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.
We are looking for an experienced Senior Product Manager to lead the development and lifecycle management of innovative hardware and software solutions. In this role, you will be responsible for defining the strategic vision for critical product lines while coordinating cross-functional teams to ensure successful execution. If you're passionate about creating market-leading products and thrive in a dynamic environment, we want to hear from you.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Conduct in-depth market research to identify industry trends, competitive landscapes, and emerging technologies.<br>• Collaborate with sales, marketing, and business development to uncover customer needs and whitespace opportunities.<br>• Develop and maintain a clear product vision and roadmap aligned with organizational goals and market demands.<br>• Lead all phases of the product lifecycle, including concept development, design, testing, launch, and growth.<br>• Define and prioritize product requirements, ensuring alignment with customer value and technical feasibility.<br>• Coordinate cross-functional teams, including engineering, design, operations, and supply chain, to deliver high-quality products.<br>• Manage project budgets, schedules, and scope to ensure on-time delivery within cost targets.<br>• Oversee compliance, certification, and quality assurance processes for hardware and software products.<br>• Create go-to-market strategies and collaborate with commercialization teams to drive product adoption.<br>• Monitor product performance post-launch, leveraging customer feedback and data to identify opportunities for improvement.
We are looking for a skilled Financial Analyst/Manager to join our team in Minneapolis, Minnesota. This role is essential for driving revenue growth, profitability, and operational efficiency across sales, marketing, and product channels. The ideal candidate will actively contribute to the development of financial strategies and provide actionable insights to support business objectives.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Establish revenue and profit targets on annual, quarterly, monthly, and daily bases, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.<br>• Collaborate with business leaders across sales, marketing, supply chain, and product teams to achieve gross profit objectives.<br>• Analyze product and channel performance to optimize order and delivery outcomes while meeting established goals.<br>• Evaluate marketing expenditures to enhance cost efficiency and improve conversion rates within the sales funnel.<br>• Develop and maintain financial models to support strategic decision-making and performance tracking.<br>• Provide detailed sales and marketing reports to support leadership in identifying growth opportunities.<br>• Conduct variance analysis to compare actual financial performance against budgets and forecasts.<br>• Lead the budgeting process, ensuring accuracy and alignment with corporate objectives.<br>• Deliver actionable insights through in-depth financial analysis to support key business decisions.<br>• Monitor and report on gross profit trends, identifying areas for improvement and recommending solutions.
We are looking for an experienced Art Director specializing in environmental and experiential creative development to join our team in Minneapolis, Minnesota. This role will focus on designing and overseeing dynamic spaces and installations that captivate audiences and embody brand storytelling. If you have a passion for spatial design, visual storytelling, and user-centered creativity, this is an exciting opportunity to make a lasting impact.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Develop and execute artistic concepts for immersive environments, branded spaces, and interactive installations that align with client goals.<br>• Lead the design process for physical and digital experiences, including interior and exterior spaces, exhibitions, and event setups.<br>• Create detailed visual guidelines, mood boards, and design principles to illustrate and maintain creative consistency.<br>• Collaborate with architects, set designers, and production teams to bring conceptual designs to life.<br>• Conduct creative reviews, refining designs to meet aesthetic and functional standards.<br>• Partner with marketing and brand teams to ensure alignment between experiential designs and overall brand narratives.<br>• Facilitate brainstorming sessions and generate sketches, prototypes, and mock-ups to communicate innovative ideas.<br>• Oversee production and installation processes, ensuring quality and adherence to project timelines.<br>• Present concepts and strategies to clients, incorporating feedback to deliver exceptional results.
We are looking for an experienced Product Manager to join our team in Minneapolis, Minnesota, within the manufacturing industry. This role will focus on managing technology roadmaps, optimizing business applications, and driving operational efficiency through innovative solutions. The ideal candidate will collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful results aligned with organizational strategies.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Develop and execute comprehensive product roadmaps for enterprise application platforms, emphasizing process automation and operational efficiency.<br>• Lead the evaluation, selection, and implementation of business applications that align with organizational goals and IT strategies.<br>• Manage product backlogs, create process flows, and oversee functional designs and test plans to support solution delivery.<br>• Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels, fostering trust and collaboration between IT and business teams.<br>• Act as a liaison between IT and business functions, providing technology expertise to identify and prioritize solutions.<br>• Partner with cross-functional teams to gather business requirements and translate them into actionable technology needs.<br>• Lead initiatives to modernize and migrate applications to cloud platforms, ensuring seamless integration and transitions.<br>• Analyze business processes to identify opportunities for improvement and recommend technology-driven solutions.<br>• Deliver training sessions to enhance user understanding and adoption of core business applications.
