We are looking for a Senior Financial Analyst to join our team on a contract basis in Minneapolis, Minnesota. This role involves leveraging advanced data analytics and financial modeling techniques to support strategic decision-making. Ideal candidates will have expertise in analyzing large datasets and creating impactful data visualizations to drive pricing strategies and rate setting.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Perform in-depth financial analysis to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement.<br>• Develop and maintain complex financial models to support forecasting and strategic planning.<br>• Analyze large datasets to extract actionable insights and support data-driven decision-making.<br>• Create pricing strategies and establish strategic rate-setting models.<br>• Utilize advanced Excel functions to streamline financial processes and enhance data analysis.<br>• Prepare detailed reports and dashboards to visualize financial data effectively.<br>• Conduct ad hoc financial analysis to address immediate business needs.<br>• Apply data mining techniques to uncover hidden patterns and correlations in financial data.<br>• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align financial strategies with organizational goals.<br>• Ensure accuracy and compliance in all financial reporting and documentation.
We are looking for an experienced Senior Financial Analyst to join our team in Arden Hills, Minnesota. This role is pivotal in driving financial strategy and providing insightful analysis to support decision-making across the organization. If you have a strong background in financial planning, reporting, and collaboration with cross-functional teams, we encourage you to apply.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare and distribute comprehensive monthly financial reporting packages, including consolidated profit and loss statements, variance analyses, and key performance metrics.<br>• Lead the budgeting and forecasting processes, working closely with leadership and department heads to align financial goals.<br>• Evaluate performance trends, including cost drivers, revenue patterns, and segment profitability, to uncover actionable insights.<br>• Conduct ad hoc financial analysis and modeling for capital investments, pricing strategies, and other strategic initiatives.<br>• Support integration efforts for new business acquisitions, ensuring alignment in financial reporting structures and forecasting models.<br>• Collaborate with operational, sales, and purchasing leaders to translate business activities into meaningful financial insights.<br>• Work with the Accounting team to ensure accurate month-end accruals, account classifications, and consistent reporting practices.<br>• Develop and implement improvements to financial planning and analysis processes, tools, and templates.<br>• Assist in preparing financial presentations for board meetings, lenders, and other external stakeholders.
We are looking for an experienced and strategic financial leader to join our team as the VP/Director of Finance in Roseville, Minnesota. This position offers a dynamic mix of hands-on financial management and accounting duties, paired with opportunities to lead and drive organizational growth. As part of a private equity-backed company, you will play a critical role in shaping financial strategies, analyzing market data, and presenting insights to key stakeholders.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead and oversee the organization’s financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management.<br>• Prepare and present financial reports to private equity stakeholders, ensuring accuracy and strategic alignment.<br>• Conduct detailed market analysis and manage large datasets to support business decision-making.<br>• Develop and implement financial models to optimize organizational performance.<br>• Supervise full-cycle accounting processes and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.<br>• Guide the team in leveraging tools such as Oracle and Power BI to enhance financial reporting and analytics.<br>• Collaborate with leadership to establish annual forecasts and long-term financial plans.<br>• Build and grow the finance team by recruiting and mentoring additional staff to support expanding operations.<br>• Drive improvements in controllership and internal financial processes.<br>• Provide strategic insights to support organizational growth and expansion.
We are looking for a highly skilled Pricing Manager to join our team in Minneapolis, Minnesota. In this role, you will oversee strategic pricing initiatives, analyze market trends, and provide insights to optimize financial outcomes. Your expertise will be instrumental in supporting data-driven decision-making and enhancing the firm’s competitive edge.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead the evaluation and use of competitive intelligence platforms and legal pricing resources to ensure access to accurate market rate data.<br>• Provide critical support for firmwide rate-setting processes by analyzing both internal and external data to ensure its accuracy and relevance.<br>• Supervise and mentor Pricing Analysts, setting project priorities, enhancing processes, and delivering impactful data visualizations and reports.<br>• Design, implement, and assess alternative fee arrangements, including flat fees, capped fees, and value-based pricing, using statistical models to project outcomes.<br>• Collaborate with internal teams to respond to client pricing requests, offering data-driven solutions that align with client needs and firm objectives.<br>• Develop and refine tools, templates, and processes to improve efficiency in pricing operations across the organization.<br>• Create and maintain documentation and presentations on pricing strategies, best practices, and available resources.<br>• Analyze both internal and external data to identify trends and opportunities, providing actionable recommendations for strategic pricing improvements.<br>• Manage relationships with third-party vendors, ensuring data accuracy and alignment with firm goals.<br>• Stay informed about legal pricing trends and industry benchmarks to continuously enhance the firm’s pricing strategies.
