<p>We are looking for a dynamic Financial Planning & Analysis Lead/Manager for a client in St. Paul. In this role, you will lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis efforts while collaborating closely with various departments to drive strategic decision-making. This position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact by providing actionable insights and optimizing processes to support organizational growth. This position will be onsite for the first 3-6 months, then hybrid 3-4 days in office per week after that. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Develop and oversee the annual operating budget and rolling forecasts for different business units and manufacturing sites.</p><p>• Collaborate with plant managers, operational leaders, and functional teams to create accurate budgets aligned with operational performance metrics.</p><p>• Design and maintain forecasting models to enable timely and informed decision-making.</p><p>• Perform comprehensive analysis of corporate and plant-level financial results, including profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and cash flow.</p><p>• Conduct variance analysis to compare actual results against budgets or forecasts, identify key factors, and recommend corrective measures.</p><p>• Provide insights into pricing strategies, cost of goods sold, and margin analysis to enhance profitability.</p><p>• Partner with leadership and private equity sponsors to support value creation initiatives, mergers and acquisitions, and investment opportunities.</p><p>• Prepare detailed financial reporting packages, including dashboards and key performance indicators, for internal and external stakeholders.</p><p>• Collaborate across departments to drive accountability through clear financial visibility and data-driven recommendations.</p><p>• Enhance FP& A processes and tools by standardizing practices and automating reporting to improve efficiency and accuracy.</p>
<p><strong>Investment Operations Analyst</strong></p><p>Are you ready to launch or grow your financial services career in a fast-paced, dynamic environment? Our client, an alternative investment firm in the Twin Cities, is seeking a detail-oriented <strong>Investment Operations Analyst</strong> to join their team and make an impact in structured security products.</p><p>This role covers end-to-end responsibilities in the operational trade lifecycle, including data flow, trade confirmations, reconciliation, and monitoring. If you’re a motivated self-starter with strong problem-solving and collaboration skills, this opportunity could be the perfect fit.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p>Ensure accuracy in <strong>daily investment operational tasks</strong>, including reporting, trade settlements, and resolving trade breaks or fails.</p><p>Provide <strong>trade confirmation</strong> for structured security product trades and associated derivatives.</p><p>Conduct <strong>cash reconciliation</strong>, including handling lifecycle events such as monthly P& I payments.</p><p>Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including brokers, treasury, accounting, and traders, to resolve issues proactively.</p><p>Perform <strong>weekly and monthly reconciliations</strong> of investment positions and activity across holdings while investigating and resolving discrepancies.</p><p>Support ad-hoc analysis and assist in process improvement initiatives.</p><p><strong>Qualifications</strong></p><p><strong>1–3 years of experience</strong> in financial operations or a related role within financial services or a trading firm.</p><p><strong>Bachelor’s degree</strong> in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.</p><p>Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel; VBA knowledge is a plus.</p><p>Prior experience with <strong>structured securities products</strong> is advantageous.</p><p>Strong written and verbal communication skills, with an ability to manage competing priorities effectively.</p><p>Highly collaborative mindset with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to thrive under pressure.</p><p><br></p><p>This is a unique opportunity to make an immediate impact, contribute to operational excellence, and work within an environment that appreciates initiative and fosters professional development.</p><p><strong>Take the next step in your career journey!</strong> Contact Douglas Rickart at <strong>612-249-0330</strong>, connect with him on LinkedIn, or click <strong>apply now</strong> to express your interest today!</p>
<p>A highly regarded wealth management firm based in the Twin Cities is seeking a skilled and motivated Tax Manager with experience in Accounting and Tax, particularly focusing on High Net Worth Individuals and Business Owners. This permanent position offers a unique opportunity to thrive professionally in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.</p><p><strong>Key Highlights:</strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Fast-Paced, Entrepreneurial Client Base:</strong> Collaborate with an entrepreneurial and dynamic client portfolio that values innovation and growth.</p><p><strong>Professional Collaboration:</strong> Engage with investment professionals, business experts, and principals to provide sophisticated solutions.</p><p><strong>Integrity and Professional Growth:</strong> Join an organization committed to integrity, professionalism, and rewarding independent thinking and strong business judgment.