<p>We are looking for a Finance Manager to support research and development finance activities for a large organization in Minneapolis, Minnesota. This Long-term Contract position will serve as a strategic finance partner, guiding monthly reporting, project analysis, and budget planning while working closely with cross-functional stakeholders. The role combines hands-on financial management with business case support, forecast development, and presentation preparation for leadership discussions.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Partner with research and development stakeholders to provide financial guidance, answer ongoing questions, and deliver timely support for business needs.</p><p>• Oversee monthly financial close activities and prepare regular reporting for the Interventional and Visualase therapy portfolios.</p><p>• Build, update, and maintain business case models for active and proposed projects, ensuring assumptions and financial impacts are clearly documented.</p><p>• Collaborate with project teams to gather and consolidate inputs for forecasts, budget submissions, and leadership-ready financial summaries.</p><p>• Contribute as the finance representative on core project teams, offering insight into investment decisions, risks, and performance trends.</p><p>• Lead annual budget planning activities for projects and cost centers by working closely with business partners to develop accurate outlooks.</p><p>• Prepare clear presentations and status updates that translate financial results into actionable business insights for management.</p><p>• Respond to ad hoc analysis requests throughout the month, using data to support decision-making and operational priorities.</p>
We are looking for an experienced finance leader to oversee accounting operations, financial reporting, and internal controls for our Blaine, Minnesota team. This role will guide day-to-day financial activities, strengthen reporting accuracy, and support sound business decisions through disciplined planning and analysis. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership, a hands-on approach to accounting operations, and the ability to improve processes while maintaining compliance and financial integrity.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct core accounting activities across payables, receivables, general ledger, cash activity, fixed assets, and expense administration to ensure smooth daily operations.<br>• Lead month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes, delivering timely and reliable financial statements and management reporting.<br>• Monitor financial transactions for accuracy, approvals, documentation, and proper period recognition while resolving exceptions and discrepancies promptly.<br>• Oversee billing, cash application, collections, vendor disbursements, reconciliations, and credit-related activities to maintain strong financial controls.<br>• Maintain and enhance accounting policies, close calendars, account structures, and control procedures that support compliance and operational consistency.<br>• Partner with leadership on budgeting, forecasting, cash flow planning, cost center analysis, and intercompany activity to support informed decision-making.<br>• Strengthen internal control practices by managing approval workflows, banking controls, segregation of duties, and audit readiness across finance operations.<br>• Supervise and develop finance team members and external resources, setting priorities, reviewing output, and fostering accountability and cross-functional support.<br>• Support finance system effectiveness through process improvement, automation, testing, integrations, and other changes that affect accounting and reporting.<br>• Coordinate with auditors, tax advisors, banking partners, insurers, and other external providers, including periodic travel for finance-related initiatives when needed.
<p>We are looking for an experienced Contract Manager to support our client with vendor contracting activities for a leading health insurance organization in Minnetonka, Minnesota. 3 days per week onsite. This is a Contract position focused on managing agreements with existing vendors, guiding renewals and amendments, and helping business teams secure sound commercial terms. The role works closely with legal, finance, technology, and operations partners to move contracts forward efficiently while protecting business interests.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead negotiations for renewals, amendments, and extensions with current vendors, driving timely execution of agreements.</p><p>• Prepare, revise, and negotiate contract language for routine products and services, including pricing, key legal terms, and service expectations.</p><p>• Work cross-functionally with legal, finance, technology, operations, and other stakeholders to align contract terms with business objectives.</p><p>• Apply approved templates, negotiation guidance, and contracting standards to promote consistency and reduce risk across agreements.</p><p>• Maintain accurate contract records and update the contract management system with current terms, dates, and supporting documentation.</p><p>• Review upcoming expirations and contract data to plan renewal strategies and support continuity of vendor services.</p><p>• Respond to internal questions regarding contract status, notices, amendments, and renewal procedures with clear and timely communication.</p><p>• Build productive relationships with business partners and adapt communication style to effectively engage stakeholders at different levels.</p>
