<p>We are looking for an Accounts Payable Analyst to support a busy manufacturing environment in Lake Elmo, Minnesota. This contract opportunity is ideal for a detail-oriented individual who can manage high-volume payment activities, maintain accurate financial records, and work effectively across teams. The person in this role will help ensure invoices, discrepancies, and payment cycles are handled efficiently while contributing to a smooth and reliable accounts payable process.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Review, code, and enter vendor invoices accurately and on schedule to maintain timely payment processing.</p><p>• Prepare and coordinate check runs while confirming supporting documentation and payment approvals are complete.</p><p>• Investigate billing differences and resolve account discrepancies by partnering with vendors and internal departments.</p><p>• Reconcile payable records and monitor outstanding items to keep account activity current and accurate.</p><p>• Process invoice-related transactions in accordance with company procedures and financial controls.</p><p>• Communicate with suppliers and internal stakeholders to answer payment questions and address issues promptly.</p><p>• Maintain organized accounts payable documentation to support reporting, audits, and record retention needs.</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 Business Analyst – Workday Advanced Compensation to support a major compensation initiative for a global organization in Fridley, Minnesota. This Long-term Contract position will partner closely with compensation operations, program leadership, and cross-functional stakeholders to strengthen processes, improve documentation, and guide implementation activities tied to Workday Advanced Compensation. The ideal candidate brings strong business analysis expertise, hands-on knowledge of global compensation programs, and the ability to translate complex operational needs into clear plans, process flows, and practical recommendations.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Partner with compensation operations leadership to provide guidance on effective practices and help drive implementation activities related to Workday Advanced Compensation.<br>• Develop end-to-end process maps, operating documentation, work instructions, and risk assessments in collaboration with program managers and business stakeholders.<br>• Evaluate current annual compensation planning approaches and recommend updates to align future-state workflows with Workday Advanced Compensation capabilities.<br>• Support readiness for recurring compensation events, including merit, bonus, promotion, and related planning cycles, by coordinating tasks and identifying operational gaps.<br>• Work with process owners to clarify business needs, refine procedures, and improve consistency across global compensation activities.<br>• Participate in testing efforts by helping define scenarios, review outcomes, document issues, and support business validation activities.<br>• Create materials and plans that support the move from legacy compensation processes into Workday Advanced Compensation from an operational perspective.<br>• Track project actions, dependencies, and risks to help keep implementation work organized and progressing on schedule.
We are looking for a Financial Analyst to join a food and food processing organization in Minneapolis, Minnesota on a Long-term Contract basis. This position will support commercial decision-making through pricing evaluation, profitability review, and broader financial insight across product lines. The role offers the opportunity to work closely with brand leadership, assess cost drivers, and strengthen financial tools that guide pricing and market strategy.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Conduct detailed pricing evaluations across individual products and develop informed recommendations that support revenue and margin goals.<br>• Build and refine profit-and-loss views for pricing scenarios, identifying factors that influence product profitability.<br>• Provide commercial finance support to brand stakeholders by translating financial data into practical business guidance.<br>• Monitor and assess trade spending for branded offerings to help improve financial performance and visibility.<br>• Collaborate with brand leadership on pricing direction and market launch planning for new and existing products.<br>• Examine the financial effect of commodity cost changes and highlight risks or opportunities tied to major input expenses.<br>• Use and enhance Excel-based pricing models to improve accuracy, efficiency, and decision support.<br>• Deliver ad hoc analysis, variance reviews, and data-driven insights to assist with planning and performance discussions.<br>• Challenge assumptions in financial inputs and present clear perspectives that support sound business decisions.
