Accounting & Payroll Manager

About the job Accounting & Payroll Manager

Arkansas Talent Group is helping it's client, a well‑established and growing building products company, find an experienced Controller to lead its accounting and financial operations. This organization operates multiple divisions and locations across Arkansas and has built a strong reputation for both quality products and an exceptional workplace culture, earning recognition as a Best Place to Work for three consecutive years
.

The company is looking for a hands‑on financial leader who can oversee day‑to‑day accounting operations while helping ownership maintain strong financial visibility as the business continues to grow.

Our clientis seeking a highly organized and detail‑oriented Accounting & Payroll Manager to support the financial and employee operations of their growing North Little Rock team. This position plays a critical role in maintaining accurate financial records, supporting payroll administration, and ensuring smooth day‑to‑day accounting operations.

This role is ideal for an experienced accounting professional with strong general ledger (GL) knowledge who thrives in a fast‑paced environment and demonstrates leadership qualities aligned with the company's values
— including integrity, accountability, teamwork, continuous improvement, customer focus, and a commitment to operational excellence.

• Prepare, code, and upload payroll‑related GL entries into accounting systems
• Process and reconcile general ledger transactions and journal entries
• Reconcile bank accounts and suspense accounts
• Act as key liaison between internal operations and outsourced accounting/CFO services
• Assist with month‑end and year‑end close activities
• Maintain accrual schedules and supporting documentation
• Support accounts payable month‑end close activities
• Research and resolve invoice discrepancies and vendor issues
• Process bank transfers and manual check requests
• Assist with audit preparation and financial documentation requests
• Reconcile employee expense reimbursements and payroll deductions
• Maintain accurate accounting records within Dynamics or related ERP systems
• Prepare monthly financial reports and supplemental analysis
• Manage vendor service agreements and renewals
• Resolve customer and contractor payment disputes
• Ensure accuracy of revenue recognition and inventory balances

• Process bi‑weekly payroll accurately and timely
• Monitor payroll transactions including garnishments, child support, bonuses, loans, and benefit deductions
• Calculating and ensuring accurate commissions and bonus payouts
• Process payroll exceptions and rejected transactions
• Coordinate payroll pre‑processing and job cost reporting
• Support W‑2 verification and payroll reporting activities
• Assist employees with payroll‑related inquiries

• Maintain confidential financial and employee documentation
• Support insurance renewals, licensing, and compliance documentation
• Obtain certificates of insurance (COI) and maintain W‑9 records
• Coordinate legal and compliance documentation with outside partners as needed
• Provide administrative and operational accounting support as assigned
• Maintain a high level of professionalism, accuracy, and confidentiality

The ideal candidate will demonstrate leadership behaviors consistent with the company culture and values, including:

• Leads with integrity, professionalism, and accountability
• Builds positive working relationships across departments
• Demonstrates a team‑first attitude and collaborative mindset
• Communicates clearly and respectfully with employees, leadership, vendors, and customers
• Takes initiative to improve processes and solve problems proactively
• Maintains high standards of accuracy, organization, and follow‑through
• Adapts effectively to changing business needs and priorities
• Supports a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence
• Handles confidential information with discretion and sound judgment
• Demonstrates ownership and reliability in daily responsibilities
• Provides exceptional internal customer service to employees and leadership teams

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business…