<p>We are looking for an accomplished, detail-oriented commercial lending specialist to join our banking team in the Twin Cities, Minnesota. This role focuses on building long-term business relationships, expanding commercial banking partnerships, and delivering sound lending solutions that support client and bank growth. The ideal candidate brings strong credit judgment, a consultative approach to business development, and the ability to manage a high-quality commercial portfolio from origination through ongoing servicing.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Develop new commercial banking relationships through community involvement, networking, referrals, and proactive outreach to prospective clients.</p><p>• Grow existing client accounts by identifying borrowing, deposit, and cash management opportunities that align with each business customer’s needs.</p><p>• Guide clients through lending options, gather required documentation, and structure financing solutions that reflect sound underwriting practices.</p><p>• Analyze financial statements, tax returns, collateral details, and other supporting information to assess creditworthiness and recommend appropriate loan terms.</p><p>• Make credit decisions within assigned authority levels and prepare well-supported presentations for larger requests requiring committee approval.</p><p>• Oversee the commercial loan process from initial prospecting through closing, renewal, collection activity, and final payoff.</p><p>• Perform portfolio monitoring activities, including annual relationship reviews, site visits, and collateral inspections, to maintain strong asset quality.</p><p>• Address delinquent accounts promptly and take appropriate action to protect portfolio performance and minimize credit risk.</p><p>• Partner with internal teams to deliver responsive service, ensure regulatory compliance, and provide effective banking solutions for commercial clients.</p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Accounts Receivable Supervisor/Manager to lead receivables performance and strengthen cash flow outcomes in Bloomington, Minnesota. This role will guide collection strategy, oversee forecasting and reporting, and help resolve complex customer account matters through close partnership with internal teams. The ideal candidate brings strong operational leadership, a data-driven mindset, and the ability to improve processes while maintaining a high standard of customer care and compliance.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead the accounts receivable and collections function by establishing effective approaches that improve recovery rates and reduce overdue balances.</p><p>• Track collection performance through key metrics, analyze patterns and risks, and provide leadership with actionable reporting and recommendations.</p><p>• Investigate gaps in results using root-cause analysis to separate internal execution issues from customer payment behavior, timing factors, and other external influences.</p><p>• Drive operational improvements by refining workflows, applying continuous improvement methods, and introducing automation where it adds value.</p><p>• Manage relationships with external collection and credit partners, including third-party service providers, to support efficient and consistent outcomes.</p><p>• Oversee customer communications related to outstanding balances, ensuring interactions remain clear, respectful, and solution-oriented.</p><p>• Handle escalated account situations and collaborate with teams such as Sales, Customer Success, and Legal to address disputes, holds, and other sensitive issues.</p><p>• Own short- and long-range cash forecasting for receivables by developing assumptions, evaluating risks and opportunities, and improving forecast accuracy through variance analysis.</p><p>• Maintain audit-ready documentation, support internal control testing, and review new account setups with a focus on credit exposure and risk mitigation.</p><p>• Lead, coach, and develop team members through clear performance expectations, ongoing feedback, and talent-building initiatives that support long-term growth.</p>
We are looking for an Entry Level Portfolio Manager to join a banking team in Saint Paul, Minnesota on a Long-term Contract basis. This opportunity is well suited for someone who wants to build hands-on experience in commercial credit, portfolio oversight, and client support within a collaborative community banking environment. The role centers on maintaining loan portfolio quality, assisting with credit-related review activities, and supporting collection and special assets efforts tied to commercial relationships.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage assigned commercial credit relationships by monitoring documentation, tracking follow-up items, and helping keep portfolio records accurate and current.<br>• Partner with lending and credit teams to review financial information, loan structures, and risk considerations so files are prepared for informed decision-making.<br>• Support collection and special assets activities for commercial accounts, including workout situations, recovery efforts, and resolution planning.<br>• Work through delinquent or challenged credits by evaluating collateral positions, coordinating next steps, and helping move matters toward practical outcomes.<br>• Collaborate with attorneys and internal stakeholders on litigation-related account activity, documentation needs, and credit resolution strategies when required.<br>• Serve as a reliable point of contact for clients by addressing questions, coordinating with internal departments, and maintaining strong day-to-day service relationships.<br>• Assist with portfolio reviews, file remediation, reporting tasks, and data cleanup projects to improve overall credit administration and operational consistency.<br>• Contribute to ongoing loan administration support by reviewing agreements, identifying missing items, and helping ensure files align with internal standards and policy expectations.