We are looking for a Financial Analyst to join a logistics organization in Eagan, Minnesota. In this role, you will turn financial and operational data into practical insights that support growth, profitability, and stronger business decisions. The position offers the opportunity to partner with leaders across the company, evaluate strategic initiatives, and improve how performance is measured and reported.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Examine financial results across business areas to highlight patterns in revenue, margins, and overall earnings performance.<br>• Create forecasting tools, business models, and what-if analyses to assess investments, operational initiatives, and expansion opportunities.<br>• Surface financial risks and upside potential by interpreting performance data and connecting findings to business outcomes.<br>• Partner with department leaders to understand operational challenges and shape data-backed recommendations.<br>• Design dashboards, key performance indicators, and reporting tools that give stakeholders clear visibility into results.<br>• Deliver concise presentations and recommendations to senior leadership to support planning and decision-making.<br>• Use analytical technologies and data mining techniques to identify trends, uncover insights, and strengthen reporting accuracy.<br>• Identify opportunities to streamline reporting and enhance decision support through automation and emerging technologies.<br>• Contribute to cross-functional efforts focused on efficiency, profitability, operational improvement, and a broader data-driven culture.
We are looking for a detail-oriented Financial Analyst to join our team in Newport, Minnesota. In this role, you will leverage your expertise to analyze financial data and provide insights that drive strategic decisions within our sales and marketing departments. This position offers the opportunity to collaborate with cross-functional teams and contribute to the company’s growth through informed financial planning and reporting.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Analyze sales and marketing data to identify performance trends and provide actionable insights.<br>• Build and maintain financial models to support strategic planning and decision-making processes.<br>• Create and deliver reports on critical metrics such as customer acquisition costs and sales pipeline efficiency.<br>• Collaborate with sales and marketing teams to assess campaign effectiveness and recommend optimal budget allocations.<br>• Track expenses and variances, ensuring alignment with financial goals while identifying opportunities for cost savings.<br>• Assist in the development of annual budgets and quarterly forecasts for sales and marketing departments.<br>• Conduct pricing and margin analyses to support decision-making, including customer profitability and segmentation.<br>• Manage and evaluate royalty rates, profitability of licensed products, and costing data to enhance financial outcomes.<br>• Present financial findings and recommendations to senior leadership in a clear and actionable format.<br>• Perform ad hoc financial analyses to support business strategies, pricing decisions, and organizational assessments.
We are looking for a Manager of Compensation to lead compensation strategy and execution for a health insurance organization in Minnetonka, Minnesota. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for a hands-on leader who can guide a small team while managing broad-based compensation programs, with particular strength in sales compensation and a solid understanding of market competitiveness, internal equity, and regulatory compliance. In this role, you will partner with HR and business leadership to shape pay programs that support talent goals and organizational priorities.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead and develop a team of three senior compensation professionals by setting priorities, offering coaching, and promoting strong performance and accountability.<br>• Direct the creation, administration, and refinement of compensation programs, including base pay frameworks, incentive plans, and sales compensation models.<br>• Provide expert guidance on compensation matters such as job evaluation, market pricing, benchmarking, and pay recommendations for business leaders and HR partners.<br>• Maintain and enhance compensation structures, job architecture, and governance practices to support consistency, scalability, and fairness across the organization.<br>• Collaborate with payroll, HR, and other internal partners to improve compensation processes, reporting, and system accuracy.<br>• Advise stakeholders on compensation policies, regulatory considerations, and best practices to ensure compliant and competitive programs.<br>• Support communication of compensation philosophy, program updates, and pay-related decisions to leaders and key stakeholders, including senior executives.<br>• Lead or contribute to cross-functional initiatives focused on total rewards, process improvement, and organizational effectiveness.<br>• Track market trends and emerging practices in broad-based, sales, and executive compensation to recommend program enhancements.
We are looking for a Provider Data and Contract Analyst to support a long-term contract opportunity within the health insurance industry. In this role, you will examine provider agreements and reimbursement materials, organize critical payment information, and help strengthen the accuracy and accessibility of contract data used across the organization. This position will work closely with operational and business partners to improve data governance and prepare reimbursement documentation for inclusion in an AI-enabled centralized rate repository.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Review provider agreements, reimbursement exhibits, and related records to identify payment terms and methodology details.<br>• Organize and maintain contract documentation so reimbursement information is structured, traceable, and ready for centralized repository intake.<br>• Interpret contractual language affecting provider payments, including terms tied to facility and physician reimbursement approaches.<br>• Partner with business and operational teams to confirm reimbursement details and resolve documentation gaps or inconsistencies.<br>• Support data quality initiatives by validating the completeness, consistency, and usability of provider payment information.<br>• Catalog fee schedules and supporting materials in a way that improves transparency and ongoing governance of reimbursement data.<br>• Contribute to transformation efforts by helping standardize how provider contract information is captured and referenced.<br>• Assist with analysis related to how reimbursement terms influence claims adjudication and payment accuracy.
