<p>We are looking for a Finance Manager to support research and development finance activities for a large organization in Minneapolis, Minnesota. This Long-term Contract position will serve as a strategic finance partner, guiding monthly reporting, project analysis, and budget planning while working closely with cross-functional stakeholders. The role combines hands-on financial management with business case support, forecast development, and presentation preparation for leadership discussions.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Partner with research and development stakeholders to provide financial guidance, answer ongoing questions, and deliver timely support for business needs.</p><p>• Oversee monthly financial close activities and prepare regular reporting for the Interventional and Visualase therapy portfolios.</p><p>• Build, update, and maintain business case models for active and proposed projects, ensuring assumptions and financial impacts are clearly documented.</p><p>• Collaborate with project teams to gather and consolidate inputs for forecasts, budget submissions, and leadership-ready financial summaries.</p><p>• Contribute as the finance representative on core project teams, offering insight into investment decisions, risks, and performance trends.</p><p>• Lead annual budget planning activities for projects and cost centers by working closely with business partners to develop accurate outlooks.</p><p>• Prepare clear presentations and status updates that translate financial results into actionable business insights for management.</p><p>• Respond to ad hoc analysis requests throughout the month, using data to support decision-making and operational priorities.</p>
We are looking for an experienced finance leader to oversee accounting operations, financial reporting, and internal controls for our Blaine, Minnesota team. This role will guide day-to-day financial activities, strengthen reporting accuracy, and support sound business decisions through disciplined planning and analysis. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership, a hands-on approach to accounting operations, and the ability to improve processes while maintaining compliance and financial integrity.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct core accounting activities across payables, receivables, general ledger, cash activity, fixed assets, and expense administration to ensure smooth daily operations.<br>• Lead month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes, delivering timely and reliable financial statements and management reporting.<br>• Monitor financial transactions for accuracy, approvals, documentation, and proper period recognition while resolving exceptions and discrepancies promptly.<br>• Oversee billing, cash application, collections, vendor disbursements, reconciliations, and credit-related activities to maintain strong financial controls.<br>• Maintain and enhance accounting policies, close calendars, account structures, and control procedures that support compliance and operational consistency.<br>• Partner with leadership on budgeting, forecasting, cash flow planning, cost center analysis, and intercompany activity to support informed decision-making.<br>• Strengthen internal control practices by managing approval workflows, banking controls, segregation of duties, and audit readiness across finance operations.<br>• Supervise and develop finance team members and external resources, setting priorities, reviewing output, and fostering accountability and cross-functional support.<br>• Support finance system effectiveness through process improvement, automation, testing, integrations, and other changes that affect accounting and reporting.<br>• Coordinate with auditors, tax advisors, banking partners, insurers, and other external providers, including periodic travel for finance-related initiatives when needed.
<p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Financial Reporting Manager to support critical accounting, audit, and tax activities for a growing organization in the Twin Cities. This role will lead key reporting processes, help maintain compliance across multiple entities, and provide technical accounting guidance for complex matters. The ideal candidate brings strong financial reporting expertise, sound judgment, and the ability to coordinate effectively with auditors, tax advisors, lenders, and internal stakeholders.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead the preparation of financial statement disclosures and supporting schedules to ensure complete, accurate, and timely audited reporting.</p><p>• Manage the external audit process by organizing request lists, coordinating timelines, gathering documentation, and following through on open items and recommendations.</p><p>• Evaluate accounting issues related to non-routine or complex transactions and document conclusions in clear technical accounting memos.</p><p>• Oversee the preparation and review of periodic financial statements, including monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting deliverables.</p><p>• Partner with outside tax professionals to facilitate federal, state, and local tax filings, annual projections, and estimated payment requirements.</p><p>• Monitor developments in tax regulations and accounting guidance and communicate potential business impacts to relevant stakeholders.</p><p>• Maintain accounting policies, reporting procedures, and supporting documentation to strengthen consistency, compliance, and internal controls.</p><p>• Support reporting obligations for lenders, investors, and board stakeholders by preparing accurate financial information and related analyses.</p><p>• Track legal entity records, ownership details, governance documentation, and compliance filings, while assisting with due diligence for transactions and financing activities.</p>
