Accounting Manager/Office Manager

We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager/Office Manager to join a growing general contracting company in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. This role combines day-to-day financial leadership with office administration and employee support, making it ideal for someone who is comfortable taking ownership of multiple priorities while maintaining precision. The position offers the chance to strengthen internal processes, support operational efficiency, and contribute to a stable team during an upcoming leadership transition.

For immediate consideration call Bill Johannes at 414-662-3416 or connect on Linked-In . All conversations will be confidential. If you or someone you know would qualify for any of the positions listed below feel free to have them call me as well. Thanks for any consideration and I look forward to helping you. God Bless.

Responsibilities:

• Direct daily accounting operations, including customer invoicing, receivables management, vendor payments, and maintenance of accurate financial records.

• Establish and refine accounting workflows, internal controls, and reconciliation practices to support reliable reporting and strong financial oversight.

• Coordinate monthly draw activity with clients and title partners, ensuring documentation and funding requests are completed accurately and on schedule.

• Manage cash activity, including payment safeguards such as positive pay, to support liquidity and reduce financial risk.

• Administer payroll on a biweekly schedule, complete related tax deposits, and prepare required quarterly and annual payroll filings.

• Oversee sales tax submissions, maintain vendor tax documentation records, and complete year-end tax form processing.

• Track capital asset additions and disposals to support depreciation schedules and accurate fixed asset reporting.

• Prepare supporting schedules and work papers for the annual financial review and serve as a point of coordination with external auditors.

• Handle employee onboarding and separation processes tied to payroll, benefits, and retirement plan administration, including health coverage and 401(k) updates.

• Support general office operations by managing supply purchasing, monitoring office equipment, and providing notary services as needed.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.
• At least 7 years of progressively responsible accounting experience, preferably in construction or a related project-based environment.
• Demonstrated ability to manage general ledger activity, account reconciliations, journal entries, month-end close, and financial reporting.
• Experience processing in-house payroll, payroll tax reporting, and year-end payroll documentation.
• Proficiency with QuickBooks and strong working knowledge of Excel.
• High level of accuracy, sound organizational ability, and strong problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage competing deadlines, and take initiative on new projects with confidence.

Compensation

Based on experience

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