Senior Accountant in Madison

Date Posted: Friday, June 13, 2025

Job Snapshot

Job Description

Are you a seasoned accounting professional looking for flexibility, autonomy, and meaningful client work? Join our growing CPA firm as a Senior Accountant and help small business clients thrive — from wherever you are (as long as it’s within 3 hours of Madison, WI)!

We’re a client-focused CPA firm that specializes in providing personalized accounting and advisory services to small businesses across various industries. We believe in doing great work without unnecessary bureaucracy — and we truly value work-life balance for our team.

As a Senior Accountant, you'll serve as a trusted advisor to small business clients, providing high-quality accounting services including monthly financials, reconciliations, and client support. You’ll work closely with a supportive team and enjoy the freedom to work remotely or in a hybrid capacity — your choice.

The Opportunity:

  • Prepare and review monthly financial statements for small business clients

  • Perform bank and account reconciliations

  • Assist with year-end closings and liaise with tax preparers

  • Communicate directly with clients, providing timely and professional support

  • Help improve internal processes and contribute to client service excellence

Requirements:

  • 3+ years of accounting experience, ideally in a public accounting or client service role

  • Strong QuickBooks and Excel skills

  • Excellent communication skills — both written and verbal

  • Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and comfortable working independently

  • Must reside within a 3-hour drive of Madison, WI (for occasional team or client meetups)

Compensation and Benefits:

  • Salary of $65,000-$85,000 DOE

  • Flexible remote or hybrid work setup after one week in-office training

  • A collaborative, low-ego team culture

  • Opportunity to work closely with business owners and make a real impact

  • Growth potential in a supportive firm environment

 

If you're ready to join a firm where your skills are valued, your time is respected, and your ideas make an impact — we’d love to meet you.

 

Apply today to be considered! You can also reach out directly to Chad Smith - chad.smith@gogpac.com or 605-978-5433. We recruit for CPA Firms nationally on their in-office, hybrid, and remote hiring needs. We'd be happy to discuss any openings we are aware of!

 

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.