We are looking for a Category Analyst to support sourcing and procurement activities for a scientific instrument manufacturing organization in Mendota Heights, Minnesota. This Long-term Contract position focuses on improving indirect purchasing performance, strengthening supplier partnerships, and identifying practical ways to reduce cost while maintaining service quality. The role works closely with business stakeholders across functions to guide category administration, support contract and renewal reviews, and help deliver efficient sourcing outcomes.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Analyze procurement and sourcing activities to identify process gaps, cost-saving opportunities, and operational improvements across assigned categories.<br>• Coordinate bidding events and request-for-proposal activities, evaluate pricing options, and support negotiations that improve commercial terms.<br>• Maintain day-to-day communication with suppliers, address service or performance concerns, and promote continuous improvement in vendor relationships.<br>• Review software and service renewals, amendments, schedules, and purchase orders, including redlining documents when needed.<br>• Partner with internal stakeholders to ensure sourced products and services align with business requirements, project timelines, and budget expectations.<br>• Prepare cost-savings plans, track progress against sourcing initiatives, and provide written status updates for leadership and business partners.<br>• Conduct benchmark and cost analysis studies to compare supplier offerings and recommend high-quality, cost-effective solutions.<br>• Act as a procurement point of contact for new product launches and support sourcing activities needed to meet launch schedules and target costs.<br>• Audit weekly invoices, complete general ledger coding, maintain invoice records, and assist with upload preparation for accounts payable processing.<br>• Resolve supplier and stakeholder issues through collaborative problem-solving and negotiated solutions that support positive long-term outcomes.
We are looking for a Financial Analyst to join a logistics organization in Eagan, Minnesota. In this role, you will turn financial and operational data into practical insights that support growth, profitability, and stronger business decisions. The position offers the opportunity to partner with leaders across the company, evaluate strategic initiatives, and improve how performance is measured and reported.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Examine financial results across business areas to highlight patterns in revenue, margins, and overall earnings performance.<br>• Create forecasting tools, business models, and what-if analyses to assess investments, operational initiatives, and expansion opportunities.<br>• Surface financial risks and upside potential by interpreting performance data and connecting findings to business outcomes.<br>• Partner with department leaders to understand operational challenges and shape data-backed recommendations.<br>• Design dashboards, key performance indicators, and reporting tools that give stakeholders clear visibility into results.<br>• Deliver concise presentations and recommendations to senior leadership to support planning and decision-making.<br>• Use analytical technologies and data mining techniques to identify trends, uncover insights, and strengthen reporting accuracy.<br>• Identify opportunities to streamline reporting and enhance decision support through automation and emerging technologies.<br>• Contribute to cross-functional efforts focused on efficiency, profitability, operational improvement, and a broader data-driven culture.
We are looking for a detail-oriented Financial Analyst to join our team in Newport, Minnesota. In this role, you will leverage your expertise to analyze financial data and provide insights that drive strategic decisions within our sales and marketing departments. This position offers the opportunity to collaborate with cross-functional teams and contribute to the company’s growth through informed financial planning and reporting.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Analyze sales and marketing data to identify performance trends and provide actionable insights.<br>• Build and maintain financial models to support strategic planning and decision-making processes.<br>• Create and deliver reports on critical metrics such as customer acquisition costs and sales pipeline efficiency.<br>• Collaborate with sales and marketing teams to assess campaign effectiveness and recommend optimal budget allocations.<br>• Track expenses and variances, ensuring alignment with financial goals while identifying opportunities for cost savings.<br>• Assist in the development of annual budgets and quarterly forecasts for sales and marketing departments.<br>• Conduct pricing and margin analyses to support decision-making, including customer profitability and segmentation.<br>• Manage and evaluate royalty rates, profitability of licensed products, and costing data to enhance financial outcomes.<br>• Present financial findings and recommendations to senior leadership in a clear and actionable format.<br>• Perform ad hoc financial analyses to support business strategies, pricing decisions, and organizational assessments.