We are looking for a dynamic and results-oriented Business Development Officer to drive growth through strategic partnerships and innovative solutions. This role focuses on expanding business opportunities, fostering collaboration, and creating impactful strategies that support the organization's mission. The ideal candidate will excel in building relationships and leading initiatives that enhance community development and financial solutions.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Identify and pursue new business opportunities to support organizational growth and strategic objectives.<br>• Develop and maintain partnerships with key stakeholders, including community organizations, financial institutions, and investors.<br>• Lead initiatives to increase the flow of capital and resources, ensuring alignment with the organization's mission.<br>• Collaborate with internal teams to design and implement impactful programs and projects.<br>• Facilitate complex negotiations and agreements to secure funding and expand organizational reach.<br>• Conduct market research and analysis to identify trends and opportunities in community development finance.<br>• Create and execute strategies to enhance fundraising and grant-writing efforts.<br>• Represent the organization at industry events, conferences, and meetings to build visibility and connections.<br>• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely execution and measurable outcomes.<br>• Travel as needed to engage partners and support organizational goals.
<p>We are looking for a creative and detail-oriented Marketing Graphic Specialist with expertise in producing RFPs and Proposals. The ideal candidate will bring a passion for design, strong marketing expertise, and the ability to work effectively within a fast-paced environment. This role is perfect for someone who thrives on organizing multiple tasks, delivering high-quality proposals and materials.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Design visually compelling RFPs, proposals and presentations to support new project pursuits.</p><p>• Develop marketing materials, including brochures, advertisements, and banners, that align with brand standards.</p><p>• Lead and manage award submission programs, ensuring all materials meet deadlines and quality expectations.</p><p>• Oversee the digital asset management system (Open Asset), maintaining organization and accessibility.</p><p>• Maintain the company website using Umbraco, ensuring up-to-date and engaging content.</p><p>• Collaborate on social media strategy by creating and coordinating content for various platforms.</p><p>• Assist in public relations activities, including sponsorships and advertising efforts.</p><p>• Coordinate photography and videography shoots to capture high-quality visuals for marketing purposes.</p><p>• Track metrics and analyze the effectiveness of marketing plans to identify areas for improvement.</p><p>• Manage relationships with print vendors and ensure timely production of materials.</p>
We are looking for an experienced Recruiter to join our team on a long-term contract basis in Stillwater, Minnesota. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in sourcing, screening, and hiring top-tier talent for our sales and commercial teams. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to team growth and support key initiatives in the scientific instrument manufacturing industry.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead the full-cycle recruitment process to identify, screen, and secure top sales and commercial talent while ensuring a seamless candidate experience.<br>• Manage the hiring efforts for multiple roles, including ramping up 26 positions to support a product launch, meeting tight deadlines without compromising quality.<br>• Maintain clear and organized tracking of recruitment progress, deadlines, and team communications, ensuring transparency across all hiring activities.<br>• Develop and nurture pipelines of candidates with relevant experience to meet current and future hiring needs effectively.<br>• Utilize innovative sourcing strategies to locate and engage high-caliber candidates for critical positions.<br>• Collaborate with hiring managers to understand role requirements and align recruitment strategies with organizational goals.<br>• Conduct detailed interviews to assess candidate expertise and fit for the company culture and position requirements.<br>• Provide regular updates and reports on hiring metrics and progress to stakeholders.<br>• Ensure compliance with recruitment policies and procedures while maintaining a high standard of professionalism.
