We are looking for a detail-oriented Bookkeeper to support daily financial operations and help maintain accurate records across the business in Edina, Minnesota. This role oversees core accounting activities, payroll coordination, reporting, and office support while working closely with company leadership. The ideal candidate brings strong organizational skills, sound judgment, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee the full accounts payable cycle, including vendor setup, invoice review, payment processing, expense tracking, and maintaining a forward-looking schedule of upcoming obligations.<br>• Manage accounts receivable by establishing customer records, issuing invoices, applying payments, monitoring contract-based billing timelines, and following up on outstanding balances.<br>• Process bi-weekly payroll and support related activities such as commission tracking, compliance reporting, benefit contribution administration, audits, surveys, and employee onboarding support.<br>• Maintain accurate inventory records in QuickBooks and ensure financial data remains current and properly organized.<br>• Monitor company bank account activity and provide regular updates on cash position to executive leadership.<br>• Prepare weekly cash flow updates, monthly financial statements, and supporting schedules for deferred revenue, prepaid items, and other balance sheet activity.<br>• Assist with budgeting efforts by partnering with leadership to compile financial data, support planning discussions, and contribute to annual forecast preparation.<br>• Support tax-related recordkeeping by organizing year-end documentation, preparing quarterly sales and use tax filings, and coordinating with internal leadership and external tax partners.<br>• Maintain orderly digital and paper filing systems, provide financial support during company events, and help coordinate office operations such as guest reception, supply management, and shipping needs.
<p>Robert Half is looking for a Bookkeeper for a contract position. The Bookkeeper will handle the financial statements and will also process accounts payable and accounts receivables for several entities. Located in the Lake Elmo, Minnesota area, this Bookkeeper position is a contract opportunity that you do not want to miss.</p><p> </p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>- Outline Accounts Receivable invoices, reviewing payments received, and record deposits</p><p>- Maintain accounts by verifying, allocating, and posting transactions</p><p>- Develop a well-organized system to account for financial transactions by establishing a chart of accounts; define bookkeeping policies and procedures</p><p>- Oversee and manage general ledger</p><p>- Arrange financial reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing account information</p><p>- Sustain collections of historical records by organizing documents</p><p>- Monitor accounts by balancing entries</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>
We are looking for a detail-oriented Bookkeeper to support the day-to-day accounting operations of a manufacturing organization in Blaine, Minnesota. This role is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, coordinating payroll activities, and helping ensure smooth month-end and year-end close processes. The ideal candidate brings strong experience across payables, receivables, reconciliations, and compliance reporting, along with a proactive approach to resolving discrepancies and improving accuracy.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records to support reliable reporting and informed business decisions.<br>• Process bi-weekly payroll, track vacation balances, and help manage employee onboarding-related administrative tasks.<br>• Reconcile bank accounts, credit card activity, and balance sheet accounts while identifying and correcting discrepancies in a timely manner.<br>• Support monthly and annual close activities by preparing reconciliations, reviewing general ledger activity, and assisting with financial reporting accuracy.<br>• Handle accounts payable functions, including invoice coding, payment processing, issue resolution, and document management.<br>• Partner with purchasing and customer service teams to ensure purchase orders, customer invoices, and related transactions are recorded promptly and correctly.<br>• Monitor accounts receivable by applying cash, following up on outstanding balances, managing collections efforts, and reviewing credit information for new customers.<br>• Prepare and submit required filings such as sales and use tax returns, 1099 reporting, and other compliance-related documentation.<br>• Review employee expense submissions, process approved reimbursements, and maintain organized financial records for audit readiness.<br>• Assist with special projects, audits, and other administrative or accounting tasks as needed.