<p>We are looking for an Accounting Analyst to join a manufacturing organization in Lake Elmo, Minnesota on a contract basis with the potential for a permanent role. This role supports core accounting operations by helping maintain accurate financial records, preparing close-related entries, and assisting with reporting and reconciliations. The ideal candidate brings a solid foundation in accounting principles, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively with colleagues across multiple departments.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Support daily general ledger activity by reviewing financial data, maintaining account accuracy, and helping ensure records align with company accounting standards and GAAP.</p><p>• Prepare and post journal entries tied to monthly and year-end close activities, while assisting with consolidation and other routine closing tasks.</p><p>• Complete balance sheet reconciliations, investigate variances or unmatched items, and follow through on timely resolution of outstanding issues.</p><p>• Compile financial analyses and recurring reports for accounting leadership and internal business partners under established guidance.</p><p>• Contribute to accounts payable and accounts receivable processes as needed to support accurate transaction flow and account integrity.</p><p>• Assist with bank reconciliations and other cash-related accounting tasks to help confirm completeness and accuracy of recorded activity.</p><p>• Participate in internal and external audit support by gathering documentation, responding to requests, and helping organize supporting records.</p><p>• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency in day-to-day accounting procedures and support departmental projects or related assignments as needed.</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 a Product Data Analyst to support digital commerce initiatives by building and maintaining accurate product information across key business systems. This Long-term Contract position is based in Rogers, Minnesota, and will focus on improving the quality, consistency, and completeness of product content used in online distributor channels. The ideal candidate will combine strong analytical ability with hands-on experience in e-commerce data management and cross-functional collaboration.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Gather, verify, and enter product details into company platforms to maintain reliable and up-to-date records.<br>• Review product content to uncover missing specifications, inconsistent attributes, and incomplete organizational data that could affect online visibility.<br>• Partner with Product Management and related stakeholders to align product information with business standards and digital channel needs.<br>• Contribute to e-commerce projects by preparing and organizing data used to populate distributor-facing websites.<br>• Use Oracle, AI-supported tools, and SharePoint to manage, refine, and distribute product information efficiently.<br>• Monitor product data quality across systems and recommend corrections that improve accuracy and completeness.<br>• Help ensure product content is presented consistently across digital platforms through careful validation and ongoing maintenance.
<p>We are looking for an experienced Business Analyst. This role offers the opportunity to work with a global team and contribute to impactful projects.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Analyze user requirements, workflows, and procedures to identify opportunities for automation or system improvement.</p><p>• Collaborate with stakeholders to assess system capabilities and recommend updates or enhancements.</p><p>• Oversee the testing, maintenance, and implementation of computer programs and systems.</p><p>• Provide training and guidance to staff and users to ensure effective utilization of systems and tools.</p><p>• Conduct interviews, surveys, or job observations to understand how data is processed and identify areas for optimization.</p><p>• Lead efforts to expand or modify systems to meet evolving business needs and improve workflows.</p><p>• Offer expert advice to clients on information processing and computation requirements.</p><p>• Deliver constructive feedback and mentorship to team members to support their growth and development.</p><p>• Facilitate communication within teams, ensuring alignment on project goals and deliverables.</p><p>• Ensure adherence to Agile Scrum methodologies in project execution.</p>
<p>We’re looking for an Information Security Awareness Analyst to help drive security best practices across the organization. This role blends security operations with user education, making it a great fit for someone who enjoys both hands-on security work and influencing behavior through training and communication.</p><p>What you’ll do</p><ul><li>Own and manage security awareness programs, including phishing simulations and training campaigns</li><li>Create and deliver engaging content such as newsletters, presentations, and awareness materials</li><li>Help drive a culture of security by educating users at all levels on best practices and risk reduction</li><li>Review and respond to phishing and suspicious emails to prevent potential incidents</li><li>Conduct threat research and share insights through clear, actionable communications</li><li>Support security operations with monitoring, alert review, and incident response as needed</li></ul><p>If you enjoy being at the intersection of cybersecurity, communication, and user behavior, this is a great opportunity to make a visible impact. Interested candidates should submit resumes to sally.lander@roberthalf.(com).</p>
