<p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Accountant to join our team in Saint Paul, Minnesota. This position is responsible for managing payroll and commission activities while contributing to accounting support, compliance efforts, and financial reporting. The ideal candidate brings strong accuracy, sound judgment, and the ability to work effectively with employees, sales teams, leadership, and external partners.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Administer bi-weekly multi-state payroll with a high degree of accuracy and ensure employees are paid on schedule.</p><p>• Maintain payroll records and update employee information within the payroll system to keep data current and reliable.</p><p>• Coordinate payroll-related funding and deductions, including retirement contributions, benefit-related payments, and other authorized withholdings.</p><p>• Prepare and submit required payroll tax filings and unemployment reports in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.</p><p>• Calculate sales commissions, produce payment summaries, and distribute statements to sales representatives in a timely manner.</p><p>• Reconcile payroll and commission transactions, prepare supporting schedules, and post journal entries to the general ledger.</p><p>• Assist with month-end and year-end close by preparing accruals, account reconciliations, and reporting packages for management.</p><p>• Support audit readiness by organizing year-end payroll documentation, coordinating materials for benefit plan audits, and resolving discrepancies.</p><p>• Respond to payroll and commission questions from employees and internal stakeholders while helping improve reporting processes and internal controls.</p>
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to join our team. In this role, you will help drive accurate financial reporting, support critical close activities, and provide analytical insight that strengthens accounting operations across the business. This position is well suited for an organized individual who can manage complex accounting work, communicate effectively with stakeholders, and contribute to continuous process improvement.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual close activities to ensure financial results are recorded completely, accurately, and on schedule.<br>• Prepare and review journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules for general ledger accounts and other assigned financial areas.<br>• Analyze complex financial information, identify unusual variances or unfavorable trends, and recommend practical actions to reduce financial risk or improve results.<br>• Handle intercompany balancing activities, account settlements, and other accounting tasks needed to maintain accurate financial records.<br>• Assist in producing internal financial reports, external statements, regulatory filings, and tax-related documentation as required.<br>• Contribute to special assignments such as financial studies, ad hoc reporting, process improvement efforts, and testing related to system enhancements or upgrades.<br>• Serve as a resource to business partners by clarifying accounting treatment, resolving work order or reporting questions, and providing updates on ongoing deliverables.<br>• Develop presentations, schedules, statistical summaries, and other materials for management or external audiences.<br>• Monitor changes in applicable accounting, regulatory, and reporting requirements and apply that knowledge to day-to-day work.<br>• Provide guidance or informal training to team members when needed.
<p>We are looking for an experienced Financial Reporting Senior Manager to lead external and regulatory reporting activities for a financial services organization in Twin Cities, Minnesota. This role will guide the preparation of accurate, timely filings, strengthen reporting controls, and serve as a trusted advisor on accounting and disclosure matters. The ideal candidate brings deep knowledge of financial and regulatory reporting, sound technical accounting judgment, and a proven ability to lead teams in a deadline-driven environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead the planning, preparation, and final review of recurring external and regulatory filings, ensuring submissions are complete, accurate, and delivered on schedule.</p><p>• Direct the production and review of various regulatory reports, capital-related schedules, and other required filings, with close attention to consistency across disclosures.</p><p>• Partner with finance, accounting, and business stakeholders to gather supporting data, resolve reporting issues, and maintain a high standard of quality for published information.</p><p>• Evaluate monthly and quarterly reporting schedules for internal and external use, and contribute to special projects involving technical accounting research, financial analysis, and peer disclosure comparisons.</p><p>• Review and authorize selected journal entries, confirming appropriate support, accurate accounting treatment, and adherence to internal control expectations.</p><p>• Advise on the financial reporting implications of enterprise initiatives, new products, and complex transactions, helping teams apply accounting guidance and implement related reporting requirements.</p><p>• Develop, enhance, and monitor internal controls over financial reporting, and coordinate with audit teams to support efficient and timely reviews.</p><p>• Provide day-to-day leadership to reporting staff by assigning priorities, reviewing workpapers and documentation, and coaching the team to meet critical deadlines.</p><p>• Communicate reporting conclusions, regulatory considerations, and accounting impacts clearly to leadership and cross-functional partners.</p>
