Staff Accountant - Full-Cycle Accounting & Growth

Octopi; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) with match

PTO 120 hours

Job summary

Octopi, a Wisconsin-based brewing company, is seeking a Staff Accountant to support accounting and financial reporting, including journal entries, reconciliations, and month-end close. You will work closely with the Finance team to ensure accuracy and audit readiness.

This full-time role offers exposure to GL, AP/AR, reconciliations, and reporting, with a clear path to growth as the business expands. Our team values accuracy, initiative, and collaboration in a dynamic craft brewing environment.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of accounting experience preferred.
• 2-year accounting or business degree with 1–2 years of related experience, or a 4-year accounting degree.
• Working knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting principles.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and accounting software/ERP systems.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills, with excellent attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and post journal entries, and maintain and investigate general ledger account activity.
• Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations and support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close.
• Process and reconcile accounts payable, accounts receivable, and company bank deposits.
• Support preparation of financial statements and management reports.
• File and monitor tax reporting requirements, and maintain audit-ready accounting records.
• Track purchase orders and reconcile company credit card accounts.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Excel proficiency

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Accounting software

Education

Associates degree in accounting

Bachelor's degree in accounting

Tools

Microsoft Excel

ERP systems

Accounting software

Job description

Octopi, a Wisconsin-based brewing company, is seeking a Staff Accountant to support accounting and financial reporting, including journal entries, reconciliations, and month-end close. You will work closely with the Finance team to ensure accuracy and audit readiness.

This full-time role offers exposure to GL, AP/AR, reconciliations, and reporting, with a clear path to growth as the business expands. Our team values accuracy, initiative, and collaboration in a dynamic craft brewing environment.