<p>We are looking for an experienced Part-Time Bookkeeper to join a team in Hopkins, Minnesota. This position will support day-to-day financial operations by keeping records organized, maintaining accurate transactions, and helping the accounting function run smoothly. The role also partners with payroll, HR, tech support, and administrative teams to provide dependable operational support across several business needs.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Schedule:</strong> Part-Time, 3 Days Onsite per Week</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p>Payroll & Human Resources (Approximately 50%)</p><ul><li>Process biweekly payroll accurately and timely.</li><li>Assist with employee onboarding and HR administration.</li><li>Maintain employee records and personnel documentation.</li><li>Support benefits administration and other HR-related activities.</li><li>Ensure payroll and HR processes remain compliant with company policies.</li></ul><p>Accounting & Operational Support </p><ul><li>Prepare and process bank deposits.</li><li>Assist with collections and customer account follow-up.</li><li>Complete bank reconciliations.</li><li>Participate in monthly physical inventory counts and inventory tracking.</li><li>Cross-train and provide backup support for:</li><li>Customer invoicing</li><li>Accounts Payable</li><li>Accounts Receivable</li><li>Deposits</li><li>Receiving and entering purchases into the system</li><li>Maintain accurate records and assist with special projects as needed.</li></ul><p>Technology & Vendor Coordination</p><ul><li>Serve as the primary liaison between the company and external IT providers.</li><li>Coordinate the purchase and setup of new computers, hardware, and software.</li><li>Communicate with the company's IT relationship manager regarding technical needs and support requests.</li><li>Assist employees with coordinating technology-related requests.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Permanent Part-Time Bookkeeper role for manufacturing company seeking 15-22 hours a week and come into the office 3 days per week with flexible hours. Daily duties will include payroll, HR administration, account reconciliations, AP, AR and other accounting related duties. Great opportunity for someone wanting to wear a variety of Bookkeeping hats but only work part-time! Compensation for this role will range from $28-32/hr. If you are interested in a part-time permanent job and enjoy wearing a wide variety of hats, this could be the perfect opportunity. For prompt consideration please apply with your most current resume.</p>
We are looking for a detail-oriented Part Time Accounts Receivable/Loan Administrator to support loan servicing and receivables operations for a growing portfolio in Saint Paul, Minnesota. This Long-term Contract position is well suited for someone who can balance accounting accuracy with timely transaction processing in a collaborative finance environment. The role will contribute to daily portfolio administration, payment activity, and month-end support while helping maintain strong data integrity across servicing records.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee routine servicing tasks for an assigned loan portfolio, ensuring account activity is processed accurately and on schedule.<br>• Prepare, post, and reconcile receivable-related entries tied to loan balances, payments, and other portfolio transactions.<br>• Coordinate loan sale activity by recording transactions, applying related cash movements, and verifying supporting documentation.<br>• Administer investor payment processing and maintain accurate accounting for remittances and related activity.<br>• Keep portfolio data current within the loan servicing system by reviewing records and correcting discrepancies as needed.<br>• Assist with month-end close activities by supporting reconciliations, reporting, and other accounting tasks connected to loan operations.<br>• Work closely with a small finance team to share knowledge, provide cross-training support, and help sustain continuity in daily processes.