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to join our team in Saint Paul, Minnesota. This role is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, supporting the monthly close cycle, and helping ensure compliance with accounting standards and internal controls. The ideal candidate will bring strong general ledger expertise, sound judgment, and the ability to collaborate across departments to strengthen financial reporting and process efficiency.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage monthly accounting activities to deliver accurate profit and loss statements and balance sheet reporting in accordance with applicable standards and company guidelines.<br>• Complete period-end close tasks, including preparing and reviewing reconciliations for general ledger and balance sheet accounts.<br>• Create, post, and maintain journal entries with appropriate support and attention to accuracy.<br>• Partner with external auditors by organizing schedules, compiling supporting documents, and responding to audit-related questions during the annual review process.<br>• Contribute to tax filing support and help maintain compliance with regulatory and internal reporting requirements.<br>• Develop and refine accounting procedures and documentation to improve consistency, transparency, and team knowledge.<br>• Analyze financial data for accuracy and dependability so leadership can make informed business decisions.<br>• Participate in cross-functional initiatives, including process enhancements and system improvement efforts, to increase efficiency and effectiveness.<br>• Act as a technical accounting resource for complex transactions and collaborate with operations and finance partners to resolve issues and strengthen workflows.
<p>Robert Half's Contract Finance & Accounting team in Minneapolis is looking for a Senior Accountant for a contract 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><p> </p><p>Role & Responsibilities</p><p> </p><p>· Execute monthly accounting close procedures and deliverables primarily in the compensation area (journal entries, reconciliations, reports)</p><p>· Prepare monthly consolidated P& L and Balance Sheet flux analysis for management reporting</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>· Assist in coordinating quarterly reviews and SOX testing with internal and external auditors</p><p>· Prepare Balance Sheet account reconciliations</p><p>· Dedication to continuously improve the automation of the accounting and reporting process</p><p>· Participate in various department-wide initiatives</p><p>Ad-hoc projects as necessary</p>
<p>We are looking for a Grant Accountant to join a mission-driven organization in West St. Paul, Minnesota on a Long-term Contract basis. This role supports day-to-day financial operations tied to grants, billing, and compliance while providing dependable administrative and accounting assistance across the team. The position is best suited for someone who is comfortable managing multiple priorities, communicating with funding partners, and working accurately in cloud-based accounting platforms. An on-site presence of three days per week is expected.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage grant-related accounting activities, including billing support, receivables, payables, and routine financial record maintenance.</p><p>• Coordinate with grant funders to address documentation needs, approvals, reporting expectations, and ongoing compliance matters.</p><p>• Assist with regulatory obligations such as compliance tracking, revalidation tasks, and related financial documentation.</p><p>• Process accounting transactions in a web-based system such as Aplos, QuickBooks, or a comparable platform while maintaining data accuracy.</p><p>• Support waiver billing and other grant-funded payment activities to help ensure timely and correct submission of financial information.</p><p>• Prepare payroll-related journal entries, complete account reconciliations, and contribute to month-to-month accounting support functions.</p><p>• Provide administrative support for grant projects by organizing records, monitoring deadlines, and helping maintain required documentation.</p><p>• Use Excel to manage data imports, exports, and financial support files that aid reporting and accounting workflows.</p><p>• Contribute to accounting process setup and operational improvements as needed within the scope of daily finance support.</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 Sr. Accountant to join a growing accounting team in Bloomington, Minnesota on a Long-term Contract basis. This position will support core accounting operations while providing strong general ledger oversight, improving reporting visibility, and helping maintain accurate financial records across day-to-day activities. The ideal candidate brings a hands-on approach to month-end work, reconciliations, and journal entries, along with the judgment to identify process improvements and support broader accounting needs.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage general ledger activities and maintain accurate financial records across accounts payable, accounts receivable, banking, and related accounting areas.<br>• Prepare and post journal entries, complete account reconciliations, and support a timely and accurate month-end close process.<br>• Perform bank reconciliations and investigate variances by reviewing supporting documentation and resolving outstanding items.<br>• Generate financial and operational reports from available systems and spreadsheets to improve visibility into account activity and aging balances.<br>• Assist with payment processing and respond to customer-related financial inquiries as part of daily accounting operations.<br>• Support the development and tracking of accruals, including helping establish payroll accrual processes for future reporting periods.<br>• Contribute to improvements in reporting accuracy, reconciliation workflows, and overall accounting controls using tools such as Oracle Fusion and Excel.<br>• Partner with accounting leadership to provide both hands-on execution and broader insight into process gaps, priorities, and opportunities for team growth.<br>• Participate in accounting-related system and process changes as needed, including support for evolving workflows and reporting practices.