We are looking for an experienced VP Commercial Loan Officer to grow and manage a commercial lending portfolio in a Minnesota market. This position combines business development, credit evaluation, and relationship management to support commercial clients while maintaining strong loan quality and profitability. The ideal candidate brings sound lending judgment, a consultative approach to client service, and the ability to identify opportunities for both loan and deposit growth.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Develop new commercial banking relationships by prospecting businesses and identifying lending opportunities that align with portfolio goals.<br>• Review financial statements, tax returns, and supporting documentation to assess borrower strength and determine appropriate credit solutions.<br>• Structure financing proposals that balance client needs with prudent risk management and institutional lending standards.<br>• Partner with credit and analysis teams to prepare thorough loan presentations and bring recommendations forward for approval.<br>• Participate in credit committee discussions and respond confidently to questions regarding assigned borrowing relationships.<br>• Maintain regular contact with existing clients to evaluate changing business needs, deepen relationships, and uncover additional banking opportunities.<br>• Monitor portfolio performance by tracking covenant compliance, reviewing higher-risk credits, and identifying signs of deteriorating financial conditions.<br>• Ensure renewals, annual reviews, and risk rating updates are completed accurately and within required timeframes.<br>• Provide guidance and coaching to branch teams and entry-level lenders on commercial lending, business development, and deposit growth strategies.<br>• Support clients and internal partners by addressing commercial banking inquiries and contributing to special projects as needed.
<p>We are looking for a sharp, detail-driven Investment Operations Analyst to support an investment loan portfolio in Minneapolis, Minnesota. In this role, you will help maintain accurate reporting, evaluate loan and portfolio performance, and strengthen day-to-day operational controls across investment activity. This position is well suited for someone who enjoys working with financial data, improving processes, and partnering with internal teams and external service providers to keep operations running smoothly.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead recurring financial reporting activities for the investment portfolio, ensuring information is complete, accurate, and delivered on schedule.</p><p>• Review monthly investor remittance activity and reconcile loan-level data, including interest accruals, payoff activity, and delinquency reporting.</p><p>• Compile month-end portfolio metrics for lending partners and validate key balances such as principal, and interest reserve positions.</p><p>• Verify the accuracy and consistency of data tied to newly acquired assets before it is incorporated into reporting and monitoring processes.</p><p>• Support loan funding administration by assessing draw requests against project progress and facilitating timely disbursements to contractors.</p><p>• Coordinate data gathering and reconciliation efforts across internal records, servicers, fund administrators, and other external providers.</p><p>• Produce and maintain portfolio performance reports and track records to support ongoing analysis and management oversight.</p><p>• Monitor cash activity across the portfolio and assist with capital calls, drawdowns, and investor distribution processing.</p><p>• Respond to investor information requests and contribute to due diligence materials, ad hoc analyses, and special projects as needed.</p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Bank Operation Officer to support and strengthen operations in with our growing commercial bank client in the Twin Cities, Minnesota. This role is well suited for someone who can balance day-to-day operational oversight with risk awareness, process improvement, and cross-functional collaboration. The position plays a key part in maintaining accurate workflows, supporting regulatory compliance, and helping deliver dependable service across core operations functions.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Perform and review a broad range of operations activities, ensuring transactions and account servicing tasks are completed accurately, efficiently, and in accordance with internal controls.</p><p>• Work closely with operations leadership to coordinate departmental priorities, guide daily workflow, support team development, and help resolve escalated service or processing issues.</p><p>• Contribute to technology-related initiatives involving the bank’s core and operational platforms, including process reviews, implementation support, testing, and procedural updates.</p><p>• Identify opportunities to streamline operations by improving workflows, strengthening documentation, and enhancing service for both internal partners and customers.</p><p>• Support loss prevention efforts by monitoring and addressing risks tied to fraud-related activity, and exception processing.</p><p>• Apply hands-on expertise across key banking functions such as wire activity, check handling, debit card support, remote deposit services, account maintenance, and deposit product servicing.</p><p>• Prepare and maintain procedures related to fraud claims and dispute handling, ensuring documentation aligns with applicable rules, certifications, and regulatory expectations.</p><p>• Assist with the implementation of policy, compliance, and regulatory changes that affect operations procedures and operational practices.</p><p>• Maintain organized digital records in line with retention standards and reinforce adherence to bank policies, risk controls, and applicable banking regulations.</p>
