<p>We are looking for an experienced Enterprise Applications Manager to oversee and enhance the organization’s portfolio of enterprise systems within a manufacturing environment. This role requires strong leadership and technical expertise to ensure the seamless operation and optimization of business-critical applications, such as ERP systems, CRM platforms, shop-floor integrations, and reporting tools. The ideal candidate will drive digital transformation, maintain compliance standards, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to support operational excellence.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Develop and implement a strategic roadmap for enterprise applications that aligns with the needs of manufacturing, supply chain, engineering, and commercial operations.</p><p>• Identify and execute opportunities for automation, process improvement, and technology upgrades within production workflows.</p><p>• Administer, enhance, and optimize Infor LN Cloud ERP to support processes such as production planning, inventory management, procurement, and financial integration.</p><p>• Oversee integrations between enterprise systems like Salesforce, shop-floor technologies, and quality management platforms to ensure seamless data flow and operational efficiency.</p><p>• Manage onshore and offshore teams for system development, testing, and deployment while ensuring minimal disruptions to production workflows.</p><p>• Monitor and maintain the performance of shop-floor connected applications, including scanners, terminals, and production interfaces.</p><p>• Ensure the accuracy and consistency of master data across engineering, supply chain, and production systems.</p><p>• Establish and enforce SLAs with offshore vendors, ensuring timely resolution of production-critical issues and alignment with business priorities.</p><p>• Lead root-cause analysis for system issues and implement corrective actions to enhance uptime and reliability.</p><p>• Maintain documentation, training materials, and process maps to support system users and ensure compliance with change control protocols.</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>We are looking for a skilled Planning Specialist to manage distribution and fulfillment processes for Animal Nutrition products. In this role, you will ensure that finished goods are delivered to the correct locations efficiently, utilizing forecasts and collaborating with cross-functional teams. This is a long-term contract position based in Shoreview, Minnesota, offering the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment and contribute to supply chain optimization.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee distribution and shipping processes for finished goods within the Animal Nutrition feed network.</p><p>• Develop and implement inventory strategies to ensure proper deployment and fulfillment of customer demand.</p><p>• Collaborate with supply chain partners to address inventory discrepancies, such as gaps or overages.</p><p>• Analyze data trends to optimize inventory management and reduce aging stock or shortages.</p><p>• Continuously improve deployment processes to enhance customer satisfaction and fulfillment metrics.</p><p>• Coordinate shipments with transportation teams and vendor partners, managing dry van and rail logistics.</p><p>• Adjust safety stock levels based on business requirements and forecasted demand.</p><p>• Communicate effectively with customer service, warehousing, manufacturing, and planning teams to align supply chain operations.</p><p>• Conduct problem-solving activities to resolve issues in inventory and supply chain coordination.</p><p>• Track and monitor shipments to ensure timely delivery and address potential delays proactively.</p>
<p>In this pivotal role, you’ll take charge of managing complex calendars, coordinating high-level meetings, and ensuring seamless execution of day-to-day executive operations. You’ll handle confidential information with exceptional discretion, communicate confidently with stakeholders at all levels, and act as a central hub for information flow across the organization. Ideal candidate brings demonstrated experience preparing presentations, board packets, and other executive-level meeting materials, along with overseeing all logistics for leadership and board meetings—from agenda development to minute-taking and follow-up actions.</p><p> </p><p>This position offers an exciting opportunity to support strategic initiatives, contribute to major projects, and keep the executive team running at peak efficiency. If you thrive in fast-paced environments, love creating order from chaos, and take pride in delivering polished, high-quality work, this role offers an outstanding platform to shine.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage executive calendars, schedule appointments, and organize travel arrangements to ensure efficient time management.</p><p>• Coordinate and plan leadership meetings, board meetings, and company-wide events, including preparing agendas, taking minutes, and managing logistics.</p><p>• Prepare and submit expense reports accurately and in a timely manner.</p><p>• Support special projects by conducting research, compiling data, and collaborating with teams to achieve project goals.</p><p>• Maintain confidentiality while handling sensitive information with professionalism and discretion.</p><p>• Oversee office operations, including inventory management and clerical tasks, to ensure a well-functioning work environment.</p><p>• Develop and create presentations and materials for executive and board meetings.</p><p>• Act as a point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, fostering positive relationships and clear communication.</p><p>• Ensure the accuracy and organization of meeting materials, agendas, and notes.</p><p>• Identify opportunities to streamline processes and improve efficiency in administrative operations.</p>
We are looking for a skilled Accounting Manager to oversee financial operations and ensure accurate reporting in our organization. This role requires a detail-oriented individual who can manage transactional accounting, maintain inventory records, and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate brings expertise in financial processes and thrives in a fast-paced environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct and manage month-end closing procedures to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.<br>• Maintain the integrity of the general ledger by reviewing entries and reconciling accounts regularly.<br>• Coordinate with external auditors to facilitate efficient and accurate financial statement audits.<br>• Perform detailed account reconciliations to validate financial data consistency.<br>• Process journal entries and monitor transaction records to maintain accuracy.<br>• Supervise accounts payable and accounts receivable operations for optimal workflow efficiency.<br>• Collaborate with purchasing, warehouse, and operations teams to oversee inventory accounting processes.<br>• Utilize QuickBooks and other financial tools to streamline accounting procedures and reporting.<br>• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance overall operational efficiency.<br>• Generate financial reports and provide insights to assist organizational decision-making.