<p>We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to join a real estate development organization in Minneapolis, Minnesota. This position plays a key role in producing reliable financial information, supporting reporting across multiple entities, and helping maintain strong compliance and control standards. The ideal candidate brings a solid background in month-end close, reconciliations, and financial statement preparation, along with the ability to analyze results and partner with internal teams and external stakeholders.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Drive monthly, quarterly, and annual close activities, ensuring deadlines are met and internal reporting is completed accurately.</p><p>• Prepare and evaluate journal entries, financial statements, and supporting reconciliations for multiple fund and property-related entities.</p><p>• Reconcile bank activity and balance sheet accounts each month, researching and resolving discrepancies in a timely manner.</p><p>• Coordinate year-end audit support and assemble documentation needed for external audit and tax service providers.</p><p>• Review accounting information received from third-party property managers and verify completeness, accuracy, and adherence to reporting expectations.</p><p>• Examine third-party financial records for compliance-related items, including rental assistance activity and other required controls.</p><p>• Apply accounting policies and internal control procedures to maintain accurate books and compliance with organizational and regulatory standards.</p><p>• Perform financial analysis and deliver ad hoc reporting to support leadership, asset management, and other business partners.</p><p>• Interpret legal, lending, and partnership agreements to determine appropriate accounting treatment and monitor covenant-related reporting obligations.</p><p>• Assist with administration of internal notes, intercompany receivable and payable activity, and ownership record maintenance across fund structures.</p><p><br></p><p>An ideal candidate will have 3-5+ years of experience in corporate accounting supporting a Fund Controller with duties related to REIT accounting in a multi-entity organization, and have exposure to consolidations. Experience outside of core property accounting is required, in addition to strong MS Excel skills. </p><p><br></p><p>Beginning pay for this role is $90-120k, depending on qualifications and years of experience. This role offers paid parking at a secure, nearby, covered parking ramp, and full benefits including health, dental, vision, 401k with match, and PTO. If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please apply directly for immediate consideration.</p>
We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to join a growing manufacturing company in Minnesota. This position is part of a collaborative accounting team and offers the opportunity to contribute to core corporate accounting activities in a public company environment. The role is well suited for someone who is detail-oriented and enjoys ownership of the general ledger, monthly reporting cycles, and process-driven financial accuracy while working in a stable schedule.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage key elements of the monthly close process and help ensure financial results are completed accurately and on schedule.<br>• Prepare and post journal entries, maintain general ledger activity, and support the integrity of financial records across reporting periods.<br>• Perform account reconciliations and investigate variances to resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.<br>• Complete bank reconciliations and verify cash-related transactions to support accurate balance sheet reporting.<br>• Apply U.S. GAAP standards in day-to-day accounting work and assist with maintaining compliance across financial processes.<br>• Support corporate accounting operations within a public company setting, including documentation and internal control activities related to SOX requirements.<br>• Partner with the accounting manager and team members to improve reporting quality, strengthen processes, and support continued business growth.