<p>We are looking for a dynamic Director of Strategic Communications to lead strategic communication efforts and enhance organizational visibility. This role requires a visionary leader who can craft compelling narratives, develop impactful campaigns, and strengthen engagement with diverse audiences. Based in Saint Paul, Minnesota, this position offers the opportunity to shape public perception and drive meaningful connections.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Develop and implement comprehensive communication strategies to align with organizational goals and enhance brand awareness.</p><p>• Manage internal and external communication efforts, ensuring consistency and quality across various platforms.</p><p>• Lead the creation of multimedia campaigns, including email marketing, social media content, and press releases.</p><p>• Oversee media relations by fostering partnerships and responding effectively to public inquiries.</p><p>• Collaborate with senior leadership and stakeholders to advance outreach initiatives and thought leadership.</p><p>• Monitor public sentiment and adapt communication strategies to address emerging trends and challenges.</p><p>• Guide internal messaging to ensure clarity and alignment with organizational objectives.</p><p>• Analyze the effectiveness of communication efforts using measurable outcomes and adjust approaches accordingly.</p><p>• Handle budgeting for communication projects, ensuring cost efficiency and maximizing impact.</p><p>• Supervise the use of communication tools and software to optimize workflow and results.</p>
<p>We are looking for a skilled Sourcing Manager to oversee the private label category for a private company in the Twin Cities metro area. In this contract position, you will play a pivotal role in developing and implementing sourcing strategies to ensure cost efficiency, supplier quality, and regulatory compliance. This role requires a proactive individual with extensive experience in strategic sourcing, supplier management, and cost modeling within the healthcare distribution industry.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Develop comprehensive sourcing strategies that prioritize cost-effective procurement, supplier quality, and supply chain efficiency.</p><p>• Conduct competitive bidding processes to identify reliable suppliers, evaluating them based on price, delivery, and service performance.</p><p>• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, monitoring their performance using key metrics and ensuring compliance with quality standards.</p><p>• Lead cost modeling initiatives to analyze supplier pricing structures and identify opportunities for cost reduction.</p><p>• Manage budgets for sourcing activities and align procurement goals with overall financial objectives.</p><p>• Oversee product lifecycle management, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure successful product launches and adherence to quality standards.</p><p>• Conduct regular supplier audits and assessments to maintain high product quality and operational excellence.</p><p>• Stay informed on industry trends, market analysis, and regulatory updates to maintain competitive advantage.</p><p>• Provide strategic input to internal teams, including Sales, Marketing, and Product Development, to align sourcing strategies with market demands.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with healthcare industry regulations and certifications throughout the sourcing and product lifecycle.</p>
<p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our client's team in Shoreview, Minnesota. This Contract-to-continuous position offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to the financial success of the organization by managing key accounting processes and providing valuable insights for decision-making. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical accounting skills, a proactive mindset, and a commitment to accuracy and efficiency.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare and record journal entries for assets, liabilities, revenue, and expenses by analyzing and compiling financial transactions in compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).</p><p>• Participate in leadership meetings by providing financial data and insights to guide organizational spending and investment decisions.</p><p>• Reconcile and maintain subsidiary accounts by verifying, posting, and resolving discrepancies to ensure accurate financial records.</p><p>• Support the monthly and weekly financial reporting processes, including assisting with financial close activities.</p><p>• Conduct data analysis to identify patterns and financial indicators that improve forecasting and strategic planning.</p><p>• Create detailed monthly financial reports, highlighting key variances and trends for management review.</p><p>• Drive process improvements within the accounting function to align with best practices and minimize organizational risks.</p><p>• Manage accounts payable and receivable functions, ensuring timely and accurate processing of transactions.</p><p>• Oversee sales tax and corporate tax return preparation to ensure compliance with regulations.</p><p>• Utilize accounting software, including QuickBooks Online, to maintain and monitor the general ledger.</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>