<p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to join a manufacturing organization in Minneapolis, Minnesota. In this role, you will manage payroll activities for a workforce of more than 100 employees across U.S. and international operations while also providing administrative support to key human resources programs. This position is ideal for someone who can balance accuracy, confidentiality, and service as they support payroll processing, employee lifecycle tasks, benefits administration, and day-to-day HR coordination.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Administer bi-monthly payroll for U.S. employees and coordinate with an external provider to ensure accurate pay processing for staff.</p><p>• Maintain employee payroll data, including compensation updates, deductions, garnishments, benefit elections, new employee entries, and employer contributions to support compliant and accurate payroll records.</p><p>• Research payroll discrepancies, respond to employee questions, and resolve issues in a timely manner.</p><p>• Prepare recurring and ad hoc payroll reports for internal review and recordkeeping.</p><p>• Support employee onboarding and separation activities by handling documentation, updating systems, verifying employment details, and establishing payroll records.</p><p>• Assist with HR compliance activities and audits related to retirement plans, workers' compensation, and other required reporting.</p><p>• Oversee benefit-related vendor administration for medical, dental, vision, and life plans, including invoice review and reconciliation as needed.</p><p>• Provide administrative support for recruiting and internal operations by helping post openings, coordinate interviews, arrange meetings, prepare non-disclosure agreements, and assist with employee events and service award tracking.</p><p>• Contribute to annual benefits enrollment activities by helping organize materials, answer routine questions, and support process coordination.</p><p><br></p><p>This is an onsite role, with onsite parking available. 4+ years of full cycle payroll processing in ADP is required.</p><p><br></p><p>Beginning pay for this opportunity is $60-75k, depending upon qualifications. Benefits are offered including health, dental, 401k, and PTO. If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply directly for consideration.</p>
<p>We are seeking a <strong>Payroll Specialist</strong> in Minneapolis, MN to join our accounting team. This individual will be responsible for processing employee payroll, maintaining payroll records, ensuring compliance with payroll regulations, and providing timely resolution of payroll-related issues.</p><p>The ideal candidate has strong analytical and organizational skills, enjoys working with numbers, and can maintain accurate payroll records while handling sensitive employee information with a high level of confidentiality.</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Process weekly, biweekly, semimonthly, or monthly payroll accurately and on time.</li><li>Review employee timesheets, attendance records, and payroll-related documentation for accuracy.</li><li>Calculate wages, overtime, bonuses, commissions, and other earnings.</li><li>Process payroll deductions, garnishments, benefit withholdings, and direct deposits.</li><li>Maintain accurate employee payroll records and ensure data integrity.</li><li>Monitor and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations.</li><li>Reconcile payroll reports and investigate payroll discrepancies.</li><li>Prepare payroll reports and support accounting with payroll-related journal entries.</li><li>Respond to employee questions regarding pay, deductions, taxes, and payroll policies.</li><li>Assist with payroll tax filings, year-end processing, and W-2 preparation.</li><li>Support month-end close activities and payroll account reconciliations.</li><li>Assist with internal and external audits by providing requested payroll documentation.</li><li>Recommend process improvements to increase payroll efficiency and accuracy.</li></ul>
<p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to support accurate and timely payroll operations for an organization based in Otsego, Minnesota. This Long-term Contract position is well suited for someone who is confident managing payroll activities from start to finish, maintaining compliance, and handling employee pay records with care. The ideal candidate brings strong organizational skills, sound judgment with sensitive information, and hands-on experience processing payroll for a mid-sized workforce.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process payroll from initial data review through final submission, ensuring employees are paid correctly and on schedule.</p><p>• Maintain payroll records by verifying hours, earnings, deductions, and other pay-related information for accuracy.</p><p>• Administer garnishments, withholdings, and other required adjustments in accordance with applicable guidelines.</p><p>• Review payroll changes such as new hires, status updates, and compensation adjustments before each pay cycle.</p><p>• Investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies by working closely with internal contacts and supporting documentation.</p><p>• Prepare payroll-related reports and assist with audits, reconciliations, and recordkeeping needs.</p><p>• Help support payroll-related administrative tasks, including updates tied to process or system changes when needed.</p>
<p>Robert Half has an immediate need for an Entry Level Accountant. In this position, your responsibilities will include data entry, financial statement review, and work heavily in Excel. You will report to the Accounting Manager of a dynamic team and have the potential for career growth. This temporary / contract to hire position is located in New Brighton, MN, and is a perfect foot-in-the-door opportunity to start your career in accounting!</p><p> </p><p>Your responsibilities</p><p>- Reconcile and balance general ledger accounts</p><p>- Carrying out other related duties and participating in special projects as assigned</p><p>- Perform data entry</p><p>- Helping with audit fieldwork for both operational and financial audits</p><p>- Analyzing and adjusting account discrepancies</p><p>- Put together monthly journal entries</p><p>- Assisting with full cycle Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable processes</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>
We are looking for a Payroll Administrator to oversee accurate and timely payroll operations for an organization in Saint Paul, Minnesota. This position plays a key role in maintaining payroll records, supporting compliance activities, and partnering closely with human resources and finance to ensure employee pay is processed correctly. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to address payroll questions with professionalism and care.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage end-to-end payroll processing on a bi-weekly schedule, ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time.<br>• Review employee time and attendance records, confirm required approvals are in place, and resolve discrepancies before payroll is finalized.<br>• Examine payroll data and supporting documentation for errors, make necessary adjustments, and maintain data accuracy across payroll records.<br>• Coordinate with HR to update payroll information tied to hires, departures, internal moves, compensation changes, and other employee status updates.<br>• Handle off-cycle and special payroll runs as needed to support business and employee requirements.<br>• Investigate and resolve payroll-related questions involving direct deposit, tax withholding, garnishments, retroactive earnings, employment verification, workers’ compensation, and paycheck discrepancies.<br>• Maintain payroll master files, monitor year-to-date balances, hours, and deductions, and keep records organized in accordance with company standards and regulatory requirements.<br>• Prepare payroll-related journal entries, support general ledger reconciliation, and assist with financial reporting, audits, and required compliance filings.