We are looking for an experienced HR Operations Transformation Manager to provide leadership and direction for a manufacturing organization in Maple Plain, Minnesota. This Long-term Contract position will guide daily HR operations while evaluating how the function can be improved for greater consistency, compliance, and scalability. The role will partner closely with HR leaders and cross-functional stakeholders to shape a stronger operating model and deliver a practical roadmap for future enhancements.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead the HR Operations function on an interim basis, ensuring dependable support and clear direction during the engagement.<br>• Maintain smooth execution of core employee lifecycle activities, including onboarding, job changes, personnel record administration, and separation processes.<br>• Review the current HR operating environment to identify strengths, risks, inefficiencies, and areas requiring stronger governance or accountability.<br>• Collaborate with HR leadership, business partners, payroll, and other stakeholders to uncover service gaps, clarify ownership, and align improvement priorities.<br>• Assess HR systems, workflows, reporting practices, and automation possibilities to improve efficiency and data quality.<br>• Create clear process documentation, service standards, and governance guidelines that support a more consistent HR experience.<br>• Design a future-state HR Operations model that defines responsibilities, decision-making structure, and operational expectations.<br>• Build a prioritized improvement plan focused on standardization, process optimization, automation, and long-term operational performance.<br>• Support transition planning and knowledge transfer activities to prepare the incoming permanent HR Operations leader for success.
<p>We are looking for an experienced Financial Reporting Senior Manager to lead external and regulatory reporting activities for a financial services organization in Twin Cities, Minnesota. This role will guide the preparation of accurate, timely filings, strengthen reporting controls, and serve as a trusted advisor on accounting and disclosure matters. The ideal candidate brings deep knowledge of financial and regulatory reporting, sound technical accounting judgment, and a proven ability to lead teams in a deadline-driven environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead the planning, preparation, and final review of recurring external and regulatory filings, ensuring submissions are complete, accurate, and delivered on schedule.</p><p>• Direct the production and review of various regulatory reports, capital-related schedules, and other required filings, with close attention to consistency across disclosures.</p><p>• Partner with finance, accounting, and business stakeholders to gather supporting data, resolve reporting issues, and maintain a high standard of quality for published information.</p><p>• Evaluate monthly and quarterly reporting schedules for internal and external use, and contribute to special projects involving technical accounting research, financial analysis, and peer disclosure comparisons.</p><p>• Review and authorize selected journal entries, confirming appropriate support, accurate accounting treatment, and adherence to internal control expectations.</p><p>• Advise on the financial reporting implications of enterprise initiatives, new products, and complex transactions, helping teams apply accounting guidance and implement related reporting requirements.</p><p>• Develop, enhance, and monitor internal controls over financial reporting, and coordinate with audit teams to support efficient and timely reviews.</p><p>• Provide day-to-day leadership to reporting staff by assigning priorities, reviewing workpapers and documentation, and coaching the team to meet critical deadlines.</p><p>• Communicate reporting conclusions, regulatory considerations, and accounting impacts clearly to leadership and cross-functional partners.</p>
<p>We are seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to oversee the monthly and annual close, financial reporting, reconciliations, internal controls, and accounting team development. Reporting to the Controller, this role will partner with the CFO and Finance leadership to ensure accurate, GAAP-compliant reporting, support external audits, and drive process improvements, automation, and scalability across the accounting function. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical accounting expertise, leadership experience, and a track record of improving processes and developing high-performing teams.</p><p><br></p><p>This opportunity comes with medical, dental/vision, life insurance, PTO, and much more!</p><p><br></p><p>If interested or you would like to have a private conversation, reach out on LinkedIn @ Jordan Docken</p>
