Temporary Accounting Specialist

Compeer Financial•Fond du Lac, AK

8d•Hybrid

About The Position

This temporary, part-time position provides accurate and timely accounting processing and delivery of financial statements to clients. It supports less complex accounting accounts, including depreciation, payroll processing, and full-service accounts. The role generally runs from January through mid-April 2027, with approximately 20–40 hours of work per week during tax season. Further details about training and scheduling will be provided during an interview. The position is open to the Onalaska, Dodgeville, Sun Prairie, or Fond du Lac, Wisconsin office locations. Compeer Financial offers a flexible, hybrid work environment, with up to 50% work from home, and flexible schedules. The hourly pay range is $20–$25, with the actual rate dependent on factors including year in school, work experience, transferable skills, business needs, and market demands.

Requirements

Associate’s degree in business administration, accounting, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the essential functions of the job.
Previous experience in accounting or payroll processing.
Good written and oral communication skills.
High attention to detail.
High degree of accuracy and organization.
High level of ethical and professional judgment.
Strong computer skills, including MS Office applications and accounting software such as QuickBooks.
Ability to work with minimal supervision, individually or as part of a team.
Must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States; Compeer is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa.

Nice To Haves

Understanding of and experience in agricultural accounting is helpful, but not required.

Responsibilities

Process accounting transactions in a timely manner and in accordance with GAAP.
Enter client-provided accounting data into accounting software.
Review, balance, key, and print monthly accounting reports.
Analyze client data in accounting software, such as QuickBooks.
Meet multiple account deadlines, including completing accounting file processing in time for tax planning, W-2 and 1099 preparation, and year-end tax preparation.

Benefits

Flexible hybrid work environment, with up to 50% work from home.
Flexible schedules, including ample flexibility in the summer months.
Up to 9% towards 401(k): a 3% fixed Compeer contribution plus up to 6% match.
Medical, dental, and vision coverage; HSA/FSA; life and AD&D insurance; short- and long-term disability; wellness program; and EAP.
Vacation, sick leave, holidays and floating holidays, parental leave, and paid volunteer time off.
Learning and development programs.
Mentorship programs.
Cross-functional committee opportunities, including the Inclusion Council and emerging professional groups.
Professional membership and certification reimbursement.
Casual/seasonal and intern team members are not eligible for benefits except for state-mandated programs.