<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>
<p>Our client, a large commercial bank, is seeking an experienced IT Audit Manager to strengthen the organization’s technology risk oversight and internal control environment. This role, located in the Twin Cities, partners with technology and risk leaders to assess complex systems, evaluate control effectiveness, and deliver independent audit insight that supports sound decision-making. The ideal candidate brings strong audit judgment, clear communication skills, and the ability to lead reviews that align with established standards and business priorities.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead and execute technology-focused audit engagements from planning through reporting, ensuring each review is completed on schedule and in accordance with established audit standards.</p><p>• Develop risk-based audit scopes, prepare detailed testing strategies, and tailor procedures to address key technology and operational exposures.</p><p>• Supervise fieldwork activities, evaluate supporting documentation, and confirm that audit evidence is thorough, accurate, and aligned with engagement objectives.</p><p>• Guide and review the work of assigned audit team members to maintain high-quality workpapers, consistent methodology, and reliable conclusions.</p><p>• Assess control gaps, validate root causes, and refine recommendations that help management strengthen processes, systems, and governance practices.</p><p>• Monitor remediation efforts related to prior audit findings and verify that corrective actions have been implemented effectively and within expected timeframes.</p><p>• Prepare and present clear audit reports, risk themes, and control observations to management and senior leadership in a concise and persuasive manner.</p><p>• Contribute to ongoing audit risk assessment activities by identifying changing technology risks, emerging issues, and areas requiring future audit attention.</p><p>• Coordinate Sarbanes-Oxley related IT control testing by aligning with process owners and external auditors on scope, evidence expectations, and reliance approaches.</p><p>• Support broader internal audit initiatives and special assignments, including enterprise risk assessment work, regulatory examination support, and advisory input for new business or technology initiatives.</p>
We are looking for a Financial Analyst to support investor reporting and operational coordination for a financial services organization in Minneapolis, Minnesota. This Long-term Contract position will focus on delivering accurate communications, maintaining investor data, and partnering with cross-functional teams to meet reporting deadlines and service expectations. The role is well suited for someone who is highly organized, comfortable handling time-sensitive requests, and able to work effectively across finance, legal, compliance, and operations functions.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Coordinate the delivery of recurring investor materials, including performance updates, account statements, financial reports, commentary, and tax-related documents, while ensuring timeliness and accuracy.<br>• Maintain investor information across internal CRM and portal platforms by handling account setup, ongoing updates, document posting, and data reconciliation between systems.<br>• Partner with fund administration, accounting, treasury, operations, legal, and compliance teams to support consistent and accurate investor reporting.<br>• Prepare responses to routine and custom investor and prospect inquiries, including due diligence questionnaires, and gather input from internal subject matter experts for more complex requests.<br>• Support capital activity processing by helping manage subscriptions, redemptions, and transfers, tracking required documentation, and coordinating with internal and external legal and tax contacts.<br>• Review investor records and reporting materials to identify discrepancies, resolve issues, and improve the overall quality of information distributed to stakeholders.<br>• Document workflows and internal guidelines related to investor communications and recommend process enhancements that improve efficiency and control.<br>• Perform financial analysis and ad hoc data review to assist with reporting needs, trend evaluation, and variance-related questions as they arise.
