<p>Robert Half is looking for a Staff Accountants for contract position within the Minneapolis area. As a Staff Accountant you will prepare journal entries, monthly and year-end closings, bank reconciliations, fixed asset maintenance and general ledger reconciliation.</p>
<p>If you're looking to further your career in accounting and enjoy solving complex problems, Robert Half has a terrific contract Staff Accountant position available for you to check out. The Staff Accountant is responsible for preparing monthly and year-end closings, journal entries, fixed asset maintenance, bank reconciliation, and general ledger reconciliation. During the monthly close, many aspects of internal reporting will be your responsibility. You will promote the development and implementation of accounting policies. In addition, you will participate in compliance, interact with our external auditors for quarterly reviews and annual audits, and review schedules for the reporting processes. This position is very involved as it will produce Financial Statements, Cash Flow projections, and Budgets. Based in the Mounds View, Minnesota area, this company offers an engaging and multi-faceted opportunity where effort is rewarded.</p><p> </p><p>Major responsibilities</p><p>- Keep up fixed asset ledger, depreciation, and reconciliation</p><p>- Conduct month end close, journal entries, without supervision</p><p>- Oversee the creation of monthly balance sheet and income statement analyses for reporting to management</p><p>- Ad-hoc reporting and special projects, as requested</p><p>- Support capital lease and monthly payment schedules</p><p>- Prepare complex journal entries and account reconciliations including but not limited to cash, prepaid expenses and payroll</p><p>- Be a part of various department-wide initiatives</p><p>- Participate in the month end, quarter end and year end closing process including monthly financial close workbook preparation</p><p>- Help with the implementation, maintenance and adherence to internal controls under SOX and accounting procedures ensuring compliance with GAAP</p><p>- Offer descriptions of a large number of financial data and communicate insights in a useful and understandable manner</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 dedicated Staff Accountant to join a team in Cottage Grove, Minnesota. This contract position offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to essential financial operations in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in managing accounting cycles, handling reconciliations, and ensuring accurate financial reporting while supporting multiple active projects.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee weekly accounting processes, including expense approvals, payroll submissions, invoicing, accounts payable, reimbursements, and accounts receivable/collections.</p><p>• Perform month-end close procedures, such as revenue reconciliations, payroll accruals, and general ledger account reconciliations.</p><p>• Process 10–20 invoices weekly while supporting 55–60 active projects to ensure timely and accurate transactions.</p><p>• Manage transaction-level accounts payable and accounts receivable in a fast-paced setting.</p><p>• Utilize QuickBooks effectively to maintain financial records and ensure accuracy.</p><p>• Conduct detailed account reconciliations to ensure compliance and resolve discrepancies.</p><p>• Assist with corporate tax-related tasks, including sales tax and corporate tax returns.</p><p>• Support system integration efforts and address backlog work from previous staffing gaps.</p><p>• Prepare and post journal entries to maintain the general ledger.</p><p>• Collaborate with teams to enhance financial processes and maintain professionalism in all accounting activities.</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>In this role, you will oversee a variety of accounting functions, including accounts receivable, accounts payable, inventory management, and month-end close processes. This position offers a hands-on opportunity to contribute to the financial operations of the organization while ensuring compliance with established accounting principles.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Manage full-cycle accounts receivable processes, including invoicing sales orders, applying payments, and processing tax-exempt forms.</li><li>Oversee accounts payable tasks, such as reviewing invoices, performing three-way matching for purchase orders, and preparing weekly payment runs.</li><li>Maintain and update inventory records, including processing receipts of goods and organizing physical and cycle counts.</li><li>Conduct month-end and year-end close activities, including reconciling credit card transactions and auditing financial reports.</li><li>Collaborate with departments across multiple locations to ensure accurate financial reporting and resolve any discrepancies.</li><li>Monitor and address potential accounting or operational issues, reporting findings to senior staff.</li><li>Prepare and process client credit applications and lien waivers as part of accounts receivable operations.</li><li>Assist with special accounting projects and provide support for strategic initiatives.</li><li>Uphold company policies and accounting principles to ensure compliance and accuracy in all financial transactions.</li><li>Maintain organized and detailed records to support audits and operational reviews.</li></ul>
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our team in Eagan, Minnesota. In this role, you will handle a diverse range of accounting tasks and contribute to maintaining the financial health of the organization. This is an onsite position offering competitive compensation and benefits, including medical coverage and 401(k) options.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process and manage billing activities to ensure timely and accurate invoicing.<br>• Handle accounts payable and accounts receivable functions, including data entry and reconciliation.<br>• Support job costing activities by tracking expenses and allocating costs appropriately.<br>• Prepare and post journal entries to maintain the general ledger.<br>• Assist in month-end closing procedures, ensuring all financial records are up-to-date.<br>• Manage payroll processing and ensure compliance with regulations.<br>• Perform collections activities to recover outstanding balances.<br>• Utilize Sage software to execute accounting tasks efficiently.<br>• Provide administrative support and assist with additional accounting duties as required.