We are looking for a Staff Accountant to support the financial operations of a business with restaurant and real estate activities in Vadnais Heights, Minnesota. This role focuses on maintaining accurate records, reviewing daily transactions, and helping ensure timely reporting across core accounting functions. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical skills, careful attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage incoming invoices, payment activity, and cash disbursements while maintaining accurate accounting records.<br>• Handle customer billing and collections processes, ensuring receivables are tracked and resolved in a timely manner.<br>• Complete regular bank reconciliations and investigate discrepancies to support reliable financial reporting.<br>• Review prepaid expenses and accrued balances, prepare journal entries, and record adjustments as needed.<br>• Monitor inventory-related accounting activity and help maintain accurate valuation and reporting.<br>• Partner with an external payroll provider to submit payroll information and support accurate processing.<br>• Assist with employee onboarding administration and maintain organized HR profile records in company systems.<br>• Contribute to monthly closing activities by preparing reconciliations, entries, and supporting schedules.<br>• Provide support for year-end reporting and related closing requirements, including financial documentation preparation.
<p>Robert Half is currently looking for a Staff Accountant for a large corporation in St. Paul. The staff accountant is responsible for applying generally accepted accounting principles and procedures to analyze financial information, prepare accurate and timely financial reports and statements and ensure appropriate accounting control procedures.</p><p> </p><p>Duties/Responsibilities:</p><p>- Compile and analyze financial information to prepare financial statements including monthly, quarterly and annual accounts</p><p>- Ensure financial records are maintained in compliance with accepted policies and procedures</p><p>- Provide assistance and training to accounting staff</p><p>- Make certain all financial reporting deadlines are met</p><p>- Ensure accurate and timely monthly, quarterly and year end close processes</p><p>- Resolve accounting discrepancies and irregularities</p><p>- Assist in financial audits and coordination of the audit process</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>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> </p><p>Role & Responsibilities:</p><p> </p><p>· Perform month-end close including preparing complex journal entries and account reconciliations, prepaid expenses and payroll</p><p>· Prepare monthly balance sheet and income statement analysis for management reporting</p><p>· Assist in the month-end, quarter-end and year-end closing process including monthly financial close workbook preparation</p><p>· Maintain fixed asset ledger, depreciation, and reconciliations</p><p>· In-depth experience with month-end balance sheet account reconciliations</p>
<p>We are looking for a Cost Accountant to join a manufacturing organization in Woodbury, Minnesota on a contract-to-permanent basis. In this role, you will help strengthen financial accuracy by supporting inventory accounting, product costing, and month-end close activities in a fast-paced production environment. You will collaborate with teams across operations, engineering, materials, and production to ensure cost data is reliable and reporting supports sound business decisions.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Review inventory activity, reconcile balances, and research variances to resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.</p><p>• Participate in physical inventory counts and cycle count reviews, then assess gains, losses, and adjustment trends.</p><p>• Support the setup and maintenance of product costing data to help keep item records and cost structures accurate.</p><p>• Maintain standard cost information within company systems and assist with updates to cost-related master data.</p><p>• Contribute to annual cost roll processes, including preparing data files and validating uploaded information.</p><p>• Prepare journal entries and provide accounting support during monthly close to ensure deadlines are met.</p><p>• Analyze manufacturing and inventory variances, then summarize findings in clear financial reports for stakeholders.</p><p>• Partner with operations, engineering, materials, and production teams to improve inventory accuracy and strengthen reporting processes.</p><p>• Assist with process improvements and contribute to special accounting projects as business needs evolve.</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 a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join a growing manufacturing organization in Minnesota. This role is ideal for an accounting specialist who enjoys balancing day-to-day transactional work with month-end support, reconciliations, and process improvement. You will play an important part in keeping financial records accurate, supporting reporting needs, and collaborating with internal teams to resolve accounting issues in a timely manner.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee routine accounting activities and provide day-to-day support across accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger functions.<br>• Prepare and complete balance sheet reconciliations, investigate variances, and resolve discrepancies in line with company accounting standards.<br>• Support cash management activities by tracking account activity and assisting with cash flow monitoring and related reporting.<br>• Maintain fixed asset records by processing additions, disposals, and adjustments while ensuring supporting documentation is complete and properly filed.<br>• Assist with month-end and year-end close processes, including recording journal entries and preparing accruals for freight, inventory in transit, and accounts payable.<br>• Review customer credits, post incoming payments and credit memos, and help ensure receivable balances are recorded accurately.<br>• Reconcile vendor and inventory-related invoices, enter financial data into accounting systems, and maintain organized vendor records.<br>• Prepare recurring and ad hoc financial reports and provide accounting backup coverage when needed across the department.<br>• Collaborate with colleagues, leadership, and external contacts to address accounting questions, improve workflows, and support audit activities.