We are looking for an experienced finance leader to oversee accounting operations, financial reporting, and internal controls for our Blaine, Minnesota team. This role will guide day-to-day financial activities, strengthen reporting accuracy, and support sound business decisions through disciplined planning and analysis. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership, a hands-on approach to accounting operations, and the ability to improve processes while maintaining compliance and financial integrity.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct core accounting activities across payables, receivables, general ledger, cash activity, fixed assets, and expense administration to ensure smooth daily operations.<br>• Lead month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes, delivering timely and reliable financial statements and management reporting.<br>• Monitor financial transactions for accuracy, approvals, documentation, and proper period recognition while resolving exceptions and discrepancies promptly.<br>• Oversee billing, cash application, collections, vendor disbursements, reconciliations, and credit-related activities to maintain strong financial controls.<br>• Maintain and enhance accounting policies, close calendars, account structures, and control procedures that support compliance and operational consistency.<br>• Partner with leadership on budgeting, forecasting, cash flow planning, cost center analysis, and intercompany activity to support informed decision-making.<br>• Strengthen internal control practices by managing approval workflows, banking controls, segregation of duties, and audit readiness across finance operations.<br>• Supervise and develop finance team members and external resources, setting priorities, reviewing output, and fostering accountability and cross-functional support.<br>• Support finance system effectiveness through process improvement, automation, testing, integrations, and other changes that affect accounting and reporting.<br>• Coordinate with auditors, tax advisors, banking partners, insurers, and other external providers, including periodic travel for finance-related initiatives when needed.
<p>Our client in the Southwest metro is looking for a Financial Analyst with strong business partnering who has worked with large data sets and has done strategic analytics. This company is privately owned and has great leadership and is growing. Please reach out on LinkedIn @JenniferExsted.</p>
<p>Accounting Manager – Manufacturing</p><p><strong>Location:</strong> East Metro, Minnesota (onsite)</p><p><strong>Compensation:</strong> $115,000–$135,000 base salary, plus comprehensive benefits and profit sharing</p><p><br></p><p>A well-established manufacturing organization is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to oversee core accounting operations and support financial performance across its U.S. business.</p><p>This role is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, managing the month-end close, overseeing general accounting activities, and supporting budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting. The Accounting Manager will lead an accounting team while partnering with cross-functional leaders to provide financial insights, strengthen internal controls, and improve processes.</p><p>The ideal candidate is a hands-on accounting leader who combines strong technical accounting knowledge with analytical capabilities and a practical understanding of manufacturing operations. This individual will play an important role in connecting financial results to business performance and supporting informed operational and strategic decisions.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><p>Accounting Operations & Financial Reporting</p><ul><li>Oversee day-to-day accounting activities, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, and cash transactions.</li><li>Manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes, ensuring reporting deadlines are consistently met.</li><li>Review journal entries, accruals, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules.</li></ul><p>Budgeting, Forecasting & Financial Analysis</p><ul><li>Coordinate accounting support for annual budgeting and financial planning activities.</li><li>Collaborate with department leaders to develop budgets, forecasts, and operating plans.</li><li>Provide meaningful financial insights to help business leaders evaluate performance and make informed decisions.</li></ul><p>Manufacturing & Cost Analysis</p><ul><li>Partner with Operations, Supply Chain, Purchasing, and other departments to understand financial and operational performance.</li><li>Analyze manufacturing costs, labor, overhead, inventory, scrap, and production variances.