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.
We are looking for an experienced Controller to join a dynamic nonprofit organization based in Minneapolis, Minnesota. This role offers the opportunity to oversee financial operations while contributing to the organization's community-driven mission. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in nonprofit accounting and a proven ability to manage financial processes efficiently.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee all aspects of the organization's financial operations, ensuring accuracy and compliance with applicable regulations.<br>• Manage the month-end close process, including preparing financial statements and reconciling accounts.<br>• Supervise and mentor one team member, supporting their growth and ensuring effective collaboration.<br>• Handle full-cycle accounting tasks, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll management.<br>• Utilize QuickBooks to maintain accurate financial records and streamline reporting processes.<br>• Ensure compliance with nonprofit accounting standards and practices.<br>• Collaborate with leadership to create and manage budgets that align with organizational goals.<br>• Provide financial insights and analysis to support strategic decision-making.<br>• Assist with the transition to a new office space, ensuring financial resources are allocated appropriately.<br>• Work closely with external auditors to facilitate annual audits and ensure transparency.
<p>We are looking for an experienced Senior Director of Tax to lead our client's Corporate Tax Department. In this growing financial institution, you will oversee the development and implementation of tax strategies that optimize the organization's effective tax rate while ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations. This position offers the opportunity to manage a skilled team, shape tax policies, and drive operational efficiency within a dynamic financial institution environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Develop and implement tax planning strategies to minimize the company's effective tax rate and align with industry benchmarks.</p><p>• Oversee the preparation and accuracy of income tax provisions, footnotes, and filings for federal and state taxes.</p><p>• Manage and mentor a multi-member tax team to maximize efficiency and ensure the successful completion of all departmental tasks.</p><p>• Monitor and ensure compliance with federal and state tax laws, particularly those affecting financial institutions.</p><p>• Advise executive management on tax implications of business operations, transactions, and changes in tax legislation.</p><p>• Ensure the timely and accurate filing of over multiple state income tax returns, federal tax returns, and miscellaneous filings including sales and use tax, property tax, and customer withholding.</p><p>• Collaborate with external consultants to address complex tax issues and optimize departmental outcomes.</p><p>• Evaluate and implement strategies to improve tax reporting processes and maintain compliance with accounting standards.</p><p>• Provide insights into future effective tax rate expectations and recommend adjustments to financial strategies.</p><p>• Maintain thorough documentation and reporting to support audits and regulatory reviews.</p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Controller to join a fast-growing organization in the West Metro. In this role, you will oversee key aspects of financial operations, ensuring accuracy and compliance in accounting processes. This position offers an opportunity to collaborate across departments and contribute to the development of efficient financial systems.</p><p><br></p><p>This opportunity comes with full benefits including medical, dental/vision, life insurance, PTO, discretionary bonus, hybrid work schedule, and much more!</p><p><br></p><p>If interested or you would like to have a private conversation about this opportunity, please reach out on LinkedIn @ Jordan Docken.</p>
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 seeking a motivated Senior Accountant to join our growing team and play a key role in supporting the company’s financial operations. This position offers the opportunity to work hands-on across a wide range of accounting functions, including month-end and year-end close, general ledger reconciliations, journal entries, financial statement preparation, and audit support. The Senior Accountant will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, assist with process improvements, and ensure accurate and timely financial reporting in accordance with company policies and applicable accounting standards. This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional who enjoys variety, values detail and accuracy, and is looking to continue developing their skills in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.</p><p><br></p><p>If interested or you would like to have a private conversation about this opportunity, please reach out on LinkedIn @ Jordan Docken. </p>