<p>Robert Half is looking for an Accounts Receivable Clerk for our client in Oakdale. This Accounts Receivable Clerk will be responsible for processing of various accounts receivable functions which utilize research, reconciling, investigating and problem solving techniques. They will also need to know how to apply daily deposits in the system as well as perform daily/monthly balancing and to provide the necessary documents to General Accounting. This AR Candidate will report to the A/R Credit Manager and/or A/R Lead and will perform the following duties:</p><p> </p><p>- Daily scanner deposits and manual deposits as needed</p><p>- Cash application (i.e. cash, checks, credit cards), clearing A/R refunds, reversing NSF, various other clearings (i.e. credit memo, settlements, reapplication of funds), applying sales amendments, and applying A/R write-off.</p><p>- Tracking NSF and adjustments</p><p>- Daily cash application to be processed on a timely basis</p><p>- Accurately review accounts status for balance due and determine past due and/or current balances</p><p>- Perform account reconciliation (i.e. for collection accounts, dispute, etc.)</p><p>- Assist in the development, implementation and maintenance of A/R accounting policies and procedures</p><p>- Work closely with credit/collection</p><p> </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>
<p><strong>Job Title: Account Coordinator</strong></p><p><strong>Position Overview:</strong></p><p>The Account Coordinator will work closely with both the sales and account management teams to support the end-to-end client lifecycle, including opportunity creation and finalization in the CRM, assisting with proposal preparation, and processing purchase and change orders. This role requires a strong understanding of administrative tasks in sales operations and the ability to ensure seamless workflow across accounts.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Assist in creating, managing, and closing opportunities within the CRM system.</li><li>Support proposal development, including gathering required documentation and coordinating input from relevant teams.</li><li>Process purchase orders and change orders, ensuring all documentation meets company and client requirements.</li><li>Maintain accurate client and account records; update CRM and internal systems regularly.</li><li>Collaborate cross-functionally with sales, account managers, and other support teams to deliver timely and high-quality client service.</li><li>Monitor the status of active projects and communicate updates to stakeholders as needed.</li><li>Prepare and track various sales documentation, reports, and correspondence.</li></ul><p><strong>Qualifications:</strong></p><ul><li>Demonstrated experience in an administrative, sales support, or account coordination role.</li><li>Strong organizational and communication skills, with an ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.</li><li>Familiarity with CRM platforms (e.g., Salesforce, HubSpot, or similar) is preferred.</li><li>Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) or equivalent productivity tools.</li><li>Attention to detail and problem-solving mindset.</li><li>Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.</li></ul>
We are on the lookout for a Tax Manager - Public to join our team in Saint Paul, Minnesota, 55102, United States. This role will necessitate managing several client engagements at once, maintaining relationships with executives across multiple family offices, and providing guidance and mentorship to team members. A key aspect of this role will be the application of tax code to unique situations, as well as the preparation and review of various tax returns.<br><br>Responsibilities: <br><br>• Manage multiple client engagements simultaneously, ensuring the overall success of each project<br>• Foster and maintain relationships with executives across various family offices<br>• Prepare and review Trust Tax Returns and Estate Tax Returns<br>• Utilize strong trust accounting skills to maintain accuracy and efficiency<br>• Directly manage, develop, train, and mentor team members on projects and assess performance for engagements<br>• Supervise and review team members' work for accuracy and compliance with professional standards<br>• Review individual returns that include multiple complex partnership K-1s, stock options, and multi-state K-1s<br>• Review Real Estate partnerships and apply tax code to unique circumstances<br>• Read, understand, and apply directions contained in trust documents prepared by others<br>• Maintain active communication with clients to manage expectations and ensure satisfaction<br>• Participate in firm-wide initiatives including recruitment<br>• Work with partners on proposals and business development.
We are offering an exciting opportunity for an Audit Manager - Public in Golden Valley, Minnesota, United States. The primary function of this role is to manage and oversee audit engagements, ensure compliance with accounting standards, and provide excellent client service. The role also involves business development and team management activities.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage the execution and completion of audits, emphasizing internal controls and compliance testing<br>• Formulate audit strategies and ensure audit activities comply with relevant standards<br>• Identify potential audit risks and devise audit programs to address these risks<br>• Review and approve audit workpapers, reports, and financial statements to ensure accuracy and completeness<br>• Maintain quality and client service standards by ensuring audits are completed within budget and timelines<br>• Stay current with updates in governmental auditing standards, regulations, and accounting pronouncements, ensuring that audits comply with the latest requirements<br>• Build and maintain strong client relationships, understanding their audit needs, addressing questions, and effectively communicating findings and recommendations<br>• Assist in business development efforts, including proposals and networking within the government sector<br>• Provide ongoing feedback, training, and career development support to audit team members<br>• Ensure compliance with all Firm wide and local office policies and procedures.