<p>Robert Half is searching for an Entry Level Accountant for a contract position. In this position, your responsibilities will include data entry, financial statement review, and Excel spreadsheet creation and manipulation. If you have an aptitude for Excel, a positive attitude, and a desire to work in an entry-level accounting position, then this position could be the perfect fit.</p><p> </p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>- Preparing monthly journal entries</p><p>- Investigating and correcting account discrepancies</p><p>- Making sure that accounts contained in the general ledger are correct</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 detail-oriented Senior Accountant to join our dynamic team in Edina, Minnesota. In this role, you will manage essential accounting functions, ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance with industry standards. This position is ideal for a self-motivated individual with expertise in accounting practices and a strong aptitude for problem-solving.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee month-end closing activities, ensuring all financial data is accurately recorded.<br>• Prepare and post journal entries to the general ledger, maintaining precision and compliance.<br>• Process real estate closings for the Minnesota market and manage batch transactions.<br>• Conduct reconciliations for bank accounts and balance sheet accounts.<br>• Assist in financial reviews and provide detailed reports on pending transactions.<br>• Manage contracts and insurance policies, ensuring compliance and record accuracy.<br>• Identify and implement best practices to improve accounting processes.<br>• Collaborate with managers and departments to support various ad-hoc projects.<br>• Handle human resources tasks, including onboarding, terminations, employee file management, and payroll administration.
We are looking for a skilled Staff Accountant to join our team on a contract basis in Minneapolis, Minnesota. In this role, you will play a critical part in maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring compliance with accounting standards. This position involves handling various accounting processes, including invoicing, journal entries, and month-end close activities.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare and process monthly invoices, ensuring accuracy and proper mapping within designated workbooks.<br>• Manage month-end close procedures, including accruals and journal entries.<br>• Update and maintain invoice workbooks to reflect accurate financial data.<br>• Utilize Excel to analyze and organize financial information for reporting purposes.<br>• Record payroll journal entries based on prepared data and ensure proper documentation.<br>• Collaborate with internal teams to verify approved invoices and ensure proper coding.<br>• Use accounting systems like Financial Edge to manage general ledger activities.<br>• Perform reconciliations to ensure the accuracy of financial records.<br>• Provide support during training sessions related to invoice workbook processes.<br>• Maintain compliance with accounting standards and organizational policies.