<p>We are looking for an experienced Senior Financial Analyst to join our team in Bloomington area. This role is ideal for someone with a strong background in financial analysis, modeling, and reporting within a manufacturing or project-based environment. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting strategic decision-making through detailed analysis and forecasting. Salary up to$135K plus bonus and fantastic benefits. 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>• Conduct in-depth financial analysis to support business operations and strategic goals.</p><p>• Develop and maintain financial models to evaluate performance and forecast future outcomes.</p><p>• Analyze cost structures and variances to identify trends and recommend improvements.</p><p>• Collaborate with project teams to ensure accurate budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.</p><p>• Implement risk management policies to mitigate financial exposure and ensure compliance.</p><p>• Provide insights and recommendations based on ad hoc financial analysis.</p><p>• Utilize SAP and other financial systems to streamline reporting and improve data accuracy.</p><p>• Ensure adherence to generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) or international financial reporting standards (IFRS).</p><p>• Support large-scale projects with cost forecasting and scheduling expertise.</p><p>• Partner with cross-functional teams to optimize financial processes and outcomes.</p>
<p>As a key member of the controllership team, the Divisional Assistant Controller will be a direct report to the Divisional Controller and work closely with the Division Accounting leaders and local accounting teams to ensure accurate and timely close, reporting, and filing of site financial results. The accounting organization is undergoing an organizational change from site specific accounting to division accounting. This is an exciting opportunity for a creative and results driven accounting leader to make positive, impactful changes at a high-tech solution-oriented growth organization. </p><p>The Division Assistant Controller will lead the accounting, tax, cash and banking, and other accounting activities for the division. He/She will oversee the implementation/operation of the organization’s accounting policies and procedures, and internal controls, including systems, financial close, and analysis for the division. As such, this role will have primary responsibility for ensuring that site financial, accounting, and tax systems adhere to internal and external regulatory requirements and Company policy. </p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>Accountabilities & Responsibilities</p><p>1. Provide leadership and oversight for division accounting and accounting policy, banking, tax, Insurance and Internal Control.</p><p>2. Develop and maintain global accounting policy and global accounting internal controls.</p><p>3. Oversee site general ledger functions; assure accuracy, timeliness, and conformity with professional accounting standards and best practices in accordance with US GAAP.</p><p>4. Responsible for the timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close for the site.</p><p>5. Drive and support improvements in the closing period process to achieve benchmark levels with a focus on achieving a 5-day closing period, flash reporting, and flux analysis.</p><p>6. Provide strong leadership for direct reports. Assist direct reports in managing through a rapidly changing environment.</p><p>7. Ensure discipline, rigor with a high level of integrity in financial reporting.</p><p>8. Determine and highlight accounting and tax implications, with the assistance of the Divisional Controller, for all material business decisions at the site.</p><p>9. Lead with the support of the Divisional Controller in preparing accounting support for yearend audit. Lead accounting requests from the external audit team ensuring proper documentation is provided and is in line with company standards.</p><p>10. Collaborate and contribute to the site leadership team, as requested.</p><p>11. Build, develop and mentor a team with development plans, succession plans, SOP development, and cross-training. </p><p>12. Collaborate with and support the business leaders and Corporate FP& A teams with financial statement uploads, financial results, Board presentation materials, providing commentary on results and variances.</p><p>13. Provide recommendations to strategically enhance financial performance and business opportunities for the site.</p>
We are offering an exciting opportunity for a Sr. Accountant in Saint Paul, Minnesota. In this role, you will oversee various accounting operations, maintain financial records in compliance with accepted policies and procedures, and provide financial support for reporting and analysis.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br><br>• Conduct Balance Sheet account reconciliations and account analysis while ensuring accuracy and efficiency<br>• Supervise accounting operations for international branches, including overseeing external preparers for foreign tax filings<br>• Maintain and manage financial records and master data, ensuring compliance with policies and procedures<br>• Prepare accurate entries to subledgers as required on a daily, monthly, and annual basis<br>• Assist in the improvement of process efficiency and performance by initiating and overseeing special projects<br>• Provide financial support for financial reporting and analysis, including system report testing and general ledger reconciliations<br>• Maintain process and procedure documentation for finance<br>• Ensure accurate and timely subperiod, monthly, and year-end close procedures<br>• Manage the timely completion of assigned year-end audit engagement schedules<br>• Oversee the reconciliation of physical inventory on a monthly basis and maintain daily treasury reports.