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join a business services organization in Plymouth, Minnesota. This position supports daily accounting operations with a strong focus on cash application, collections activity, and accounts payable accuracy, while also contributing to month-end close and financial reporting. The ideal candidate brings broad accounting knowledge, strong Excel skills, and the ability to work across multiple financial processes with accuracy and consistency.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Apply customer payments accurately and promptly while resolving account discrepancies and helping release orders placed on hold due to outstanding balances.<br>• Review customer account activity, monitor overdue receivables, and assess credit information to support sound credit decisions and reporting.<br>• Process vendor invoices using three-way matching to confirm proper documentation, pricing, and receipt before payment is issued.<br>• Prepare payment support for check runs by organizing selected invoices and verifying them against corresponding disbursements.<br>• Identify and record accounts payable accruals to support an accurate and timely month-end close process.<br>• Assist the Controller with close activities by preparing journal entries, completing reconciliations, and analyzing financial data.<br>• Use Excel to organize, interpret, and report accounting information in a way that supports operational and financial decision-making.<br>• Follow established accounting controls and procedures while recommending practical improvements that enhance efficiency and accuracy.<br>• Provide cross-functional support across accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, and other accounting duties as business needs require.
<p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support core accounting activities and help maintain accurate financial records for the organization in St. Paul, Minnesota. This position plays an important role in day-to-day financial operations, including transaction processing, account analysis, and compliance with established accounting standards. The ideal candidate brings strong experience across general ledger work, reconciliations, and both payables and receivables, along with the ability to identify improvements that strengthen efficiency and reporting.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Maintain and review financial records to ensure transactions are accurate, complete, and properly documented.</p><p>• Evaluate operational financial data, including payment activity and reporting details, to support informed business decisions.</p><p>• Conduct audit-related reviews and verify that accounting practices align with applicable standards and internal controls.</p><p>• Manage accounts payable activities by preparing and processing disbursements through checks, wire transfers, and ACH payments.</p><p>• Oversee accounts receivable balances by monitoring statements, tracking outstanding invoices, and following up on collections.</p><p>• Record incoming customer payments received through checks, wires, and ACH transactions, and apply them accurately to bank deposits.</p><p>• Recommend and implement process enhancements that improve accounting workflows and overall financial efficiency.</p><p>• Prepare summaries of financial results, highlight notable trends, and communicate findings to management.</p><p>• Investigate account variances and share clear explanations with the appropriate team members to support timely resolution.</p>
We are looking for a Cost Accountant to support a stone, glass, and concrete manufacturing operation in Mendota Heights, Minnesota. This Contract position will focus on evaluating production costs, maintaining accurate standard costing, and delivering financial insight that supports operational decision-making. The ideal candidate brings strong experience in manufacturing cost accounting and can work effectively with both finance and plant teams to improve cost visibility and reporting accuracy.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Analyze manufacturing costs, including materials, labor, and overhead, to identify trends and explain variances.<br>• Maintain and update standard cost records to reflect current production methods, pricing, and operational inputs.<br>• Prepare recurring and ad hoc cost reports that help leadership assess product profitability and plant performance.<br>• Partner with operations and finance stakeholders to review inventory valuation, cost allocations, and margin results.<br>• Investigate differences between actual and expected costs and recommend actions to strengthen cost control.<br>• Support month-end close activities related to inventory, cost of goods sold, and manufacturing accounting entries.<br>• Assist with process improvements and, when needed, contribute to accounting-related changes affecting costing workflows.<br>• Ensure cost data is complete, reliable, and aligned with internal reporting requirements and accounting practices.