<p>We are looking for a dedicated Relationship Manager to join our client's investment advisory team in the Twin Cities This position works closely with the Wealth Advisor and plays an important part in strengthening client relationships, coordinating service needs, and contributing to a high-standard wealth management experience. The ideal candidate brings professionalism, strong communication skills, and a genuine interest in helping clients feel confident about their financial future.</p><p> </p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Establish and nurture strong relationships with clients to understand and address their financial goals and needs.</p><p>• Provide comprehensive support to Wealth Advisors by assisting with client services.</p><p>• Manage investment accounts and ensure accuracy in financial documentation and reporting.</p><p>• Collaborate with team members to share insights and improve firm processes and client outcomes.</p><p>• Uphold compliance standards and follow policies and procedures to maintain operational integrity.</p><p>• Assist clients with inquiries related to financial planning and investment strategies.</p><p>• Utilize Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook for efficient communication and documentation.</p><p>• Actively contribute to maintaining a positive team environment by offering assistance and sharing knowledge.</p><p>• Ensure a high level of customer satisfaction by consistently delivering precise and timely service.</p><p><br></p>
We are looking for an FP&A Manager to oversee financial planning and analysis activities across all company locations in Hopkins, Minnesota. This role partners closely with senior leadership to guide budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and cash flow strategy while supporting informed business decisions. The position reports to the Chief Financial Officer and includes leadership of one direct report, with an emphasis on building strong analytical processes and driving financial insight throughout the organization.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct the company-wide financial planning and analysis function, ensuring consistent support for all business locations.<br>• Manage the annual budget cycle and ongoing forecasting activities to provide timely and reliable financial guidance.<br>• Prepare and interpret financial reports, working with executive leadership as well as operational and sales teams to evaluate performance and trends.<br>• Oversee treasury-related activities and help maintain effective visibility into organizational liquidity.<br>• Build and refine cash flow models and forward-looking projections to support planning and decision-making.<br>• Create and enhance quantitative analyses, dashboards, and reporting tools that improve financial insight and business performance measurement.<br>• Lead, coach, and develop one direct report while fostering high standards for analytical accuracy and collaboration.<br>• Take on additional finance-related assignments as needed to support business priorities.
<p>Our client in the Southwest metro is looking for a Financial Analyst with strong business partnering who has worked with large data sets and has done strategic analytics. This company is privately owned and has great leadership and is growing. Please reach out on LinkedIn @JenniferExsted.</p>
We are looking for an experienced Loan Administrator to join an investment management organization in Minneapolis, Minnesota on a Contract basis. This position supports loan servicing operations with a concentration on reporting, file accuracy, and review of newly boarded loans to help maintain reliable portfolio data. The ideal candidate brings direct small business loan servicing experience and can work closely with internal partners to uphold compliance standards and operational quality.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare and submit required small business loan reports through designated reporting portals in a timely and accurate manner.<br>• Examine newly boarded loans to confirm that account details, terms, and supporting data align across servicing platforms and documentation.<br>• Perform quality reviews on loan records to identify discrepancies, correct inaccuracies, and strengthen data integrity within the portfolio.<br>• Partner with servicing team members to support day-to-day administrative activities related to active small business loans.<br>• Verify loan setup information during onboarding and transfer activities to help ensure smooth operational handoffs.<br>• Maintain organized records and documentation to support compliance expectations and internal servicing controls.<br>• Use Excel and other servicing tools to track reporting activity, reconcile information, and monitor exceptions requiring follow-up.<br>• Assist with payoff-related administrative tasks and loan agreement review as needed within servicing workflows.
We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager to lead a short-term Contract engagement based in Eden Prairie, Minnesota. This role will focus on strengthening layaway-related accounting by reviewing historical activity, resolving discrepancies, and helping create a more reliable reconciliation process. The person in this position will partner closely with accounting leadership to assess vendor transactions, improve supporting documentation, and deliver a stable, accurate approach for future reporting. This assignment is expected to run for approximately 3-4 weeks.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Examine historical accounting activity over a multi-year period, with concentrated attention on the most recent year, to identify issues affecting layaway-related balances.<br>• Reconcile invoice activity and supporting records across a group of 15-20 vendors to confirm accuracy and completeness.<br>• Follow transactions through the full layaway cycle, from customer activity to vendor billing and payment application, to verify end-to-end accounting treatment.<br>• Investigate variances caused by manual postings and fixed adjustments, then determine and execute appropriate corrections.<br>• Partner with the Controller and Staff Accountant to unwind unsupported entries and restore proper account support.<br>• Recommend practical improvements that reduce manual effort, including batch updates, uploads, or more efficient system-based methods.<br>• Help define a dependable go-forward reconciliation process that supports accurate balances through year-end.<br>• Prepare clear documentation of findings, corrective actions, and process recommendations for accounting leadership.<br>• Support work within Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, including review of the accrued layaway liability memo process when assessing account accuracy.