<p>We are looking for an IT Security Specialist to join a team. This position is ideal for a security specialist who can strengthen employee awareness. The analyst will focus on managing and utilizing security awareness training tools and resources to train users and intensely raise security awareness across the organization. The ideal candidate should possess a combination of soft skills and technical skills and have experience training and communicating with users at all levels.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Design and manage security awareness initiatives, including phishing exercises and role-based education programs that improve employee decision-making.</p><p>• Develop engaging security communications such as training materials, brief advisories, and internal updates that encourage safe practices across the business.</p><p>• Interpret threat information and convert technical findings into practical guidance for business stakeholders and end users.</p><p>• Identify opportunities to strengthen the organization’s security culture and recommend actions that improve risk awareness and response readiness.</p><p>• Work with relevant tools and platforms in areas such as data privacy, database security, cyber governance, and file protection to support broader security objectives.</p>
<p>Our client is looking for a Finance Manager with strong analytics, budgeting/forecasting and supervisory experience. Experience with SaaS a strong plus. Bachelors in Accounting or Finance and 5+ years experience required. If you are interested, please reach out confidentially on LinkedIn @JenniferExsted.</p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Collector to join our team in Eagan, Minnesota in a Contract position. This role focuses on managing delinquent accounts, communicating with customers to resolve outstanding balances, and maintaining accurate collection records. The ideal candidate brings strong negotiation ability, sound judgment, and a customer-focused approach to resolving account issues while meeting compliance standards.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Contact customers regarding past-due balances and work toward timely, practical payment resolutions.</p><p>• Review account status, payment history, and supporting information to determine appropriate collection actions.</p><p>• Maintain complete and accurate documentation of customer interactions, commitments, and account updates in collection systems.</p><p>• Apply collection practices in accordance with company guidelines and applicable federal and state regulations.</p><p>• Negotiate payment arrangements and support debt recovery efforts while maintaining positive customer relationships.</p><p>• Handle account research, payment-related follow-up, and issue resolution with attention to detail and deadlines.</p><p>• Work independently to manage a queue of assigned accounts and prioritize activities based on urgency and risk.</p><p>• Provide guidance or informal support to less experienced team members when needed, including constructive feedback on collection approaches.</p>
We are looking for a Collections Specialist to join our team on a contract basis. This position focuses on monitoring outstanding receivables, resolving account issues, and maintaining accurate communication records to support timely payment activity. The ideal candidate brings strong communication skills, experience working with billing and invoice processes, and the ability to collaborate effectively with project teams and clients.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Review weekly aging reports to identify overdue balances and prioritize collection efforts.<br>• Investigate payment discrepancies and client concerns, partnering with Project Managers to reach timely resolution.<br>• Maintain clear records of collection activity, including conversations, commitments, and follow-up actions by project or customer account.<br>• Communicate with clients regarding open invoices, outstanding balances, and billing-related questions in a clear and organized manner.<br>• Track receivables status across projects and support consistent follow-up to improve payment performance.<br>• Assist with invoice and billing review to help ensure account details are accurate and up to date.<br>• Use billing systems and spreadsheets to organize account information, monitor progress, and prepare collection updates.
<p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Collections Specialist to join our team in Minnesota in a contract capacity with the potential for a permanent role. This position supports mortgage and consumer collection activities through account follow-up, delinquency review, documentation handling, and compliance-focused communication. The ideal candidate brings strong organizational skills, sound judgment, and the ability to manage sensitive financial information while delivering accurate and timely support.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Conduct outbound outreach to customers based on delinquency and account status reports to help resolve past-due balances.</p><p>• Review accounts to identify appropriate collection or loss mitigation next steps and document activity with accuracy.</p><p>• Prepare and send required notices, letters, and supporting documentation in accordance with internal procedures and regulatory expectations.</p><p>• Maintain complete and up-to-date records of collection efforts, delinquency status, and account-level actions.</p><p>• Communicate with investors, insurers, and other external partners regarding loan status, workout activity, foreclosure alternatives, bankruptcy matters, and related collection issues.</p><p>• Assist with modification request processing and ensure reporting is completed correctly for applicable loan programs.