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>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>
<p>We are looking for a Finance Manager to support research and development finance activities for a large organization in Minneapolis, Minnesota. This Long-term Contract position will serve as a strategic finance partner, guiding monthly reporting, project analysis, and budget planning while working closely with cross-functional stakeholders. The role combines hands-on financial management with business case support, forecast development, and presentation preparation for leadership discussions.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Partner with research and development stakeholders to provide financial guidance, answer ongoing questions, and deliver timely support for business needs.</p><p>• Oversee monthly financial close activities and prepare regular reporting for the Interventional and Visualase therapy portfolios.</p><p>• Build, update, and maintain business case models for active and proposed projects, ensuring assumptions and financial impacts are clearly documented.</p><p>• Collaborate with project teams to gather and consolidate inputs for forecasts, budget submissions, and leadership-ready financial summaries.</p><p>• Contribute as the finance representative on core project teams, offering insight into investment decisions, risks, and performance trends.</p><p>• Lead annual budget planning activities for projects and cost centers by working closely with business partners to develop accurate outlooks.</p><p>• Prepare clear presentations and status updates that translate financial results into actionable business insights for management.</p><p>• Respond to ad hoc analysis requests throughout the month, using data to support decision-making and operational priorities.</p>
We are looking for an experienced finance leader to oversee accounting operations, financial reporting, and internal controls for our Blaine, Minnesota team. This role will guide day-to-day financial activities, strengthen reporting accuracy, and support sound business decisions through disciplined planning and analysis. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership, a hands-on approach to accounting operations, and the ability to improve processes while maintaining compliance and financial integrity.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct core accounting activities across payables, receivables, general ledger, cash activity, fixed assets, and expense administration to ensure smooth daily operations.<br>• Lead month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes, delivering timely and reliable financial statements and management reporting.<br>• Monitor financial transactions for accuracy, approvals, documentation, and proper period recognition while resolving exceptions and discrepancies promptly.<br>• Oversee billing, cash application, collections, vendor disbursements, reconciliations, and credit-related activities to maintain strong financial controls.<br>• Maintain and enhance accounting policies, close calendars, account structures, and control procedures that support compliance and operational consistency.<br>• Partner with leadership on budgeting, forecasting, cash flow planning, cost center analysis, and intercompany activity to support informed decision-making.<br>• Strengthen internal control practices by managing approval workflows, banking controls, segregation of duties, and audit readiness across finance operations.<br>• Supervise and develop finance team members and external resources, setting priorities, reviewing output, and fostering accountability and cross-functional support.<br>• Support finance system effectiveness through process improvement, automation, testing, integrations, and other changes that affect accounting and reporting.<br>• Coordinate with auditors, tax advisors, banking partners, insurers, and other external providers, including periodic travel for finance-related initiatives when needed.