<p>In this role, you will manage a broad range of accounting functions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, weekly payroll processing, and compliance related activities. The ideal candidate thrives in roles that offer autonomy, brings keen attention to detail, and enjoys contributing to a growing organization where scalability and process improvements are evolving. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Oversee accounts receivable functions, including invoicing, rebilling, cash application, and bank deposits.</li><li>Manage accounts payable tasks such as processing vendor invoices, maintaining accurate vendor records, and executing payment runs.</li><li>Process weekly payroll for employees, ensuring accurate tracking of vacation and benefit accruals, including union-specific requirements.</li><li>Support payroll tax filings and payments while ensuring adherence to compliance standards.</li><li>Perform regular bank and cash reconciliations and contribute to month-end and periodic financial close processes.</li><li>Assist with sales and use tax reporting, property tax filing, and other regulatory obligations.</li><li>Prepare and support annual filings, including 1099s and other state-specific documentation.</li><li>Maintain organized accounting and compliance records, including customer credit files, exemption certificates, lien waivers, and title tracking.</li><li>Address inquiries from internal and external stakeholders regarding accounting, payroll, customer accounts, and vendor-related matters.</li></ul>
We are looking for an experienced Staff Accountant to join a growing commercial landscaping and snow removal company based in Maplewood, Minnesota. This role offers an opportunity to manage daily accounting operations while partnering with leadership on financial reporting and analysis. Ideal candidates will thrive in a dynamic, small-business environment and bring expertise in areas such as payroll, job costing, and compliance with union and prevailing wage requirements.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare and record journal entries while maintaining the accuracy of the general ledger.<br>• Oversee month-end closing activities and assist in the preparation of monthly financial statements.<br>• Conduct job costing analysis and track project profitability across seasonal operations.<br>• Reconcile bank accounts, credit cards, and balance sheet accounts on a monthly basis.<br>• Manage vendor records, including W-9 forms, and support year-end tax filings.<br>• Assist in payroll processing, ensuring proper allocation of labor costs for both union and non-union employees.<br>• Maintain compliance with prevailing wage regulations, union contracts, and commercial agreements.<br>• Collaborate with external accounting firms during annual reviews or tax filings.<br>• Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes and implement modern workflows.
We are looking for a Staff Accountant to join our team in Eden Prairie, Minnesota. In this role, you will play a critical part in managing project-related financial activities, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and smooth operations. This position offers the opportunity to work closely with project managers and contribute to the success of accounting processes.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Collaborate with project managers to oversee financial aspects from proposal inception to project completion.<br>• Verify the accuracy and completeness of project proposals, purchase orders, and internal setup documentation.<br>• Establish and maintain client projects within accounting systems for accurate billing and reporting.<br>• Prepare and submit client invoices promptly, ensuring precision and alignment with billing methods such as cost-plus or lump sum.<br>• Review and approve vendor purchase orders and invoices related to projects.<br>• Conduct regular project reviews to validate cost-to-complete estimates, identify variances, and manage month-end processes.<br>• Handle multi-company postings of project revenue and expenses with attention to detail.<br>• Manage accounts receivable and collections, including resolving discrepancies in cash receipts.<br>• Apply knowledge of U.S. sales tax laws relevant to services and project material sales.<br>• Close out completed projects by finalizing billing and resolving outstanding commitments.
<p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant/Accounting Clerk to join our team in Plymouth, Minnesota. This is a reduced hours role, ~30 hours per week. In this long-term contract position, you will play a crucial role in managing financial records and processes, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in all accounting operations. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual with expertise in QuickBooks and a strong background in Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process and manage Accounts Payable transactions, ensuring timely and accurate payments.</p><p>• Handle Accounts Receivable tasks, including invoicing and monitoring collections.</p><p>• Utilize QuickBooks to maintain financial records and generate reports.</p><p>• Reconcile bank statements and other financial accounts to ensure accuracy.</p><p>• Assist with preparing financial statements and monthly closings.</p><p>• Maintain organized and up-to-date documentation of accounting activities.</p><p>• Identify and resolve discrepancies in financial records promptly.</p><p>• Collaborate with internal teams to support budgeting and forecasting efforts.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with accounting policies and regulatory standards.</p><p>• Provide support during audits by supplying necessary documentation and information.</p>
<p>Robert Half is currently looking for an Accounts Receivable Specialist! In this position, you will enter, post and reconcile batches, research and resolve customer A/R issues, place billing and collection calls, maintain cash receipts journal, update, and reconcile sub-ledger to G/L. This is a long-term contract position with a growing company in Shoreview.</p><p> </p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>- Reconcile bank accounts, posting and balancing financial data in various ledgers</p><p>- Verify of documents and codes</p><p>- Process payments and compiling segments of monthly closings and annual reports</p><p>- Match cash receipts to related customer invoice and enter into cash receipts spreadsheet and billing system</p><p>- Collections: contact existing clients to help resolve payment issues; assist in setting up payment plans</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 entry-level Financial Analyst in Roseville, Minnesota, <strong>(on site)</strong> to join a team on a contract with the potential for a contract to permanent position. In this role, you will analyze financial data, interpret market trends, and contribute to accurate reporting to support decision-making processes. The ideal candidate will have a strong interest in financial markets and a keen eye for detail. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Analyze financial data to identify trends and insights that inform business strategies.</p><p>• Prepare comprehensive financial reports, ensuring accuracy and clarity.</p><p>• Monitor and interpret financial market developments to provide actionable recommendations.</p><p>• Utilize tools such as Bloomberg Terminal to conduct in-depth market analysis.</p><p>• Collaborate with teams to support forecasting and budgeting processes.</p><p>• Assist in the evaluation of investment opportunities and risks.</p><p>• Contribute to the improvement of financial reporting systems and processes.</p><p>• Research and present findings on industry-specific financial trends.</p><p>• Support senior analysts in preparing presentations and data visualizations for stakeholders.</p>
<p>We are seeking a <strong>Fund Accounting Senior Associate</strong> who is passionate about delivering high‑quality service and building strong client relationships. In this role, you will support day‑to‑day fund accounting operations, ensure accuracy and timeliness of deliverables, and collaborate with internal teams to resolve issues and improve processes. You will play a key role in maintaining operational excellence and contributing to overall team success.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p>As a <strong>Fund Accounting Senior Associate</strong>, you will:</p><ul><li>Demonstrate strong functional and technical expertise across multiple disciplines.</li><li>Follow internal standards, SOPs, and job aids to ensure consistent, quality output.</li><li>Actively identify and recommend process improvements.</li><li>Respond promptly to internal and external inquiries.</li><li>Ensure accuracy, quality, and timeliness of all assigned work.</li><li>Estimate staffing needs, assign tasks, and manage short‑term deliverables.</li><li>Oversee workflow to ensure deadlines are met.</li><li>Train, mentor, and support junior team members.</li><li>Collaborate across teams, departments, and shared service centers as needed.</li><li>Manage your own performance and development, including training participation.</li><li>Communicate effectively with internal stakeholders and external partners.</li><li>Escalate risks in accordance with established policies and escalation paths.</li><li>Identify and report unusual or potentially suspicious activity following corporate guidelines.</li><li>Perform additional duties as assigned.</li></ul>
<p>We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Financial Analyst - Entry Level to join a team in Roseville, Minnesota. This role will focus on supporting middle-office operations for alternative investment vehicles such as private equity, private credit, and hedge funds. As a Contract to permanent position, this opportunity is ideal for individuals seeking to develop their expertise in financial operations and alternative investments in a fast-paced, <strong><u>in-office environment</u></strong>.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process and monitor capital calls, distributions, and cash transactions accurately.</p><p>• Maintain comprehensive records, schedules, and documentation related to investments.</p><p>• Reconcile investment data across custodians, administrators, and internal systems.</p><p>• Assist with updating valuations and preparing periodic financial reports.</p><p>• Organize and track fund notices, statements, and communications from managers.</p><p>• Support audit, tax, and reporting requirements with detailed documentation.</p><p>• Contribute to the documentation and improvement of operational processes and controls.</p>
