Accounting Operations Manager

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an Accounting Operations Manager to oversee core financial processes and keep daily accounting activities running smoothly in Columbus, Ohio. This role supports accurate billing, timely payments, and dependable payroll administration while maintaining strong attention to detail across multiple workstreams. The ideal candidate brings hands-on accounting experience, sound judgment, and the ability to manage recurring transactions with consistency and accuracy.

Responsibilities:
• Manage customer invoicing each month across time-based, milestone-driven, and fixed-fee engagements, ensuring charges and reimbursable costs are billed accurately and on schedule.
• Oversee accounts receivable activity by tracking outstanding balances, maintaining billing records, and supporting timely collection efforts.
• Process vendor invoices and coordinate regular payment cycles, confirming approvals, coding accuracy, and proper documentation before disbursement.
• Administer recurring partner and independent contractor payments, including scheduled wire transfers and related payment records.
• Run payroll for a small employee population, ensuring wages, salaries, and related entries are completed accurately and on time.
• Perform bank and account reconciliations to verify transactions, resolve discrepancies, and support month-end financial accuracy.
• Maintain accounting data within QuickBooks and other financial records with a high level of precision and organization.
• Support project-based accounting activities by aligning billing and payment processes with contract terms and financial requirements.• Experience handling both accounts payable and accounts receivable responsibilities in an accounting environment that requires close attention to detail.
• Proficiency with QuickBooks and confidence working within accounting systems to enter, track, and reconcile transactions.
• Background in invoice processing, including customer billing, vendor payments, and expense-related charges.
• Knowledge of payroll administration for salaried and hourly employees.
• Strong data entry skills with close attention to accuracy, completeness, and record integrity.
• Familiarity with bank reconciliations and the ability to investigate and resolve variances efficiently.
• Understanding of project accounting concepts and the ability to support billing tied to different fee structures.