Accounting Manager

Manpower • Milwaukee, WI

12d

About The Position

ManpowerGroup is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to lead key accounting operations across North America. This highly visible leadership role oversees financial close activities, financial reporting, internal controls compliance, and Accounts Payable operations for the Public Sector business, while partnering with leaders across Finance and the organization.

The Accounting Manager helps ensure the integrity of financial results, drives process improvements, supports audit and compliance requirements, and leads a team of professionals. The role is suited to a results-oriented finance leader who enjoys solving complex business challenges, developing people, and driving operational excellence.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting.
• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• 5+ years of leadership experience.
• Strong expertise in financial reporting, controls, and process improvement.
• U.S. citizenship and ability to comply with Public Sector requirements.

Nice To Haves

• CPA designation; strongly preferred.
• Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration.
• Experience in publicly traded companies with SOX compliance requirements.
• Experience with PeopleSoft, HFM, Oracle, or other enterprise financial systems.
• Shared Services or outsourced accounting management experience.
• Experience leading finance transformation, automation, or process improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead monthly and quarterly close and reporting activities.
• Oversee Accounts Payable operations for the Public Sector business and optimize processes.
• Ensure SOX compliance and support audit activities.
• Drive automation and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Develop and mentor high-performing team members.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager