<p>Robert Half is partnering with a northeast Iowa manufacturer in search of an experienced Cost Accountant to support manufacturing finance activities. </p><p><br></p><p>This position focuses on analyzing product costs, maintaining accurate standard costing, and delivering financial insight that helps improve operational performance. The ideal candidate brings strong expertise in cost accounting within a manufacturing environment and can translate detailed data into practical recommendations for business decisions.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Analyze production costs, material usage, labor, and overhead to provide clear insight into manufacturing performance.</p><p>• Maintain and review standard cost structures to ensure accurate product costing and reliable financial reporting.</p><p>• Partner with operations and finance teams to investigate cost variances and identify underlying business drivers.</p><p>• Prepare recurring and ad hoc cost analysis reports that support budgeting, forecasting, and management decisions.</p><p>• Monitor inventory valuation and reconcile cost-related data to maintain accuracy across accounting records.</p><p>• Evaluate manufacturing processes and spending trends to recommend opportunities for improved cost control and efficiency.</p>
We are looking for an Accounting Analyst to support essential financial operations for a service-focused organization in Lakeville, Minnesota. This Long-term Contract position is well suited for an organized individual who can manage day-to-day accounting activity while helping maintain accurate records and timely reporting. The role offers an opportunity to contribute across multiple accounting functions, including payables, receivables, billing, and reconciliations.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process vendor invoices and payment activity with a strong focus on accuracy, timeliness, and proper documentation.<br>• Manage customer invoicing and incoming payments, ensuring account balances are updated and discrepancies are addressed promptly.<br>• Perform regular account reconciliations to verify financial data, investigate variances, and maintain clean records.<br>• Support billing operations by preparing charges, reviewing supporting details, and resolving invoice-related questions.<br>• Assist with general accounting tasks such as journal support, record maintenance, and transaction review.<br>• Collaborate with internal teams to gather financial information and help improve the consistency of accounting processes.<br>• Monitor outstanding items in payables and receivables and follow through to ensure issues are resolved efficiently.
We are looking for an Accounting Analyst to support core financial operations for a service-focused organization in Lakeville, Minnesota. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who is detail oriented and can manage day-to-day accounting activities, maintain accurate records, and help keep billing and cash flow processes running smoothly. The role offers an opportunity to contribute across payables, receivables, reconciliations, and other essential accounting functions in a collaborative environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process vendor invoices, verify supporting documentation, and coordinate timely payment activities to maintain accurate accounts payable records.<br>• Monitor incoming payments, apply cash receipts, and follow up on outstanding balances to support efficient accounts receivable operations.<br>• Prepare customer invoices and billing adjustments while ensuring charges are entered correctly and aligned with internal records.<br>• Reconcile general ledger accounts and subledgers by researching discrepancies and resolving variances in a timely manner.<br>• Assist with routine accounting tasks, including journal entry support, transaction review, and maintenance of organized financial documentation.<br>• Review financial data for completeness and accuracy, helping to strengthen reporting reliability and daily accounting controls.<br>• Partner with internal stakeholders to answer accounting-related questions and provide updates on payment, billing, and reconciliation activity.
<p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll and AP Specialist to support payroll and accounting operations for a transport organization near Hampton, Minnesota. This Contract position is ideal for someone who can manage payroll accurately while assisting with day-to-day payables tasks. The role requires strong organization, sound judgment with confidential information, and the ability to keep financial records current and precise.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Administer in-house payroll from start to finish for a workforce of fewer than 100 employees, ensuring timely and accurate pay processing.</p><p>• Maintain payroll records, verify hours and earnings data, and resolve discrepancies before finalizing each payroll cycle.</p><p>• Handle employee wage garnishments and other payroll deductions in compliance with applicable requirements.</p><p>• Process multi-state payroll transactions while applying appropriate tax and withholding considerations.</p><p>• Use QuickBooks Desktop to record payroll activity and support routine bookkeeping functions.</p><p>• Manage accounts payable tasks, including reviewing invoices, preparing payments, and completing check runs.</p><p>• Reconcile payroll and payable information with internal financial records to support accuracy and reporting.</p><p>• Assist with general clerical and accounting support related to payroll, vendor payments, and document organization.</p>
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to support daily payment operations for an organization based in Faribault, Minnesota. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who brings accuracy, organization, and a strong understanding of invoice handling in a fast-paced accounting environment. The person in this role will help maintain timely vendor payments, ensure financial records are properly documented, and contribute to smooth accounts payable workflows.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Review incoming invoices for accuracy, completeness, and proper approval before processing them for payment.<br>• Assign correct accounting codes to invoices and enter payment details into the accounts payable system with a high level of precision.<br>• Prepare and process check runs according to established schedules and internal controls.<br>• Maintain organized records of invoices, payment activity, and supporting documentation for audit and reference purposes.<br>• Communicate with vendors and internal teams to resolve discrepancies, missing details, and payment-related questions.<br>• Monitor outstanding payables to help ensure invoices are paid within agreed terms and deadlines.
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to join a team in Lakeville, Minnesota on a Contract basis. This position focuses on accurate invoice handling, timely payment coordination, and thorough financial record maintenance. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, sound judgment in resolving discrepancies, and experience supporting daily accounts payable operations.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Review supplier invoices against purchase orders and receiving records, or secure appropriate approval for non-purchase order invoices before posting them to the correct general ledger accounts.<br>• Record international inventory receipts by validating shipping and commercial documents against purchase order information.<br>• Research mismatches involving receipts, invoice amounts, and purchase order details, then work with internal teams and vendors to resolve issues promptly.<br>• Manage vendor-related billing concerns such as credits, returns, and disputed charges, including completion of supporting paperwork.<br>• Track due dates and available payment discounts, organize payment timing, and prepare disbursements to vendors through standard payment methods.<br>• Reconcile corporate card activity and supporting receipts to bank records to maintain complete and accurate documentation.<br>• Respond to vendor questions and assist with statement reviews to help keep account balances current and accurate.