<p>We are looking for a detail-oriented FP&A Manager/Director to support financial operations in a contract position. This role partners closely with plant leadership and cross-functional teams to strengthen financial performance, deliver meaningful reporting, and provide insights that support operational goals. The position plays a key part in cost accounting, close activities, forecasting, and control oversight while helping the site maintain accuracy, compliance, and continuous improvement.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead site-level budgeting, forecasting, and month-end close activities to ensure timely and accurate financial results.</p><p>• Partner with plant leadership to evaluate operating performance, highlight trends, and recommend actions that improve business outcomes.</p><p>• Prepare and interpret financial reports, metrics, and ad hoc analysis to support decision-making across operations and finance.</p><p>• Oversee cost accounting activities, including analysis of manufacturing results, productivity measures, and variance reporting.</p><p>• Monitor internal controls and financial procedures to protect assets and maintain compliance with established policies.</p><p>• Identify financial risks and performance gaps, then help develop practical plans to improve results against site targets.</p><p>• Support audit readiness by maintaining organized documentation and ensuring records meet internal and external review standards.</p><p>• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders on capital planning, process improvements, and other initiatives that enhance site performance.</p>
<p>We are looking for a dynamic Finance Manager. This role involves leading financial strategy and performance initiatives, ensuring accurate reporting, and delivering actionable insights to drive organizational success. The ideal candidate will have a strong analytical mindset and the ability to collaborate across departments to achieve business goals.</p><p><br></p><p>This opportunity comes with medical, dental/vision, 401k, PTO, and much more.</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 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.
We are looking for a Buyer to support manufacturing operations by securing the materials, equipment, and services needed to keep production running smoothly. This position partners with teams across production, engineering, quality, planning, and customer service to align purchasing activity with business priorities in Saint Paul, Minnesota. The ideal candidate brings strong supplier management skills, sound commercial judgment, and the ability to balance cost, quality, and delivery performance.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Identify and qualify vendors that can consistently meet expectations for pricing, quality, service, and on-time delivery.<br>• Prepare, release, and monitor purchase orders to ensure materials and services arrive according to production schedules.<br>• Lead commercial discussions with suppliers to secure favorable pricing, contract terms, and long-term purchasing agreements.<br>• Build productive supplier partnerships by setting performance expectations and reviewing results through metrics and scorecards.<br>• Take part in supplier assessments and audits to confirm adherence to company standards and quality system requirements.<br>• Address supplier-related quality issues by coordinating containment actions, investigating root causes, and driving corrective measures.<br>• Work closely with internal departments to support product launches, respond to shortages, and resolve supply chain disruptions.<br>• Recommend savings opportunities by evaluating alternate sources, materials, and procurement approaches.<br>• Maintain accurate purchasing records and supplier information within enterprise planning and procurement systems.<br>• Ensure buying activities follow company policies, safety expectations, and applicable regulatory standards.
<p>We are looking for a Buyer to support material planning and supplier coordination for ongoing operations in Minnesota. This Long-term Contract position is suited for a detail-oriented procurement specialist who can balance cost, quality, and delivery expectations while keeping supply needs aligned with production demands. The ideal candidate will build strong vendor partnerships, manage purchasing activity with accuracy, and collaborate across teams to help maintain a reliable flow of materials.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Identify and evaluate vendors to secure reliable sources that meet business expectations for quality, pricing, and lead times.</p><p>• Create, issue, and monitor purchase orders to ensure materials and supplies are delivered according to production schedules.</p><p>• Negotiate commercial terms with suppliers to improve overall value while supporting continuity of supply.</p><p>• Maintain productive supplier relationships and serve as a point of contact for order status, performance concerns, and ongoing procurement needs.</p><p>• Review vendor performance metrics and take action to address issues related to late shipments, service gaps, or nonconforming materials.</p><p>• Partner with internal teams such as production and engineering to support daily operations and purchasing needs tied to product activity.</p><p>• Investigate cost-saving opportunities by comparing sourcing options, evaluating alternative materials, and recommending purchasing improvements.</p><p>• Keep procurement records, order details, and supplier information current within company systems while following established policies and compliance standards.</p><p><br></p><p>*Please note that all candidates are required to provide 2 recent supervisor or manager references in order to be considered for employment.</p><p> </p><p>Please submit your resume and call 651-293-3973 for review and consideration.</p>
