Accounting Close, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Administrative Skills, Banking Services, Calendar Management, Communication Skills, Community Support, Customer Support/Service, Data Entry, Documentation, Establish Priorities, Expense Tracking, File Maintenance, Health Plan, Leadership, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word, Multitasking, Office Management, Operations, Operations Management, Order Supplies, Organizational Skills, Reconciliation, Telephone Skills, Time Management
Based out of our Brainard Funeral Home location in Wausau, this full-time Office Manager will oversee daily operations across our Wausau/Merrill area funeral homes, including Brainard, Helke, and Taylor-Stine-Waid. This is a meaningful opportunity to serve as a steady, welcoming presence for families and staff alike, while keeping our teams organized, connected, and running smoothly behind the scenes.
What You'll Do
- Greet and welcome visitors and answer incoming calls
- Provide information and direct inquiries to the appropriate staff members
- Manage daily office operations and maintain clean, organized environments
- Oversee scheduling, calendars, and coordination across our area locations
- Handle accounts receivable/payable and basic banking tasks
- Own the month-end close process for all three locations, ensuring financial records are accurate, complete, and submitted on time each month
- Reconcile accounts, track expenses, and maintain organized financial documentation that keeps our teams and leadership informed
- Organize and maintain files, documents, and records
- Assist with data entry, reporting, and administrative support
- Manage office supplies and place orders as needed
- Coordinate internal and external communications on behalf of our locations
Why Vertin
You've been called to serve others. So have we. For over a century, Vertin associates have supported communities through loss and helped families honor the lives they've lived. With us, you'll find a purpose-driven culture, a close-knit team, and the support you need to do meaningful work every day.
Let us add your story to our legacy.
Requirements
- Strong communication and customer service skills
- Highly organized with the ability to multitask and prioritize across multiple locations
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
- Hands-on experience with month-end accounting close processes, ideally across multiple locations
- Comfort with accounts receivable/payable, account reconciliation, and financial recordkeeping
- Commitment to confidentiality and professionalism in all interactions
Benefits
- Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
- Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
- Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
- Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
- Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
- Short Term & Long Term Disability
- Training & Development
- Wellness Resources