We are looking for a detail-oriented Financial Analyst/Manager to join our team in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in analyzing financial data, developing models, and providing insights to support strategic decisions. This position offers an opportunity to collaborate with cross-functional teams and drive improvements in profitability and financial processes.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Analyze gross profit trends to identify key drivers, including cost reductions, material variances, and logistics impacts.<br>• Collaborate with sales teams to evaluate the influence of market trends, discounts, and pricing strategies on gross profit.<br>• Develop and maintain robust financial models to support budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning processes.<br>• Conduct variance analysis to identify discrepancies between actual results and budgeted figures, providing actionable recommendations.<br>• Manage annual budget preparation and oversee ongoing budget monitoring processes.<br>• Improve financial systems and processes to enhance reporting accuracy and efficiency.<br>• Deliver detailed reports and presentations to stakeholders, highlighting key financial performance metrics.<br>• Provide insights and recommendations to support long-term business growth and profitability.<br>• Partner with other departments to ensure alignment of financial strategies with organizational goals.<br>• Monitor industry trends and market data to inform decision-making and strategic planning.
We are looking for an organized and detail-oriented Purchase & Sales Specialist to join our team in Bloomington, Minnesota. This contract-to-permanent position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to purchasing and sales operations while providing vital support to key departments within the organization. The ideal candidate will have strong administrative and technical skills, as well as the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare, process, and monitor purchase orders to ensure timely delivery.<br>• Maintain accurate records of inventory and order statuses, while coordinating with vendors to resolve any shipment issues.<br>• Perform precise data entry to manage purchasing and sales documentation.<br>• Address and resolve discrepancies in shipment documentation, including shortages and overages.<br>• Collaborate closely with the purchasing and sales managers to streamline departmental processes.<br>• Provide administrative support to the sales team, including managing calendars and generating detailed reports.<br>• Assist with the preparation of expense reports, proposals, meeting plans, and presentations.<br>• Troubleshoot technical issues, maintain databases such as the website, and act as a liaison for sales representatives.<br>• Support the purchasing department by ensuring compliance with organizational policies and procedures.
<p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our team in St. Paul, Minnesota. In this role, you will oversee financial management for construction projects, ensuring compliance with company policies and industry standards. You will play a vital part in delivering accurate financial reporting and providing insightful analysis to support project teams.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Review and analyze project contracts to ensure financial compliance with billing rates, cost controls, and retention requirements.</p><p>• Collaborate with project managers to verify equipment billing accuracy and maintain consistent reporting across departments.</p><p>• Monitor project costs, identify discrepancies, and adjust vendor and subcontractor billings in line with contract terms.</p><p>• Prepare and manage project billings, reconciliations, and closeout processes to ensure accuracy and adherence to standards.</p><p>• Conduct financial forecasting, variance analysis, and cash flow management to provide actionable insights to project teams.</p><p>• Support audits by preparing reconciliations, documentation, and detailed reports while ensuring compliance with tax laws and regulations.</p><p>• Act as a subject matter expert in project management systems to enhance financial tracking and reporting efficiency.</p><p>• Educate subcontractors on lien waiver requirements to ensure compliance across all tiers.</p><p>• Process invoices, journal entries, and change orders promptly, maintaining accurate financial records.</p><p>• Communicate with stakeholders to resolve discrepancies and maintain data consistency across projects.</p>
<p>We are looking for a skilled Credit/Collections Supervisor to oversee and optimize our organization's credit and collections operations. This role is vital for ensuring the timely collection of receivables, reducing financial risk, and maintaining strong customer relationships. The ideal candidate will collaborate across departments to establish effective credit policies and foster a healthy cash flow.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Develop and enforce credit policies and procedures that align with organizational objectives.</p><p>• Assess customer creditworthiness by analyzing financial statements, credit reports, and payment histories.</p><p>• Set and adjust credit limits based on risk evaluations and business requirements.</p><p>• Supervise the collections process to ensure prompt payments and minimize overdue accounts.</p><p>• Resolve customer billing disputes, payment delays, and account discrepancies professionally.</p><p>• Monitor aging reports to identify and address potential collection issues proactively.</p><p>• Prepare detailed credit and collections reports for management on a monthly basis.</p><p>• Recommend accounts for credit holds or write-offs after thorough analysis.</p><p>• Collaborate with Sales teams to balance customer satisfaction with financial risk.</p><p>• Lead, train, and manage the credit and collections team to ensure high performance.</p><p><br></p><p>This role requires 5+ years of credit and general AR knowledge. This role is 100% onsite in Minneapolis, and candidates MUST be local to Minnesota with the ability to reliably commute 5 days/week for consideration. </p><p><br></p><p>Beginning pay for this role is $70-80k, depending on qualifications. Benefits are also offered including health, dental, vision, and 401k with matching. For immediate consideration, please apply with an up to date resume for immediate consideration. </p>
