We are looking for a Financial Analyst to join a food and food processing organization in Minneapolis, Minnesota on a Long-term Contract basis. This position will support commercial decision-making through pricing evaluation, profitability review, and broader financial insight across product lines. The role offers the opportunity to work closely with brand leadership, assess cost drivers, and strengthen financial tools that guide pricing and market strategy.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Conduct detailed pricing evaluations across individual products and develop informed recommendations that support revenue and margin goals.<br>• Build and refine profit-and-loss views for pricing scenarios, identifying factors that influence product profitability.<br>• Provide commercial finance support to brand stakeholders by translating financial data into practical business guidance.<br>• Monitor and assess trade spending for branded offerings to help improve financial performance and visibility.<br>• Collaborate with brand leadership on pricing direction and market launch planning for new and existing products.<br>• Examine the financial effect of commodity cost changes and highlight risks or opportunities tied to major input expenses.<br>• Use and enhance Excel-based pricing models to improve accuracy, efficiency, and decision support.<br>• Deliver ad hoc analysis, variance reviews, and data-driven insights to assist with planning and performance discussions.<br>• Challenge assumptions in financial inputs and present clear perspectives that support sound business decisions.
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 a Pricing Analyst to support contract and pricing operations for a long-term contract opportunity based in Arden Hills, Minnesota. This role focuses on maintaining accurate agreement records, coordinating across business teams, and helping ensure pricing and contract activities move forward efficiently. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical judgment, careful attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a collaborative environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage contract records through the full lifecycle, including setup, updates, execution tracking, and renewal coordination, while maintaining complete and accurate documentation.</p><p>• Use revenue management platforms and related systems to enter new agreements, process revisions, and confirm alignment with internal policies and procedural standards.</p><p>• Handle contract-related questions and case activity through Service Cloud or a comparable platform, ensuring timely follow-up and clear issue resolution for stakeholders.</p><p>• Partner with teams such as Pricing, Contracting, IT, customer support, and other business functions to keep contract administration activities organized and on schedule.</p><p>• Review existing workflows, identify inefficiencies, and recommend practical improvements that strengthen accuracy, visibility, and overall process performance.</p><p>• Maintain and enhance tracking tools used for contract administration, reporting, and status monitoring across active agreements.</p><p>• Provide day-to-day guidance to colleagues on contract procedures, system usage, and documentation practices, including support for onboarding and knowledge sharing.</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 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.
<p>Are you a CPA with public accounting experience and a desire to work in the Investment Management industry? We are looking for a dedicated Financial Investment Analyst/Manager to join our client's team in the Twin Cities, Minnesota. This role is ideal for someone with a CPA, strong analytical background and keen attention to detail who is eager to support investment advisory firms by providing in-depth financial analysis and insights. As part of our organization, you will play a key role in simplifying complex alternative investments for clients, enabling them to make confident and informed decisions.</p><p> </p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Conduct comprehensive financial due diligence reviews of alternative investments and their programs.</p><p>• Analyze financial statements, financial models, and industry research to assess financial performance and risks.</p><p>• Evaluate the financial health, historical performance, and operational controls of investment firms.</p><p>• Compare program performance to market conditions and industry peers to provide actionable insights.</p><p>• Identify and prioritize potential risks associated with complex investment structures.</p><p>• Prepare detailed technical reports and deliver recommendations to clients both in written form and through presentations.</p><p>• Represent the company at client meetings to share expertise and build relationships.</p><p>• Collaborate with internal teams to manage multiple projects effectively and efficiently.</p><p>• Stay informed about developments in capital markets and alternative investment trends to enhance analysis.</p><p> </p><p>If you are looking for an excellent growth opportunity and transitions from public accounting into an investment management firm then</p><p>contact Douglas Rickart on LinkedIn, call Doug at 612-249-0330 or apply to the link provided.</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 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 Business Analyst to support compliance-focused initiatives. This contract position will partner with business stakeholders to interpret regulatory expectations, clarify operational impacts, and help teams align their processes with required standards. The role is ideal for someone who can turn complex compliance information into practical business guidance and actionable documentation.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Interpret regulatory and organizational compliance standards and convert them into clear business process expectations for operational teams.</p><p>• Work closely with stakeholders to explain how compliance obligations influence daily activities, workflows, and service delivery.</p><p>• Evaluate existing procedures to uncover misalignment with required standards and prioritize areas needing remediation.</p><p>• Document business needs, process findings, and recommended actions in a format that supports decision-making and execution.</p><p>• Facilitate discussions across teams to gather information, confirm process impacts, and build agreement on required changes.</p><p>• Perform gap analysis to compare current-state operations against compliance requirements and identify corrective opportunities.</p><p>• Support Agile-based work efforts by helping define business objectives, clarifying requirements, and refining process-related tasks.</p><p>• Review business and operational documents for accuracy, completeness, and alignment with compliance expectations.</p>
We are looking for a highly skilled and detail-oriented Senior Financial Analyst to join our team in Minneapolis, Minnesota. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in preparing detailed financial analyses, supporting reporting initiatives, and delivering actionable insights to guide decision-making. This position offers the opportunity to collaborate across various departments and contribute to the firm’s overall financial operations.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Develop comprehensive financial reports and analyses using accounting systems, report-writing tools, and Microsoft Excel.<br>• Assist with preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual management reports, financial statement reviews, and ad-hoc analyses.<br>• Collaborate with internal teams to complete high-priority external surveys and deliver accurate data.<br>• Partner with the FP&A leadership team to understand priorities and provide guidance to entry level analysts.<br>• Lead and manage ad hoc projects from inception to completion, ensuring timely and successful delivery.<br>• Gain a deep understanding of the firm’s financial systems and operations to act as a subject matter expert.<br>• Leverage tools such as Excel, Power Query, and Tableau to generate accurate and actionable financial insights.<br>• Perform additional tasks as assigned to support the team’s objectives.