<p>We are looking for a skilled Procurement Analyst to join a team in Stillwater, Minnesota. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in supporting indirect procurement activities, supplier relationships, and data-driven decision-making processes. This position offers a long-term contract opportunity within the scientific instrument manufacturing industry, providing a chance to contribute to sourcing strategies and operational excellence.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Facilitate sourcing processes such as RFQs, proposal evaluations, and supplier communication to ensure effective procurement outcomes.</p><p>• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Legal and Finance, to streamline contract reviews and align sourcing strategies.</p><p>• Perform benchmarking of prices and terms to secure competitive supplier proposals that meet compliance standards.</p><p>• Analyze procurement data to enhance spend visibility and validate savings, while creating detailed reports and dashboards.</p><p>• Manage purchase orders for assigned categories, ensuring accuracy across procurement systems and resolving any discrepancies.</p><p>• Coordinate supplier onboarding and maintain accurate supplier records to support seamless operations.</p><p>• Drive continuous improvement initiatives in procurement processes, focusing on automation and efficiency.</p><p>• Support leadership in supplier performance tracking and strategic decision-making by conducting ad hoc analyses.</p><p>• Address invoice and purchase order issues in collaboration with Finance and relevant stakeholders.</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 for a Workers Compensation Claims Representative to support a Financial Services organization in Saint Paul, Minnesota. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for someone who can manage workers’ compensation claim activity with accuracy, sound judgment, and strong communication across members, claimants, and medical providers. The role focuses on reviewing claim-related documentation, coordinating payments, and escalating complex issues when compensability, treatment, or exposure requires further evaluation.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Assess incoming reports, notices, and supporting documentation related to workplace injuries and occupational illnesses, and process assigned claims in accordance with established guidelines.</p><p>• Review medical and related billing from providers such as physicians, clinics, hospitals, and pharmacies, and authorize eligible payments for claims that do not involve indemnity benefits.</p><p>• Evaluate reimbursement requests from injured employees for travel and out-of-pocket medical expenses connected to accepted work-related conditions, and approve payments when appropriate.</p><p>• Partner with nurse case management and other clinical resources to clarify questionable injury circumstances, treatment plans, or the need for additional medical review.</p><p>• Secure prior medical documentation when needed to support claim handling decisions or to assist physician and nurse consultants in evaluating treatment history.</p><p>• Set and maintain claim reserves in a timely manner, and obtain management approval before making reserve increases or payments above delegated authority limits.</p><p>• Keep claimants and member organizations informed of claim progress, payment activity, and key processing updates through clear and effective communication.</p><p>• Escalate files involving questionable compensability, potential lost-time exposure, subrogation opportunities, restitution matters, or possible property and casualty implications to the claims manager for further direction.</p><p>• Prepare and submit restitution-related affidavits when applicable, and monitor follow-up actions to support recovery efforts.</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 Accounts Payable Specialist to join a construction-focused organization in Golden Valley, Minnesota on a Long-term Contract basis. This position supports the timely and accurate handling of payables while serving as a dependable resource for both internal teams and external partners. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, a service-oriented mindset, and the ability to manage invoice-related activities in a fast-paced environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Respond to questions from employees, suppliers, and other stakeholders regarding invoice status, payment activity, and accounts payable procedures.<br>• Review accounts payable transactions for accuracy and process invoices, payment requests, and related documentation within required timelines.<br>• Identify issues that need higher-level review and promptly elevate complex payment or supplier concerns to AP leadership.<br>• Provide guidance to office and operations staff on payable workflows, documentation standards, and established processing practices.<br>• Use reporting and performance data to spot recurring issues, improve training efforts, and support a better service experience.<br>• Create and update supplier records in the financial system, ensuring vendor information is complete, accurate, and properly maintained.<br>• Perform data entry and check processing activities with a high degree of accuracy and attention to discrepancies.<br>• Support daily accounting functions by working across systems such as Microsoft Excel, Great Plains, IBM AS/400, and JD Edwards EnterpriseOne as needed.