We are looking for an experienced Sourcing Director to lead the private label category sourcing efforts for a scientific instrument manufacturing company. This role involves developing and implementing strategic sourcing practices, supplier management, and cost optimization processes to ensure the procurement of high-quality products. The ideal candidate will bring extensive leadership experience in sourcing, a strong understanding of supplier relationships, and expertise in healthcare distribution. This is a Long-term Contract position based in Mendota Heights, Minnesota.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Establish and implement advanced sourcing frameworks, policies, and analytical tools to optimize supplier relationships and procurement strategies.<br>• Lead and mentor a dedicated sourcing team, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and fostering growth.<br>• Develop and execute strategic sourcing plans that enhance cost efficiency, product quality, and supply chain effectiveness.<br>• Conduct competitive bidding processes to secure suppliers that meet quality, pricing, and service standards.<br>• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including marketing, quality assurance, supply chain, and finance, to meet regulatory and product specifications.<br>• Build and maintain strong partnerships with suppliers, monitoring their performance through KPIs and service level agreements.<br>• Oversee cost modeling and profitability analysis to identify cost-saving opportunities and drive negotiations.<br>• Manage budgets related to private label sourcing, ensuring alignment with financial objectives and company goals.<br>• Conduct regular supplier audits and assessments, making adjustments to improve quality and compliance.<br>• Supervise the entire product lifecycle, from initial sourcing to final delivery, ensuring seamless execution across all stages.
<p>We are looking for a skilled Staff Accountant to join a team in Woodbury, Minnesota. In this long-term contract role, you will play a vital part in maintaining the organization's financial health by preparing accurate financial statements, managing accounts, and ensuring compliance with tax regulations. This position is ideal for an individual with strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and a solid foundation in accounting principles.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Maintain and update the general ledger and ensure accurate record-keeping of financial transactions.</p><p>• Prepare detailed financial statements, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow reports.</p><p>• Reconcile bank accounts and credit card statements to identify and resolve discrepancies.</p><p>• Process invoices, manage payments, and track incoming funds to maintain cash flow efficiency.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal tax laws and financial regulations.</p><p>• Assist in internal and external audits by organizing and providing necessary financial documentation.</p><p>• Support budget forecasting by analyzing actual costs versus budgeted amounts and preparing reports.</p><p>• Utilize accounting software, such as NetSuite, to streamline financial processes.</p><p>• Conduct analysis of financial trends and business operations to provide actionable insights.</p><p>• Collaborate with other departments to ensure financial accuracy and adherence to organizational goals.</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>
We are looking for an experienced Senior Financial Analyst to join our team in Arden Hills, Minnesota. This role is pivotal in driving financial strategy and providing insightful analysis to support decision-making across the organization. If you have a strong background in financial planning, reporting, and collaboration with cross-functional teams, we encourage you to apply.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare and distribute comprehensive monthly financial reporting packages, including consolidated profit and loss statements, variance analyses, and key performance metrics.<br>• Lead the budgeting and forecasting processes, working closely with leadership and department heads to align financial goals.<br>• Evaluate performance trends, including cost drivers, revenue patterns, and segment profitability, to uncover actionable insights.<br>• Conduct ad hoc financial analysis and modeling for capital investments, pricing strategies, and other strategic initiatives.<br>• Support integration efforts for new business acquisitions, ensuring alignment in financial reporting structures and forecasting models.<br>• Collaborate with operational, sales, and purchasing leaders to translate business activities into meaningful financial insights.<br>• Work with the Accounting team to ensure accurate month-end accruals, account classifications, and consistent reporting practices.<br>• Develop and implement improvements to financial planning and analysis processes, tools, and templates.<br>• Assist in preparing financial presentations for board meetings, lenders, and other external stakeholders.