<p>Accounting Manager – Manufacturing</p><p><strong>Location:</strong> East Metro, Minnesota (onsite)</p><p><strong>Compensation:</strong> $115,000–$135,000 base salary, plus comprehensive benefits and profit sharing</p><p><br></p><p>A well-established manufacturing organization is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to oversee core accounting operations and support financial performance across its U.S. business.</p><p>This role is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, managing the month-end close, overseeing general accounting activities, and supporting budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting. The Accounting Manager will lead an accounting team while partnering with cross-functional leaders to provide financial insights, strengthen internal controls, and improve processes.</p><p>The ideal candidate is a hands-on accounting leader who combines strong technical accounting knowledge with analytical capabilities and a practical understanding of manufacturing operations. This individual will play an important role in connecting financial results to business performance and supporting informed operational and strategic decisions.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><p>Accounting Operations & Financial Reporting</p><ul><li>Oversee day-to-day accounting activities, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, and cash transactions.</li><li>Manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes, ensuring reporting deadlines are consistently met.</li><li>Review journal entries, accruals, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules.</li></ul><p>Budgeting, Forecasting & Financial Analysis</p><ul><li>Coordinate accounting support for annual budgeting and financial planning activities.</li><li>Collaborate with department leaders to develop budgets, forecasts, and operating plans.</li><li>Provide meaningful financial insights to help business leaders evaluate performance and make informed decisions.</li></ul><p>Manufacturing & Cost Analysis</p><ul><li>Partner with Operations, Supply Chain, Purchasing, and other departments to understand financial and operational performance.</li><li>Analyze manufacturing costs, labor, overhead, inventory, scrap, and production variances.</li><li>Translate financial data into practical recommendations that support continuous improvement.</li></ul><p>Audit, Compliance & Internal Controls</p><ul><li>Coordinate accounting support for annual external audits and other audit activities.</li><li>Prepare and review audit schedules, workpapers, reconciliations, and supporting documentation.</li><li>Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards, internal policies, and regulatory requirements.</li></ul><p>Team Leadership & Business Partnership</p><ul><li>Lead, mentor, and develop a team of approximately 5–8 accounting professionals.</li><li>Establish priorities, performance expectations, and accountability across the accounting function.</li><li>Build strong working relationships with operational and corporate stakeholders.</li><li>Partner with Finance leadership on reporting enhancements, systems improvements, and special projects.</li></ul>
We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager to lead a short-term Contract engagement based in Eden Prairie, Minnesota. This role will focus on strengthening layaway-related accounting by reviewing historical activity, resolving discrepancies, and helping create a more reliable reconciliation process. The person in this position will partner closely with accounting leadership to assess vendor transactions, improve supporting documentation, and deliver a stable, accurate approach for future reporting. This assignment is expected to run for approximately 3-4 weeks.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Examine historical accounting activity over a multi-year period, with concentrated attention on the most recent year, to identify issues affecting layaway-related balances.<br>• Reconcile invoice activity and supporting records across a group of 15-20 vendors to confirm accuracy and completeness.<br>• Follow transactions through the full layaway cycle, from customer activity to vendor billing and payment application, to verify end-to-end accounting treatment.<br>• Investigate variances caused by manual postings and fixed adjustments, then determine and execute appropriate corrections.<br>• Partner with the Controller and Staff Accountant to unwind unsupported entries and restore proper account support.<br>• Recommend practical improvements that reduce manual effort, including batch updates, uploads, or more efficient system-based methods.<br>• Help define a dependable go-forward reconciliation process that supports accurate balances through year-end.<br>• Prepare clear documentation of findings, corrective actions, and process recommendations for accounting leadership.<br>• Support work within Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, including review of the accrued layaway liability memo process when assessing account accuracy.
We are looking for an FP&A Manager to oversee financial planning and analysis activities across all company locations in Hopkins, Minnesota. This role partners closely with senior leadership to guide budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and cash flow strategy while supporting informed business decisions. The position reports to the Chief Financial Officer and includes leadership of one direct report, with an emphasis on building strong analytical processes and driving financial insight throughout the organization.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct the company-wide financial planning and analysis function, ensuring consistent support for all business locations.<br>• Manage the annual budget cycle and ongoing forecasting activities to provide timely and reliable financial guidance.<br>• Prepare and interpret financial reports, working with executive leadership as well as operational and sales teams to evaluate performance and trends.<br>• Oversee treasury-related activities and help maintain effective visibility into organizational liquidity.<br>• Build and refine cash flow models and forward-looking projections to support planning and decision-making.<br>• Create and enhance quantitative analyses, dashboards, and reporting tools that improve financial insight and business performance measurement.<br>• Lead, coach, and develop one direct report while fostering high standards for analytical accuracy and collaboration.<br>• Take on additional finance-related assignments as needed to support business priorities.
