Accounting & Payroll Manager

Accounting Payroll Manager

An exciting opportunity has become available with our client, a leading digital marketing agency renowned for empowering small and mid-sized businesses through innovative, results-driven advertising and marketing solutions. With a collaborative and flexible company culture, our client boasts a high employee retention rate and commitment to long-term professional growth.

They are currently seeking a skilled Accounting Payroll Manager to oversee financial operations and play a vital role in driving organizational success.

Key Responsibilities:

- Oversee and manage accounts payable and accounts receivable processes, ensuring timely payment cycles and accurate client billing.

- Prepare, send, and track client invoices; monitor incoming payments and collections.

- Reconcile company bank accounts and credit card statements on a monthly basis.

- Process and record monthly company expenses and manage vendor payments.

- Maintain financial records using QuickBooks and support ongoing internal and external reporting needs.

- Administer and process semi-monthly payroll, including payroll reporting and commission calculations.

- Coordinate employee compensation matters in collaboration with HR and assist in maintaining payroll documentation.

- Manage retirement plan administration, including SIMPLE IRA contributions, reporting, and liaison with the company’s broker.

- Support company leadership with operational and financial initiatives by preparing reports, managing spreadsheets, and maintaining detailed documentation.

- Handle confidential financial information with discretion and uphold the highest standards of accuracy and integrity.

Requirements:

- Minimum of 10 years’ experience in accounting, accounts payable/receivable, and payroll functions.

- Proven expertise in QuickBooks; experience with Paycor is a plus.

- Strong understanding of retirement plan administration, particularly SIMPLE IRA programs.

- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Google Workspace.

- Exceptional organizational, analytical, and time management skills.

- High degree of accuracy, attention to detail, and reliability.

- Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills; comfortable engaging with both clients and company leadership.

- Ability to maintain confidentiality when managing sensitive information.

- Willingness and ability to work onsite in Hoffman Estates, Illinois, as part of a hybrid schedule.

Benefits:

- Hybrid work schedule (2 remote days per week).

- Competitive salary, commensurate with experience.

- SIMPLE IRA with 3% company match and immediate vesting.

- Substantial employer contributions toward health and dental insurance.

- Two weeks paid vacation during the first year.

- Casual, supportive, and flexible work environment.

- Direct collaboration with executive leadership and the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to a growing and reputable agency.