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to support day-to-day payment operations for a construction-focused organization in Golden Valley, Minnesota. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who brings strong accuracy, sound judgment, and a dependable approach to invoice handling and vendor payments. The person in this role will help maintain efficient accounts payable workflows while ensuring financial records remain organized and up to date.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Review incoming invoices, assign the correct account codes, and prepare documentation for accurate entry into the payables process.<br>• Process accounts payable transactions in a timely manner while verifying amounts, approvals, and supporting records.<br>• Coordinate ACH payments and check disbursements according to established schedules and internal controls.<br>• Reconcile payable activity, investigate discrepancies, and follow up with internal teams or vendors to resolve outstanding issues.<br>• Maintain organized payment files and records to support reporting, audit readiness, and ongoing financial accuracy.<br>• Communicate with vendors and colleagues regarding invoice status, payment details, and documentation needs.<br>• Assist with routine payment cycles, including check runs, to help ensure obligations are completed on time.
<p>We are seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist for a company in Oakdale. This is a hands-on position covering all areas of Accounts Payable. The A/P department is responsible timely and accurate processing of vendor invoices and payments and will own all aspects of AP including statement reconciliations, check runs, 3-way matching, etc.</p><p> </p><p>Responsibilities</p><p>- Receive invoices daily and enter into accounting system</p><p>- Process check runs and invoices</p><p>- Assist with various projects when needed which may include data entry, journal entries, filing, etc.</p><p>- Handle branch or vendor inquiries regarding invoice payments, late payments, outstanding checks, etc.</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 Fund Operations Analyst to join an Investment Management firm in Minneapolis, Minnesota and help strengthen the operational foundation that supports investment fund activities. This position blends fund operations, governance coordination, and process management, making it ideal for someone who thrives on organization, accuracy, and cross-functional collaboration. The role will contribute to maintaining critical records, improving workflows, and supporting time-sensitive transactions in a dynamic private investment environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Coordinate the setup, maintenance, and ongoing administration of legal entities and related organizational records across domestic and international structures.</p><p>• Oversee the accuracy structural reporting, and required filings to keep governance materials current and well organized.</p><p>• Monitor recurring legal and operational obligations, ensuring deadlines, deliverables, and compliance-related tasks are completed on schedule.</p><p>• Administer document workflows from intake through execution and retention, while strengthening consistency in recordkeeping practices.</p><p>• Develop and refine templates, procedures, and documentation standards to improve efficiency and create more scalable operational processes.</p><p>• Review invoices and assist with outside counsel spend tracking, budget monitoring, and billing administration.</p><p>• Help evaluate and manage legal or operational technology tools, including enhancements that improve workflow visibility, data quality, and process control.</p><p>• Provide operational support for transactions, investor-related closings, regulatory submissions, and other special projects as business needs evolve.</p>
<p>We are looking for a Business Analyst to support compliance-focused initiatives. This contract position will partner with business stakeholders to interpret regulatory expectations, clarify operational impacts, and help teams align their processes with required standards. The role is ideal for someone who can turn complex compliance information into practical business guidance and actionable documentation.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Interpret regulatory and organizational compliance standards and convert them into clear business process expectations for operational teams.</p><p>• Work closely with stakeholders to explain how compliance obligations influence daily activities, workflows, and service delivery.</p><p>• Evaluate existing procedures to uncover misalignment with required standards and prioritize areas needing remediation.</p><p>• Document business needs, process findings, and recommended actions in a format that supports decision-making and execution.</p><p>• Facilitate discussions across teams to gather information, confirm process impacts, and build agreement on required changes.</p><p>• Perform gap analysis to compare current-state operations against compliance requirements and identify corrective opportunities.</p><p>• Support Agile-based work efforts by helping define business objectives, clarifying requirements, and refining process-related tasks.</p><p>• Review business and operational documents for accuracy, completeness, and alignment with compliance expectations.</p>