<p>The Expense Accountant is responsible for ensuring the accuracy, compliance, and timeliness of all employee and corporate expense activity. This role safeguards company resources by reviewing, analyzing, and reconciling expenses while partnering with teams across the organization to promote sound financial practices. The ideal candidate is detail‑oriented, analytical, and comfortable balancing independent work with cross‑functional collaboration.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Review and process employee expense reports for accuracy, policy compliance, and proper documentation.</li><li>Monitor corporate credit card activity, investigate discrepancies, and ensure timely reconciliation.</li><li>Maintain and update expense policies, providing guidance and training to employees as needed.</li><li>Prepare monthly expense-related journal entries and assist with month‑end close activities.</li><li>Reconcile expense accounts and resolve variances in a timely manner.</li><li>Support internal and external audits by providing documentation and explanations.</li><li>Analyze spending trends and identify opportunities for cost control or process improvement.</li><li>Collaborate with procurement, finance, and department managers to ensure consistent application of expense policies.</li><li>Assist with implementation and optimization of expense management systems.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<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>Robert Half is partnering with our client to identify an Assistant Controller for their growing small business. In this working manager role, you will oversee critical financial processes, including accounting operations, cash management, financial analysis, modeling and labor cost billing. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a collaborative environment while maintaining the ability to work independently.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee accounting operations, including cash flow management and ensuring regulatory compliance.</p><p>• Manage month-end close activities, such as preparing financial reports, reconciling accounts, and posting journal entries.</p><p>• Handle labor cost billing processes, ensuring data accuracy and timely invoicing.</p><p>• Perform financial planning, analysis, and modeling to support business objectives.</p><p>• Maintain and enhance relationships with vendors, ensuring smooth operations.</p><p>• Identify and implement efficiency improvements within the labor billing system.</p><p>• Collaborate with management to provide insights into financial performance and assist in strategic decision-making.</p><p>• Prepare for audits and compile necessary financial documentation.</p><p>• Monitor changes in regulations that may impact payroll and financial practices.</p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to lead the financial strategy and operations of a well-established Financial Institution in Minneapolis, Minnesota. This role demands a visionary leader who can balance strategic planning with hands-on management to ensure financial stability, regulatory compliance, and sustainable growth. As the CFO, you will work closely with the Board of Directors, senior leadership, and committees to align financial goals with the organization's mission and long-term objectives.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee all financial and accounting operations, including Financial Planning and Analysis, general ledger management, payroll coordination, accounts payable/receivable, and internal controls.</p><p>• Ensure accurate and timely preparation of financial records and reports in compliance with regulatory requirements.</p><p>• Supervise accounting staff, fostering efficiency and adherence to established policies.</p><p>• Develop and present detailed financial analyses and statements to senior leadership, the Board of Directors, and committees.</p><p>• Lead the annual budgeting process, monitor performance, and recommend corrective actions to meet financial targets.</p><p>• Manage asset and liability strategies, interest rate risk, and liquidity planning in collaboration with relevant committees.</p><p>• Provide financial insights to guide loan and deposit pricing decisions while overseeing investment activities.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with state and federal regulatory requirements, coordinating audits and examinations effectively.</p><p>• Identify and mitigate financial risks while ensuring accurate capital planning and allocation.</p><p>• Support strategic initiatives through financial modeling, forecasting, and scenario planning to drive organizational growth.</p>
We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Accountant to join our team on a contract basis. In this role, you will oversee payroll processes, ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations while managing multi-state payroll operations. Based in Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, this position offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to efficient payroll management within the energy and natural resources industry.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process full-cycle payroll operations with accuracy and attention to detail.<br>• Manage multi-state payroll to ensure compliance with varying state regulations.<br>• Prepare and file payroll tax reports in adherence to federal, state, and local laws.<br>• Utilize ADP Workforce Now to perform payroll-related tasks and data management.<br>• Maintain records and documentation related to payroll transactions and tax filings.<br>• Address employee inquiries regarding payroll and resolve discrepancies promptly.<br>• Collaborate with the accounting team to ensure seamless integration of payroll data.<br>• Conduct audits to verify payroll accuracy and compliance with company policies.<br>• Stay updated on changes in payroll regulations and implement necessary adjustments.<br>• Support internal teams with payroll reporting and analysis as required.