</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Summary of Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>Streamline service delivery for client needs while maintaining responsiveness and efficiency.</p><p>Oversee tax and accounting processes for individual, partnership, and trust entities, alongside the business unit.</p><p>Perform in-depth research and analysis to address complex tax inquiries and financial planning challenges.</p><p>Collect and evaluate annual tax documentation, including tracking charitable contributions, deductible interest, and Schedule C income/expenses.</p><p>Prepare quarterly portfolio review reports reflecting comprehensive analytics.</p><p>Manage treasury operations for client entities and ensure proper accountability.</p><p>Coordinate property and casualty insurance renewals.</p><p>Foster relationships with external advisors such as tax professionals, estate attorneys, bankers, investment counselors, and insurance brokers.</p><p>Contribute with a "no task too big or too small" mindset on ad hoc projects.</p><p><strong>Qualifications:</strong></p><p> </p><p><strong>Experience:</strong> 5–8 years of combined experience in public accounting and/or the financial services sector.</p><p><strong>Education:</strong> Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA certification considered a plus).</p><p><strong>Technical Knowledge:</strong> Expertise in individual, trust, and entity taxation is preferred, with strong analytical and critical thinking skills to navigate complex financial matters.</p><p><strong>Soft Skills:</strong> Demonstrated ability for effective time management, resourcefulness, independence, discipline, and problem resolution under tight deadlines.</p><p><strong>Characteristics:</strong> Must showcase initiative, professionalism, detail orientation, and strong interpersonal abilities to thrive in varied relationships and situations.</p><p> </p><p>This role presents an exceptional chance to enhance your career with a firm that values smart thinking, integrity, and professional accountability.</p><p><strong>Next Steps:</strong></p><p> Interested applicants should apply through the provided link or contact Douglas Rickart at 612-249-0330 or message on LinkedIn for confidential consideration.</p><p><br></p>
<p><strong>Trust Operations Specialist</strong></p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Minneapolis, Minnesota</p><p> <strong>Type:</strong> 6 Month Contract | Hybrid Work Environment</p><p><strong>Overview:</strong></p><p> We are seeking a <strong>Trust Operations Specialist</strong> to join a local team in Minneapolis. In this role, you will provide critical operational support within the personal trust business, ensuring accurate and efficient account administration while maintaining strong relationships with advisors and clients. This position is ideal for a detail-oriented professional who values accuracy, collaboration, and exceptional service delivery.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Support trust account operations by opening new accounts, preparing documentation, and setting up system interfaces for administration.</li><li>Manage account terminations by processing closures, confirming waivers and releases, executing delivery instructions, and removing system access.</li><li>Review and process advisor and client requests, ensuring all transactions comply with established procedures.</li><li>Maintain accurate account data through regular quality control and reconciliation activities.</li><li>Process daily cash transactions, including distributions and adjustments, and resolve reconciliation discrepancies in coordination with internal teams.</li><li>Ensure timely and accurate fee processing and account maintenance.</li><li>Collaborate with advisors and clients to deliver exceptional service and strengthen business relationships.</li><li>Research and resolve issues related to trust accounts, cash activity, and settlements.</li><li>Prepare and review legal and operational documentation associated with account openings, terminations, and other trust activities.</li><li>Contribute to process improvement initiatives and support the overall efficiency of trust operations.</li></ul><p><br></p>
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 a dedicated Financial Analyst to join a nonprofit organization in Minneapolis, Minnesota. This role will involve analyzing financial data to uncover meaningful insights, collaborating closely with leadership, and contributing to the organization's impactful mission. If you have expertise in financial reporting and a passion for making a difference, this position could be a great fit for you.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Analyze financial data to provide actionable insights and support strategic decision-making.<br>• Develop and maintain financial models to forecast performance and evaluate potential scenarios.<br>• Collaborate with the Director and Vice President of Finance to prepare detailed financial reports.<br>• Conduct variance analyses to monitor budget adherence and identify key trends.<br>• Perform ad hoc financial analysis to address specific business needs or challenges.<br>• Utilize data mining techniques to extract relevant financial information and identify patterns.<br>• Support full-cycle accounting processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance.<br>• Apply knowledge of nonprofit accounting principles to manage financial operations effectively.<br>• Communicate complex financial information clearly to stakeholders and leadership.
