Staff Accountant - Minneapolis
20 hours ago
Job description
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our client's team in Saint Paul, Minnesota. This is a long-term contract position that offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to financial operations.The role requires a strong background in accounting and compliance, with a focus on month-end close processes and financial reporting.
Responsibilities:
- Prepare and analyze journal entries, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.
- Perform account reconciliations to maintain the integrity of financial records.
- Oversee month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close procedures to ensure timely reporting.
- Collaborate with external auditors by providing required documentation and supporting materials.
- Monitor financial data and trends to assist in strategic decision-making processes.
- Review and improve internal controls to optimize accounting workflows.
- Assist in budgeting, forecasting, and conducting variance analyses to support fiscal management.
- Ensure compliance with government accounting regulations and internal policies.
- Utilize Excel for data analysis, including VLOOKUPs and pivot tables.
- Coordinate with teams to implement process enhancements for operational efficiency.
Please submit your resume and call for review and consideration.
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- Proven experience in month-end close processes and journal entry preparation.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including intermediate functions like VLOOKUPs and pivot tables.
- Strong knowledge of general ledger accounting and financial statement preparation.
- Familiarity with government accounting standards and compliance requirements.
- Detail-oriented with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Effective communication skills for collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
- Experience with Infor LN software is a plus but not required.
Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies.
We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.
Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available including medical, vision, dental, life and disability insurance.
Employees hired for our FTEP Program are also eligible to enroll in our company's 401(k) or deferred compensation plan (if eligible).
FTEP employees also earn paid time off for vacation, personal needs, and sick time and paid holidays.The amount of Choice Time Off (CTO) received varies based on years of service and is pro-rated based on the hours worked per week.
A new FTEP employee earns up to 13 days of CTO and up to 10 paid holidays per calendar year.
Learn more at2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "Apply Now," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use and Privacy Notice.
Similar jobs
Staff Accountant I (Fund Accounting) · — 5 Openings · Hybrid Remote · Locations: · Minneapolis, MN · | Columbus, OH | Philadelphia, PA | Albany, NY | New York City, NY · Entry-Level Friendly | Recent Grads Encouraged to Apply · Are you a recent graduate with a strong interest in ...
6 hours ago
Excellent opportunity to launch your career with a growing financial services team supporting investment funds and institutional clients. · Maintain daily cash transactions and general ledger for client funds · Prepare quarterly financial statements and supporting schedules · ...
1 month ago
This is an excellent opportunity to launch your career with a growing financial services team supporting investment funds and institutional clients. · ...
1 month ago
The Staff Accountant supports the day-to-day accounting operations of the organization. · This role assists with maintaining accurate financial records. · The Staff Accountant works closely with senior accounting staff to ensure compliance with accounting standards. · ...
3 weeks ago
The Staff Accountant is responsible for ensuring the accuracy and completeness of general ledger data to support the timely and accurate preparation of financial statements.This role also supports process improvement efforts by identifying opportunities to improve information flo ...
1 week ago
The Staff Accountant will be responsible for day-to-day accounting tasks located in our Arden Hills headquarters. · Located in our Arden Hills Minnesota headquarters the Staff Accountant will be responsible for day-to-day accounting tasks including but not limited to preparing an ...
2 weeks ago
The Staff Accountant is responsible for ensuring the accuracy and completeness of general ledger data to support the timely and accurate preparation of financial statements. · Prepare and/or coordinate processing of accounts payable transactions including: inbound and outbound fr ...
2 weeks ago
We are a small team-oriented accounting office looking for a skilled Staff Accountant to support both our tax and general accounting work. · ...
1 month ago
Crystal Farms Dairy Company busca un Staff Accountant responsable de preparar registros contables y reconciliaciones. · ...
3 weeks ago
Lensa is a career site that helps job seekers find great jobs in the US. We are not a staffing firm or agency. · Preparing bank reconciliations for each of the communities throughout the month · ...
1 month ago
The Staff Accountant is responsible for ensuring the accuracy and completeness of general ledger data to support the timely and accurate preparation of financial statements. · ...
3 days ago
We harbor a passion for quality food and seek out the very best talent that fosters the company's culture of ownership and accountability. · Whether working on a new product, interacting with consumers, or giving back to the community - passion for cheese is always present in all ...
1 month ago
This role is ideal for someone who is comfortable owning core accounting functions, enjoys working independently in a hands-on environment, and can step in to help keep day-to-day operations running smoothly. · Perform heavy bank reconciliations across multiple operating and trus ...
1 month ago
We're partnering with a Plymouth-based organization to add a Staff Accountant to their growing accounting team. · This role offers broad exposure across general ledger accounting, month-end close, and sales and use tax, · with the opportunity to work closely with leadership in a ...
1 week ago
The Staff Accountant will be responsible for providing accurate and timely processing and payment of vendor invoices and credit card transactions. They will assist in certain month end and year end activities along with other special projects as necessary. · ...
1 week ago
+ Job summary: Vireo Health is a cannabis company seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to handle day-to-day accounting operations across multiple states. · + Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Accounting and 1-3 years of accounting experience or equivalent combination of ...
1 week ago
The Staff Accountant serves as a team leader in the finance department, · ensuring the department maintains accurate, timely financial records for the organization.This position is largely a sedentary role requiring typical office equipment. · ...
2 weeks ago
The Staff Accountant serves as a team leader in the finance department ensuring accurate financial records. · Reviews records of accounts to ensure accuracy · Preparing sales tax returns · ...
1 month ago
The Staff Accountant will assist with month-end close, journal entries, reconciling accounts and preparing for yearly financial audits. · ...
1 month ago
The Staff Accountant serves as a team leader in the finance department, ensuring the department maintains accurate, timely financial records for the organization. · Reviews records of accounts to ensure accuracy · Preparing and filing sales tax and PPT returns · Administrative du ...
2 weeks ago
The Staff Accountant supports the organization's daily accounting operations with a primary emphasis on accounts payable.This role is responsible for ensuring timely and accurate vendor payments managing general ledger entries performing reconciliations and assisting with financi ...
3 weeks ago