<p>We are looking for a Pricing Analyst to support contract and pricing operations for a long-term contract opportunity based in Arden Hills, Minnesota. This role focuses on maintaining accurate agreement records, coordinating across business teams, and helping ensure pricing and contract activities move forward efficiently. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical judgment, careful attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a collaborative environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage contract records through the full lifecycle, including setup, updates, execution tracking, and renewal coordination, while maintaining complete and accurate documentation.</p><p>• Use revenue management platforms and related systems to enter new agreements, process revisions, and confirm alignment with internal policies and procedural standards.</p><p>• Handle contract-related questions and case activity through Service Cloud or a comparable platform, ensuring timely follow-up and clear issue resolution for stakeholders.</p><p>• Partner with teams such as Pricing, Contracting, IT, customer support, and other business functions to keep contract administration activities organized and on schedule.</p><p>• Review existing workflows, identify inefficiencies, and recommend practical improvements that strengthen accuracy, visibility, and overall process performance.</p><p>• Maintain and enhance tracking tools used for contract administration, reporting, and status monitoring across active agreements.</p><p>• Provide day-to-day guidance to colleagues on contract procedures, system usage, and documentation practices, including support for onboarding and knowledge sharing.</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 for a Payroll Specialist to support an organization. This Long-term Contract position will manage accurate and timely payroll processing for a mixed employee population while also overseeing commission payments for sales-related team members. The ideal candidate brings strong payroll knowledge, commissions management, attention to detail, and the ability to work confidently across compensation scenarios in a fast-paced environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process end-to-end payroll for approximately 250 employees, including hourly, salaried, and salaried non-exempt team members.</p><p>• Administer commission payments for roughly 50 individuals, ensuring calculations are accurate and issued on schedule.</p><p>• Review payroll data for completeness and resolve discrepancies related to earnings, deductions, time records, and pay classifications.</p><p>• Maintain compliance with multi-state payroll regulations and internal compensation policies.</p><p>• Reconcile payroll and commission records, supporting accurate reporting and audit readiness.</p><p>• Use ADP TotalSource and Excel to manage payroll inputs, validate data, and prepare supporting documentation.</p><p>• Partner with internal stakeholders to address payroll questions and ensure timely resolution of compensation-related issues.</p>
<p>Are you a CPA with public accounting experience and a desire to work in the Investment Management industry? We are looking for a dedicated Financial Investment Analyst/Manager to join our client's team in the Twin Cities, Minnesota. This role is ideal for someone with a CPA, strong analytical background and keen attention to detail who is eager to support investment advisory firms by providing in-depth financial analysis and insights. As part of our organization, you will play a key role in simplifying complex alternative investments for clients, enabling them to make confident and informed decisions.</p><p> </p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Conduct comprehensive financial due diligence reviews of alternative investments and their programs.</p><p>• Analyze financial statements, financial models, and industry research to assess financial performance and risks.</p><p>• Evaluate the financial health, historical performance, and operational controls of investment firms.</p><p>• Compare program performance to market conditions and industry peers to provide actionable insights.</p><p>• Identify and prioritize potential risks associated with complex investment structures.</p><p>• Prepare detailed technical reports and deliver recommendations to clients both in written form and through presentations.</p><p>• Represent the company at client meetings to share expertise and build relationships.</p><p>• Collaborate with internal teams to manage multiple projects effectively and efficiently.</p><p>• Stay informed about developments in capital markets and alternative investment trends to enhance analysis.</p><p> </p><p>If you are looking for an excellent growth opportunity and transitions from public accounting into an investment management firm then</p><p>contact Douglas Rickart on LinkedIn, call Doug at 612-249-0330 or apply to the link provided.</p>
We are looking for a detail-oriented Data Analyst to support fraud detection and investigative efforts in South Haven, Minnesota. This Long-term Contract position focuses on examining data patterns, identifying suspicious activity, and delivering insights that strengthen anti-fraud strategies. The ideal candidate is comfortable working with large datasets, translating findings into clear recommendations, and partnering with teams that protect business operations from financial risk.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Analyze transactional and operational data to uncover unusual behavior, emerging fraud trends, and potential risk indicators.<br>• Investigate suspicious activity by reviewing datasets, validating anomalies, and organizing findings for follow-up action.<br>• Develop reports and dashboards that help stakeholders monitor fraud patterns and measure the effectiveness of prevention efforts.<br>• Collaborate with cross-functional partners to interpret analytical results and support fraud mitigation decisions.<br>• Use data-driven methods to identify weaknesses in current controls and recommend improvements that reduce exposure.<br>• Maintain accurate documentation of analyses, case findings, and supporting evidence to assist ongoing investigations.<br>• Monitor key fraud metrics and highlight changes that may require deeper review or immediate escalation.