<p>We are looking for a Payroll Administrator to support accurate and timely payroll operations for a multi-state workforce. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who can manage full-cycle payroll with precision, maintain compliance with payroll regulations, and handle pay matters with a high level of confidentiality. The role requires someone who is detail oriented and comfortable working with payroll systems, resolving discrepancies, and ensuring deductions and garnishments are processed correctly.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Administer end-to-end payroll processing for a workforce of approximately 200 to 300 staff members across multiple states.</p><p>• Review payroll data for accuracy, reconcile discrepancies, and ensure staff are paid correctly and on schedule.</p><p>• Maintain payroll records, update earnings and deduction information, and support compliance with applicable wage and tax requirements.</p><p>• Process garnishments, levies, and other court-ordered deductions in accordance with federal and state regulations.</p><p>• Use ADP Workforce Now to enter, validate, and manage payroll information and reporting activities.</p><p>• Respond to payroll-related questions from staff and internal stakeholders, providing clear and timely resolution to issues.</p><p>• Prepare payroll reports, audit payroll transactions, and assist with documentation needed for internal reviews or external requests.</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 Payroll Administrator to support payroll operations for a construction-focused organization in the south metro. This position combines payroll administration with invoice coordination, vendor record upkeep, and general financial support. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, solid communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced office environment. Salary up to $85K plus a 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>• Administer end-to-end payroll activities, including reviewing employee time records, maintaining personnel files, and processing payroll accurately and on schedule.</p><p>• Examine incoming invoices against purchase orders, subcontract agreements, and customer-related documentation to ensure accurate handling.</p><p>• Submit subcontractor invoices through the approval workflow and proactively follow up on items that are pending, rejected, or incomplete.</p><p>• Establish and maintain vendor records, including collecting and organizing required tax documentation such as W-9 forms.</p><p>• Prepare, update, and maintain financial spreadsheets and routine reporting to support accounting operations and decision-making.</p><p>• Provide day-to-day administrative and accounting assistance across the department as business needs arise.</p><p>• Help maintain organized payroll and accounting documentation to support compliance, audit readiness, and internal record accuracy.</p>
<p>Robert Half is currently looking for a Payroll Administrator for our client, an industry leading company in Little Canada. The company is a very high volume, fast paced environment and they need a highly skilled Payroll Clerk to come in and join the team. The position will report into the Payroll Manager and be responsible for assisting in the payroll processing.</p><p> </p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>- Ensure timely and accurate processing of hourly and salary professionals through direct deposit and pay cards</p><p>- Review and analyze payroll, benefit, and tax procedures</p><p>- Ensure all payroll information and records are maintained in accordance with statutory requirements</p><p>- Review and approve payroll procedures</p><p>- Other duties as required</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>
We are looking for a Payroll Administrator to oversee end-to-end payroll operations for a fast-paced organization in Vadnais Heights, Minnesota. This role is responsible for delivering accurate weekly pay, maintaining payroll records, and partnering with HR and finance to keep employee data and reporting aligned. The ideal candidate brings strong knowledge of multi-state payroll processing, careful attention to detail, and the ability to resolve payroll questions with professionalism and urgency.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage the complete weekly payroll cycle, ensuring employees are paid correctly and within established deadlines.<br>• Review timekeeping records for completeness and proper authorization, then address discrepancies before payroll is finalized.