KerberRose · 20 hours ago
Accounts Receivable & Payroll Specialist
KerberRose is seeking an Accounts Receivable & Payroll Specialist to join their finance team. This role is responsible for full-cycle accounts receivable and payroll processing, focusing on accuracy, compliance, and timely execution.
Responsibilities
Prepare and distribute customer invoices accurately and on time
Apply incoming payments (check, ACH, credit card, wire transfer) to customer accounts
Monitor AR aging reports and follow up on overdue balances
Manage collections efforts, including customer communication and payment arrangements
Reconcile customer accounts and resolve billing discrepancies
Prepare AR aging summaries, cash flow forecasts, and collection metrics
Collect, verify, and process timekeeping data for hourly and salaried employees
Calculate payroll including taxes, benefits, garnishments, overtime, and bonuses
Process bi-weekly (or scheduled) payroll runs using payroll software
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll tax regulations
Respond to employee payroll questions and resolve discrepancies
Prepare payroll reports, journal entries, and support year-end processing (W-2s)
Reconcile AR and payroll-related general ledger accounts
Assist with month-end and year-end close activities
Maintain strict confidentiality of financial and employee data
Identify opportunities for process improvements and increased efficiency
Qualification
Required
Proficiency with accounting and payroll systems
Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office
Understanding of accounting principles and reconciliations
Knowledge of payroll laws, tax withholdings, and compliance requirements
Strong organizational and time-management skills
Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving abilities
Effective communication skills and high level of integrity
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field
2–5 years of experience in accounts receivable, payroll, bookkeeping, or general accounting
Experience with full-cycle AR and payroll processing
Preferred
Multi-state payroll and year-end reporting experience
Company
KerberRose
In the 1980s, three like-minded practitioners in Shawano, WI, shared a vision of offering proactive, personalized tax and accounting services to local individuals and businesses.