<p>We are looking for an experienced financial reporting leader to oversee public company reporting and technical accounting activities for our healthcare organization in the western Twin Cities. This role will guide the preparation of external filings, strengthen reporting governance, and provide expert direction on complex accounting matters. The ideal candidate brings deep SEC reporting knowledge, strong leadership capability, and the ability to collaborate across finance, legal, and operational teams to support accurate, timely, and compliant disclosures.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct the end-to-end creation, review, and submission of external reporting deliverables, including quarterly and annual filings, current reports, proxy-related disclosures, and earnings release materials.</p><p>• Manage the overall external reporting framework by establishing timelines, maintaining review protocols, enforcing documentation practices, and ensuring all filing obligations are completed on schedule.</p><p>• Assess complex accounting matters and prepare well-supported technical position papers that align with U.S. GAAP and public company reporting requirements.</p><p>• Track emerging accounting guidance and regulatory developments, leading implementation efforts and updating internal reporting practices as needed.</p><p>• Advise finance leadership on accounting policy decisions, disclosure impacts, and reporting considerations tied to significant business activities and transactions.</p><p>• Collaborate with legal, investor relations, FP&A, tax, treasury, stock administration, operations, and other partners to produce consistent and complete external communications.</p><p>• Act as a primary contact for external auditors and outside advisors by coordinating support for filings, accounting analyses, and related disclosure documentation.</p><p>• Prepare and contribute materials for the Audit Committee and Board covering reporting results, key accounting judgments, compliance updates, and control-related matters.</p><p>• Strengthen disclosure controls, compliance procedures, and internal controls connected to external reporting and technical accounting processes.</p><p>• Lead and develop the financial reporting team, promoting high standards of accountability, technical rigor, collaboration, and process improvement.</p>
<p>Our client in the Southwest metro is looking for a Financial Analyst with strong business partnering who has worked with large data sets and has done strategic analytics. This company is privately owned and has great leadership and is growing. Please reach out on LinkedIn @JenniferExsted.</p>
We are looking for an accomplished finance leader to serve as a key partner to executive leadership within a privately held manufacturing company. This position will guide both finance and treasury operations, helping shape financial strategy, strengthen reporting, and support sound decision-making across the business. The role also provides leadership to a small team and offers the opportunity to influence planning, performance, and long-term growth.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct the organization’s finance and treasury activities, ensuring strong oversight of cash management, liquidity planning, and overall financial health.<br>• Lead the annual budgeting cycle and support ongoing forecasting efforts to align operating plans with business objectives.<br>• Oversee the month-end close process and maintain accurate, timely financial reporting for leadership review.<br>• Develop and refine budget processes, controls, and reporting practices to improve visibility into business performance.<br>• Prepare and analyze cash flow forecasts to support funding needs, working capital management, and strategic planning.<br>• Provide leadership and mentorship to a finance team of 3 to 5 employees, promoting accountability and focused development.<br>• Partner with senior leaders on strategic initiatives, including financial evaluation related to mergers, acquisitions, or other growth opportunities.<br>• Use tools such as Microsoft Power BI to enhance reporting, create dashboards, and deliver actionable financial insights.