<p>We are looking for a dedicated Financial Advisor to join our team in the Twin Cities. In this role, you will provide expert investment management and tailored financial planning services to clients, helping them achieve their financial goals. You will collaborate with other detail oriented individuals and continuously develop your skills to stay ahead in the industry.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, ensuring a thorough understanding of their financial needs and objectives.</p><p>• Develop personalized financial plans that encompass income, expenses, insurance coverage, tax strategies, and risk tolerance.</p><p>• Analyze market trends and client portfolios to create effective investment strategies.</p><p>• Work with tax, legal, and insurance experts to create comprehensive financial roadmaps for clients.</p><p>• Conduct regular reviews of client accounts to assess progress and recommend adjustments based on changing circumstances.</p><p>• Prepare detailed financial summaries, income projections, and investment performance reports to support sound decision-making.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with local and national financial regulations by staying informed about relevant legislation.</p><p>• Participate in ongoing detail oriented development through workshops, webinars, and industry resources to enhance expertise in financial planning and investment management.</p><p>• Utilize financial planning software to optimize client portfolio management and reporting.</p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced finance leader to guide strategic planning, oversee core accounting operations, and strengthen the organization’s overall financial performance. This role is ideal for someone who can balance high-level financial direction with hands-on oversight of reporting, forecasting, and budgeting activities. The successful candidate will partner with executive leadership to support sound decision-making, improve financial visibility, and maintain disciplined fiscal management across the business.</p><p><br></p><p>This opportunity comes with medical, HSA, dental/vision, 401k match, unlimited PTO, discretionary bonus, and more!</p><p><br></p><p>If interested or you would like to have a private conversation, please reach out on LinkedIn @ Jordan Docken.</p>
We are looking for an experienced finance leader to join a nonprofit organization in Minneapolis, Minnesota in a part-time contract role. This engagement is expected to run for approximately 2–3+ months while the organization completes its permanent search, and the position will support financial oversight in a hybrid schedule with in-office collaboration preferred two days per week. The ideal candidate will bring strong nonprofit finance experience and a hands-on approach to budgeting, reporting, cash management, and day-to-day accounting operations.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Partner with executive leadership and departmental stakeholders to build, oversee, and refine the annual operating budget, including interim reviews and forecast updates.<br>• Lead monthly close activities by recording journal entries and producing accurate financial reports for leadership and finance committee review.<br>• Maintain short- and long-term cash flow forecasts while monitoring restricted, designated, and reserve balances, including timing considerations tied to grant funding.<br>• Reconcile banking activity, coordinate deposits, and ensure payment approvals follow established signature controls for higher-value disbursements.<br>• Oversee accounts payable processing through regular payment cycles, accurate coding, and timely release of vendor payments.<br>• Collaborate with accounting and gallery operations staff to calculate artist commission payments, maintain tax documentation files, and manage year-end contractor reporting forms.<br>• Monitor incoming receivables with program teams, including oversight of balances related to studio artist security deposits.<br>• Support the annual external audit by preparing schedules, responding to auditor requests, and organizing relevant governance and budget documentation.<br>• Manage recurring compliance activities such as sales tax filings, workers’ compensation audit support, W-2 distribution, and required tax filings with applicable agencies.<br>• Supervise the part-time Accountant and provide guidance across financial administration, grant contract tracking, investment monitoring, and expense-related inquiries.
We are looking for a skilled and strategic Cost Accounting Manager to join our team in Minneapolis, Minnesota. In this role, you will oversee product costing, inventory valuation, and cost of goods sold, ensuring accurate and timely accounting practices that support operational goals. This position is critically important in driving cost efficiency, supporting decision-making processes, and partnering with leadership across operations, supply chain, and finance.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Develop and implement a comprehensive cost accounting strategy to align with business growth and increased manufacturing complexity.<br>• Maintain and enhance cost accounting systems and internal controls to ensure precise tracking of product costs, inventory, and overhead.<br>• Analyze and report product costs, including labor, materials, and overhead, while providing actionable insights to optimize pricing and margin management.<br>• Collaborate with operations, supply chain, and finance teams to assess cost drivers and identify opportunities for structural improvements and capital investments.<br>• Prepare and present detailed financial results related to cost performance, trends, and risks to management on a regular basis.<br>• Ensure compliance with organizational policies and internal controls related to manufacturing accounting and inventory.<br>• Lead inventory control processes across manufacturing and distribution centers, ensuring accuracy and integrity.<br>• Work closely with operational leaders to identify cost reduction initiatives and evaluate the financial impact of key decisions.<br>• Build and manage a team of inventory and cost accounting professionals, fostering growth and excellence.<br>• Oversee the annual cost accounting budget, ensuring effective resource allocation and alignment with strategic objectives.