Employee-Owned Full-Charge Bookkeeper

Barnes Inc; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Barnes, Inc. in Madison, Wisconsin is seeking a Full-Charge Bookkeeper to own financial records, month-end close, and reporting. The role emphasizes accuracy, ownership, and coordination with leadership and outside CPA partners.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years of bookkeeping experience, strong QuickBooks and Excel skills, and the ability to work independently while protecting confidential information. This is a full-time, on-site position.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of progressively responsible bookkeeping or accounting experience.
• Experience with general ledger accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, journal entries, account reconciliations, and month-end close.
• Working knowledge of QuickBooks.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize responsibilities, and meet deadlines.
• Ability to handle confidential financial and employee information with discretion.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the general ledger and supporting accounting records.
• Prepare routine journal entries and assist with month-end close.
• Reconcile bank accounts, credit cards, accounts receivable, inventory, payroll liabilities, and other balance sheet accounts.
• Process accounts payable, vendor payments, W-9 documentation, vendor reconciliations, and year-end 1099 support.
• Research and resolve accounting discrepancies and reconciling items.
• Prepare financial reports, schedules, and account information for management.
• Prepare Wisconsin sales and use tax returns and related adjustments.
• Maintain fixed asset schedules and supporting records for purchases and disposals.
• Provide accounting support for payroll reconciliations and assist with biweekly payroll processing when needed.
• Assist with year-end financial and tax information requests.

Skills

QuickBooks

Microsoft Excel

Reporting

Detail orientation

Independent work

Education

Associate's degree in accounting/finance/business

Tools

Sage

NetSuite

SAP

Job description

Barnes, Inc. in Madison, Wisconsin is seeking a Full-Charge Bookkeeper to own financial records, month-end close, and reporting. The role emphasizes accuracy, ownership, and coordination with leadership and outside CPA partners.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years of bookkeeping experience, strong QuickBooks and Excel skills, and the ability to work independently while protecting confidential information. This is a full-time, on-site position.