<p>We are looking for an Accounting Analyst to join an accounting team in the Twin Cities. This position supports the accurate movement of funds, timely cash application, and careful oversight of banking activity within a financial services environment. The ideal candidate brings a strong foundation in accounting operations, enjoys solving reconciliation issues, and can contribute to process improvements that strengthen day-to-day workflows.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Review fiduciary bank account activity each day to identify transactions, confirm accuracy, and support proper cash movement.</p><p>• Record incoming payments and match receipts to the correct invoices so account balances remain current.</p><p>• Track unapplied cash items and partner with accounting and claims colleagues to resolve outstanding allocations promptly.</p><p>• Prepare and submit payment transactions, verify supporting details, and route items through banking platforms for approval.</p><p>• Maintain and update client payment instruction records across internal systems and online banking tools.</p><p>• Complete bank reconciliations and investigate discrepancies to ensure records align with account activity.</p><p>• Perform routine reconciliations between system-generated activity and financial records to support reporting accuracy.</p><p>• Contribute to special assignments and workflow enhancement efforts that improve team efficiency and controls.</p>
We are looking for a Financial Analyst to support investor reporting and operational coordination for a financial services organization in Minneapolis, Minnesota. This Long-term Contract position will focus on delivering accurate communications, maintaining investor data, and partnering with cross-functional teams to meet reporting deadlines and service expectations. The role is well suited for someone who is highly organized, comfortable handling time-sensitive requests, and able to work effectively across finance, legal, compliance, and operations functions.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Coordinate the delivery of recurring investor materials, including performance updates, account statements, financial reports, commentary, and tax-related documents, while ensuring timeliness and accuracy.<br>• Maintain investor information across internal CRM and portal platforms by handling account setup, ongoing updates, document posting, and data reconciliation between systems.<br>• Partner with fund administration, accounting, treasury, operations, legal, and compliance teams to support consistent and accurate investor reporting.<br>• Prepare responses to routine and custom investor and prospect inquiries, including due diligence questionnaires, and gather input from internal subject matter experts for more complex requests.<br>• Support capital activity processing by helping manage subscriptions, redemptions, and transfers, tracking required documentation, and coordinating with internal and external legal and tax contacts.<br>• Review investor records and reporting materials to identify discrepancies, resolve issues, and improve the overall quality of information distributed to stakeholders.<br>• Document workflows and internal guidelines related to investor communications and recommend process enhancements that improve efficiency and control.<br>• Perform financial analysis and ad hoc data review to assist with reporting needs, trend evaluation, and variance-related questions as they arise.
We are looking for a Financial Analyst to support financial reporting, client performance analysis, and business decision-making for key accounts in Minneapolis, Minnesota. This role partners with internal teams, affiliated entities, and client-facing stakeholders to deliver timely insights, maintain financial accuracy, and support pricing and commission-related activities. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced service environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Produce recurring financial reports and evaluate account profitability to highlight performance trends and business opportunities.<br>• Reconcile commission activity across affiliated organizations, resolve discrepancies, and prepare documentation for finance processing.<br>• Develop quarterly business review materials that clearly communicate financial results and relevant client metrics.<br>• Build and refine pricing structures to support client needs, margin objectives, and commercial decision-making.<br>• Prepare trend analyses and customized reporting for clients, senior stakeholders, and internal business partners as requested.<br>• Complete ad hoc financial studies and special projects within agreed timelines while maintaining a high level of accuracy.<br>• Review client account setups to confirm billing and reporting configurations are correct and help minimize reporting errors or order adjustments.<br>• Ensure commission payments and related reports are accurate, well-supported, and delivered to stakeholders by established deadlines.
<p>Our client in the Southwest metro is looking for a Financial Analyst with strong business partnering who has worked with large data sets and has done strategic analytics. This company is privately owned and has great leadership and is growing. Please reach out on LinkedIn @JenniferExsted.</p>
We are looking for an Accounting Consultant to support key financial operations for a health insurance organization in Crystal, Minnesota. This Contract position is well suited for an experienced accounting specialist who can manage detailed financial work, collaborate with both domestic and offshore partners, and contribute to accurate reporting in a regulated environment. The ideal candidate brings strong Excel skills, a solid background in core accounting functions, and familiarity with healthcare-related programs such as TRICARE and NIS.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee day-to-day accounting activities to maintain accurate financial records and support timely month-end and period-close deliverables.<br>• Prepare, analyze, and reconcile financial data using Microsoft Excel, ensuring consistency, completeness, and compliance with internal standards.<br>• Partner with offshore team members to coordinate workflows, review output, and resolve discrepancies affecting accounting results.<br>• Support financial reporting processes by compiling documentation, validating balances, and investigating unusual variances.<br>• Apply knowledge of healthcare and insurance-related programs, including TRICARE and NIS, when processing transactions and reviewing account activity.<br>• Assist with ongoing accounting projects, process improvements, and operational updates that impact financial reporting and controls.<br>• Work cross-functionally with internal stakeholders to clarify issues, provide accounting guidance, and meet business deadlines.
<p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Financial Reporting Manager to support critical accounting, audit, and tax activities for a growing organization in the Twin Cities. This role will lead key reporting processes, help maintain compliance across multiple entities, and provide technical accounting guidance for complex matters. The ideal candidate brings strong financial reporting expertise, sound judgment, and the ability to coordinate effectively with auditors, tax advisors, lenders, and internal stakeholders.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead the preparation of financial statement disclosures and supporting schedules to ensure complete, accurate, and timely audited reporting.</p><p>• Manage the external audit process by organizing request lists, coordinating timelines, gathering documentation, and following through on open items and recommendations.</p><p>• Evaluate accounting issues related to non-routine or complex transactions and document conclusions in clear technical accounting memos.</p><p>• Oversee the preparation and review of periodic financial statements, including monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting deliverables.</p><p>• Partner with outside tax professionals to facilitate federal, state, and local tax filings, annual projections, and estimated payment requirements.</p><p>• Monitor developments in tax regulations and accounting guidance and communicate potential business impacts to relevant stakeholders.</p><p>• Maintain accounting policies, reporting procedures, and supporting documentation to strengthen consistency, compliance, and internal controls.</p><p>• Support reporting obligations for lenders, investors, and board stakeholders by preparing accurate financial information and related analyses.</p><p>• Track legal entity records, ownership details, governance documentation, and compliance filings, while assisting with due diligence for transactions and financing activities.</p>
<p>Are you looking to expand your career path as an Accounting Clerk at an organization that is valued within the industry? Robert Half has an job opening for a candidate to support a department as an Accounting Clerk. The Accounting Clerk position seeks an experienced candidate in the following tasks: matching invoices to purchase orders/ vouchers, data entry, and assisting with Accounts Payable (A/P) and Accounts Receivable (A/R). We offer a dynamic, team-oriented workspace, great benefits, and future career advancement opportunity. This is a short term contract employment based in the Roseville, Minnesota area.</p><p> </p><p>Responsibilities</p><p>- Code documents that require knowledge in determining proper classification of expenditure codes and accounting codes</p><p>- Resolve discrepancies by checking all possible sources of disagreement, reconstructing probable actions, and recognizing the effect on other accounts; prepare correction documents as required</p><p>- Produce statements and reports that require utilization of a variety of sources</p><p>- Support Accounts Receivable: process daily invoices/credit, apply cash receipt, and help with collection of past due balance</p><p>- Submit financial figures to journals and ledgers</p><p>- Support Accounts Payable: A/P invoice matching & filing, vendor invoices and disbursement filing</p><p>- General accounting: help with G/L account reconciliation and month-end closing, other ad hoc projects</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>A mid-sized company is currently looking for an Accounting Clerk to join its team. Serving in this role, you will be responsible for multiple forms of data entry, matching invoices to purchase orders and/or vouchers, and playing an integral role in the process of Accounts Payable (A/P) and Accounts Receivable (A/R). Grow with this company in an environment that offers you a great work space/office, excellent benefits, and great career advancement opportunity. This is a long term contract employment based in the Woodbury, Minnesota area.</p><p> </p><p>Role & Responsibilities</p><p>- Standardize transaction documents, which may require revision of other documents or entries as well as the original; may initiate other actions</p><p>- Settle discrepancies by checking all possible sources of disagreement, reconstructing probable actions, and recognizing the effect on other accounts; prepare correction documents as required</p><p>- General accounting and administration support: help with G/L account reconciliation and month-end closing, other ad hoc projects</p><p>- Support Accounts Payable: vendor invoices and disbursement filing, A/P invoice matching & filing</p><p>- Assist in control of budgets by monitoring budgets and originating or verifying adjustments and transfers</p><p>- Collaborate with Accounts Receivable: apply cash receipt, process daily invoices/credit, help with collection of past due balance</p><p>- Produce statements and reports that require utilization of a wide range of sources</p><p>- Upload financial information to journals, registers, and ledgers, via by hand or by electronic equipment</p><p>- Code documents that require knowledge in determining proper classification of expenditure codes and accounting codes</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 Accounting Clerk to support day-to-day financial operations in Lino Lakes, Minnesota. This position focuses on maintaining accurate records, processing transactions efficiently, and helping ensure smooth handling of payables and receivables. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable working with accounting software and high-volume data entry tasks.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process vendor invoices, verify supporting documentation, and prepare payments in a timely manner.</p><p>• Record customer payments, update account balances, and help monitor outstanding receivables.</p><p>• Enter financial data into accounting systems with a high degree of accuracy and consistency.</p><p>• Maintain organized accounting records and ensure documentation is complete and easy to retrieve.</p><p>• Assist with reconciling account activity and identifying discrepancies that require follow-up.</p><p>• Use QuickBooks and related tools to support routine bookkeeping and transaction tracking.</p><p>• Review invoice details for accuracy and coordinate corrections when information is incomplete or incorrect.</p><p><br></p><p>We offer a full suite of benefits including PTO, Medical, Dental, 401k.</p>
<p>Robert Half has an exceptional opportunity for an Accounting Clerk to assist companies in Minneapolis on a contract basis. This position would include but not limited to matching and batching invoices, processing expense reports, processing checks, handing AR invoicing, and resolving A/P issues. </p>
We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager/Supervisor to lead core financial operations and strengthen accounting practices for a mission-driven organization in Wayzata, Minnesota. This role combines hands-on accounting leadership with oversight of payroll, payables, reporting, and selected HR operations to support accurate records, regulatory compliance, and efficient internal processes. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to guide staff while improving workflows across finance and administrative functions.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct monthly and year-end accounting activities, ensuring financial records are complete, accurate, and aligned with current accounting standards.<br>• Prepare and deliver recurring financial reports for organizational leadership and finance stakeholders, providing clear and timely information for decision-making.<br>• Lead reconciliation and close processes, posting journal entries and resolving discrepancies to maintain the integrity of the general ledger.<br>• Oversee payroll administration, including regular and off-cycle payroll coordination with an external provider, payroll documentation, and distribution of required tax reporting.<br>• Manage accounts payable, expense reimbursement, and credit card processes by enforcing approvals, coding accuracy, policy compliance, and timely vendor payments.<br>• Support audit readiness and serve as a key contact during financial statement audits by organizing records and assisting with auditor requests.<br>• Maintain dependable contribution and cash-related tracking processes while encouraging cross-training within the finance team to improve continuity of operations.<br>• Partner with operational leadership on hiring, onboarding, personnel records, benefits administration, and compensation planning to strengthen HR processes and compliance.<br>• Supervise up to four team members across accounting, administrative, and related support functions, including hiring, coaching, performance feedback, and training coordination.<br>• Coordinate process improvement and special projects, track milestones, delegate work effectively, and document operational enhancements that improve efficiency and accountability.
We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager/Supervisor to lead core financial operations and provide accurate, timely reporting for the organization in Arden Hills, Minnesota. This role oversees daily accounting activity, strengthens controls and compliance, and delivers insight that supports budgeting, cash planning, and business performance. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, leadership capability, and the ability to improve processes while maintaining a high standard of accuracy.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct daily accounting activities across the general ledger, payables, receivables, payroll, bank reconciliations, and the monthly close cycle.<br>• Prepare and evaluate periodic financial statements and management reports to ensure reliable visibility into financial results.<br>• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and cash management efforts to support short- and long-term financial planning.<br>• Maintain compliance with accounting rules, tax obligations, and internal control standards through consistent review and documentation.<br>• Administer trust and settlement-related accounts with careful attention to legal, ethical, and financial requirements.<br>• Reconcile financial activity tied to case expenses, settlement funds, fee allocations, liens, and client payments.<br>• Work closely with leadership to assess profitability, inform operational decisions, and support overall financial strategy.<br>• Guide and develop accounting team members while refining procedures, documentation, and workflow efficiency.<br>• Partner with external auditors, tax advisors, banking contacts, and operational stakeholders on financial matters and reporting needs.<br>• Drive accounting process improvements, reporting upgrades, and automation initiatives that enhance scalability and performance.
We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager/Supervisor to lead core accounting operations for a services organization in Minneapolis, Minnesota. This role oversees essential financial activities, supports accurate and timely reporting, and helps strengthen processes across payables, receivables, billing, and general ledger functions. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, leadership capability, and a hands-on approach to month-end close, compliance, and financial analysis.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct daily accounting activities across cash application, accounts payable, billing, and financial reporting to ensure efficient execution and team accountability.<br>• Provide practical guidance and day-to-day support to accounting staff, stepping in when needed to maintain service levels and resolve issues.<br>• Refine accounting procedures and internal workflows to improve accuracy, consistency, and the overall quality of financial data.<br>• Produce monthly and year-end financial statements and help ensure reporting is completed on schedule.<br>• Lead period-end close tasks, including reconciliations, journal entry review, and related financial system activities.<br>• Manage general ledger integrity by completing account reconciliations and recording necessary adjustments or reconciling items.<br>• Administer fixed asset records, including depreciation tracking and alignment with the general ledger.<br>• Prepare schedules and supporting documentation for annual tax filings, external financial reviews, and audit requests.<br>• Develop ad hoc reports and dashboards while supporting tax filings and assisting with departmental budget preparation.
<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>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 a detail-oriented Payroll Accountant to join our team in Saint Paul, Minnesota. This position is responsible for managing payroll and commission activities while contributing to accounting support, compliance efforts, and financial reporting. The ideal candidate brings strong accuracy, sound judgment, and the ability to work effectively with employees, sales teams, leadership, and external partners.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Administer bi-weekly multi-state payroll with a high degree of accuracy and ensure employees are paid on schedule.</p><p>• Maintain payroll records and update employee information within the payroll system to keep data current and reliable.</p><p>• Coordinate payroll-related funding and deductions, including retirement contributions, benefit-related payments, and other authorized withholdings.</p><p>• Prepare and submit required payroll tax filings and unemployment reports in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.</p><p>• Calculate sales commissions, produce payment summaries, and distribute statements to sales representatives in a timely manner.</p><p>• Reconcile payroll and commission transactions, prepare supporting schedules, and post journal entries to the general ledger.</p><p>• Assist with month-end and year-end close by preparing accruals, account reconciliations, and reporting packages for management.</p><p>• Support audit readiness by organizing year-end payroll documentation, coordinating materials for benefit plan audits, and resolving discrepancies.</p><p>• Respond to payroll and commission questions from employees and internal stakeholders while helping improve reporting processes and internal controls.</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 Cost Accountant to support a stone, glass, and concrete manufacturing operation in Mendota Heights, Minnesota. This Contract position will focus on evaluating production costs, maintaining accurate standard costing, and delivering financial insight that supports operational decision-making. The ideal candidate brings strong experience in manufacturing cost accounting and can work effectively with both finance and plant teams to improve cost visibility and reporting accuracy.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Analyze manufacturing costs, including materials, labor, and overhead, to identify trends and explain variances.<br>• Maintain and update standard cost records to reflect current production methods, pricing, and operational inputs.<br>• Prepare recurring and ad hoc cost reports that help leadership assess product profitability and plant performance.<br>• Partner with operations and finance stakeholders to review inventory valuation, cost allocations, and margin results.<br>• Investigate differences between actual and expected costs and recommend actions to strengthen cost control.<br>• Support month-end close activities related to inventory, cost of goods sold, and manufacturing accounting entries.<br>• Assist with process improvements and, when needed, contribute to accounting-related changes affecting costing workflows.<br>• Ensure cost data is complete, reliable, and aligned with internal reporting requirements and accounting practices.