<br>• Examine payroll data and supporting documents to identify mistakes, apply corrections, and preserve data accuracy.<br>• Collaborate with human resources to confirm employee changes such as hires, departures, position updates, and compensation adjustments are reflected properly in payroll.<br>• Administer ongoing and one-time payroll deductions, including items such as insurance, vehicle-related charges, fuel costs, deposits, advances, and other approved withholdings.<br>• Investigate and resolve payroll-related questions from employees and leaders, including matters involving direct deposit, garnishments, tax withholding, retroactive pay, workers’ compensation, and employment verification.<br>• Maintain payroll master records by auditing year-to-date earnings, hours, and deduction balances to support accurate payroll history.<br>• Prepare and record payroll journal entries in the general ledger and assist with payroll reporting required for compliance and regulatory submissions.<br>• Organize payroll files and documentation in accordance with company standards and applicable legal requirements.<br>• Provide timely support to employees regarding paycheck differences, payroll balances, and other compensation-related concerns.
<p>We are looking for a Payroll Administrator to support payroll operations for a construction-focused organization in St. Louis Park, Minnesota. This Long-term Contract position will oversee accurate time collection, payroll review, and issue resolution across a multi-state workforce while ensuring compliance with union and regulatory requirements. The role is ideal for someone who is detail oriented and can manage payroll reporting, maintain reliable records, and partner effectively with internal teams to keep payroll processes running smoothly.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee the time capture cycle, ensuring hours are collected, validated, and processed in alignment with applicable labor regulations and union guidelines.</p><p>• Examine and reconcile employee time entries ahead of weekly and biweekly payroll processing to confirm completeness and accuracy.</p><p>• Produce and review recurring payroll and timekeeping reports, including required data updates and supporting documentation.</p><p>• Maintain organized time and attendance records to support audit requests, historical review, and compliance needs.</p><p>• Prepare and verify payroll information for off-cycle payments, ensuring corrections are handled promptly and accurately.</p><p>• Support testing and upkeep of payroll and timekeeping systems when enhancements, upgrades, or rule changes are introduced.</p><p>• Investigate complex payroll questions from project teams, shared services, and employees, and provide clear, timely resolution.</p><p>• Partner with field and project stakeholders to help ensure hours worked are recorded correctly and submitted in accordance with payroll deadlines</p>
We are looking for an Accounting Specialist to join a growing wholesale distribution organization in Golden Valley, Minnesota on a Contract basis. This onsite opportunity is designed to provide immediate accounting support while the company continues its search for permanent team members. The role can be tailored toward accounts payable, accounts receivable, or a blended function depending on the candidate’s background and business needs. This assignment is expected to last at least two months and offers the chance to make an immediate impact in a hands-on accounting environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage daily accounts receivable activities, including preparing customer invoices from sales orders and applying incoming payments accurately.<br>• Support accounts payable operations by reviewing vendor invoices, completing three-way matching, and processing payments in a timely manner.<br>• Record cash receipts, bank activity, and other routine accounting transactions while maintaining accurate financial records.<br>• Assist with clearing outstanding transaction volume and resolving open items across payables, receivables, and related accounting workflows.<br>• Perform account reconciliations and help maintain clean, organized subledger activity for one or more business entities.<br>• Contribute to general ledger support tasks as needed to keep month-to-date accounting activity current and accurate.<br>• Work independently within established procedures and collaborate with the Controller and accounting team to address day-to-day priorities.<br>• Provide accounting support for the primary business or affiliated entities, depending on assignment and team coverage needs.
