Payroll & AP Accountant for Nonprofit Theater

Milwaukee Rep; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Milwaukee Repertory Theater seeks a Payroll/AP Accountant to manage weekly and bi-weekly payrolls and handle vendor/payables processing with precision. You will ensure union contract compliance, perform month-end reconciliations, and support HR on hires and changes.

You will contribute to accurate financial reporting, collaborate across departments, and help streamline processes with technology while maintaining deadlines in a fast-paced arts environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance or related field.
• 2-5 years of payroll experience, preferably nonprofit with unions.
• Experience with Sage Intacct, Paylocity and Bill.com.
• Strong balance sheet reconciliation knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Process four employee payrolls on weekly and bi-weekly cadences.
• Reconcile monthly GL entries and payroll liabilities; investigate variances.
• Manage accounts payable functions and vendor records accurately.
• Coordinate with HR on hires, terminations, and benefits changes.
• Administer 1099 contractor contracts and year-end reporting.
• Provide ad-hoc financial analysis and backup coverage as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Deadline-driven

Clear communication

Process improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Sage Intacct

Paylocity

Bill.com

Job description

Milwaukee Repertory Theater seeks a Payroll/AP Accountant to manage weekly and bi-weekly payrolls and handle vendor/payables processing with precision. You will ensure union contract compliance, perform month-end reconciliations, and support HR on hires and changes.

You will contribute to accurate financial reporting, collaborate across departments, and help streamline processes with technology while maintaining deadlines in a fast-paced arts environment.