We are offering an opportunity for a VP/Director of Finance in Arden Hills, Minnesota. The individual will be responsible for overseeing the finance, accounting, budgeting, and financial reporting aspects of the organization. The role involves engagement with multiple departments, ensuring the organization's goals are met and new initiatives are properly funded. <br><br>Responsibilities:<br><br>• Plan and implement systems that fulfill the department's mission and goals efficiently and effectively.<br>• Provide leadership and day to day management of finance, accounting, tax, audit, business technology, risk management, purchasing, budgeting, financial reporting, and analysis, investment analysis, and management.<br>• Assure monthly financial statements provide an accurate picture of current financial conditions of the Organization consistent with generally accepted accounting practices (GAAP), nonprofit law, and organizational policy.<br>• Conduct internal audits to assure compliance and maintain business and financial records in accordance with financial accounting and reporting systems, controls, accountabilities, legal, tax, and audit parameters.<br>• Conduct financial and business analyses of potential new ventures and develop funding models and implementation plans.<br>• Manage all financial activities including cash flow management, investment management, analysis of capital projects, asset sales, and the safeguarding of all assets.<br>• Oversee the development of the annual operating budget, including all department and subsidiary budgets.<br>• Lead the decision-making process for real estate and major lease and buy activities.<br>• Communicate regularly with the audit/finance committee and the board of directors.<br>• Drive employee engagement and organizational performance by improving employee line of sight to strategic goals.<br>• Establish and implement finance and business technology efforts that effectively communicate and support organizational mission, goals, and strategic vision.<br>• Establish and maintain constructive and effective relationships with audit.
<p>We are looking for a skilled Compensation Analyst to join our manufacturing team in the Twin Cities. This long-term contract position offers an exciting opportunity to apply your expertise in compensation strategies and analysis. If you have a strong background in compensation administration and enjoy working in a dynamic environment, we encourage you to apply.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>Compensation administrator for the Short-Term Incentive Plan </p><ul><li>Run weekly reports for overall bonus incentive eligible participants and upload to vendor. </li><li>Review monthly report for short-term incentive plan participants. Compare with data from finance, address gaps.</li><li>Quarterly, gather employee details for quarterly operations short-term incentive plan.</li><li>Year end, work with finance to validate, QC, and input correct eligible earnings into short-term incentive plan tool.</li><li>Coordinate payment files to regions and local payroll.</li><li>Support the setup of the year-end and initial launches of the short-term incentive plan tool to managers and participants.</li><li>Coordinate the posting of quarterly payment dates.</li></ul><p>Support the Sales Incentive Plan </p><ul><li>Provide quarterly support of the short-term incentive plan tool, in partnership with finance.</li><li>Work with finance to validate, QC, and input correct eligible earnings into tool.</li><li>Assist with annual set-up of plan specifics.</li><li>Coordinate the posting of quarterly payment dates.</li></ul><p>Data analysis and validation </p><ul><li>Support compensation committee and proxy data analysis and presentations. </li><li>Validate merit budgets and salary ranges within Workday and post on intranet.</li><li>Provide requested data regarding Workday variable compensation to finance and internal audit.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p>
We are looking for a highly skilled Sr. Financial Analyst to join our team in Minneapolis, Minnesota. This role focuses on managing selling expenses within the retail sector while partnering closely with senior business leaders to provide actionable insights. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in financial planning and analysis, particularly in retail finance, and a passion for driving process improvements.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Analyze store selling expenses, including labor costs, workforce trends, and occupancy accounting, to optimize financial performance.<br>• Collaborate with Finance team members and Sales Operations leaders to ensure alignment on expense management strategies.<br>• Develop and present business case analyses, identifying trends and providing recommendations based on data-driven insights.<br>• Manage deliverables across Finance and other business units, ensuring timely and accurate reporting.<br>• Drive process improvement initiatives by analyzing existing workflows and implementing enhancements.<br>• Prepare and deliver presentations to senior and executive leadership, communicating financial impacts and insights effectively.<br>• Partner with accounting teams to assess the financial implications of store openings and closures.<br>• Explore profitability drivers within retail FP& A, such as hourly wage impacts and workforce scheduling.<br>• Provide expertise in workforce management, analyzing labor costs and minimum wage impacts.<br>• Ensure adherence to best practices in expense structure management across multi-unit retail operations.