</li><li>Translate financial data into practical recommendations that support continuous improvement.</li></ul><p>Audit, Compliance & Internal Controls</p><ul><li>Coordinate accounting support for annual external audits and other audit activities.</li><li>Prepare and review audit schedules, workpapers, reconciliations, and supporting documentation.</li><li>Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards, internal policies, and regulatory requirements.</li></ul><p>Team Leadership & Business Partnership</p><ul><li>Lead, mentor, and develop a team of approximately 5–8 accounting professionals.</li><li>Establish priorities, performance expectations, and accountability across the accounting function.</li><li>Build strong working relationships with operational and corporate stakeholders.</li><li>Partner with Finance leadership on reporting enhancements, systems improvements, and special projects.</li></ul>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Internal Audit Manager to help strengthen risk management, internal controls, and operational accountability. This role is ideal for a strategic and analytical leader who can evaluate complex processes, translate findings into practical recommendations, and communicate effectively with stakeholders across the organization. The successful candidate will combine sound audit judgment with strong data analysis capabilities to support compliance, financial integrity, and continuous improvement.</p><p><br></p><p>This opportunity is mainly remote (only have to go onsite for team meeting, every couple of months). Candidate must live within 95 miles of Minneapolis, MN.</p>
We are looking for a Plant Controller to lead financial planning and operational accounting for our manufacturing environment in Saint Paul, Minnesota. This role partners closely with executive leadership to shape financial direction, strengthen performance through data-driven analysis, and support sustainable growth. The ideal candidate will bring strong oversight of reporting, cash management, and internal controls while helping improve financial processes across the organization.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Partner with senior leadership to develop financial strategies, build forecasting models, and translate business goals into practical budget and long-range planning decisions.<br>• Oversee plant and corporate accounting activities to ensure financial statements, operational reports, and supporting analyses are accurate, timely, and consistent.<br>• Direct cash planning activities by monitoring liquidity, evaluating working capital needs, and supporting borrowing and capital allocation decisions.<br>• Lead core finance functions such as general accounting, receivables, payables, payroll, credit, and plant controllership to maintain strong day-to-day financial operations.<br>• Establish and maintain internal controls that reduce risk, protect company assets, and support compliance with financial, tax, and regulatory requirements.<br>• Coordinate audits, insurance-related financial matters, and contract compliance activities while addressing issues that could affect business performance.<br>• Drive improvements in financial and operational systems to increase reporting quality, transaction efficiency, and decision-making across business units.<br>• Serve as a key financial representative to banks, investors, board stakeholders, and external business partners by providing clear reporting and analysis.<br>• Analyze manufacturing costs, inventory activity, and standard costing results to identify trends, improve margin visibility, and support operational performance.<br>• Manage the month-end close process and ensure all reporting deadlines are met with a high degree of accuracy and accountability.
<p>We are looking for an accomplished tax leader to oversee sophisticated investment-related tax matters with a growing Investment Management firm in the Minneapolis MN Market. This role works closely with senior leadership, investment professionals, legal partners, and outside advisors to guide transaction analysis, entity structuring, compliance oversight, and tax planning. The ideal candidate brings strong technical depth, practical judgment, and the ability to manage complex issues independently while supporting broader business objectives in a fast-moving environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Evaluate the tax impact of prospective and active investments across multiple investment strategies. </p><p>• Design and implement tax-efficient ownership and investment structures for U.S. taxable, tax-exempt, and non-U.S. investors.</p><p>• Collaborate with legal and deal teams to review, interpret, and negotiate fund formation and transaction documents with tax implications.