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our team in Saint Paul, Minnesota. In this role, you will oversee core accounts receivable activities, help maintain accurate financial records, and support healthy cash flow through timely follow-up and reconciliation. You will work closely with internal stakeholders and clients to address billing questions, resolve account issues, and provide insight into receivables performance.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee day-to-day receivables activity by tracking customer balances, reviewing aging data, and driving timely follow-up on unpaid invoices.<br>• Evaluate new customer accounts for completeness and accuracy, and coordinate with internal partners to resolve setup issues or missing information.<br>• Verify incoming funds across payment channels, including checks, card payments, lockbox transactions, and deposits, to protect revenue accuracy.<br>• Post and apply payments correctly while researching exceptions such as unapplied cash, partial payments, credits, and remittance gaps.<br>• Reconcile accounts receivable records and maintain accurate transaction detail within the company’s accounting platform.<br>• Review payment patterns and delinquency trends to identify collection risk and recommend practical next steps.<br>• Partner with project accounting, finance, and operations teams to investigate billing discrepancies and bring accounts to resolution.<br>• Prepare reconciliations, reporting support, and account documentation for month-end close, receivables analysis, and management review.<br>• Communicate professionally with clients regarding open balances, invoice concerns, payment status, and account reconciliation matters.<br>• Assist with bad debt review, allowance analysis, write-off recommendations, and adherence to internal controls and accounting standards.
<p>Robert Half has an immediate need for an Entry Level Accountant. In this position, your responsibilities will include data entry, financial statement review, and work heavily in Excel. You will report to the Accounting Manager of a dynamic team and have the potential for career growth. This temporary / contract to hire position is located in New Brighton, MN, and is a perfect foot-in-the-door opportunity to start your career in accounting!</p><p> </p><p>Your responsibilities</p><p>- Reconcile and balance general ledger accounts</p><p>- Carrying out other related duties and participating in special projects as assigned</p><p>- Perform data entry</p><p>- Helping with audit fieldwork for both operational and financial audits</p><p>- Analyzing and adjusting account discrepancies</p><p>- Put together monthly journal entries</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>
<p>We are looking for a Cost Accountant to join a manufacturing organization in Minnesota. This role supports financial accuracy across inventory, production costing, and reporting activities, helping the business understand cost drivers and maintain strong controls. The ideal candidate will bring a solid foundation in cost accounting within a manufacturing environment and the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee inventory cost records by maintaining accurate item data, product structures, bills of materials, routings, and related master information used for costing and reporting.</p><p>• Analyze inventory valuation, production performance, freight expense, material pricing, and manufacturing variances to identify trends and explain cost movements.</p><p>• Establish and update standard costs while supporting monthly cost allocations and validating accounting close activities tied to inventory and production.</p><p>• Partner with internal teams on new product setup, item changes, and discontinued products to ensure master data remains consistent and reliable across the organization.</p><p>• Prepare and reconcile sales and use tax filings on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis in compliance with applicable regulations.</p><p>• Support physical inventory counts and cycle count programs by investigating discrepancies, documenting findings, and recommending corrective actions.