<p>We are looking for an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist to join our client's team in Circle Pines, Minnesota. This is a long-term contract position that offers an opportunity to contribute to the efficiency and accuracy of our accounts payable operations. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate effectively across departments.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage the full cycle accounts payable process, including coding, processing inventory and non-inventory bills, and reconciling accounts.</p><p>• Process inventory bills and credit memos with a strong understanding of debits and credits.</p><p>• Prepare and execute weekly payment runs and proposals, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.</p><p>• Perform account reconciliations to maintain financial accuracy and resolve discrepancies.</p><p>• Collaborate closely with supply chain and warehouse teams to address inquiries and ensure smooth operations.</p><p>• Utilize analytical skills to identify and solve problems related to accounts payable.</p><p>• Sort and manage incoming invoices and correspondence to ensure efficient workflow.</p><p>• Use Microsoft Excel tools, such as pivot tables and vlookups, to organize and analyze data.</p><p>• Assist with check runs, wire transfers, and other payment processing tasks when required.</p><p><br></p><p>*Please note that all candidates are required to provide 2 recent supervisor or manager references in order to be considered for employment.</p><p> </p><p>Please submit your resume and call 651-293-3973 for review and consideration.</p>
We are 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 detail-oriented Supply Chain Buyer to join our client's team in Shoreview, Minnesota. In this role, you will manage procurement processes, monitor supplier performance, and ensure timely delivery of materials to support production schedules. This is a long-term contract position offering the opportunity to contribute to optimizing supply chain operations and building strong supplier relationships.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Issue purchase orders in alignment with company policies and material requirements.</p><p>• Oversee approval processes for purchase orders and verify supplier terms.</p><p>• Expedite orders and materials to align with production and operational schedules.</p><p>• Monitor supplier performance to ensure adherence to quality standards, delivery timelines, and pricing agreements.</p><p>• Resolve supplier-related issues, such as delays or non-compliance, escalating matters when necessary.</p><p>• Collaborate with internal teams to address material shortages and support production needs.</p><p>• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to foster consistent performance.</p><p>• Analyze supply chain data to identify trends, inefficiencies, and opportunities for improvement.</p><p>• Generate reports on supplier performance, inventory levels, and order statuses.</p><p>• Support supply chain optimization efforts, including cost reduction and efficiency improvements.</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 to fill an Event Logistics position on a long-term contract basis in Golden Valley. This role involves managing the setup and takedown of meeting spaces, ensuring that events run smoothly and efficiently. You will play a key role in enhancing operational efficiency and delivering a high-quality experience for attendees across various programs and events.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Organize and oversee the setup and takedown of meeting spaces, including arranging furniture, technology, and materials.</p><p>• Coordinate with internal teams to ensure all event requirements are met, including seating arrangements and branded materials.</p><p>• Prepare meeting spaces by placing items such as folders, pens, name tags, and water at each seat.</p><p>• Conduct AV checks and troubleshoot technical issues to ensure seamless presentations.</p><p>• Manage schedules and timelines for events, ensuring no disruptions to employee productivity.</p><p>• Collaborate with other departments to support program expansions and additional events.</p><p>• Ensure the cleanliness and readiness of meeting spaces before and after each event.</p><p>• Assist in managing operable walls and other movable components in conference rooms.</p><p>• Maintain inventory of event materials and order supplies as needed.</p><p>• Provide administrative support to enhance the overall quality and standard of events.</p>