<p>We are looking for a skilled Investment Analyst to join our client's team in the Twin Cities. This role requires a detail-oriented individual with a strong background in investment analysis who can deliver insightful recommendations to the firm. If you are passionate about financial markets and enjoy analyzing complex investments, we encourage you to apply.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Conduct thorough analysis on investment opportunities, assessing asset condition, financial performance, and risk factors.</p><p>• Evaluate the structure and performance of complex financial products to identify and prioritize potential risks.</p><p>• Analyze and compare performance relative to industry peers and prevailing market conditions.</p><p>• Prepare detailed technical reports and provide recommendations to clients based on findings, both in written and verbal formats.</p><p>• Manage the lifecycle of assigned investment reviews, ensuring timely and accurate completion.</p><p>• Perform analysis on investment assessing their financial status, controls, and overall investment quality.</p><p>• Collaborate with team members to ensure quality control and consistency in reviews.</p><p>• Represent the firm at client meetings, building relationships and sharing insights.</p><p>• Support clients by leveraging analysis to enable informed investment decisions.</p>
This position qualifies for a hybrid work environment.<br><br>Primary Qualifications:<br><br>Bachelor’s degree in Accounting<br>Certified Public Accountant (CPA) (Active or Inactive)<br>Demonstrated understanding of US GAAP<br>3-5 Years of related experience in accounting, financial reporting and internal controls<br>Advanced Microsoft Office skills<br>Preferred Qualifications:<br><br>Experience in public accounting (audits of global enterprises) and/or experience in corporate accounting department of a global enterprise<br>ERP system experience (SAPB1 or similar)<br>Graduate degree in an applicable field<br>Financial controls and automation system experience<br>Experience in a manufacturing environment<br>Primary Responsibilities:<br><br>Conduct corporate month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing processes<br>Prepare global multi-currency consolidating financial statements and other consolidating reports<br>Maintain the corporate general ledger and support business unit controllers with local general ledgers<br>Prepare and review general ledger reconciliations in Blackline<br>Oversee US daily banking transactions and prepare cash reconciliation<br>Assist business unit controllers with month-end close and financial reporting for their business units<br>Assist in preparation of interim and year-end external audit requests<br>Identify opportunities for continuous improvement in accounting processes and internal controls<br>Assist business unit controllers with adhering to corporate accounting policies and application of US GAAP<br>Participation on global corporate projects as directed<br>Ideal Candidate Would Possess:
<p>We are looking for a Senior Financial Analyst in the West Metro. This role is ideal for someone with a strong background in finance and accounting, seeking to contribute to a dynamic environment. The ideal candidate will use their analytical expertise to drive process improvements and deliver meaningful insights that support strategic decision-making.</p><p><br></p><p>This opportunity comes with medical, dental/vision, 401k, PTO, and hybrid work schedule. </p><p><br></p><p>If interested or you would like to have a private conversation about this opportunity, please reach out on LinkedIn @ Jordan Docken</p>
We are looking for an experienced Controller to join our team in Stillwater, Minnesota. In this role, you will oversee all aspects of financial management, including accounting operations, financial reporting, budgeting, and compliance. The ideal candidate will bring a strategic approach to financial decision-making and have a strong background in the healthcare industry.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage the general ledger and ensure the accuracy and completeness of all financial records.<br>• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in compliance with applicable accounting standards.<br>• Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and other accounting functions.<br>• Develop and implement accounting policies and procedures to ensure operational efficiency.<br>• Lead budgeting and forecasting processes, including monitoring performance and analyzing variances.<br>• Provide financial analysis to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improved performance.<br>• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, while maintaining internal controls to safeguard assets.<br>• Supervise the preparation for annual external audits and manage the annual 1099 process.<br>• Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) to support strategic decision-making.<br>• Supervise and mentor accounting staff, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment.