</p><p>• Conduct regular reviews of inventory and costing data to confirm completeness, accuracy, and adherence to internal standards and procedures.</p><p>• Visit manufacturing locations periodically to gain insight into production workflows, evaluate cost drivers, and improve costing precision.</p><p>• Create and maintain process documentation for inventory controls, item setup, product costing, tax-related activities, and trading partner onboarding support.</p><p>• Build strong working relationships with colleagues, suppliers, and customers while resolving issues promptly and maintaining a high standard in all communications.</p><p><br></p><p>We offer a full suite of benefits including PTO, Medical, and Dental. </p>
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support accounts receivable and core accounting activities for our team in Maple Lake, Minnesota. This position plays an important role in maintaining accurate customer billing, tracking incoming payments, and assisting with month-end financial tasks. The ideal candidate brings strong organizational skills, sound judgment when resolving account issues, and a solid foundation in general ledger and reconciliation work.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process and record incoming customer payments accurately, ensuring receivable transactions are posted and validated in a timely manner.<br>• Prepare customer invoices in line with company billing standards and distribute them to clients with appropriate supporting details.<br>• Maintain account records by updating customer information such as business name changes, mailing contacts, and other profile revisions.<br>• Compile account status reports and provide timely updates on receivables activity when requested by leadership or internal stakeholders.<br>• Investigate payment discrepancies, overdue balances, and billing concerns in coordination with collections and accounting team members.<br>• Support monthly invoicing activities by helping generate billing statements using general ledger information.<br>• Assist with monthly reconciliation of revenue-related accounts to help ensure financial records are complete and accurate.<br>• Organize, file, and retrieve accounts receivable documentation to support daily operations, audit readiness, and internal recordkeeping.<br>• Communicate account or customer record changes to relevant employees so downstream processes remain accurate and up to date.
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our team in Eden Prairie, Minnesota. This role supports core accounting operations, helps maintain accurate financial records, and contributes to timely reporting across the organization. The ideal candidate is comfortable working across multiple accounting functions, collaborating with internal stakeholders, and stepping in where needed to keep financial processes running smoothly.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Record and reconcile incoming payments from cash, checks, electronic transfers, and other sources to ensure complete and accurate accounting records.<br>• Prepare bank deposits and organize supporting documentation so transactions are properly tracked and easily verified.<br>• Provide cross-functional support for accounts payable activities, payment processing, credit card administration, and vendor file maintenance.<br>• Create journal entries and perform reconciliations for bank accounts, credit cards, investments, restricted funds, and other balance sheet accounts.<br>• Assist with monthly and annual close activities, including audit preparation and support for external financial reviews.<br>• Develop budget-to-actual analyses and other financial reports for organizational leaders and program managers.<br>• Offer backup assistance for payroll administration, benefit-related deductions, and required compliance reporting.<br>• Help maintain donor contribution records, issue related statements, and support accounting for restricted gifts and designated funds.<br>• Organize grant records and assist with reporting, audit requests, and compliance documentation tied to funding requirements.<br>• Contribute to budgeting, forecasting, process improvements, and coverage of essential accounting responsibilities as needed.