We are looking for a versatile tax specialist to join a family office in Minneapolis, Minnesota, and take a leading role across tax oversight, investment support, and administrative operations. This position is well suited for someone who can move comfortably between detailed technical work and broader cross-functional coordination while maintaining strong judgment and organization. The role offers the opportunity to improve workflows, support portfolio reporting, and manage tax matters for individuals, trusts, partnerships, and related entities.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct the full tax cycle for individuals, trusts, partnerships, and affiliated entities, including planning activities, information gathering, review coordination, issue follow-up, and timely filing completion.<br>• Partner with outside accountants, legal counsel, banks, insurance advisors, investment advisors, and other service providers to keep priorities aligned and deliverables moving forward.<br>• Strengthen internal operations by identifying inefficiencies and implementing better approaches for documentation, reporting, timelines, and handoffs between parties.<br>• Assist with investment operations by preparing and organizing subscription paperwork, transaction support materials, and related records for new commitments.<br>• Maintain accurate portfolio documentation, including diligence materials, investment notes, and performance-related records across a range of holdings.<br>• Contribute to periodic portfolio analysis and reporting by entering, reconciling, and validating data used for performance tracking.<br>• Oversee tax reporting items such as information returns and help monitor matters involving charitable giving, interest expense considerations, and business activity reporting.<br>• Support entity administration and treasury activities, including payment coordination, wire processing, banking confirmations, and cash movement oversight.<br>• Provide assistance with insurance renewal activity by helping review coverage needs and coordinating premium-related processing.
<p>We are looking for a sharp, detail-driven Investment Operations Analyst to support an investment loan portfolio in Minneapolis, Minnesota. In this role, you will help maintain accurate reporting, evaluate loan and portfolio performance, and strengthen day-to-day operational controls across investment activity. This position is well suited for someone who enjoys working with financial data, improving processes, and partnering with internal teams and external service providers to keep operations running smoothly.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead recurring financial reporting activities for the investment portfolio, ensuring information is complete, accurate, and delivered on schedule.</p><p>• Review monthly investor remittance activity and reconcile loan-level data, including interest accruals, payoff activity, and delinquency reporting.</p><p>• Compile month-end portfolio metrics for lending partners and validate key balances such as principal, and interest reserve positions.</p><p>• Verify the accuracy and consistency of data tied to newly acquired assets before it is incorporated into reporting and monitoring processes.</p><p>• Support loan funding administration by assessing draw requests against project progress and facilitating timely disbursements to contractors.</p><p>• Coordinate data gathering and reconciliation efforts across internal records, servicers, fund administrators, and other external providers.</p><p>• Produce and maintain portfolio performance reports and track records to support ongoing analysis and management oversight.</p><p>• Monitor cash activity across the portfolio and assist with capital calls, drawdowns, and investor distribution processing.</p><p>• Respond to investor information requests and contribute to due diligence materials, ad hoc analyses, and special projects as needed.</p>
We are looking for an experienced Tax Manager to support a public accounting firm serving clients in Minnesota. This part-time opportunity is ideal for a detail-oriented tax specialist who can provide strong technical guidance, manage seasonal workload demands, and contribute hands-on expertise across business tax matters. The role offers heavier hours during peak filing periods and a reduced schedule outside of busy season, making it well suited for someone seeking flexibility without stepping away from complex tax work.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead the preparation and review of corporate tax filings, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timely submission for a range of client entities.<br>• Oversee annual income tax provision work and help clients understand the tax impact of financial activity throughout the year.<br>• Use CCH ProSystem Fx and related tax software to manage engagements, organize filings, and maintain efficient workflow during high-volume periods.<br>• Support sales and use tax compliance by reviewing obligations, preparing filings, and resolving tax-related questions as they arise.<br>• Advise clients on entity setup considerations and tax implications associated with forming or restructuring business organizations.<br>• Manage fluctuating workloads by providing consistent support during busy season and maintaining ongoing client service needs in the off-season.<br>• Review tax documents, identify planning opportunities, and communicate practical recommendations to clients and internal stakeholders.<br>• Maintain awareness of current tax regulations and apply changes appropriately across engagements and client deliverables.