We are looking for a detail-oriented Senior Accountant to join our team in Minneapolis, Minnesota. In this role, you will oversee critical financial operations and ensure compliance with accounting standards while contributing to the strategic goals of the organization. This position offers an opportunity to work collaboratively across departments and apply your expertise in financial management and reporting.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage the full cycle of Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable, including check processing, bank deposits, and credit card transactions.<br>• Prepare and post general ledger entries, perform account and bank reconciliations, and complete month-end close procedures to ensure accurate financial reporting.<br>• Support annual audits and compliance activities, including the preparation of tax returns and related materials.<br>• Process bi-weekly payroll and ensure timely and accurate compensation for employees.<br>• Provide financial operations support for various programs and departments, including grant funding requests and departmental transactions.<br>• Conduct financial analysis and reporting as required, offering insights to aid decision-making.<br>• Collaborate with Operations, HR, and Facilities teams to support employee onboarding and offboarding processes.<br>• Maintain and enhance internal control systems to safeguard organizational assets and improve financial procedures.<br>• Monitor adherence to established controls and recommend process improvements to strengthen financial management.<br>• Organize and retain financial records in compliance with the organization's record retention policy.
We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager to lead and oversee the financial processes of our organization in Bloomington, Minnesota. This role is integral to ensuring accurate financial reporting, managing transactional accounting, and maintaining inventory records. The ideal candidate thrives in a dynamic environment, demonstrates strong attention to detail, and is eager to collaborate with multiple departments.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee and execute month-end close processes, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting.<br>• Manage the general ledger and maintain its integrity by reviewing entries and reconciling accounts.<br>• Coordinate and prepare for financial statement audits, collaborating with external accountants as needed.<br>• Perform account reconciliations to ensure consistency and accuracy across financial records.<br>• Process and monitor journal entries to maintain accurate transaction records.<br>• Supervise accounts payable (AP) and accounts receivable (AR) functions, ensuring efficient workflows.<br>• Collaborate with purchasing, warehouse, and operations teams to manage inventory accounting.<br>• Utilize QuickBooks and other accounting tools to streamline financial processes and reporting.<br>• Identify areas for process improvement and implement solutions to enhance efficiency.<br>• Provide financial insights and reports to support decision-making across the organization.
We are offering an exciting opportunity for a Sr. Accountant in the construction/contractor industry, based in Plymouth, Minnesota. This role primarily involves the management of general ledger, preparation of financial statements, and bank reconciliation. <br><br>Responsibilities<br><br>• Oversee and manage the general ledger, ensuring all entries are accurate and up-to-date.<br>• Prepare and analyze financial statements, providing detailed reports and insights.<br>• Conduct bank reconciliation tasks regularly to confirm the company's records are consistent with bank statements.<br>• Utilize skills in journal entry preparation, posting, and adjustment to maintain accurate financial records.<br>• Manage the financial close process monthly, quarterly, and annually.<br>• Prepare trial balance sheets and make necessary adjustments.<br>• Ensure the accuracy of audited financial statements.<br>• Utilize knowledge of month-end and annual close processes to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.<br>• Analyze financial statements, identifying and explaining variances and trends.<br>• Maintain professional growth and development through seminars, workshops, and professional affiliations to keep abreast of latest developments in accounting and related areas.
We are offering an opportunity for a VP/Director of Finance in Arden Hills, Minnesota. The individual will be responsible for overseeing the finance, accounting, budgeting, and financial reporting aspects of the organization. The role involves engagement with multiple departments, ensuring the organization's goals are met and new initiatives are properly funded. <br><br>Responsibilities:<br><br>• Plan and implement systems that fulfill the department's mission and goals efficiently and effectively.<br>• Provide leadership and day to day management of finance, accounting, tax, audit, business technology, risk management, purchasing, budgeting, financial reporting, and analysis, investment analysis, and management.<br>• Assure monthly financial statements provide an accurate picture of current financial conditions of the Organization consistent with generally accepted accounting practices (GAAP), nonprofit law, and organizational policy.<br>• Conduct internal audits to assure compliance and maintain business and financial records in accordance with financial accounting and reporting systems, controls, accountabilities, legal, tax, and audit parameters.<br>• Conduct financial and business analyses of potential new ventures and develop funding models and implementation plans.<br>• Manage all financial activities including cash flow management, investment management, analysis of capital projects, asset sales, and the safeguarding of all assets.<br>• Oversee the development of the annual operating budget, including all department and subsidiary budgets.<br>• Lead the decision-making process for real estate and major lease and buy activities.<br>• Communicate regularly with the audit/finance committee and the board of directors.<br>• Drive employee engagement and organizational performance by improving employee line of sight to strategic goals.<br>• Establish and implement finance and business technology efforts that effectively communicate and support organizational mission, goals, and strategic vision.<br>• Establish and maintain constructive and effective relationships with audit.
