Operations Coordinator
Michael Best · Milwaukee County, WI · 5 days ago
On-siteCustomer ServiceFull-time
Key Responsibilities
- Establish and maintain client profiles and complete vendor registrations.
- Manage shared contract inbox and support contract workflows.
- Support month-end close activities, including reporting and database updates.
- Aid in quarterly forecasting, annual budgeting, and other core operational processes.
- Prepare periodic financial and operational reports on key metrics.
- Aid in the development and maintenance of standard operating procedures.
- Maintain firmwide templates and governance documentation on SharePoint.
- Identify and escalate process improvement opportunities.
- Serve as coordinator for the Director of Finance & Operations and provide general administrative and operational support as needed.
Client Intake, Contracts & Billing
- Review and approve draft proformas for clients.
- Manage engagement lifecycle for new and existing clients, including drafting, execution, and record retention.
- Serve as a resource for client intake processes, including agreements, payments, and documentation.
- Track onboarding progress from engagement through first billing; resolve delays.
- Collaborate with billing and collections teams on aged receivables and billing issues.
- Support resolution of client billing inquiries and disputes.
Job Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (preferred).
- 3+ years of accounting, finance, or operations experience, preferably in a professional services or regulated environment.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Outlook); CRM/financial systems experience preferred.
Core Competencies
- Strong analytical, organizational, and project management skills.
- High attention to detail with a commitment to accuracy.
- Able to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.
- Sound judgment and discretion with confidential information.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to translate financial information for non-finance stakeholders.
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work cross-functionally.
- Proactive approach to identifying issues and implementing solutions.
- Ability to adapt to evolving regulatory and reporting requirements.
- Comfortable working both independently and collaboratively.
Professional Requirements
- Client-focused mindset with strong professionalism.
- Authorization to work in the United States required.
- Flexibility to work additional hours and travel occasionally, as needed.