<p>Accounting Manager – Manufacturing</p><p><strong>Location:</strong> East Metro, Minnesota (onsite)</p><p><strong>Compensation:</strong> $115,000–$135,000 base salary, plus comprehensive benefits and profit sharing</p><p><br></p><p>A well-established manufacturing organization is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to oversee core accounting operations and support financial performance across its U.S. business.</p><p>This role is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, managing the month-end close, overseeing general accounting activities, and supporting budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting. The Accounting Manager will lead an accounting team while partnering with cross-functional leaders to provide financial insights, strengthen internal controls, and improve processes.</p><p>The ideal candidate is a hands-on accounting leader who combines strong technical accounting knowledge with analytical capabilities and a practical understanding of manufacturing operations. This individual will play an important role in connecting financial results to business performance and supporting informed operational and strategic decisions.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><p>Accounting Operations & Financial Reporting</p><ul><li>Oversee day-to-day accounting activities, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, and cash transactions.</li><li>Manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes, ensuring reporting deadlines are consistently met.</li><li>Review journal entries, accruals, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules.</li></ul><p>Budgeting, Forecasting & Financial Analysis</p><ul><li>Coordinate accounting support for annual budgeting and financial planning activities.</li><li>Collaborate with department leaders to develop budgets, forecasts, and operating plans.</li><li>Provide meaningful financial insights to help business leaders evaluate performance and make informed decisions.</li></ul><p>Manufacturing & Cost Analysis</p><ul><li>Partner with Operations, Supply Chain, Purchasing, and other departments to understand financial and operational performance.</li><li>Analyze manufacturing costs, labor, overhead, inventory, scrap, and production variances.</li><li>Translate financial data into practical recommendations that support continuous improvement.</li></ul><p>Audit, Compliance & Internal Controls</p><ul><li>Coordinate accounting support for annual external audits and other audit activities.</li><li>Prepare and review audit schedules, workpapers, reconciliations, and supporting documentation.</li><li>Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards, internal policies, and regulatory requirements.</li></ul><p>Team Leadership & Business Partnership</p><ul><li>Lead, mentor, and develop a team of approximately 5–8 accounting professionals.</li><li>Establish priorities, performance expectations, and accountability across the accounting function.</li><li>Build strong working relationships with operational and corporate stakeholders.</li><li>Partner with Finance leadership on reporting enhancements, systems improvements, and special projects.</li></ul>
We are looking for an Entry Level Portfolio Manager to join a banking team in Saint Paul, Minnesota on a Long-term Contract basis. This opportunity is well suited for someone who wants to build hands-on experience in commercial credit, portfolio oversight, and client support within a collaborative community banking environment. The role centers on maintaining loan portfolio quality, assisting with credit-related review activities, and supporting collection and special assets efforts tied to commercial relationships.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage assigned commercial credit relationships by monitoring documentation, tracking follow-up items, and helping keep portfolio records accurate and current.<br>• Partner with lending and credit teams to review financial information, loan structures, and risk considerations so files are prepared for informed decision-making.<br>• Support collection and special assets activities for commercial accounts, including workout situations, recovery efforts, and resolution planning.<br>• Work through delinquent or challenged credits by evaluating collateral positions, coordinating next steps, and helping move matters toward practical outcomes.<br>• Collaborate with attorneys and internal stakeholders on litigation-related account activity, documentation needs, and credit resolution strategies when required.<br>• Serve as a reliable point of contact for clients by addressing questions, coordinating with internal departments, and maintaining strong day-to-day service relationships.<br>• Assist with portfolio reviews, file remediation, reporting tasks, and data cleanup projects to improve overall credit administration and operational consistency.<br>• Contribute to ongoing loan administration support by reviewing agreements, identifying missing items, and helping ensure files align with internal standards and policy expectations.