We are looking for a skilled Cost Accounting Manager to oversee and enhance our cost accounting practices within the construction/contractor industry. Based in White Bear Township, Minnesota, this role focuses on analyzing product profitability, managing standard costs, and ensuring accurate financial reporting. This position is vital in driving informed decision-making through detailed cost analysis and strategic recommendations.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Conduct comprehensive analyses of material, labor, fixed overhead, and variable overhead costs, identifying variances and devising strategies to mitigate them.<br>• Oversee the implementation and maintenance of costs for new part numbers, ensuring company-wide updates are accurate and timely.<br>• Review and manage obsolete inventory reserves, collaborating with the Controller to execute disposal procedures and adjustments.<br>• Partner with production teams to monitor scrap levels and establish effective disposal or return-to-vendor protocols.<br>• Supervise the cycle count program to maintain accurate inventory quantities and resolve discrepancies.<br>• Prepare for external audits by conducting price tests, developing schedules, and ensuring compliance with audit requirements.<br>• Participate in system enhancements to align with evolving organizational needs, improving cost accounting processes.<br>• Provide detailed cost forecasts and analyses for planning, budgeting, and "make vs. buy" decisions.<br>• Develop and implement policies to improve the efficiency and accuracy of the cost accounting department's operations.<br>• Perform other duties as assigned to support organizational goals.
<p>We are looking for a Senior Accountant to join our team in Minneapolis, Minnesota. This role is pivotal in maintaining accurate financial records, analyzing data, and contributing to the overall financial strategy of the organization. If you thrive in a collaborative environment and have a passion for detailed financial work, this opportunity is ideal for advancing your accounting career.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare and analyze monthly financial statements to ensure accuracy and compliance.</p><p>• Manage the month-end close process, ensuring all deadlines are met.</p><p>• Review and maintain general ledger accounts, verifying associated transactions.</p><p>• Oversee Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable operations to ensure efficient workflows.</p><p>• Investigate and resolve discrepancies in financial reports promptly.</p><p>• Record monthly journal entries and reconcile accounts to maintain accurate records.</p><p>• Assist with internal and external audits by providing necessary documentation and support.</p><p>• Contribute to ad hoc financial projects and analyses as needed.</p><p>• Allocate expenditures to appropriate accounts following company policies.</p><p>• Provide coaching and guidance to accounting staff to enhance team performance.</p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Senior Financial Analyst to join a fast growing Financial Services firm in the Twin Cities. In this role, you will conduct in-depth financial analysis, prepare budgets and forecasts, and provide insights that drive strategic decision-making. This position requires a strong understanding of accounting principles and financial processes, coupled with excellent analytical and communication skills.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Perform detailed financial analysis, including forecasting, budgeting, and evaluating project costs.</p><p>• Prepare and analyze financial trends, expenses, and business conditions to identify and report significant variances.</p><p>• Develop and execute short-term and long-term financial plans, ensuring adherence to company policies and regulatory requirements.</p><p>• Review and reconcile monthly journal entries and financial statements to ensure accuracy.</p><p>• Investigate and resolve discrepancies within balance sheets and related accounts, ensuring proper follow-up.</p><p>• Provide actionable recommendations to management on financial procedures, controls, and strategic plans.</p><p>• Generate specialized financial reports and present findings through written and verbal communication formats.</p><p>• Assist in updating accounting policies and procedures to ensure compliance with legal and regulatory standards.</p><p>• Offer guidance, training, and supervision to finance staff as needed.</p><p>• Support additional accounting tasks and responsibilities as assigned.</p>
We are looking for a skilled Treasury Analyst to join our team on a long-term contract basis in Bloomington, Minnesota. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in managing financial strategies, optimizing liquidity, and advising leadership on treasury-related matters. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the energy/natural resources industry while building and enhancing treasury operations.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Collaborate with finance leadership to oversee and optimize complex financing structures, including construction debt, tax equity bridge loans, and revolving credit facilities.<br>• Lead efforts in cash flow forecasting, liquidity management, and working capital optimization to ensure financial stability.<br>• Design and implement treasury policies, controls, and procedures to enhance operational efficiency and compliance.<br>• Provide strategic guidance to leadership by identifying risks, proposing solutions, and recommending process improvements.<br>• Mentor and support a small treasury team, fostering skill development and growth.<br>• Act as a liaison between treasury and executive leadership, ensuring clear communication of challenges and opportunities.<br>• Analyze financial data to support decision-making related to treasury activities and corporate finance.<br>• Drive initiatives to improve treasury operations and align them with organizational objectives.