</p><p>• Prepare and maintain clear written analyses, memoranda, and internal guidance that document tax conclusions, assumptions, and risk considerations.</p><p>• Direct federal, state, and international tax compliance activities for funds and related entities, including estimates, return review, and distribution planning.</p><p>• Advise investment stakeholders on tax issues tied to acquisitions, restructurings, exits, and other liquidity events, highlighting risks and planning opportunities.</p><p>• Lead audit and controversy support efforts by coordinating responses to tax authority inquiries and helping defend positions taken on filed returns.</p><p>• Drive tax-related projects, strengthen internal controls and documentation practices, and support improvements in scalable processes and technology.</p><p>• Manage relationships with external tax advisors, service providers, and relevant tax authorities while elevating significant policy or strategic matters to senior tax leadership.with</p>
<p>We’re partnering with an organization seeking a Director of Internal Audit to lead internal audit, risk management, and advisory initiatives across a designated business segment. This role will oversee strategic, financial, operational, and IT audits; develop risk-based audit plans; coordinate external and third-party audits; and evaluate business processes, systems, and internal controls. The Director will partner closely with leadership to communicate findings, develop practical solutions, establish audit priorities, and strengthen the organization’s overall risk management strategy. This individual will also lead and develop the internal audit team, manage staffing and co-sourcing strategies, and oversee departmental budgets and forecasts. This is a high-impact leadership opportunity for an experienced audit professional looking to influence business strategy and organizational performance.</p><p><br></p><p>This opportunity comes with medical, dental/vision, life insurance, PTO, LTIs, and much more! </p>
<p>We are looking for a Private Equity Associate to join a dynamic investment team in Twin Cities, Minnesota. In this role, you will help assess private equity investment opportunities by combining rigorous financial analysis with thoughtful market research. You will also contribute to portfolio oversight and support strategic discussions that shape investment decisions.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Partner with the private equity team to assess potential fund investments opportunities.</p><p>• Perform detailed research on industries, competitive landscapes, and individual businesses to support investment recommendations.</p><p>• Build and refine financial models, valuation work, and investment materials used in transaction evaluation and decision-making.</p><p>• Track the performance and developments of existing portfolio companies highlighting key risks and opportunities.</p><p>• Prepare concise analyses and presentation content for internal review meetings, including investment committee discussions.</p><p>• Support strategic initiatives and ad hoc projects that advance the objectives of the private equity firm.</p>
We are looking for an experienced Senior Portfolio Analyst to support portfolio performance evaluation and investor-focused reporting in Minneapolis, Minnesota. This role is ideal for a finance specialist who can translate complex investment results into clear, decision-ready insights for stakeholders. The position will play a key role in analyzing asset and deal performance, preparing high-quality materials for leadership, and helping maintain strong communication with investors and internal partners.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Evaluate portfolio and individual deal results to identify trends, explain performance drivers, and highlight notable variances.<br>• Prepare recurring and ad hoc performance reports that present financial outcomes in a clear and meaningful way for business stakeholders.<br>• Develop investor reporting materials that communicate fund and portfolio results with accuracy, consistency, and clarity.<br>• Review investment activity and portfolio developments to support informed discussions around asset performance and strategic priorities.<br>• Create executive- and board-ready presentations that summarize findings, recommendations, and key financial insights.<br>• Partner with investors, investment teams, and senior leaders to respond to questions and provide timely analytical support.<br>• Consolidate financial data from multiple sources to improve the quality and reliability of reporting outputs.<br>• Contribute to presentation and reporting processes by refining analysis and ensuring materials are prepared for leadership review.
