Accounting & Payroll Specialist

The QTI Group is excited to partner with a Madison-area manufacturer to hire an Accounting and Payroll Specialist
. We are looking for a dedicated, detail-oriented employee prepared to handle core accounting functions as well as payroll processing and records.

$25-$30/hr + a full slate of generous benefits

Hybrid, located in Madison, WI

• Prepare and analyze daily billing and sales reports.
• Perform monthly journal entries and account reconciliations, and compile and review monthly financial statements.
• Contribute to Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) initiatives.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and annual planning processes.
• Conduct monthly variance analysis and research.
• Prepare and input monthly royalty accruals for licensing programs and communicate results external third parties as required.
• Develop and input monthly broker commission accrual and prepare and distribute broker reports.
• Assist in preparation and filing of monthly, quarterly, and annual Sales & Use Tax returns.
• Identify and maintain vendors that require a 1099 or 1042-T form. Complete all required tax payments and forms.
• Assist with tax calendar and preparation for external audit accountants.

• Accurately process payroll for salaried, hourly, and temporary employees.
• Assist with payroll audits, reconciliations, and reporting, including tax filings, 401(k), and workers' compensation.
• Monitor and maintain job code definition as related to general ledger postings.
• Ensure payroll and timekeeping systems are configured to match company policies. Liaison between Uniek, ADP, and Kronos.
• Maintain the payroll procedures, documentation, and training materials.
• Assist employees with pay-related questions.
• Prepare periodic payroll-related analysis, statements, and projections.

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift to 15 pounds at times.

• Associate’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
• Minimum of two (2) years specialized experience in accounting/finance or related field.
• Experience with ERP systems (Infor CSI, SAP, Net Suite, etc.).
• Advanced Microsoft Office 365 experience (Excel, Word).
• Proficiency using general ledger and chart of accounts desired.
• High attention to detail, ensuring accuracy in work.
• Strict confidentiality, and excellent communication.