<p>We are looking for a Cost Accountant to join a manufacturing organization in Minnesota. This role supports financial accuracy across inventory, production costing, and reporting activities, helping the business understand cost drivers and maintain strong controls. The ideal candidate will bring a solid foundation in cost accounting within a manufacturing environment and the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee inventory cost records by maintaining accurate item data, product structures, bills of materials, routings, and related master information used for costing and reporting.</p><p>• Analyze inventory valuation, production performance, freight expense, material pricing, and manufacturing variances to identify trends and explain cost movements.</p><p>• Establish and update standard costs while supporting monthly cost allocations and validating accounting close activities tied to inventory and production.</p><p>• Partner with internal teams on new product setup, item changes, and discontinued products to ensure master data remains consistent and reliable across the organization.</p><p>• Prepare and reconcile sales and use tax filings on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis in compliance with applicable regulations.</p><p>• Support physical inventory counts and cycle count programs by investigating discrepancies, documenting findings, and recommending corrective actions.</p><p>• Conduct regular reviews of inventory and costing data to confirm completeness, accuracy, and adherence to internal standards and procedures.</p><p>• Visit manufacturing locations periodically to gain insight into production workflows, evaluate cost drivers, and improve costing precision.</p><p>• Create and maintain process documentation for inventory controls, item setup, product costing, tax-related activities, and trading partner onboarding support.</p><p>• Build strong working relationships with colleagues, suppliers, and customers while resolving issues promptly and maintaining a high standard in all communications.</p><p><br></p><p>We offer a full suite of benefits including PTO, Medical, and Dental. </p>
<p>We are looking for a Cost Accountant to join a manufacturing organization in Woodbury, Minnesota on a contract-to-permanent basis. In this role, you will help strengthen financial accuracy by supporting inventory accounting, product costing, and month-end close activities in a fast-paced production environment. You will collaborate with teams across operations, engineering, materials, and production to ensure cost data is reliable and reporting supports sound business decisions.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Review inventory activity, reconcile balances, and research variances to resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.</p><p>• Participate in physical inventory counts and cycle count reviews, then assess gains, losses, and adjustment trends.</p><p>• Support the setup and maintenance of product costing data to help keep item records and cost structures accurate.</p><p>• Maintain standard cost information within company systems and assist with updates to cost-related master data.</p><p>• Contribute to annual cost roll processes, including preparing data files and validating uploaded information.</p><p>• Prepare journal entries and provide accounting support during monthly close to ensure deadlines are met.</p><p>• Analyze manufacturing and inventory variances, then summarize findings in clear financial reports for stakeholders.</p><p>• Partner with operations, engineering, materials, and production teams to improve inventory accuracy and strengthen reporting processes.</p><p>• Assist with process improvements and contribute to special accounting projects as business needs evolve.</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 Sr. Accountant to join a dynamic manufacturing business in the SW Metro of Minneapolis. This position offers broad exposure across core accounting, financial analysis, compliance, and operational support, making it ideal for someone who enjoys working across multiple areas of finance. The right candidate brings strong analytical ability, sound judgment, and the organizational skills needed to succeed in a deadline-driven environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Support the monthly close process by preparing entries, reviewing account activity, and helping deliver timely financial statements and internal reporting.</p><p>• Analyze financial and operational information to identify trends, explain performance, and provide useful insight to leadership.</p><p>• Assist with annual planning activities and year-end audit preparation by organizing schedules, documentation, and supporting analyses.</p><p>• Oversee accounts receivable activities, including invoicing, payment tracking, collection efforts, and reconciliation of customer balances.</p><p>• Investigate overdue accounts and partner with customers as well as internal teams to resolve billing questions and outstanding discrepancies.</p><p>• Reconcile daily banking transactions and confirm that deposit activity is accurately recorded in the accounting system.</p><p>• Maintain work order records and coordinate job-related accounting details with production and costing processes.</p><p>• Provide cross-functional support in accounts payable, payroll administration, and indirect tax compliance as business needs require.</p><p>• Uphold internal control standards and maintain accurate records aligned with regulated manufacturing and aerospace documentation expectations.</p>