<p>We are looking for an Accounting Specialist to support tax-related documentation and accounting operations for a Part-time, Long-term Contract position based in Plymouth, Minnesota. This opportunity is well suited to someone who is detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable working with confidential information in a fast-paced remote environment. The role will partner with experienced tax and finance professionals while helping maintain accurate records, respond to documentation requests, and support compliance-focused processes.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Evaluate customer tax exemption documents to confirm they are complete, accurate, and acceptable for compliance purposes.</p><p>• Enter, organize, and maintain exemption certificate records across platforms such as Salesforce, Vertex, OneSource, and other business systems.</p><p>• Oversee a shared transaction tax mailbox by prioritizing incoming requests, answering routine questions, and processing documentation promptly.</p><p>• Track response times and follow established service expectations for certificate reviews and related inquiries.</p><p>• Investigate inconsistencies in submitted tax forms, including cases where incorrect supporting documents are provided.</p><p>• Route unusual, incomplete, or potentially non-compliant records to the appropriate internal contacts for further review.</p><p>• Preserve well-organized electronic files that support retention standards and assist with audit preparedness.</p><p>• Safeguard sensitive customer and tax data by applying discretion and professionalism in all interactions.</p><p>• Work cross-functionally with internal teams to strengthen sales tax compliance and documentation management efforts.</p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Lead Accounts Receivable Specialist to support receivables operations for a Long-term Contract opportunity based in Blaine, Minnesota. This role combines hands-on cash application work, commercial collections, and account research to help maintain accurate balances and steady payment activity. The position works closely with internal sales and distribution partners while delivering responsive service to customers and supporting month-end accounting needs. After initial training, the role follows a hybrid schedule with one in-office day each week.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead weekly cash application activities, including posting incoming check and card payments and ensuring receipts are applied accurately and on time.</p><p>• Investigate unapplied cash, short payments, and account variances, then resolve outstanding issues to keep customer ledgers current.</p><p>• Manage a portfolio of overdue commercial accounts by conducting consistent follow-up and promoting timely collection of outstanding balances.</p><p>• Collaborate with branch sales teams and distribution center contacts to address payment concerns, remove obstacles, and support positive customer relationships.</p><p>• Perform detailed account research related to returns, deductions, and billing disputes so open items can be cleared efficiently.</p><p>• Review customer balances and credit-held orders to help confirm account accuracy and support timely order release decisions.</p><p>• Prepare receivables aging reports, customer statements, and clear account notes to provide visibility into payment status and collection activity.</p><p>• Contribute to month-end close tasks and identify opportunities to improve accounts receivable workflows and overall process efficiency.</p><p><br></p><p>*Please note that all candidates are required to provide 2 recent supervisor or manager references in order to be considered for employment.</p><p> </p><p>Please submit your resume and call 651-293-3973 for review and consideration.</p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Accounting Specialist II to join a team in Saint Paul, Minnesota in a contract-to-permanent position. This opportunity is ideal for someone who can manage detailed accounting work with accuracy, exercise sound judgment on more complex transactions, and support daily financial operations across payables, receivables, reconciliation, and reporting. The role also contributes to budget support activities and selected payroll or personnel-related processing while helping maintain reliable financial records.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Review invoices, claims, and supporting records to confirm mathematical accuracy, proper authorization, and compliance with payment guidelines before processing.</p><p>• Record financial activity in general and subsidiary ledgers, allocate charges appropriately, and track encumbrances to keep accounting records current and complete.</p><p>• Compare account balances against source documents and control totals, investigate variances, and make corrections needed to maintain accurate financial data.</p><p>• Reconcile discrepancies by tracing issues to their origin, verifying correct information, and updating records to resolve outstanding account differences.</p><p>• Prepare payment-related documentation such as purchase orders, requisitions, claims, and accounts payable forms to support timely disbursements.</p><p>• Generate accounts receivable invoices by compiling billing data, applying established rates, and organizing documentation for customer charges.