We are looking for a Sr. Financial Analyst to support financial planning, performance reporting, and profitability analysis for a food and food processing business in Minneapolis, Minnesota. This Long-term Contract position will play a key role in helping leaders understand business results, evaluate pricing decisions, and strengthen forecasting and planning activities. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical capability, advanced Excel skills, and the ability to translate financial data into practical recommendations for cross-functional stakeholders.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Develop pricing analyses for current and new products in collaboration with sales and business partners, and prepare clear recommendations for leadership review.<br>• Monitor trade spending activities for owned brands, including tracking results, projecting future impact, and assessing return on investment.<br>• Prepare and manage portions of the monthly financial reporting package, partnering across functions to ensure timely and accurate insight into business performance.<br>• Perform detailed variance analysis to explain monthly results, identify key business drivers, and highlight risks and opportunities.<br>• Deliver ad hoc financial analysis and decision support to senior leaders and department heads on a range of operational and strategic topics.<br>• Build and refine segmentation and profitability models that improve visibility into product and business performance.<br>• Contribute to budgeting, forecasting, operating plans, and financial models that support short- and long-term planning needs.<br>• Review complex financial information and convert findings into concise, actionable guidance for management decision-making.
<p>Our client is looking for a Senior Financial Analyst with 2+ years experience who has strong analytical skills, business partnering, and is savvy with systems/technology. Growing company making acquisitions with lots of potential. Will look at Financial Analysts looking to move up! If you are interested, please reach to me on LinkedIn @JenniferExsted.</p>
<p>We are looking for a Senior Financial Analyst to support research and development finance activities in Arden Hills, Minnesota. This role will partner with business leaders to provide meaningful financial insight, improve planning accuracy, and strengthen reporting across a dynamic portfolio environment. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical capability, sound business judgment, and the ability to influence decisions through clear, data-driven recommendations.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee forecasting, monthly close activities, financial reporting, and variance evaluation for research and development spending areas.</p><p>• Work closely with R&D leaders to interpret financial results, test planning assumptions, and guide informed business decisions.</p><p>• Partner with portfolio management teams to improve visibility into program funding, investment priorities, and trade-off scenarios across development initiatives.</p><p>• Examine project-level costs such as staffing, discretionary spending, and primary expense drivers, then convert findings into practical recommendations.</p><p>• Contribute to key planning cycles including quarterly outlooks, the annual budget process, and longer-term financial plans.</p><p>• Prepare journal entries and provide support during month-end close to help ensure accurate accounting across functional and departmental budgets.</p><p>• Identify and implement enhancements to reporting methods, analytics, systems usage, and internal finance processes to improve efficiency.</p><p>• Create and maintain clear process documentation and work instructions to support consistency and operational effectiveness.</p>
<p>A highly respected and entrepreneurial financial services organization is seeking a <strong>Senior Due Diligence Analyst</strong> to join its collaborative team. This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney or analytical professional looking to pursue a non-traditional career path outside of private practice while leveraging their legal, research, writing, and analytical skills in the alternative investments industry.</p><p>The organization provides independent research and due diligence on a broad range of alternative investment offerings and works closely with wealth management professionals to help them make informed investment decisions.</p><p><strong>About the Opportunity</strong></p><p>This role offers exposure to a variety of complex investment structures and alternative asset classes, including commercial real estate, private equity, private credit, energy investments, and other private market strategies. The successful candidate will work alongside a multidisciplinary team of experienced professionals and will play a key role in evaluating investment offerings, identifying risks, and communicating findings through detailed written analysis.</p><p><br></p><p>This position offers the opportunity to develop deep expertise in alternative investments while working in a collegial, business-focused environment that provides an alternative to the traditional law firm career track.</p><p><br></p><p>This is a unique opportunity for attorneys and other analytical professionals seeking to apply their skills in a sophisticated business environment focused on investment due diligence, research, and risk analysis.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Conduct comprehensive due diligence reviews of alternative investment offerings.</li><li>Analyze offering memoranda, organizational documents, governance materials, financial information, third-party reports, and industry research.</li><li>Evaluate investment structures, underwriting assumptions, asset performance, and key transaction terms.</li><li>Identify, assess, and communicate material risks and other significant considerations.</li><li>Prepare detailed due diligence reports and written analyses for wealth management clients.</li><li>Manage multiple review projects simultaneously and oversee review timelines.</li><li>Perform quality control reviews of work completed by other team members.</li><li>Participate in client meetings, industry events, and other external-facing initiatives as needed.</li><li>Collaborate with colleagues across a variety of disciplines to support investment review efforts.</li></ul><p><br></p>