We are looking for an experienced SEC Compliance Manager/Director to lead external reporting and technical accounting activities for our organization. This role requires a detail-oriented individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment, demonstrates exceptional leadership skills, and serves as a trusted advisor to executive management and the Board of Directors. You will play a critical role in ensuring regulatory compliance, shaping financial disclosures, and driving technical accounting initiatives.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee the preparation, review, and submission of all SEC filings, including 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, S-1, S-3, S-8, and proxy statements, ensuring accuracy and adherence to deadlines.<br>• Collaborate with legal, tax, treasury, investor relations, and finance teams to ensure consistency and precision in public disclosures.<br>• Develop and maintain reporting calendars and workflows to meet interim and annual filing deadlines.<br>• Implement new disclosure requirements in response to evolving regulatory standards.<br>• Provide technical accounting guidance to influence organizational decisions and ensure compliance with US GAAP and SEC regulations.<br>• Conduct research on complex accounting topics such as revenue recognition, leases, stock-based compensation, and financial instruments.<br>• Draft and update accounting policies and procedures, ensuring alignment across the organization.<br>• Coordinate with internal and external auditors to address audit requests and findings promptly.<br>• Partner with cross-functional teams, including FP& A, tax, treasury, and legal, to ensure accurate financial results and disclosures.<br>• Support executive leadership in strategic initiatives, mergers and acquisitions, and capital market activities with accounting implications.
We are looking for a dedicated Assistant Controller to join our accounting team in Saint Paul, Minnesota. In this role, you will provide essential support to corporate accounting operations, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in financial processes. This is a supervisory position that includes oversight of direct reports and collaboration with multiple departments, including Accounts Payable, Payroll, and Purchasing.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Provide leadership and support to group controllers and manufacturing locations under your supervision.<br>• Manage the monthly close process, ensuring timely completion and accuracy of entries and results.<br>• Analyze and summarize customer margin data for assigned locations.<br>• Review monthly balance sheet reconciliations prepared by location controllers.<br>• Deliver key variance analyses to management on a monthly basis for assigned groups.<br>• Perform month-end duties, including reviewing journal entries and creating supporting documentation for general ledger accounts.<br>• Participate in the annual budget process alongside group and location controllers.<br>• Collaborate on annual financial and tax audits, serving as a key contributor.<br>• Maintain and revise company accounting policies and procedures, providing training and guidance as needed.<br>• Execute miscellaneous accounting projects and tasks as required.
<p><strong>Investment Operations Analyst</strong></p><p>Are you ready to launch or grow your financial services career in a fast-paced, dynamic environment? Our client, an alternative investment firm in the Twin Cities, is seeking a detail-oriented <strong>Investment Operations Analyst</strong> to join their team and make an impact in structured security products.</p><p>This role covers end-to-end responsibilities in the operational trade lifecycle, including data flow, trade confirmations, reconciliation, and monitoring. If you’re a motivated self-starter with strong problem-solving and collaboration skills, this opportunity could be the perfect fit.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Ensure accuracy in <strong>daily investment operational tasks</strong>, including reporting, trade settlements, and resolving trade breaks or fails.</li><li>Provide <strong>trade confirmation</strong> for structured security product trades and associated derivatives.</li><li>Conduct <strong>cash reconciliation</strong>, including handling lifecycle events such as monthly P& I payments.</li><li>Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including brokers, treasury, accounting, and traders, to resolve issues proactively.</li><li>Perform <strong>weekly and monthly reconciliations</strong> of investment positions and activity across holdings while investigating and resolving discrepancies.</li><li>Support ad-hoc analysis and assist in process improvement initiatives.</li></ul><p><strong>Qualifications</strong></p><ul><li><strong>0–3 years of experience</strong> in financial operations or a related role within financial services or a trading firm.</li><li><strong>Bachelor’s degree</strong> in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.</li><li>Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel; VBA knowledge is a plus.</li><li>Prior experience with <strong>structured securities products</strong> is advantageous.</li><li>Strong written and verbal communication skills, with an ability to manage competing priorities effectively.</li><li>Highly collaborative mindset with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to thrive under pressure.</li></ul><p><strong>Why Apply?</strong></p><p>This is a unique opportunity to make an immediate impact, contribute to operational excellence, and work within an environment that appreciates initiative and fosters professional development.</p><p><strong>Take the next step in your career journey!</strong> Contact Douglas Rickart at <strong>612-249-0330</strong>, connect with him on LinkedIn, or click <strong>apply now</strong> to express your interest today!</p><p><br></p>
