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Robert Half
Accounting Manager/Supervisor
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What they do
An Accounting Manager manages the accounting department of a company or organization. Directs the accounting staff that prepare financial statements and business activity and forecasting reports and tax filings. Monitors accounting data. Implements and manages accounting policies and procedures. Advises management with regard to finance decisions.
$147,088 / year median in Wisconsin
-11% projected decline
Job Description
Description We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager/Supervisor to support a portfolio of clients in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. This position oversees core accounting operations, delivers accurate financial reporting, and serves as a trusted point of contact for client questions. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, confidence working across multiple engagements, and the ability to guide both clients and team members effectively.
Responsibilities:
- Manage day-to-day accounting activities for multiple clients, including maintaining the general ledger and ensuring records remain accurate and current.
- Review financial reports and supporting work completed by team members to confirm quality, completeness, and compliance with accounting standards.
- Prepare periodic financial statements and management reports, including balance sheets and income statements, with an emphasis on accrual-based reporting.
- Lead payroll processing and related reporting tasks to ensure timely and accurate submissions.
- Analyze account balances, reconciliations, and financial trends to identify variances and support informed decision-making.
- Provide guidance to clients and internal staff on accounting software usage, troubleshoot questions, and promote effective system adoption.
- Coordinate audit support by assembling schedules and documentation for external auditors and responding to follow-up requests.
- Oversee regulatory reporting requirements, including 1099 preparation and filing as well as sales and use tax submissions.
- Support month-end close activities by preparing journal entries, reconciling accounts, and completing other assigned accounting duties as needed. Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a closely related field.
- Demonstrated experience with accrual-based accounting, full-charge bookkeeping, and multi-client accounting environments.
- Strong background in preparing, reviewing, and interpreting financial statements.
- Proficiency with accounting platforms, including QuickBooks Desktop and QuickBooks Online.
- Hands-on experience with month-end close, general ledger management, account reconciliations, and journal entries.
- Familiarity with payroll administration, 1099 reporting, and sales and use tax filings.
- Ability to communicate clearly with clients, train users on financial software, and collaborate effectively with team members.
- Experience supporting financial statement audits and preparing workpapers for outside auditors.