STAFF ACCOUNTANT - MADISON, WI

Compass Group USA; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 58,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Plan

Health and Wellness Programs

Discount Marketplace

Identity Theft Protection

Pet Insurance

Job summary

Compass Group USA is hiring a STAFF ACCOUNTANT for an in-office role in Wisconsin. The position offers 7am-4pm Monday-Friday with a pay range of $58,000 to $63,000 and an internal employee referral bonus.

The Staff Accountant will support accounts receivable, month-end close, reports, and inventory reconciliations across Vending, Market, and Office Coffee Service. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and eager to grow within an operations-focused accounting environment, with

Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field; equivalent experience will be considered.
• 1-3 years of accounting or bookkeeping experience required.
• Experience with reconciliations, journal entries, and month-end close activities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including lookup formulas and pivot tables.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and follow-through.
• Ability to work independently, manage deadlines, and prioritize competing responsibilities.
• Strong communication skills and a willingness to ask questions and learn.
• Positive attitude, initiative, and desire for professional growth.

Responsibilities

• Support accounts receivable activities.
• Prepare weekly and monthly reports.
• Assist with month-end close activities, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting documentation.
• Perform monthly inventory reconciliations.
• Manage P-card activity and supporting documentation.
• Process customer commissions.
• Participate in cash room activities, including petty cash reconciliation and cash management.
• Assist with fixed asset tracking and management.
• Research and resolve accounting discrepancies.
• Support audits, compliance activities, data entry, and special projects as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Independent worker

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field

Tools

Excel

Pivot tables

Job description

We are hiring immediately for a STAFF ACCOUNTANT position.

Location: Note: online applications accepted only.

Schedule: Monday-Friday - 7am-4pm

Requirement: In-office

Pay Range: $58,000 to 63,000 *Internal Employee Referral Bonus Available

Canteen brings break time to everyone. We combine food, service, and experience backed by industry-leading technology to help companies create a better workplace and connect their employees. Canteen’s solutions include markets, office coffee and snacks, unattended retail, and culinary. Our people are at the heart of everything we do. Their dedication, collaboration, and passion fuel our growth. Interested in joining our team? You bring the enthusiasm, customer service, and commitment; we’ll supply the opportunity and innovation. Together, we’ll continue to transform our industry.

Come for the job, stay for the career. We are Canteen.

Job Summary

The Staff Accountant provides accounting and operational support across our three lines of business: Vending, Market, Office Coffee Service (OCS). This position is ideal for someone who is detail-oriented, organized, eager to learn, and interested in growing their career within an operations-focused accounting environment.

The successful candidate will be comfortable working independently, managing multiple priorities, and taking ownership of their responsibilities. We are looking for someone who enjoys problem solving, takes initiative, and seeks additional responsibilities when time allows. This role offers exposure to multiple areas of the business and opportunities for professional growth over time.

Key Responsibilities

• Support accounts receivable activities
• Prepare weekly and monthly reports
• Assist with month-end close activities, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting documentation
• Perform monthly inventory reconciliations
• Manage P-card activity and supporting documentation
• Process customer commissions
• Participate in cash room activities, including petty cash reconciliation and cash management
• Assist with fixed asset tracking and management
• Research and resolve accounting discrepancies
• Support audits, compliance activities, data entry, and special projects as assigned

Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field; equivalent experience will be considered
• 1-3 years of accounting or bookkeeping experience required
• Experience with reconciliations, journal entries, and month-end close activities
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including lookup formulas and pivot tables
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and follow-through
• Ability to work independently, manage deadlines, and prioritize competing responsibilities
• Strong communication skills and a willingness to ask questions and learn
• Positive attitude, initiative, and desire for professional growth

Why Join Us?

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a long-term career in accounting and operations. You'll gain hands-on experience across multiple areas of the business, work closely with leadership, and have opportunities to take on additional responsibilities as your skills and experience grow. This role is well-suited for someone who is looking to expand their knowledge and develop into a larger role over time.

Associates at Canteen are offered many fantastic benefits.

• Retirement Plan
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Voluntary Benefits, including Critical Illness Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Legal Services
• Choice Auto and Home Program

Full-time and part-time positions offer the following benefits to associates

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/AD
• Disability Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs).

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, clickhere or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.

About Compass Group: Achieving leadership in the foodservice industry

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Canteen maintains a drug-free workplace.

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