</p><p>• Compile delinquency and portfolio reports for leadership, investors, and other stakeholders as needed.</p><p>• Support training efforts for new or existing team members and contribute to the achievement of departmental performance goals.</p><p>• Stay informed on consumer protection requirements, mortgage servicing standards, and company policies while safeguarding confidential information.</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>We are looking for a Collections Specialist to support a growing organization in the Twin Cities area. This contract or contract to hire opportunity is ideal for someone who is detail-oriented, confident communicating with customers, and experienced in managing outstanding receivables. The person in this role will play a key part in maintaining healthy cash flow, reducing aging balances, and supporting the overall accounts receivable process.</p><p><br></p><p>• Monitor accounts receivable aging and proactively follow up with customers on past-due balances.</p><p>• Communicate with customers via phone and email to resolve outstanding invoices and ensure timely payment.</p><p>• Research and resolve billing discrepancies, short payments, and disputes in collaboration with internal teams.</p><p>• Apply incoming payments accurately and maintain up-to-date account records.</p><p>• Maintain detailed notes on collection activity and customer communication for tracking and reporting purposes.</p><p>• Partner with internal departments such as sales or customer service to address account issues and improve payment timelines.</p><p>• Assist with reporting on aging, collections progress, and cash flow visibility.</p><p>• Support month-end close processes related to accounts receivable and collections activity.</p>
We are looking for an experienced Collections Specialist to support accounts receivable activities for a manufacturing organization. This position focuses on recovering outstanding balances, researching payment issues, and helping keep customer accounts in good standing. The ideal candidate brings strong judgment, attention to detail, and a detail-oriented approach to customer communication while partnering with internal teams to keep the payment cycle moving efficiently.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Drive collection efforts across an assigned portfolio by contacting customers regularly and securing payment on overdue invoices.<br>• Research billing concerns, payment discrepancies, and disputed items, then work toward timely and accurate resolution.<br>• Reconcile account activity by reviewing invoices, cash applications, credits, and open balances to confirm records are correct.<br>• Coordinate with Sales, Customer Care, and Finance teams to remove obstacles affecting payments, account standing, or order flow.<br>• Evaluate held orders and determine release readiness based on account performance, exposure, and customer commitments.<br>• Monitor customer credit availability and maintain approved limits in accordance with company guidelines and risk standards.<br>• Analyze payment behavior and account information to identify collection risk and escalate developing concerns when needed.<br>• Document outreach efforts, account updates, and resolution steps thoroughly to maintain accurate receivable records.<br>• Contribute to process improvements that strengthen collections performance, dispute handling, and overall order-to-cash efficiency.
<p>We are looking for an ERP Administrator/Analyst to strengthen business operations in St. Paul, Minnesota by improving and supporting the Epicor Kinetic environment. This position offers the chance to work closely with manufacturing, finance, engineering, and leadership teams to deliver practical system enhancements, meaningful reporting, and scalable solutions that support continued growth. The ideal candidate combines strong technical development skills with a business-minded approach to solving operational challenges.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Design, configure, and enhance Epicor Kinetic solutions to improve efficiency across core business functions.</p><p>• Build and maintain BPMs, Functions, and Application Studio customizations that align system behavior with operational needs.</p><p>• Develop BAQs, dashboards, data definitions, and report styles to provide clear visibility into business performance.</p><p>• Create and support SQL Server and SSRS-based reporting solutions that deliver accurate and actionable information.</p><p>• Partner with stakeholders in operations, finance, and engineering to gather requirements and translate them into effective ERP improvements.</p><p>• Manage integrations between Epicor and other business platforms using reliable, scalable technical approaches.</p><p>• Troubleshoot application issues, investigate root causes, and implement corrective changes that improve system stability.</p><p>• Document configurations, development work, and support processes to ensure maintainability and knowledge sharing</p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Technology Sr Analyst. The ideal candidate will combine analytical thinking with strong systems knowledge to translate business needs into practical technology enhancements.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Analyze talent technology workflows and identify opportunities to improve system performance, data accuracy, and user experience.</p><p>• Partner with recruiting, HR, and technical teams to gather requirements and convert business needs into well-defined solution designs.</p><p>• Create process maps, functional specifications, and reporting insights to guide technology updates and business decisions.</p><p>• Use database knowledge to validate data integrity, troubleshoot issues, and support ongoing system maintenance activities.</p><p>• Develop and enhance automated workflows using Microsoft Power Automate to streamline manual tasks and improve efficiency.</p><p>• Coordinate testing efforts for system changes, ensuring new functionality meets business requirements before deployment.</p><p>• Provide ongoing analysis and recommendations to strengthen hiring processes through better technology utilization.</p>