<p>Our small CPA firm client is looking for a Tax Manager to join their firm by end of November. Unlimited PTO, 100% paid benefits for employee,</p><p>CPA or EA ideal. Hybrid environment with good work/life balance and short busy season. Experience with individual and small business required. If you are interested, please reach out confidentially on LinkedIn @Jennifer Exsted.</p><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for a Finance Manager to support research and development finance activities for a large organization in Minneapolis, Minnesota. This Long-term Contract position will serve as a strategic finance partner, guiding monthly reporting, project analysis, and budget planning while working closely with cross-functional stakeholders. The role combines hands-on financial management with business case support, forecast development, and presentation preparation for leadership discussions.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Partner with research and development stakeholders to provide financial guidance, answer ongoing questions, and deliver timely support for business needs.</p><p>• Oversee monthly financial close activities and prepare regular reporting for the Interventional and Visualase therapy portfolios.</p><p>• Build, update, and maintain business case models for active and proposed projects, ensuring assumptions and financial impacts are clearly documented.</p><p>• Collaborate with project teams to gather and consolidate inputs for forecasts, budget submissions, and leadership-ready financial summaries.</p><p>• Contribute as the finance representative on core project teams, offering insight into investment decisions, risks, and performance trends.</p><p>• Lead annual budget planning activities for projects and cost centers by working closely with business partners to develop accurate outlooks.</p><p>• Prepare clear presentations and status updates that translate financial results into actionable business insights for management.</p><p>• Respond to ad hoc analysis requests throughout the month, using data to support decision-making and operational priorities.</p>
<p>We are looking for a hands-on Bank Operations Manager to lead daily back-office activities while remaining actively involved in core processing work in Minneapolis, Minnesota. This position oversees deposit, payment, business banking, and related operational functions to maintain accuracy, timeliness, and a high standard of client service. The role also works closely with internal partners to strengthen workflows, support product and process enhancements, and uphold regulatory and policy requirements across operations.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct the day-to-day work of back-office banking operations.</p><p>• Guide team members through operational challenges, remove obstacles that affect service delivery, and create a responsive environment focused on client satisfaction and productivity.</p><p>• Monitor transaction processing to ensure work is completed accurately, on schedule, and in alignment with service expectations.</p><p>• Evaluate existing procedures, identify inefficiencies, and implement practical improvements that increase consistency, control, and operational effectiveness.</p><p>• Partner with other departments on new offerings, workflow updates, and operational initiatives to support business goals and smooth execution.</p><p>• Maintain current procedure documentation and ensure operating guidelines are clearly defined, accessible, and regularly updated.</p><p>• Perform quality reviews and oversight activities to reduce exceptions, strengthen controls, and address operational risk proactively.</p><p>• Reinforce compliance with applicable banking regulations, internal policies, and established procedures across all client transactions and team activities.</p><p>• Provide coaching, training, and tools that help employees follow standards, build knowledge, and deliver reliable results.</p>
We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager to lead a short-term Contract engagement based in Eden Prairie, Minnesota. This role will focus on strengthening layaway-related accounting by reviewing historical activity, resolving discrepancies, and helping create a more reliable reconciliation process. The person in this position will partner closely with accounting leadership to assess vendor transactions, improve supporting documentation, and deliver a stable, accurate approach for future reporting. This assignment is expected to run for approximately 3-4 weeks.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Examine historical accounting activity over a multi-year period, with concentrated attention on the most recent year, to identify issues affecting layaway-related balances.<br>• Reconcile invoice activity and supporting records across a group of 15-20 vendors to confirm accuracy and completeness.<br>• Follow transactions through the full layaway cycle, from customer activity to vendor billing and payment application, to verify end-to-end accounting treatment.<br>• Investigate variances caused by manual postings and fixed adjustments, then determine and execute appropriate corrections.<br>• Partner with the Controller and Staff Accountant to unwind unsupported entries and restore proper account support.<br>• Recommend practical improvements that reduce manual effort, including batch updates, uploads, or more efficient system-based methods.<br>• Help define a dependable go-forward reconciliation process that supports accurate balances through year-end.<br>• Prepare clear documentation of findings, corrective actions, and process recommendations for accounting leadership.<br>• Support work within Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, including review of the accrued layaway liability memo process when assessing account accuracy.
