We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager to oversee and optimize key financial operations within our organization. This role requires a proactive leader who can drive accuracy and efficiency in accounting processes while supporting cross-functional teams. Join us in Wayzata, Minnesota, to contribute to a dynamic and growing company in the food and hospitality industry.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Supervise daily accounting operations, ensuring accuracy in financial transactions such as revenue, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and inventory management.<br>• Manage the complete accounts payable process, including vendor record maintenance and processing payments via various methods such as checks and wires.<br>• Oversee payroll processing for multiple locations, collaborating with HR and operations teams to ensure compliance and precision.<br>• Administer employee expense reimbursement and purchasing card programs, providing training and support to improve efficiency.<br>• Contribute to financial close processes by preparing journal entries, reconciling accounts, and assisting with monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting.<br>• Maintain lease and rent schedules, ensuring timely tracking and payment obligations across operating locations.<br>• Implement and uphold internal controls, standardizing workflows to ensure compliance with company policies.<br>• Collaborate with cross-departmental teams to deliver financial insights and reporting that support operational and strategic goals.<br>• Manage tax-related documentation, including W-9s and 1099s, ensuring timely and accurate submissions.
<p>We are looking for a <strong>Senior Contracts Specialist</strong> to support our client in the software space. This role is hybrid based in Bloomington, MN and provides<strong> long-term, contract employment.</strong></p><p><br></p><p>What you’ll be doing...</p><p>• Coordinates the review and processing of standard contracts that originate in the field including the final execution of the contract document and related placement of documents in Salesforce for reference.</p><p>• Reviews and assesses client contract documents for new services which often require non-routine contract management.</p><p>• Establishes framework for administering non-standard contracts to ensure compliance with contractual terms and conditions, company policies and client expectations.</p><p>• Understands and assesses implications of legal and commercial contract terms on proper revenue recognition criteria.</p><p>• Works closely with Sales, Finance, Legal, and other internal teams in preparing 3rd party contracts related to the company’s sales activities, which includes modifying language in contracts to track company’s established business and legal policies.</p><p>• Independently analyzes unusual contractual requirements and applies knowledge of company policies and procedures to produce contract documents that meet high standards of legal protection.</p><p>• Provides guidance to other Contracts staff as well as the Sales team on contract administration processes.</p><p>• Periodically reviews and assesses vendor/supplier contract documents.</p><p>• Performs other duties, as assigned.</p>
<p>We are looking for a Senior Buyer to join our team in Plymouth, Minnesota. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in reducing costs and ensuring the procurement of high-quality materials by negotiating with suppliers and managing supplier relationships. This position requires a strong understanding of market trends, excellent communication skills, and the ability to effectively oversee procurement processes.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Conduct thorough market research to identify the best suppliers and products.</p><p>• Negotiate pricing contracts and terms.</p><p>• Build and maintain strong relationships with both new and existing suppliers.</p><p>• Monitor and manage supplier performance.</p><p>• Stay informed about industry trends.</p><p>• Prepare detailed pricing quotes by collaborating with suppliers and internal departments.</p><p>• Handle complex procurement scopes.</p>
We are looking for a skilled Inventory Analyst to join our team in Minneapolis, Minnesota, on a Contract to permanent basis. In this role, you will play a vital part in ensuring the accuracy and efficiency of inventory processes while supporting operational systems and supply chain functions. This position offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to a dynamic environment within the wholesale distribution industry.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Analyze and interpret data related to inventory levels, order volumes, and warehouse logistics to provide actionable insights for improving efficiency.<br>• Maintain the integrity and accuracy of inventory data while identifying opportunities for operational enhancements.<br>• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including purchasing, pricing, and warehouse management, to address operational challenges and develop effective solutions.<br>• Utilize system expertise to support and optimize supply chain processes, including procurement and order fulfillment.<br>• Identify areas for cost reduction and operational improvements through detailed data analysis.<br>• Assist in the implementation and utilization of systems such as Infor CloudSuite Distribution, Epicor Prophet21, and NetSuite.<br>• Monitor warehouse operations and provide recommendations for improving picking, packing, and labor utilization.<br>• Support annual inventory audits and physical inventory processes to ensure compliance and accuracy.<br>• Evaluate warehouse management and logistics software to enhance operational performance.<br>• Manage multiple projects and priorities effectively, ensuring timely delivery of results.
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 dedicated Key Account Manager to lead janitorial operations for a major client in St. Paul, Minnesota. This role involves managing a large team, ensuring service excellence, maintaining compliance with contractual obligations, and fostering strong client relationships. The ideal candidate will possess leadership experience in facilities or service management, financial expertise, and a commitment to driving operational improvements.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee recruitment, onboarding, training, and performance management processes for janitorial staff.<br>• Supervise daily operations, ensuring compliance with contracts, safety standards, and client expectations.<br>• Conduct routine inspections of work sites to ensure quality and address any issues promptly.<br>• Maintain regular communication with clients through production meetings to address concerns and provide updates.<br>• Prepare and manage operational reports, including documentation of incidents and accidents.<br>• Develop and implement preventive maintenance programs and strategies to enhance cleaning methods.<br>• Monitor budgets, forecasts, and profit margins, ensuring accurate financial reporting and invoice reconciliation.<br>• Negotiate and manage service contracts to ensure compliance and financial viability.<br>• Act as the primary point of contact for client inquiries, providing timely responses and exceptional service.<br>• Identify opportunities for operational improvements, including staffing efficiency and service quality enhancements.
<p>We are looking for an experienced Accounting Assistant to join our client's team on a contract basis in Woodbury, Minnesota. In this role, you will play a key part in maintaining efficient accounting operations while providing exceptional customer service support. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare and send test reports and invoices to customers within established timelines.</p><p>• Laminate and mail test tags to ensure timely delivery to clients.</p><p>• Process customer requests for sample kits efficiently and ensure proper documentation.</p><p>• Assist with inventory control and purchasing activities as needed.</p><p>• Support accounts payable and receivable processes, including coding and entering invoices.</p><p>• Conduct bank reconciliations and maintain accurate financial records.</p><p>• Utilize QuickBooks and NetSuite for accounting tasks and vendor invoice management.</p><p>• Collaborate with the customer service manager on miscellaneous duties to enhance overall operations.</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 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 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.
