We are looking for a Payroll & AP Manager to lead payroll and accounts payable operations for a high-volume, multi-state environment in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. This position oversees accurate payroll execution, timely vendor and employee payments, and strong compliance with tax, reporting, and audit requirements. The role also partners closely with finance and human resources to improve processes, support staff development, and maintain reliable financial controls.

Responsibilities:

• Direct end-to-end payroll administration, including timekeeping review, earnings and deduction processing, tax withholdings, benefit-related entries, and third-party remittances.
• Lead, mentor, and evaluate team members within payroll and accounts payable, while building documentation and training materials that support consistent performance.
• Ensure payroll cycles and payment runs are completed accurately and on schedule, investigating exceptions and resolving discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Partner with accounting and human resources to address payroll questions, reconcile issues, and maintain accurate financial reporting.
• Oversee 401(k) activity, including contribution processing, reporting support, reconciliations, and audit-related coordination.
• Review and balance payroll- and payables-related general ledger accounts to support month-end and year-end accuracy.
• Manage accounts payable operations across vendor invoices, employee reimbursements, travel expenses, and other organizational disbursements.
• Maintain vendor records, respond to payment inquiries, administer 1099 reporting, and oversee corporate card and incentive card activity in accordance with policy.
• Support internal and external audit requests by preparing records, documentation, and responses needed for financial reviews and program monitoring.
• Coordinate payable workflow changes involving movement from Sage to a new organizational system while preserving continuity and accurate posting of transactions.