</p><p>• Produce recurring financial and budget reports that summarize transaction activity, account status, and spending patterns for departmental use.</p><p>• Compile financial, statistical, and cost information to support budget planning, forecasting, and other accounting analyses.</p><p>• Process payroll and personnel-related documents for department staff and assist with administrative support tied to employee benefit coordination.</p><p>• Respond to requests for accounting information and maintain essential office forms and documents by monitoring inventory and arranging replenishment 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>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Payroll Manager to lead payroll operations for a non-profit organization. This position is ideal for a detail-oriented candidate who can drive accurate, compliant payroll delivery while partnering across HR, Accounting, Benefits, and external vendors. The role will oversee payroll administration, tax compliance, reporting, and system-related activities while supporting a high standard of service, accountability, and continuous improvement.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct end-to-end payroll processing across biweekly and semi-monthly cycles, ensuring employees are paid accurately and on schedule.</p><p>• Manage payroll compliance activities by enforcing internal policies and aligning processes with federal, state, and local regulations.</p><p>• Lead payroll tax administration, including registrations, reconciliations, required filings, and year-end reporting such as W-2 and W-2C preparation.</p><p>• Administer payroll system settings and structure, including pay groups, earnings, deductions, and general ledger mappings, while coordinating support and issue resolution with system partners.</p><p>• Oversee testing and validation for payroll system updates, enhancements, and related process changes to maintain reliable operations.</p><p>• Supervise benefit deduction processing and reconciliation, partnering with Human Resources, vendors, and Accounting to address invoices, funding needs, and payment requests.</p><p>• Ensure payroll transactions are accurately reflected in financial records and support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities through reporting and analysis.</p><p>• Investigate payroll and accounting variances, prepare audit-ready documentation, and provide reporting for compliance reviews and internal stakeholders.</p><p>• Coach and support payroll team members by setting priorities, promoting cross-training, and strengthening a collaborative, service-focused environment.</p><p>• Identify opportunities to improve payroll procedures, internal controls, and workflows to increase efficiency, accuracy, and scalability.</p>
<p>Accounting Manager – Manufacturing</p><p><strong>Location:</strong> East Metro, Minnesota (onsite)</p><p><strong>Compensation:</strong> $115,000–$135,000 base salary, plus comprehensive benefits and profit sharing</p><p><br></p><p>A well-established manufacturing organization is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to oversee core accounting operations and support financial performance across its U.S. business.</p><p>This role is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, managing the month-end close, overseeing general accounting activities, and supporting budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting. The Accounting Manager will lead an accounting team while partnering with cross-functional leaders to provide financial insights, strengthen internal controls, and improve processes.</p><p>The ideal candidate is a hands-on accounting leader who combines strong technical accounting knowledge with analytical capabilities and a practical understanding of manufacturing operations. This individual will play an important role in connecting financial results to business performance and supporting informed operational and strategic decisions.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><p>Accounting Operations & Financial Reporting</p><ul><li>Oversee day-to-day accounting activities, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, and cash transactions.</li><li>Manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes, ensuring reporting deadlines are consistently met.</li><li>Review journal entries, accruals, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules.</li></ul><p>Budgeting, Forecasting & Financial Analysis</p><ul><li>Coordinate accounting support for annual budgeting and financial planning activities.</li><li>Collaborate with department leaders to develop budgets, forecasts, and operating plans.</li><li>Provide meaningful financial insights to help business leaders evaluate performance and make informed decisions.</li></ul><p>Manufacturing & Cost Analysis</p><ul><li>Partner with Operations, Supply Chain, Purchasing, and other departments to understand financial and operational performance.</li><li>Analyze manufacturing costs, labor, overhead, inventory, scrap, and production variances.</li><li>Translate financial data into practical recommendations that support continuous improvement.</li></ul><p>Audit, Compliance & Internal Controls</p><ul><li>Coordinate accounting support for annual external audits and other audit activities.</li><li>Prepare and review audit schedules, workpapers, reconciliations, and supporting documentation.</li><li>Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards, internal policies, and regulatory requirements.</li></ul><p>Team Leadership & Business Partnership</p><ul><li>Lead, mentor, and develop a team of approximately 5–8 accounting professionals.</li><li>Establish priorities, performance expectations, and accountability across the accounting function.</li><li>Build strong working relationships with operational and corporate stakeholders.</li><li>Partner with Finance leadership on reporting enhancements, systems improvements, and special projects.</li></ul>