We are looking for an experienced Full Charge Bookkeeper to join our team in Woodbury, Minnesota. In this role, you will take ownership of critical financial management tasks, ensuring accurate bookkeeping and compliance with accounting standards. This position offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic environment while contributing to the overall success of the organization.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Maintain and update the general ledger to ensure accurate financial records and reconciliations.<br>• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable processes, including invoice handling and payment tracking.<br>• Prepare and post journal entries, conducting monthly balance sheet reconciliations to ensure accuracy.<br>• Oversee payroll operations, ensuring timely processing and compliance with relevant laws and regulations.<br>• Generate detailed financial reports, including income statements, cash flow analyses, and budget variance reports.<br>• Conduct account analysis to identify discrepancies and resolve issues effectively.<br>• Assist in preparing tax returns and ensure timely submission of all tax-related documentation.<br>• Collaborate with external auditors during annual audits by providing required financial records and documentation.<br>• Utilize accounting software such as QuickBooks, Sage, or Xero to streamline bookkeeping processes.<br>• Stay informed about changes in accounting regulations and implement best practices to maintain compliance.
<p>This role is mostly remote, going in the office only a few times per month. The company is an ESOP as well, with outstanding benefits, including a 401k with match also.</p><p><br></p><p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our team in Bloomington, Minnesota. In this role, you will play a critical part in supporting the accounting functions of the organization, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in financial reporting and operations. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work on various aspects of accounting, including reconciliations, financial consolidations, and process improvements.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Perform general ledger close and financial consolidation tasks, including monitoring sales margins, processing sales taxes, and closing financial statements on a monthly basis.</p><p>• Reconcile general ledger and subsidiary ledgers, making recommendations on the accounting treatment of reserves, assets, and expenditures.</p><p>• Conduct special projects such as reconciling and reporting on key financial areas, including fixed assets, inventory management, cash management, and intercompany accounts.</p><p>• Prepare cost analyses, manage warranty accounting, and assist in the preparation of external audit materials and financial reports.</p><p>• Support the development of forecasts and budgets while reconciling bank statements to ensure accuracy.</p><p>• Research and propose process improvements to enhance the efficiency of accounting operations.</p><p>• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with accounting principles and organizational policies.</p><p>• Assist in other duties as assigned to support the accounting team and organizational goals.</p>
We are looking for a skilled and detail-oriented Senior Accountant to join our team in St. Paul, Minnesota. In this role, you will oversee key financial processes, ensure accuracy in reporting, and collaborate with various departments to support strategic initiatives. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the success of a dynamic organization that values innovation and excellence.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage monthly financial close processes, including revenue accounting, expense analysis, bank reconciliations, and intercompany allocations to ensure timely and accurate reporting.<br>• Conduct balance sheet reviews and oversee general ledger maintenance to maintain financial integrity.<br>• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on budgeting, forecasting, and strategic projects, providing actionable financial analyses and recommendations.<br>• Assist in mergers and acquisitions by performing due diligence and modeling for potential acquisition targets, and lead the integration of acquired entities into existing financial processes.<br>• Identify opportunities for process improvement in accounting, finance, billing, collections, and payroll functions, and implement solutions to enhance efficiency and scalability.<br>• Partner with leadership to evaluate business risks and opportunities, contributing to informed decision-making and strategic planning.<br>• Prepare and analyze journal entries to ensure compliance with accounting standards and accuracy in financial reporting.<br>• Utilize advanced Excel functions, such as pivot tables and v-lookups, to streamline data analysis and reporting.<br>• Support the development and implementation of standard modeling practices and integration playbooks for acquisitions.