<p>We are looking for an experienced Director of Accounting to lead and oversee financial accounting operations. This role involves ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting, maintaining compliance with accounting standards, and driving process improvements to strengthen internal controls. The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience in leading accounting teams and a deep understanding of financial systems. This is a hybrid model in the northern suburbs. Salary up to $180K plus 15-20% Bonus. If you are interested, please reach out to Steve Cashman on LinkedIn or call Steve at 612.446.5690.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee general ledger financial accounting functions across multiple systems to ensure precise and timely account reconciliations.</p><p>• Manage the monthly financial close process in collaboration with financial reporting and FP& A leaders to deliver accurate trial balances.</p><p>• Develop and monitor analytics to explain monthly fluctuations in financial data compared to budgets, forecasts, prior years, and trends.</p><p>• Research and interpret accounting standards and regulatory guidance, implementing new policies to ensure compliance with updates.</p><p>• Lead communications and coordination with external auditors regarding accounting changes and compliance timelines.</p><p>• Maintain and enhance internal controls over financial reporting processes, recommending improvements as needed.</p><p>• Partner with finance leadership to plan and execute year-end close processes and annual audits, ensuring no control deficiencies or adjustments.</p><p>• Mentor and develop high-potential talent through structured feedback, coaching, and performance evaluations.</p><p>• Drive organizational change and foster a collaborative environment within the accounting team.</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.
<p>We are looking for a Senior Financial Analyst in the West Metro. This role is ideal for someone with a strong background in finance and accounting, seeking to contribute to a dynamic environment. The ideal candidate will use their analytical expertise to drive process improvements and deliver meaningful insights that support strategic decision-making.</p><p><br></p><p>This opportunity comes with medical, dental/vision, 401k, PTO, and hybrid work schedule. </p><p><br></p><p>If interested or you would like to have a private conversation about this opportunity, please reach out on LinkedIn @ Jordan Docken</p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Senior Financial Analyst to join our team on a long-term contract basis. This role offers an exciting opportunity to drive business value by leading financial initiatives, delivering performance insights, and collaborating across various departments. As part of this position, you will provide analytical expertise, create detailed financial models, and support decision-making processes that impact the organization.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Develop and maintain comprehensive financial models, such as long-term forecasts, labor cost projections, cash flow analyses, and profitability evaluations.</p><p>• Enhance and optimize existing budgeting and forecasting tools to improve efficiency and analytical capacity.</p><p>• Collaborate with Business Unit Finance to offer analytical support for operational decision-making.</p><p>• Conduct cost-benefit analyses for proposed projects, presenting recommendations to senior management.</p><p>• Perform ad hoc financial and operational analyses to address special projects and organizational needs.</p><p>• Analyze key trends and data to support forecasting and strategic decision-making efforts.</p><p>• Assist in budgeting and forecasting for specific cost items, including aircraft leasing expenses, debt management, and balance sheet projections.</p><p>• Prepare presentations for senior leadership and the Board of Directors, effectively communicating insights and recommendations.</p><p>• Partner with departments such as Operations, Treasury, Accounting, and HR to ensure alignment on financial strategies.</p><p>• Take on additional responsibilities as required to support organizational goals.</p>
We are offering an exciting opportunity for a Tax Manager in the public sector. The role is based in White Bear Lake, Minnesota, and involves working in a CPA firm with multiple locations. The primary focus will be on managing tax functions for privately held clients. <br><br>Responsibilities: <br>• Oversee the preparation and review of complex tax returns<br>• Manage corporate tax returns in adherence to federal and state regulations<br>• Coordinate the preparation and submission of federal tax returns<br>• Implement strategies to manage federal taxes effectively<br>• Work towards maintaining a balance between work duties and personal life<br>• Monitor and ensure low chargeable hours<br>• Facilitate growth within the team and firm<br>• Maintain regular communication with clients and provide excellent customer service<br>• Stay updated with tax laws and regulations to provide accurate advice to clients<br>• Work towards improving the quality of life within the team and firm.
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.
<p>We are looking for a Trust Operations Specialist to join a local team on a contract basis. In this role, you will provide essential operational support to the personal trust business, ensuring smooth account maintenance, reconciliation, and processing tasks. This remote position requires strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to delivering high-quality service to clients and advisors.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage trust account operations, including setting up new accounts, processing paperwork, and initiating funding activities.</p><p>• Oversee the closing and de-funding of trust accounts, ensuring all required waivers and releases are properly handled.</p><p>• Address inquiries from clients and advisors, ensuring requests are reviewed and approved according to established procedures.</p><p>• Maintain data integrity for trust accounts by performing quality control checks and reconciliations to support client and advisor relationships.</p><p>• Handle daily cash processing tasks such as entering distributions, resolving errors, and collaborating with internal teams for account reconciliation.</p><p>• Coordinate fee processing activities to ensure accurate and timely handling of related transactions.</p><p>• Support account terminations by managing delivery instructions and properly closing interfaces with relevant systems.</p><p>• Facilitate daily net settlements by monitoring and processing transactions accurately.</p><p>• Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders to provide updates and resolve issues.</p><p>• Assist with project support and other tasks related to trust administration as needed.</p>
