Accounting Manager
Job Type
Full-time, In Person
Location
Sheboygan Falls, Wisconsin
Benefits
Health, dental and vision insurance, short and long-term disability, life insurance
Overview
Company Description
FifthColor is a strategic creative agency committed to elevating brands through purposeful design and clear communication. We believe great brands aren’t just seen they’re felt. That’s why we build experiences that speak to people, not just markets. From strategy to storytelling, design to development, we help businesses find their voice and use it with confidence.
Our team is a blend of thinkers, makers, and dreamers united by a shared belief that bold ideas, beautifully executed, can change everything. Headquartered in Sheboygan Falls, WI, we create with heart and hustle. Because when you care deeply, you create differently.
Role Description
FifthColor is hiring an Accounting Manager who’s ready to take ownership of our day-to-day financial operations while helping shape the bigger picture. This role is perfect for someone who thrives on both precision and strategy: someone who can dive into the numbers, make sense of the story they tell, and help guide our financial direction.
You’ll be working independently, but never in isolation. This role partners closely with our leadership team including our CEO, COO, and CFO—to align financial insights with business goals. Your voice will be heard, your expertise valued, and your impact felt across the organization.
If you’re someone who loves rolling up your sleeves, building smart systems, and contributing to a fast-moving, creative company this is your moment.
Let’s build something bold together.
What You'll Do
You’ll be the go-to financial expert, managing operations and shaping strategy with confidence and independence:
Own the Day-to-Day
• Take full responsibility for daily accounting operations: journal entries, accruals, reconciliations
• Manage AP/AR processes end-to-end
• Oversee purchase orders and ensure smooth order flow
• Monitor departmental budgets and proactively partner with leaders to keep spending aligned
Drive Financial Strategy
• Lead the monthly close and deliver accurate, timely reports
• Analyze trends, identify performance gaps, and recommend cost-saving strategies
• Support quarterly reviews with actionable insights
• Assist in company-wide budgeting and forecasting
Ensure Systems & Controls
• Leverage QuickBooks for accounting and ADP Workforce Now for payroll integration
• Maintain strong financial controls and compliance
• Prepare reports for banks, auditors, and external stakeholders
• Collaborate with external accounting partners when needed
Lead Growth Initiatives
• Evaluate resource needs, demonstrate ROI, and make the case for scaling your team
• Help shape the future of our accounting structure
What You Bring
• 5+ years of accounting experience, ideally in an agency or high-growth environment
• Expertise in accrual accounting, forecasting, and budget management
• Hands-on experience with QuickBooks and ADP Workforce Now (or similar systems)
• Exceptional communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally
• A proactive, problem-solving mindset with strong process orientation
• Bonus: experience in procurement, purchasing, or vendor management
Company Overview
FifthColor is a strategic creative agency committed to elevating brands through purposeful design and clear communication. We believe great brands aren’t just seen they’re felt. That’s why we build experiences that speak to people, not just markets. From strategy to storytelling, design to development, we help businesses find their voice and use it with confidence.
Our team is a blend of thinkers, makers, and dreamers united by a shared belief that bold ideas, beautifully executed, can change everything. Headquartered in Sheboygan Falls, WI, we create with heart and hustle. Because when you care deeply, you create differently.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- A dynamic and inclusive work environment
- Opportunities for professional growth and development
- The chance to make a meaningful impact on our digital marketing efforts
Benefits
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
FifthColor Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. FifthColor Inc. is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at FifthColor are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. FifthColor Inc. will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. FifthColor Inc. encourages applicants of all ages.