<p>We are looking for an experienced Tax Manager to join our Client's team in St Paul Minnesota. This position offers the chance to guide client engagements, provide direction to developing staff, and serve as a trusted advisor to businesses and families with complex tax and accounting needs. The role is ideal for someone in public accounting who enjoys combining technical expertise, relationship management, and forward-thinking process improvement. You will play an important part in delivering high-quality client service while contributing to the continued growth of the firm. This position will offer growth to ownership in the future. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead tax engagements for individuals, businesses, and partnerships, ensuring timely and accurate preparation, review, and filing of returns.</p><p>• Provide proactive tax planning and advisory support that helps clients make informed financial and operational decisions.</p><p>• Deliver accounting and business consulting services tailored to the needs of entrepreneurs, established companies, and multi-generational clients.</p><p>• Prepare and review financial statements to support compliance, reporting accuracy, and client decision-making.</p><p>• Oversee payroll and bookkeeping team members by assigning work, reviewing output, and supporting their ongoing development.</p><p>• Build long-term client relationships through responsive communication, dependable service, and a strong understanding of each client’s goals.</p><p>• Mentor staff members by sharing technical knowledge, offering feedback, and encouraging career growth.</p><p>• Identify and support technology-focused improvements that strengthen workflow efficiency and elevate the client experience.</p>
We are looking for a versatile tax specialist to join a family office in Minneapolis, Minnesota, and take a leading role across tax oversight, investment support, and administrative operations. This position is well suited for someone who can move comfortably between detailed technical work and broader cross-functional coordination while maintaining strong judgment and organization. The role offers the opportunity to improve workflows, support portfolio reporting, and manage tax matters for individuals, trusts, partnerships, and related entities.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct the full tax cycle for individuals, trusts, partnerships, and affiliated entities, including planning activities, information gathering, review coordination, issue follow-up, and timely filing completion.<br>• Partner with outside accountants, legal counsel, banks, insurance advisors, investment advisors, and other service providers to keep priorities aligned and deliverables moving forward.<br>• Strengthen internal operations by identifying inefficiencies and implementing better approaches for documentation, reporting, timelines, and handoffs between parties.<br>• Assist with investment operations by preparing and organizing subscription paperwork, transaction support materials, and related records for new commitments.<br>• Maintain accurate portfolio documentation, including diligence materials, investment notes, and performance-related records across a range of holdings.<br>• Contribute to periodic portfolio analysis and reporting by entering, reconciling, and validating data used for performance tracking.<br>• Oversee tax reporting items such as information returns and help monitor matters involving charitable giving, interest expense considerations, and business activity reporting.<br>• Support entity administration and treasury activities, including payment coordination, wire processing, banking confirmations, and cash movement oversight.<br>• Provide assistance with insurance renewal activity by helping review coverage needs and coordinating premium-related processing.
<p>We are looking for an experienced financial reporting leader to oversee public company reporting and technical accounting activities for our healthcare organization in the western Twin Cities. This role will guide the preparation of external filings, strengthen reporting governance, and provide expert direction on complex accounting matters. The ideal candidate brings deep SEC reporting knowledge, strong leadership capability, and the ability to collaborate across finance, legal, and operational teams to support accurate, timely, and compliant disclosures.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct the end-to-end creation, review, and submission of external reporting deliverables, including quarterly and annual filings, current reports, proxy-related disclosures, and earnings release materials.</p><p>• Manage the overall external reporting framework by establishing timelines, maintaining review protocols, enforcing documentation practices, and ensuring all filing obligations are completed on schedule.</p><p>• Assess complex accounting matters and prepare well-supported technical position papers that align with U.S. GAAP and public company reporting requirements.</p><p>• Track emerging accounting guidance and regulatory developments, leading implementation efforts and updating internal reporting practices as needed.</p><p>• Advise finance leadership on accounting policy decisions, disclosure impacts, and reporting considerations tied to significant business activities and transactions.</p><p>• Collaborate with legal, investor relations, FP&A, tax, treasury, stock administration, operations, and other partners to produce consistent and complete external communications.</p><p>• Act as a primary contact for external auditors and outside advisors by coordinating support for filings, accounting analyses, and related disclosure documentation.</p><p>• Prepare and contribute materials for the Audit Committee and Board covering reporting results, key accounting judgments, compliance updates, and control-related matters.</p><p>• Strengthen disclosure controls, compliance procedures, and internal controls connected to external reporting and technical accounting processes.</p><p>• Lead and develop the financial reporting team, promoting high standards of accountability, technical rigor, collaboration, and process improvement.</p>