In -House Accountant

Willow River Company is a rapidly growing landscaping and green-industry business based in Hudson, Wisconsin. We pride ourselves on operational excellence, high-end craftsmanship, and building a stellar team.

About the role

We are looking for a sharp, detail-oriented In-House Accountant to take ownership of our daily financial workflows, job costing, and reporting. This role connects the numbers to real-world field operations, equipment utilization, and labor margins. Working closely with company leadership, you will manage day-to-day accounting functions, streamline financial tracking, and provide clear insights to help drive strategic growth.

Responsibilities

• Manage accounts payable (AP), accounts receivable (AR), bank reconciliations, and credit card postings with high accuracy.
• Track actual labor, material, and equipment costs against project estimates to ensure healthy margins across our service and installation lines.
• Perform month-end reconciliations, manage accruals, and assist in preparing accurate monthly financial statements.
• Oversee payroll processing, track multi-employee time and allocations, and ensure compliance with state and local tax regulations.
• Generate financial reports and cash-flow trackers to provide leadership with actionable data for weekly operational and strategic decisions.
• Help optimize internal financial controls, software integrations (such as QuickBooks and industry platforms), and administrative workflows as the business scales.

Requirements

• 2+ years of professional accounting, bookkeeping, or project cost accounting experience.
• Background or strong familiarity with the construction, landscaping, or service trades is a plus.
• Proficiency in QuickBooks and modern accounting platforms; advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and proactive mindset.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to collaborate effectively with field crews, management, vendors, and clients.

Benefits

• Competitive salary ($60,000 – $80,000+ range, depending on background).
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Collaborative, dynamic work culture where your contributions directly impact company growth.