<p>Robert Half is looking for Senior Accountants for a long-term contract opportunity in Falcon Heights! As a Senior Accountant, you will be responsible for financial statement preparation and consolidation, account analysis and reconciliations, cash flow analysis, budgets and forecasting, audit preparation, and regulatory reporting. We are looking for someone who has excellent analytical skills and enjoys working in a challenging and fast–paced environment to support the company's continued success.</p><p> </p><p>Role & Responsibilities</p><p>- Execute monthly accounting close procedures (journal entries, reconciliations, reports)</p><p>- Work with business partners to ensure compliance with corporate accounting policies, procedures and controls and provide support on special requests.</p><p>- Provide analysis on financial results (trends, performance metrics, benchmarks)</p><p>- Prepare Balance Sheet account reconciliations</p><p>- Ad-hoc projects as necessary</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><strong>Senior Tax Accountant</strong></p><p>We are seeking an intelligent and versatile <strong>Senior Tax Accountant</strong> to join a collaborative tax team supporting a dynamic mix of businesses, trusts, and investment entities. This role provides the opportunity to contribute to a stable yet challenging environment alongside experienced tax professionals, with access to competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.</p><p><strong>Position Summary:</strong></p><p>As a Senior Tax Accountant, you will be responsible for preparing federal, state, and local income tax workpapers and returns, tax projections, and quarterly estimated payments. Core duties include responding to regulatory authorities, performing tax research and analysis, and preparing memorandums and communications.</p>
Responsible for working with global sites in US, Costa Rica, Vietnam and China working with Engineering and production teams in establishing, monitoring standard costing of products; monthly cost variance analysis to assist operations with continuous improvement in our profitability period over period in purchasing and manufacturing yields. This position will also be responsible helping with month-end entries, audits, and other projects as needed.<br>DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:<br>• Teaming with Engineering and Production calculate and review standard costs of products<br>• Prepare and review bills of materials (BOM’s)<br>• Analyze job variances and determine appropriate amount of variances to be capitalized monthly<br>• <br>o Material Purchase Price<br>o Material Quantity Variance<br>o Labor Rate Variance<br>o Labor Efficiency Variance<br>o Fixed Overhead Spending Variance<br>o Variable Overhead Spending Variance<br>• Lead global locations annual standard cost update and rolling of annual standard costs; and review output for accuracy<br>• Evaluate inventory aging by location working with local operations management and finance team to determine the need for inventory reserves in accordance with fact pattern and company policy<br>• Create and input journal entries in EPICOR for the month-end close process related to cost accounting and inventory<br>• Support and preparation of audit and tax PBC’s and year-end entries related to costing and inventory<br>• Reconciliation of inventory and related accounts<br>• Assist with physical counts and cycle counts of inventory<br>• Prepare additional journal entries in EPICOR or other accounting duties as assigned<br>• Undertake additional tasks as directed by supervisor<br>Requirements<br>• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance<br>• Preferred 3 years plus of recent experience in cost accounting in a manufacturing environment<br>• Excellent attention to detail and strong math skills<br>• EPICOR knowledge preferred or similar systems with strong technical ability & Excel<br>• Ability to reconcile information, solve complex issues, and adaptable to change<br>• Strong work ethic; team oriented, and goal orientated<br>• Ability to work cross functionally with manufacturing, engineering and location controllers<br>• Strong self-reviewing skills<br>• Ability to simplify information to a single page to bring actionable information<br>• Spanish speaking is a plus<br>• Ability to work in multiple time zones
<p>Robert Half's Contract Finance & Accounting team in Minneapolis is looking for a Senior Accountant for a temporary opportunity. This position offers you great long-term potential and strong compensation. We are looking for someone who has excellent analytical skills and enjoys working in a challenging and fast–paced environment to support the firm's continued success. </p>
