Finance & Operations Manager

Unified Engineering; Kalamazoo (MI); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Unified Engineering seeks an Accounting Administrator to manage finance operations, payroll, and billing across departments. The role emphasizes accuracy, timely processing, and strong collaboration with project managers and leadership.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years in accounting, payroll, AP/AR, and a solid grasp of GAAP. This hybrid position supports both Kalamazoo office activities and partial remote work, contributing to financial stability and operational success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field.
• 3–5 years of accounting, payroll, AP/AR experience.
• Solid understanding of GAAP and payroll tax rules.
• Experience with billing systems and vendor management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee accounts payable: process vendor invoices and employee expense reimbursements.
• Administer vendor purchase order (PO) process.
• Perform monthly bank reconciliations for multiple accounts.
• Reconcile general ledger accounts regularly.
• Monitor employee timesheet entry and payroll processing.
• Administer client billing and rate tables.
• Collaborate with project managers on client project costs.
• Maintain accounts receivable and follow up on outstanding balances.
• Support cash flow forecasting with leadership.
• Ensure compliance with sales tax and tax filings.
• Provide financial process documentation and training.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Financial reporting

Payroll administration

Accounts payable

Accounts receivable

Vendor management

Billing systems

Tax compliance

Detail orientation

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

Tools

QuickBooks

Deltek

SAP

Job description

Unified Engineering seeks an Accounting Administrator to manage finance operations, payroll, and billing across departments. The role emphasizes accuracy, timely processing, and strong collaboration with project managers and leadership.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years in accounting, payroll, AP/AR, and a solid grasp of GAAP. This hybrid position supports both Kalamazoo office activities and partial remote work, contributing to financial stability and operational success.