We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager to lead a short-term Contract engagement based in Eden Prairie, Minnesota. This role will focus on strengthening layaway-related accounting by reviewing historical activity, resolving discrepancies, and helping create a more reliable reconciliation process. The person in this position will partner closely with accounting leadership to assess vendor transactions, improve supporting documentation, and deliver a stable, accurate approach for future reporting. This assignment is expected to run for approximately 3-4 weeks.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Examine historical accounting activity over a multi-year period, with concentrated attention on the most recent year, to identify issues affecting layaway-related balances.<br>• Reconcile invoice activity and supporting records across a group of 15-20 vendors to confirm accuracy and completeness.<br>• Follow transactions through the full layaway cycle, from customer activity to vendor billing and payment application, to verify end-to-end accounting treatment.<br>• Investigate variances caused by manual postings and fixed adjustments, then determine and execute appropriate corrections.<br>• Partner with the Controller and Staff Accountant to unwind unsupported entries and restore proper account support.<br>• Recommend practical improvements that reduce manual effort, including batch updates, uploads, or more efficient system-based methods.<br>• Help define a dependable go-forward reconciliation process that supports accurate balances through year-end.<br>• Prepare clear documentation of findings, corrective actions, and process recommendations for accounting leadership.<br>• Support work within Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, including review of the accrued layaway liability memo process when assessing account accuracy.
<p>Robert Half is looking for Senior Accountants for a long-term contract opportunity in Mahtomedi! The Senior Accountant responsibilities include reconciling account balances and bank statements, maintaining general ledger and preparing month-end close procedures. A successful Senior Accountant combines excellent analytical skills with a thorough knowledge of accounting principles to analyze financial reports and forecasts. The perfect candidate has experience collaborating and/or managing a team of accountants and junior accountants.</p><p> </p><p>Role & Responsibilities</p><p>- Reconciling subledger to general ledger account balances</p><p>- Preparing financial statements</p><p>- Assessing internal controls, including risk assessments and reviews of risk areas</p><p>- Assisting with budget preparation and preparing the monthly budget variance analysis</p><p>- Maintaining and reconciling fixed assets schedules</p><p>- Assisting with initial internal control evaluations</p><p>- Supervising accounting staff</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>We are looking for an accomplished Principal Accountant to join a non-profit organization in Minneapolis, Minnesota on a Long-term Contract basis. This role will provide senior-level accounting support by overseeing critical close activities, producing reliable financial information, and strengthening day-to-day accounting operations. The position is best suited for a self-directed, detail-oriented individual who can adapt quickly, work effectively in a large enterprise environment, and contribute immediate value across complex accounting functions.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead key month-end close tasks to help ensure financial results are completed accurately, thoroughly, and within established reporting timelines.</p><p>• Prepare and review journal entries, accruals, reconciliations, and supporting schedules to maintain the integrity of the general ledger.</p><p>• Analyze account activity and reporting variances, identify discrepancies, and resolve issues that may affect financial statement accuracy.</p><p>• Operate independently within existing accounting workflows and systems, learning organizational processes quickly and requiring minimal oversight.</p><p>• Support accounting activities tied to Oracle Fusion, including issue investigation, process refinement, and alignment of reporting needs with system capabilities.</p><p>• Partner with finance, technology, and project stakeholders to confirm accounting requirements are reflected appropriately in the Record to Report workstream.</p><p>• Assist with process validation, testing coordination, readiness activities, and problem resolution related to the Oracle platform transformation.</p><p>• Maintain clear documentation of procedures, open items, and key decisions to enable continuity and effective knowledge transfer throughout the engagement.</p>