Staff Accountant-Professional
<p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our client's team in Arden Hills, Minnesota. This long-term contract position offers an opportunity to manage critical accounting functions, ensuring accuracy and compliance with financial principles. The ideal candidate will collaborate with both internal teams and external partners to provide comprehensive business support while consistently delivering high-quality results.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare accurate journal entries in compliance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).</p><p>• Perform detailed reconciliations, analysis, and reviews of general ledger accounts to support month-end close processes.</p><p>• Manage and reconcile rebate accruals, ensuring timely completion for month-end closures.</p><p>• Oversee vendor prepay contracts by reviewing, reconciling, and closing them as needed.</p><p>• Generate and process terminal lease invoices for customers with precision.</p><p>• Analyze and resolve discrepancies in monthly vendor statements to maintain financial accuracy.</p><p>• Coordinate and prepare documentation for internal and external audits.</p><p>• Respond to and support ad hoc financial requests in a timely and efficient manner.</p><p>• Utilize advanced Microsoft Excel skills to streamline accounting processes and reporting.</p><p>• Collaborate with peers and stakeholders to build strong working relationships and enhance operational efficiency.</p><p><br></p><p>*Please note that all candidates are required to provide 2 recent supervisor or manager references in order to be considered for employment.</p><p> </p><p>Please submit your resume and call 651-293-3973 for review and consideration.</p>
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, with 1-2 years of relevant work experience preferred.<br>• Solid understanding of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and their application.<br>• Proficiency in advanced Microsoft Excel; experience with JD Edwards, Great Plains, or Hyperion is a plus.<br>• Previous experience in cost accounting is highly desirable.<br>• Strong organizational and time management skills to consistently meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.<br>• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities to interact effectively with colleagues and external partners.<br>• Demonstrated ability to research and resolve accounting issues with attention to detail.<br>• Capability to work independently and collaboratively, building effective relationships with team members and clients.
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- Arden Hills, MN
- remote
- Temporary
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22.01 - 24.11 USD / Hourly
- <p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our client's team in Arden Hills, Minnesota. This long-term contract position offers an opportunity to manage critical accounting functions, ensuring accuracy and compliance with financial principles. The ideal candidate will collaborate with both internal teams and external partners to provide comprehensive business support while consistently delivering high-quality results.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare accurate journal entries in compliance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).</p><p>• Perform detailed reconciliations, analysis, and reviews of general ledger accounts to support month-end close processes.</p><p>• Manage and reconcile rebate accruals, ensuring timely completion for month-end closures.</p><p>• Oversee vendor prepay contracts by reviewing, reconciling, and closing them as needed.</p><p>• Generate and process terminal lease invoices for customers with precision.</p><p>• Analyze and resolve discrepancies in monthly vendor statements to maintain financial accuracy.</p><p>• Coordinate and prepare documentation for internal and external audits.</p><p>• Respond to and support ad hoc financial requests in a timely and efficient manner.</p><p>• Utilize advanced Microsoft Excel skills to streamline accounting processes and reporting.</p><p>• Collaborate with peers and stakeholders to build strong working relationships and enhance operational efficiency.</p><p><br></p><p>*Please note that all candidates are required to provide 2 recent supervisor or manager references in order to be considered for employment.</p><p> </p><p>Please submit your resume and call 651-293-3973 for review and consideration.</p>
- 2025-11-18T13:13:53Z