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Full-Time About the Role We are looking for a Staff Accountant who is ready to take ownership of the accounting work they are responsible for. This is a hands-on accounting position supporting multiple companies within our organization. You will play an important role in keeping our accounting accurate, timely, organized, and useful to the business. This is not a management or supervisory position . However, we are looking for someone who does not need to be told what to do at every step. You will be expected to take ownership of assigned accounting functions, follow issues through to resolution, meet deadlines, and communicate when something needs attention. You will work closely with our CFO and other members of the accounting and operations teams. As you become familiar with the business, you will have the opportunity to take on increasing responsibility. What You'll DoMonth-End Close & General Accounting Take ownership of assigned portions of the monthly and year-end close process. Prepare and post journal entries, including accruals, prepaid expenses, fixed assets, intercompany activity, and other routine accounting entries. Complete assigned balance sheet reconciliations and investigate differences through resolution. Review account activity for unusual or unexpected transactions and determine when additional investigation is needed. Maintain accurate supporting schedules and documentation for assigned accounts. Help ensure financial information is complete and accurate before the close is finalized. Support year-end audit, tax, and other financial reporting requirements. Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable & Cash Work closely with the AP and AR teams to ensure transactions are recorded accurately and in the appropriate accounting period. Monitor AP and AR activity for month-end cutoff issues and unusual transactions. Provide backup support for customer check deposits for the Minnesota office. Reconcile assigned bank and cash accounts and follow outstanding items through resolution. Assist with vendor payment processing and ensure payments are properly recorded and supported. Partner with the AR/Credit team on complex customer billing, payment, credit, or collection issues when accounting involvement is needed. Assist with customer credit and payment-term reviews for significant transactions when requested. Financial Reporting & Analysis Prepare recurring financial reports and supporting schedules. Research and explain account variances and unusual activity. Provide accurate accounting information and analysis to the CFO and other departments. Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and cash-flow analysis. Respond to accounting and financial information requests from leadership and other departments. Help translate accounting information into information the business can actually use. Process Improvement & Accountability Take ownership of accounting issues rather than simply identifying them and passing them along. Identify recurring problems, determine their root causes, and recommend practical solutions. Help improve accounting processes, procedures, documentation, and internal controls. Look for opportunities to improve efficiency and make better use of our accounting systems and technology. Work with Purchasing, Sales, Operations, AP, and AR to resolve transaction issues and improve the accuracy of information entering the accounting system. Help develop accounting processes that can support the company's continued growth. Working With the Accounting Team Serve as a reliable accounting resource for day-to-day questions and issues. Work collaboratively with AP and AR while maintaining clear ownership of your assigned responsibilities. Help identify problems that could affect the accuracy or timeliness of the accounting records. Provide backup and support for other accounting functions when needed. Communicate proactively when deadlines, information, or other issues could affect the close or financial reporting. What We're Looking For Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. 3-5+ years of progressive accounting experience. Experience with month-end close and general ledger accounting. Experience preparing balance sheet reconciliations and journal entries. Solid understanding of GAAP and accrual-based accounting. Experience working with an ERP or accounting system; NetSuite experience is a plus. Strong Excel skills. Experience with multiple entities, inventory, distribution, manufacturing, or equipment-related businesses is a plus. Strong attention to detail without losing sight of the bigger picture. Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines. Strong communication skills and the confidence to ask questions, push for answers, and work with people outside of accounting. The Person We're Looking For More than anything, we're looking for someone who takes ownership . You don't need to know everything when you walk through the door. You do need to be willing to learn, investigate problems, and figure things out.

The right person will:

Follow a problem until it is actually resolved. Take responsibility for the accuracy of their work. Notice when something doesn't look right and investigate it. Be comfortable working independently without constant direction. Know when an issue can be handled independently and when it needs to be escalated. Meet deadlines and communicate early when something could prevent that. Be willing to improve a process instead of accepting "that's how we've always done it." Work well with people in accounting and throughout the company. Care about getting the accounting right, not just getting the task checked off. Why Join Us? This is an opportunity to join a growing company where your work will have a direct impact on the business. You won't be buried in one small piece of the accounting process. You will have meaningful ownership over accounting functions, work directly with the CFO, and gain exposure to the operational and financial side of the business. As you demonstrate capability and take on additional responsibility, there will be opportunities to grow with the company. If you're looking for a position where you can actually own your work, solve problems, and build something—not just process transactions—we'd like to hear from you.

Pay:

$65,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Disability insurance Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Experience:

Accounting:

2 years (Preferred) Ability to

Commute:

Mendota Heights, MN 55120 (Required)

Work Location:

In person