<p>Our client is a well-established, privately held company in the <strong>mechanical and building services space</strong>, serving commercial and residential customers throughout the Twin Cities. They’re looking to add a hands-on <strong>Controller</strong> to own the accounting function and partner closely with leadership as the business continues to grow. This position is south of St. Paul and this role can be onsite or hybrid. </p><p>This is an individual-contributor role with <strong>no direct reports</strong>, making it a great opportunity for either:</p><ul><li>A Controller who enjoys staying close to the work, or</li><li>A Senior Accountant / Accounting Manager ready to step into a Controller title</li></ul><p>What You’ll Do</p><ul><li>Own the full monthly, quarterly, and year-end close process</li><li>Prepare and analyze financial statements, budgets, and forecasts</li><li>Oversee job costing, WIP reporting, and margin analysis</li><li>Manage cash flow, banking relationships, and covenant reporting</li><li>Ensure compliance with GAAP and coordinate with external CPA firm for year-end review/tax work</li><li>Improve accounting processes, controls, and reporting as the business scales</li><li>Serve as a financial partner to ownership and operational leaders</li></ul><p>What They’re Looking For</p><ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance</li><li>5+ years of progressive accounting experience</li><li>Experience in construction, mechanical services, project-based, or job-costing environments strongly preferred</li><li>Strong Excel skills and experience with ERP/accounting systems</li><li>Comfortable working independently and being “in the weeds” when needed</li></ul><p>Why This Role</p><ul><li>Stable, profitable company with a strong local reputation</li><li>High visibility and direct access to ownership</li><li>Broad scope and autonomy without people-management pressure</li><li>Competitive compensation and benefits</li></ul>
<p>Our client is looking for a candidate with strong analytical ability and attention to detail. Big 4 candidates are welcome to apply. Great opportunity with a large multi-national organization. If you are interested, please reach out confidentially on LinkedIn @JenniferExsted.</p>
Our southeast metro client is seeking a Controller to join their team for a $20MM networking services company. An ideal candidate will have 10+ years of experience as well as a 4-year degree in accounting or a related field. This job will require wearing a variety of hats in accounting ranging from managing an accounting operations team to being fully immersed in corporate financials, budgeting, forecasting and other financial accounting duties. <br><br>This job will require onsite work 5x per week indefinitely. If you thrive wearing a wide variety of accounting hats for small/mid-size company and enjoy working onsite, please apply with your most current and up to date resume.
<p>We are looking for a skilled Financial Operations Analyst to join our client's team in Saint Paul, Minnesota. This Contract to permanent position involves providing comprehensive support for cash management systems and products while ensuring smooth operational processes and effective client service. The ideal candidate will play a vital role in enhancing financial workflows, supporting departmental projects, and improving system functionalities.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Provide expert support for various cash management products, including Concur Expense and Invoice, MasterCard Disbursement Cards, Prepaid Cards, and Remote Payment Capture.</p><p>• Monitor general ledger accounts, resolve reconciling items, and document system errors and resolutions.</p><p>• Deliver training and support to clients and internal teams on product usage and system functionalities.</p><p>• Assist in managing departmental projects by adhering to timelines, budgets, and delivering expected outcomes.</p><p>• Identify opportunities for process improvement, develop test plans, and implement enhancements.</p><p>• Compile, analyze, and present financial data for monthly and quarterly reporting, supporting auditors as needed.</p><p>• Execute daily operational transactions, including deposit reviews, billing preparation, and exception processing.</p><p>• Review and update procedures to ensure accuracy and compliance with organizational requirements.</p>
We are looking for an experienced Controller to oversee and enhance our financial operations in South St. Paul, Minnesota. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in managing financial processes, ensuring compliance, and driving efficiencies. This position requires strong leadership skills and expertise in accounting practices to support organizational growth.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare comprehensive and accurate financial statements in adherence to accounting standards and internal policies.<br>• Conduct detailed account reconciliations and manage complex journal entries to ensure precise financial records.<br>• Develop and implement strategic financial policies and procedures that support business objectives and mitigate risks.<br>• Lead and mentor a small team of finance professionals, fostering growth and ensuring high performance.<br>• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and standards to minimize financial and operational risks.<br>• Manage daily financial operations, including accounts payable and receivable processes, improving overall efficiency.<br>• Monitor and reconcile the general ledger, facilitating smooth month-end and year-end closing activities.<br>• Identify opportunities to automate and streamline financial processes, enhancing operational effectiveness.
