Office Manager & Payroll Lead — QuickBooks Expert

Express Employment International; Urbana (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Express Employment International in Urbana, IL is seeking an Office Manager to oversee day-to-day operations, handle accounting tasks, payroll, and HR functions within a small team. The role emphasizes leadership to keep the office organized and moving smoothly, with a long-term career path for the right candidate.

Based in the Champaign-Urbana Area, the position offers hands-on accounting responsibilities, QuickBooks usage, and collaboration with management to support growth and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of basic accounting practices.
• Experience with QuickBooks.
• AP/AR and payroll experience.
• Experience with general ledgers/registers.
• HR experience is a major plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day office operations and administrative tasks.
• Handle Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable.
• Process payroll and maintain accurate financial records.
• Work in QuickBooks for daily accounting activities.
• Maintain and reconcile general ledgers/registers.
• Help keep office processes organized and running efficiently.
• Provide leadership and direction to office staff.
• Assist with employee-related matters and general HR functions.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation.
• Communicate with customers, employees, vendors, and management.
• Identify issues and help find practical solutions.
• Take on additional administrative and accounting responsibilities as needed.

Skills

Accounting basics

QuickBooks

AP/AR

Payroll

Leadership

HR experience

Organizational skills

Tools

QuickBooks

Job description

Express Employment International in Urbana, IL is seeking an Office Manager to oversee day-to-day operations, handle accounting tasks, payroll, and HR functions within a small team. The role emphasizes leadership to keep the office organized and moving smoothly, with a long-term career path for the right candidate.

Based in the Champaign-Urbana Area, the position offers hands-on accounting responsibilities, QuickBooks usage, and collaboration with management to support growth and efficiency.