About Yutka Fence

Yutka Fence has been a staple in Southeast Wisconsin since 1968, building top-notch fences and even better customer relationships. We're a second-generation, family-run business that's big on craftsmanship, clear communication, and doing things the right way—not the cheap way. Our team thrives on accountability, good humor, and making work feel a little less like... well, work. If you’re looking to be part of a crew that takes pride in building both fences and futures, you’re in the right place.

Why Join Us?
Join a stable, growing company where your bookkeeping skills are valued, your input matters, and your days are structured—not chaotic.

Here’s what you can expect:

• Ownership of your role – Take the lead on financial organization with clear expectations and room to improve processes.
• Respect for your time and talent – We appreciate precision and initiative, not busy work or micromanagement.
• Supportive leadership – Work with a team that values communication, accountability, and getting things done right.
• Efficient systems – We use tools and workflows that make sense, so you're not constantly cleaning up messes.
• Real impact – Your work directly supports our mission and helps keep a 50+ year-old business thriving and evolving.

Job Summary

The Bookkeeper at Yutka Fence will play a critical role in keeping our financial processes accurate, timely, and compliant. Below are some (not all) of the duties you will be responsible for:

Financial Record Keeping

• Record and categorize financial transactions in QuickBooks or other accounting systems.
• Reconcile bank and credit card statements regularly.
• Track and manage accounts payable and accounts receivable.

Payroll & Employee Records

• Process payroll accurately and on schedule.
• Maintain records for employee hours, PTO, and related benefits.

Invoicing and Vendor Management

• Generate and send invoices to clients.
• Follow up on overdue payments daily.
• Process vendor payments and manage expense tracking.

Reporting & Compliance

• Assist in preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
• Support tax filing preparation and respond to accountant requests.
• Monitor cash flow and flag irregularities.

General Administration

• Maintain organized digital and physical financial records.
• Assist with budgeting and forecasting.
• Provide general administrative support as needed.

HR Support

• Handle all new hire paperwork and separation documents.
• Support Management in new hire recruiting efforts.

Core Values:

Professionalism

• Embrace and drive positive change & innovation
• Treat issues as opportunities to improve
• Never stop learning, growing & pushing yourself

Integrity

• Exceed expectations
• Begin with the end in mind
• Choose to be positive
• Be an exceptional teammate

Progress

• Do the right thing
• Demonstrate reliability & accountability
• Be humble, honest & transparent

Key Characteristics We Value in a Bookkeeper:

• Growth Mindset: You are committed to continuous improvement and learning.
• Positivity: Your positive energy to your work and to those around you.
• Teamwork: You thrive in environments where collaboration is necessary.
• Accountability: You own up to mistakes and don’t blame others. You learn from them and make changes to prevent them in the future.

Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
• 2+ years of bookkeeping or accounting experience in a small business setting.
• Proficiency with QuickBooks, Excel, and basic accounting software.
• Strong attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Strong understanding of financial principles and reporting.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality.
• Familiarity with the construction, home services, or trades industry is a plus but not required.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive Salary: $50,000 - $60,000 per year based on experience
• Simple IRA 3% match
• Paid time off
• Health insurance
• Eligible for profit-sharing

Schedule: Monday through Friday, 40 hours per week, plus additional time as needed based on business needs. Standard office hours are 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Weekend availability may be required, but this would not be a normal occurrence.

Work Location: In person (Kenosha, WI)