We are looking for a highly skilled and detail-oriented Senior Financial Analyst to join our team in Minneapolis, Minnesota. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in preparing detailed financial analyses, supporting reporting initiatives, and delivering actionable insights to guide decision-making. This position offers the opportunity to collaborate across various departments and contribute to the firm’s overall financial operations.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Develop comprehensive financial reports and analyses using accounting systems, report-writing tools, and Microsoft Excel.<br>• Assist with preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual management reports, financial statement reviews, and ad-hoc analyses.<br>• Collaborate with internal teams to complete high-priority external surveys and deliver accurate data.<br>• Partner with the FP&A leadership team to understand priorities and provide guidance to entry level analysts.<br>• Lead and manage ad hoc projects from inception to completion, ensuring timely and successful delivery.<br>• Gain a deep understanding of the firm’s financial systems and operations to act as a subject matter expert.<br>• Leverage tools such as Excel, Power Query, and Tableau to generate accurate and actionable financial insights.<br>• Perform additional tasks as assigned to support the team’s objectives.
We are looking for a Sr. Financial Analyst to support financial planning, performance reporting, and profitability analysis for a food and food processing business in Minneapolis, Minnesota. This Long-term Contract position will play a key role in helping leaders understand business results, evaluate pricing decisions, and strengthen forecasting and planning activities. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical capability, advanced Excel skills, and the ability to translate financial data into practical recommendations for cross-functional stakeholders.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Develop pricing analyses for current and new products in collaboration with sales and business partners, and prepare clear recommendations for leadership review.<br>• Monitor trade spending activities for owned brands, including tracking results, projecting future impact, and assessing return on investment.<br>• Prepare and manage portions of the monthly financial reporting package, partnering across functions to ensure timely and accurate insight into business performance.<br>• Perform detailed variance analysis to explain monthly results, identify key business drivers, and highlight risks and opportunities.<br>• Deliver ad hoc financial analysis and decision support to senior leaders and department heads on a range of operational and strategic topics.<br>• Build and refine segmentation and profitability models that improve visibility into product and business performance.<br>• Contribute to budgeting, forecasting, operating plans, and financial models that support short- and long-term planning needs.<br>• Review complex financial information and convert findings into concise, actionable guidance for management decision-making.
