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We are looking for an Accounting Assistant to support accounts payable operations for an engineering organization in Madison, Wisconsin. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who is highly organized, accurate with financial details, and comfortable managing invoice and payment activity in a fast-paced environment. The role will focus on maintaining timely transaction processing, supporting expense and disbursement workflows, and helping keep accounting records current and reliable.
Job Responsibility
Review and process vendor invoices with careful attention to accuracy, approvals, and proper account assignment
Apply correct general ledger coding to payable transactions and verify supporting documentation before entry
Coordinate payment activities, including ACH transactions and scheduled check runs, to ensure obligations are paid on time
Examine employee expense submissions for completeness, policy alignment, and accurate reimbursement processing
Maintain organized accounts payable records and help resolve invoice, payment, or coding discrepancies with internal teams and vendors
Use Microsoft Excel to track payment details, reconcile information, and support routine reporting needs
Assist with day-to-day accounting administration to help ensure smooth and consistent payable operations
Requirements
Experience supporting accounts payable functions in a detail-focused business environment
Working knowledge of invoice coding, account coding, and payment processing procedures
Familiarity with ACH payments, check run coordination, and expense report review
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for tracking, organizing, and analyzing financial information
Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage high volumes of transactional data accurately
Effective communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with vendors and internal stakeholders
Ability to stay organized, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a structured accounting setting