We are offering an exciting opportunity for a Tax Manager - Public in Golden Valley, Minnesota, 55427, United States. This role involves managing multiple high-level tax engagements, formulating and delivering innovative tax planning, and providing client service. You will be identifying and capitalizing on business opportunities, working with staff to ensure tax returns are completed correctly, and performing research on tax topics. <br><br>Responsibilities:<br><br>• Manage multiple high level tax engagements ensuring effective execution and delivery<br>• Develop and implement innovative tax planning strategies<br>• Provide exceptional client service and foster business opportunities within our current client base<br>• Work collaboratively with staff to ensure individual and business tax returns are completed correctly and timely<br>• Analyze tax situations from various perspectives to apply the maximum tax benefit<br>• Conduct research on various tax topics and draw conclusions<br>• Lead, develop and mentor team members to enhance their skills<br>• Work with high level clients and review tax returns for accuracy<br>• Participate in business development and community involvement activities<br>• Understand the mindset of a business owner with entrepreneurial spirit<br>• Deliver exceptional customer service to our clients<br>• Participate in coaching employees and career development<br>• Stay up-to-date on the ever-changing tax industry’s regulations and policies.
<p>We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager/Supervisor to lead core accounting operations and support accurate, timely financial reporting for the organization in the western suburbs. This position plays a key role in overseeing month-end activities, maintaining financial records, and supporting annual audit and compliance needs. The ideal candidate brings strong general ledger expertise, sound judgment, and the ability to guide day-to-day accounting activities while partnering with finance leadership. Come join a great tenured team, an organization of legacy in their industry. Please reach out to Steve Cashman via LinkedIn or call Steve at 612.446.5690 </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead month-end accounting activities by recording journal entries, reconciling balance sheet accounts, and assembling financial statements and supporting schedules.</p><p>• Partner with finance leadership during year-end close and external audit preparation by organizing documentation, validating account activity, and assisting with required reporting.</p><p>• Complete state sales tax filings accurately and on schedule while maintaining supporting records for compliance purposes.</p><p>• Examine job costing, closed-job reporting, and inventory-related records to identify discrepancies and implement necessary corrections.</p><p>• Evaluate and authorize credit adjustments and rebill requests to ensure transactions are properly supported and recorded.</p><p>• Manage fixed asset records by tracking acquisitions, disposals, and depreciation updates in a timely manner.</p><p>• Oversee payroll administration for multiple company locations, including processing submissions, commissions, garnishments, child support deductions, and related reporting through Paycom.</p><p>• Contribute to annual benefits and insurance renewal activities by helping gather information and support administrative follow-through.</p><p>• Provide direction, coverage, and day-to-day support for billing and credit/collections team members to help balance priorities and maintain workflow continuity.</p>
We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager/Supervisor to lead core financial operations and strengthen accounting practices for a mission-driven organization in Wayzata, Minnesota. This role combines hands-on accounting leadership with oversight of payroll, payables, reporting, and selected HR operations to support accurate records, regulatory compliance, and efficient internal processes. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to guide staff while improving workflows across finance and administrative functions.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct monthly and year-end accounting activities, ensuring financial records are complete, accurate, and aligned with current accounting standards.<br>• Prepare and deliver recurring financial reports for organizational leadership and finance stakeholders, providing clear and timely information for decision-making.<br>• Lead reconciliation and close processes, posting journal entries and resolving discrepancies to maintain the integrity of the general ledger.<br>• Oversee payroll administration, including regular and off-cycle payroll coordination with an external provider, payroll documentation, and distribution of required tax reporting.<br>• Manage accounts payable, expense reimbursement, and credit card processes by enforcing approvals, coding accuracy, policy compliance, and timely vendor payments.<br>• Support audit readiness and serve as a key contact during financial statement audits by organizing records and assisting with auditor requests.<br>• Maintain dependable contribution and cash-related tracking processes while encouraging cross-training within the finance team to improve continuity of operations.<br>• Partner with operational leadership on hiring, onboarding, personnel records, benefits administration, and compensation planning to strengthen HR processes and compliance.<br>• Supervise up to four team members across accounting, administrative, and related support functions, including hiring, coaching, performance feedback, and training coordination.<br>• Coordinate process improvement and special projects, track milestones, delegate work effectively, and document operational enhancements that improve efficiency and accountability.