<p>Our client is looking for a Senior Financial Analyst with 2+ years experience who has strong analytical skills, business partnering, and is savvy with systems/technology. Growing company making acquisitions with lots of potential. Will look at Financial Analysts looking to move up! If you are interested, please reach to me on LinkedIn @JenniferExsted.</p>
<p>We are looking for a Senior Financial Analyst to support research and development finance activities in Arden Hills, Minnesota. This role will partner with business leaders to provide meaningful financial insight, improve planning accuracy, and strengthen reporting across a dynamic portfolio environment. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical capability, sound business judgment, and the ability to influence decisions through clear, data-driven recommendations.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee forecasting, monthly close activities, financial reporting, and variance evaluation for research and development spending areas.</p><p>• Work closely with R&D leaders to interpret financial results, test planning assumptions, and guide informed business decisions.</p><p>• Partner with portfolio management teams to improve visibility into program funding, investment priorities, and trade-off scenarios across development initiatives.</p><p>• Examine project-level costs such as staffing, discretionary spending, and primary expense drivers, then convert findings into practical recommendations.</p><p>• Contribute to key planning cycles including quarterly outlooks, the annual budget process, and longer-term financial plans.</p><p>• Prepare journal entries and provide support during month-end close to help ensure accurate accounting across functional and departmental budgets.</p><p>• Identify and implement enhancements to reporting methods, analytics, systems usage, and internal finance processes to improve efficiency.</p><p>• Create and maintain clear process documentation and work instructions to support consistency and operational effectiveness.</p>
<p>Our client is looking for a Finance Manager with strong analytics, budgeting/forecasting and supervisory experience. Experience with SaaS a strong plus. Bachelors in Accounting or Finance and 5+ years experience required. If you are interested, please reach out confidentially on LinkedIn @JenniferExsted.</p>
<p>Our client, a leading investment management firm in the Twin Cities, is seeking a Middle Office Portfolio Analyst. This individual will be instrumental in overseeing the operational management of a broad credit investment portfolio. The position calls for strong analytical skills and attention to detail, ensuring seamless transaction execution and rigorous accuracy standards. You will work collaboratively across multiple departments, contributing to a dynamic and successful team.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>· Partner with various teams to support the closing of new investment transactions.</p><p>· Manage funding and financing processes for future transactions.</p><p>· Validate and reconcile monthly portfolio reports for accuracy and compliance.</p><p>· Coordinate transactions exits.</p><p>· Document investment transactions and submit requests for inter-entity cash transfers.</p><p>· Oversee cash flow management across investment relationships.</p><p>· Provide operational support and supervision to internal partners.</p><p>· Prepare periodic and ad hoc reporting related to illiquid assets.</p><p>· Work closely with global colleagues and service providers to enhance data and reporting processes.</p><p><br></p><p>Are you ready to advance your career and make a meaningful impact in a top-tier financial organization? Apply now or contact us for more information.</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>If you are interested, please message Douglas Rickart on LinkedIn, Call Doug at 612-249-0330 or apply through the link provided</strong></p>
We are looking for a Category Analyst to support sourcing and procurement activities for a scientific instrument manufacturing organization in Mendota Heights, Minnesota. This Long-term Contract position focuses on improving indirect purchasing performance, strengthening supplier partnerships, and identifying practical ways to reduce cost while maintaining service quality. The role works closely with business stakeholders across functions to guide category administration, support contract and renewal reviews, and help deliver efficient sourcing outcomes.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Analyze procurement and sourcing activities to identify process gaps, cost-saving opportunities, and operational improvements across assigned categories.<br>• Coordinate bidding events and request-for-proposal activities, evaluate pricing options, and support negotiations that improve commercial terms.<br>• Maintain day-to-day communication with suppliers, address service or performance concerns, and promote continuous improvement in vendor relationships.<br>• Review software and service renewals, amendments, schedules, and purchase orders, including redlining documents when needed.<br>• Partner with internal stakeholders to ensure sourced products and services align with business requirements, project timelines, and budget expectations.<br>• Prepare cost-savings plans, track progress against sourcing initiatives, and provide written status updates for leadership and business partners.<br>• Conduct benchmark and cost analysis studies to compare supplier offerings and recommend high-quality, cost-effective solutions.<br>• Act as a procurement point of contact for new product launches and support sourcing activities needed to meet launch schedules and target costs.<br>• Audit weekly invoices, complete general ledger coding, maintain invoice records, and assist with upload preparation for accounts payable processing.<br>• Resolve supplier and stakeholder issues through collaborative problem-solving and negotiated solutions that support positive long-term outcomes.