We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join a business services organization in Plymouth, Minnesota. This position supports daily accounting operations with a strong focus on cash application, collections activity, and accounts payable accuracy, while also contributing to month-end close and financial reporting. The ideal candidate brings broad accounting knowledge, strong Excel skills, and the ability to work across multiple financial processes with accuracy and consistency.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Apply customer payments accurately and promptly while resolving account discrepancies and helping release orders placed on hold due to outstanding balances.<br>• Review customer account activity, monitor overdue receivables, and assess credit information to support sound credit decisions and reporting.<br>• Process vendor invoices using three-way matching to confirm proper documentation, pricing, and receipt before payment is issued.<br>• Prepare payment support for check runs by organizing selected invoices and verifying them against corresponding disbursements.<br>• Identify and record accounts payable accruals to support an accurate and timely month-end close process.<br>• Assist the Controller with close activities by preparing journal entries, completing reconciliations, and analyzing financial data.<br>• Use Excel to organize, interpret, and report accounting information in a way that supports operational and financial decision-making.<br>• Follow established accounting controls and procedures while recommending practical improvements that enhance efficiency and accuracy.<br>• Provide cross-functional support across accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, and other accounting duties as business needs require.
<p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to support accurate and timely payroll operations for an organization based in Otsego, Minnesota. This Long-term Contract position is well suited for someone who is confident managing payroll activities from start to finish, maintaining compliance, and handling employee pay records with care. The ideal candidate brings strong organizational skills, sound judgment with sensitive information, and hands-on experience processing payroll for a mid-sized workforce.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process payroll from initial data review through final submission, ensuring employees are paid correctly and on schedule.</p><p>• Maintain payroll records by verifying hours, earnings, deductions, and other pay-related information for accuracy.</p><p>• Administer garnishments, withholdings, and other required adjustments in accordance with applicable guidelines.</p><p>• Review payroll changes such as new hires, status updates, and compensation adjustments before each pay cycle.</p><p>• Investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies by working closely with internal contacts and supporting documentation.</p><p>• Prepare payroll-related reports and assist with audits, reconciliations, and recordkeeping needs.</p><p>• Help support payroll-related administrative tasks, including updates tied to process or system changes when needed.</p>