Accountant

Careers; Cottage Grove (MN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life insurance

Medical benefits

401(k) with company match

Monthly Team Share bonuses

Job summary

North Star Sheets in Cottage Grove, MN is seeking an Accountant to maintain accurate accounting records and ensure policy adherence. The role emphasizes day-to-day accounting functions and collaboration with the Controller.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree in accounting and 1–3 years of experience with AP, AR, and GL. You will work in the office five days per week, with potential extended hours for month-end duties and involvement in monthly and yearly close processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or similar field.
• 1–3 years’ experience with Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, General Ledger.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate accounting records and ensure policy compliance.
• Assist with month-end close, year-end close, and audits.
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts and perform reconciliations.
• Process vendor invoices and payments; review credits.
• Prepare end-of-month accruals for freight, in-transit stock and accounts payable.
• Maintain fixed assets records and depreciation schedules.
• Collaborate with Controller and team; communicate findings clearly.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Time management

Independent work

Excel

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Job description

North Star Sheets, an affiliate of Schwarz Partners, a corrugated manufacturing industry leader, currently has exciting opportunities available for an Accountant in Cottage Grove, MN!

As an Accountant, you will be responsible for maintaining the integrity and accuracy of accounting records by ensuring compliance with accounting policies and procedures.

North Star Sheets truly values our employees as our greatest asset, and we strive to support both you and your family at work and in life.

Check out the video below to see what we do!

North Star Sheets

Essential Job Functions for this Position:

• Accountant provides clear directions, technical guidance and support for the performance of less complex day-to-day accounting functions and other daily activities in the department
• Demonstrate a solid understanding of the balance sheet account reconciliation process; complete accurate and compliant reconciliations in accordance with the company guidelines
• Perform a variety of reconciliations and resolve any discrepancies
• Assist with cash flow management
• Make recommendations to improve any accounting process
• Work effectively and professionally with all levels of the organization and outside parties to resolve any issues. Maintain excellent verbal and written communication with all parties
• Maintain fixed assets program, including adding, disposing, and adjusting depreciable assets, as well as collecting all relevant paperwork for each asset in the fixed asset file
• Assist Controller with month end closing, year-end closing, and annual audit duties
• Calculate and prepare end-of-month accruals for open freight and in transit roll stock
• Review and issue credits as needed
• Reconcile roll stock invoices to Axiom and enter in Great Plains program
• Calculate and prepare end of month accruals for accounts payable
• Receive, apply and post checks and credit memos from customers
• Maintain all vendor files
• Thorough knowledge of functional area and department processes and ability to back up all accounting duties in the absence of the Controller
• Position would be required to work in the office 5 days per week. Must be able to work extended hours/weekends if needed for month end duties
• Prepare and assist with daily and monthly reporting – both routine and as requested
• Perform all other duties as assigned

Required Education / Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or similar field
• Minimum of 1-3 years’ experience with Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, General Ledger

Required Skills

• Possess a high degree of accuracy and analytical skills
• Proficient in Microsoft office; advanced level in Excel program
• Excellent time management skills and well organized
• Must be able to work independently in a fast-paced team environment

As an industry leader North Star Sheets offers:

• Exceptional pay and great, affordable benefits (including life, medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match and more) *Company 401(k) match tops out at 3%
• Monthly Team Share bonuses – Earn a bonus equal to a percentage of your monthly wages based on plant performance. Our average percentage over the last 5 years has been 14.5%. Starts after your 1st full month of employment.
• Upward mobility opportunities for growth, training, and career advancement
• A respectful, empowering, team-oriented and employee-friendly environment

Hiring Salary Range: $65,000-$75,000

If you would like to be part of a forward-thinking team, culture of excellence, and customer-focused reliability, navigate the sky and choose North Star Sheets!

Our organization is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.