<p>We are looking for an accomplished Principal Accountant to join a non-profit organization in Minneapolis, Minnesota on a Long-term Contract basis. This role will provide senior-level accounting support by overseeing critical close activities, producing reliable financial information, and strengthening day-to-day accounting operations. The position is best suited for a self-directed, detail-oriented individual who can adapt quickly, work effectively in a large enterprise environment, and contribute immediate value across complex accounting functions.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead key month-end close tasks to help ensure financial results are completed accurately, thoroughly, and within established reporting timelines.</p><p>• Prepare and review journal entries, accruals, reconciliations, and supporting schedules to maintain the integrity of the general ledger.</p><p>• Analyze account activity and reporting variances, identify discrepancies, and resolve issues that may affect financial statement accuracy.</p><p>• Operate independently within existing accounting workflows and systems, learning organizational processes quickly and requiring minimal oversight.</p><p>• Support accounting activities tied to Oracle Fusion, including issue investigation, process refinement, and alignment of reporting needs with system capabilities.</p><p>• Partner with finance, technology, and project stakeholders to confirm accounting requirements are reflected appropriately in the Record to Report workstream.</p><p>• Assist with process validation, testing coordination, readiness activities, and problem resolution related to the Oracle platform transformation.</p><p>• Maintain clear documentation of procedures, open items, and key decisions to enable continuity and effective knowledge transfer throughout the engagement.</p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to join a dynamic manufacturing business in the SW Metro of Minneapolis. This position offers broad exposure across core accounting, financial analysis, compliance, and operational support, making it ideal for someone who enjoys working across multiple areas of finance. The right candidate brings strong analytical ability, sound judgment, and the organizational skills needed to succeed in a deadline-driven environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Support the monthly close process by preparing entries, reviewing account activity, and helping deliver timely financial statements and internal reporting.</p><p>• Analyze financial and operational information to identify trends, explain performance, and provide useful insight to leadership.</p><p>• Assist with annual planning activities and year-end audit preparation by organizing schedules, documentation, and supporting analyses.</p><p>• Oversee accounts receivable activities, including invoicing, payment tracking, collection efforts, and reconciliation of customer balances.</p><p>• Investigate overdue accounts and partner with customers as well as internal teams to resolve billing questions and outstanding discrepancies.</p><p>• Reconcile daily banking transactions and confirm that deposit activity is accurately recorded in the accounting system.</p><p>• Maintain work order records and coordinate job-related accounting details with production and costing processes.</p><p>• Provide cross-functional support in accounts payable, payroll administration, and indirect tax compliance as business needs require.</p><p>• Uphold internal control standards and maintain accurate records aligned with regulated manufacturing and aerospace documentation expectations.</p>
Our client is seeking a Senior Accountant for a 6 – 10 month contract engagement to support a growing organization that is investing in the future of its accounting and shared services functions. This is an opportunity for a hands-on accounting professional who enjoys not only executing core accounting responsibilities but also helping improve processes, strengthen controls, and build a scalable foundation for the future.<br><br>They are looking for someone who can bring a fresh perspective and help establish best practices while partnering with a collaborative team.<br><br>Key Responsibilities<br>Lead and support month-end and year-end close activities, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting<br>Prepare and review journal entries, accruals, and supporting schedules<br>Perform and review complex account reconciliations, identifying and resolving discrepancies<br>Serve as a key reviewer and quality-control resource for accounting transactions, reconciliations, and close processes<br>Generate, analyze, and distribute financial and operational reports for leadership<br>Assist in developing payroll accrual processes and related accounting procedures<br>Identify opportunities to improve reporting, reconciliations, and close efficiencies<br>Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on accounting controls, process standardization, and operational effectiveness<br>Partner with leadership to help build a stronger accounting and shared services environment<br><br>Qualifications<br>Required<br>5+ years of progressive accounting experience<br>Strong understanding of GAAP and month-end close processes<br>Experience preparing journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations<br>Advanced problem-solving and analytical skills<br>Intermediate to Advanced Excel skills, including:<br>Pivot Tables<br>VLOOKUPs/XLOOKUPs<br>Data analysis and reporting<br>Ability to work independently and identify process improvement opportunities<br><br>Preferred<br>Oracle Fusion experience<br>Experience working in an S-Corporation environment<br>Familiarity with Salesforce CRM<br>Experience with reconciliation tools such as ARCS (Account Reconciliation Cloud Service) or Blackline<br>Exposure to reporting tools such as Power BI<br>Prior experience helping improve accounting operations or shared services processes<br><br>If you are interested in learning more about this opportunity, please reach out to Robert Half.