<p>We are looking for an experienced corporate tax leader to guide the organization’s tax strategy, reporting, and compliance activities in Minneapolis, Minnesota. This role will play a key part in shaping tax planning decisions, supporting financial reporting, and advising on domestic and international matters that affect the business. The ideal candidate brings deep technical knowledge, strong leadership capability, and the ability to partner effectively across finance and operational teams.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct the preparation and review of quarterly and year-end tax provision activities, including effective tax rate analysis, financial statement disclosures, and assessment of tax-related reporting impacts.</p><p>• Oversee domestic and global tax filing obligations to ensure accurate, complete, and timely submission of income, indirect, and other required returns while coordinating work with outside advisors.</p><p>• Design and implement tax strategies that align with broader business goals, improve the company’s overall tax position, and balance opportunity with appropriate risk management.</p><p>• Advise leadership on complex tax matters tied to international growth, transfer pricing, financing structures, equity compensation, research incentives, and capitalization rules such as Section 174.</p><p>• Lead oversight of international tax operations, including intercompany arrangements, foreign entity considerations, cross-border compliance, and evaluation of permanent establishment exposure.</p><p>• Manage tax examinations, disputes, and communications with tax authorities while maintaining strong documentation practices and effective governance controls.</p><p>• Champion enhancements in tax processes, automation, and supporting technology to improve accuracy, efficiency, and scalability across the function.</p><p>• Build, mentor, and lead a strong tax team, serving as the senior internal expert and providing direction to external firms and advisors.</p><p>• Collaborate closely with accounting and business leaders to support compliance, financial reporting, strategic planning, and company growth initiatives.</p>
We are looking for a Senior Audit Manager to join a growing audit and risk oversight function. This role is suited for an experienced, detail-oriented individual who can lead complex audit engagements, evaluate control environments, and communicate meaningful insights to stakeholders across the organization. The position offers the opportunity to strengthen governance, risk management, and compliance practices while guiding project execution and supporting continuous improvement across audit activities.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead complex audit and compliance reviews by defining objectives, organizing testing activities, and delivering clear conclusions to management on control effectiveness and risk exposure.<br>• Assess governance, risk, and internal control frameworks using a disciplined audit approach designed to identify gaps and support stronger business practices.<br>• Analyze control issues, determine their significance, and develop practical recommendations that balance risk reduction with operational efficiency.<br>• Track remediation efforts, review evidence of corrective actions, and confirm when issues have been fully addressed and are ready for closure.<br>• Oversee multiple assigned projects by directing priorities, maintaining timelines, and ensuring work products meet quality and documentation standards.<br>• Provide day-to-day leadership to team members and peers, offering guidance that strengthens audit execution and builds broader business understanding.<br>• Escalate obstacles that may affect deadlines or scope, and work with relevant risk, compliance, and control partners to keep engagements on track.<br>• Perform risk assessments in complex areas and recommend updates to audit coverage and methodology so resources remain focused on the most important risk areas.
We are looking for a versatile tax specialist to join a family office in Minneapolis, Minnesota, and take a leading role across tax oversight, investment support, and administrative operations. This position is well suited for someone who can move comfortably between detailed technical work and broader cross-functional coordination while maintaining strong judgment and organization. The role offers the opportunity to improve workflows, support portfolio reporting, and manage tax matters for individuals, trusts, partnerships, and related entities.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct the full tax cycle for individuals, trusts, partnerships, and affiliated entities, including planning activities, information gathering, review coordination, issue follow-up, and timely filing completion.<br>• Partner with outside accountants, legal counsel, banks, insurance advisors, investment advisors, and other service providers to keep priorities aligned and deliverables moving forward.<br>• Strengthen internal operations by identifying inefficiencies and implementing better approaches for documentation, reporting, timelines, and handoffs between parties.<br>• Assist with investment operations by preparing and organizing subscription paperwork, transaction support materials, and related records for new commitments.<br>• Maintain accurate portfolio documentation, including diligence materials, investment notes, and performance-related records across a range of holdings.<br>• Contribute to periodic portfolio analysis and reporting by entering, reconciling, and validating data used for performance tracking.<br>• Oversee tax reporting items such as information returns and help monitor matters involving charitable giving, interest expense considerations, and business activity reporting.<br>• Support entity administration and treasury activities, including payment coordination, wire processing, banking confirmations, and cash movement oversight.<br>• Provide assistance with insurance renewal activity by helping review coverage needs and coordinating premium-related processing.