<p>We are looking for a Fund Operations Analyst to join an Investment Management firm in Minneapolis, Minnesota and help strengthen the operational foundation that supports investment fund activities. This position blends fund operations, governance coordination, and process management, making it ideal for someone who thrives on organization, accuracy, and cross-functional collaboration. The role will contribute to maintaining critical records, improving workflows, and supporting time-sensitive transactions in a dynamic private investment environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Coordinate the setup, maintenance, and ongoing administration of legal entities and related organizational records across domestic and international structures.</p><p>• Oversee the accuracy structural reporting, and required filings to keep governance materials current and well organized.</p><p>• Monitor recurring legal and operational obligations, ensuring deadlines, deliverables, and compliance-related tasks are completed on schedule.</p><p>• Administer document workflows from intake through execution and retention, while strengthening consistency in recordkeeping practices.</p><p>• Develop and refine templates, procedures, and documentation standards to improve efficiency and create more scalable operational processes.</p><p>• Review invoices and assist with outside counsel spend tracking, budget monitoring, and billing administration.</p><p>• Help evaluate and manage legal or operational technology tools, including enhancements that improve workflow visibility, data quality, and process control.</p><p>• Provide operational support for transactions, investor-related closings, regulatory submissions, and other special projects as business needs evolve.</p>
<p>We are looking for a Workforce Management Analyst to support planning and performance analysis for operational teams in Minnetonka, Minnesota. This contract to hire opportunity is ideal for someone who can turn complex business data into reliable forecasts, staffing plans, and actionable recommendations. The role partners closely with leaders across functions such as enrollment, billing, reconciliation, and appeals and grievances to improve service performance and align resources with business needs.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Create workload projections by analyzing historical patterns, business drivers, and anticipated changes that may affect demand.</p><p>• Develop staffing and capacity plans that balance service expectations, productivity assumptions, and budget considerations for assigned business areas.</p><p>• Maintain and refine workforce planning models by validating inputs, adjusting assumptions, and reconciling forecast outputs against operational results.</p><p>• Evaluate performance gaps through detailed analysis and identify the factors influencing misses to targets or service levels.</p><p>• Build scenario models that help business partners understand operational tradeoffs, resource impacts, and planning options.</p><p>• Present forecast rationale, planning assumptions, and analytical findings in a clear manner to leaders and cross-functional stakeholders.</p><p>• Use workforce management platforms and reporting tools to monitor trends, support planning activities, and improve decision-making.</p><p>• Collaborate with onsite and hybrid teams to support workforce strategies across functions beyond a traditional call center environment, including enrollment, billing, reconciliation, and appeals and grievances.</p>
We are looking for a Cybersecurity Analyst to help strengthen security operations and improve defensive capabilities across the organization. In this role, you will identify and investigate threats, enhance monitoring strategies, and support timely response to security events. This position is ideal for a hands-on, detail-oriented individual who can combine technical analysis, detection development, and cross-functional collaboration to protect enterprise systems and data.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee daily security event monitoring and assess alerts to identify potential threats, suspicious activity, and active incidents.<br>• Use Splunk to analyze logs, correlate events, and create meaningful detections that improve visibility across the environment.<br>• Design, refine, and maintain dashboards, searches, and alert logic to increase detection accuracy and reduce unnecessary noise.<br>• Apply the MITRE ATT&CK framework to strengthen threat analysis and develop detection content aligned to adversary behaviors.<br>• Support incident response efforts by assisting with investigation, containment, remediation, recovery, and lessons-learned activities.<br>• Document operational procedures, response playbooks, and technical workflows to promote consistency and readiness within security operations.<br>• Work with IT and business stakeholders to address control gaps, improve security processes, and enhance overall resilience.<br>• Develop reporting, metrics, and trend analysis to communicate risks, operational performance, and emerging concerns to stakeholders.<br>• Leverage Python, PowerShell, and automation techniques to streamline repetitive tasks and improve security operations efficiency.<br>• Review large volumes of security data to uncover patterns, emerging threats, and opportunities for more proactive defense.