documentation while following company accounting standards and internal procedures. Requirements • At least 2 years of experience in bookkeeping or in accounts payable and accounts receivable support.

  • Working knowledge of core accounting practices, including invoice processing, payment application, and account reconciliation.

  • Experience using Sage accounting software in a detail-focused work environment.

  • Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.

  • Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage records accurately and consistently.

  • Effective written and verbal communication skills for working with vendors, customers, and internal teams.

  • Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field preferred.

Robert Half is the world’s 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 (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-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.

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How this job compares

Set against the 442 open Bookkeeper jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 4, 2026.

Pay
  • This postingNot listed
  • US median$56–62K/yr23 salary ranges
  • US median$17–25/hr117 hourly ranges
Openings
Olive Jobs lists 13 open Bookkeeper jobs in Wisconsin and 442 across the US. 1% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most across the US
Experience
This posting asks for at least 2 years of experience; Bookkeeper postings that state a minimum ask for 1 year at the median (333 postings).
Education
8 of the 442 open Bookkeeper jobs (2%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 4, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.

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