Accountant

Staffing Solutions Organization LLC (SSO) • Madison, WI

8d • $36 - $42 • Hybrid

About The Position

Staffing Solutions Organization LLC (SSO), an affiliate of Public Consulting Group LLC (PCG), is hiring a detail-oriented, analytical Accountant for the Retirement Accounting Bureau (RAB). The role focuses on complex financial analysis, reconciliations, process improvement, and compliance with governmental accounting standards. It is a full-time, 40-hour-per-week, long-term assignment of 12 months or more, with a hybrid schedule requiring at least one day per week onsite. Compensation is $35.50–$41.50 per hour, commensurate with experience.

The Accountant will perform accounting functions and financial calculations, manage appropriations, funds, and subledgers, and support accurate and timely financial reporting. The position also processes member account adjustments under ETF policies and state statutes, investigates accounting issues, and contributes to better accounting procedures and business processes. Success requires strong technical accounting skills, sound judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to analyze large volumes of data and recommend effective solutions.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. SSO does not provide work authorization sponsorship for this position, and the position is not eligible to support a STEM EAD extension application.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Two to five years of professional accounting experience, preferably in transactional accounting.
• Experience performing account reconciliations and financial analysis.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting, and internal controls.
• Knowledge of GAAP, preferably in a governmental accounting environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel.
• Experience with accounting or ERP systems.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and strong attention to detail.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States; the position is not eligible for work authorization sponsorship or a STEM EAD extension.

Nice To Haves

• PeopleSoft experience.
• Treasury or banking experience.
• Experience working with government agencies, public sector organizations, or employee benefit programs.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex accounting functions, financial calculations, and account reconciliations across multiple systems and data sources.
• Prepare, review, and post journal entries in accordance with GAAP.
• Manage and reconcile multiple appropriations, funds, and subledgers.
• Analyze financial data and prepare reports to support sound fiscal management.
• Process and review member account adjustments in accordance with ETF policies and state statutes.
• Research, analyze, and resolve accounting discrepancies and complex financial issues.
• Contribute to the development, implementation, and improvement of accounting procedures and business processes.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, accounting standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with internal teams to support accurate and timely financial reporting.

Benefits

• Medical insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• 401(k) with discretionary employer match.
• Paid time off.
• Paid holidays.
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA).
• Employee assistance program (EAP).
• Employee discounts and wellness perks.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level