Accountant II - Detail‑Driven Payroll & GL Specialist

Theuniversityunion; La Crescent (MN); On-site; USD 46,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

The Accountant II at ABLE, Inc. will manage day-to-day financial operations including payroll, AR/AP, general ledger maintenance, and financial reporting. The role supports the agency's mission and values through accurate accounting and collaboration with internal departments.

Strong organization, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team are essential. Work is in office with occasional travel; requires 2-year degree and 3–5 years accounting experience;

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree in Accounting required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• 3–5 years of professional accounting experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel) and accounting software (Quick Books).
• High level of organization, accuracy, and confidentiality.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Must work respectfully with coworkers, people supported, and the public.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel locally if needed.

Responsibilities

• Process full-cycle payroll, including status changes, timesheet reviews, deductions, and tax filings.
• Verify payroll summaries for accuracy of payee, hours, deductions, and pay amounts.
• Maintain payroll-related spreadsheets (PLT, holiday worked, scheduled hours, benefits, 401k, etc.).
• Process accounts receivable, accounts payable, and purchase orders.
• Submit requests for intrafund transfers.
• Reconcile the general ledger and all bank accounts monthly.
• Maintain and reconcile petty cash.
• Submit accurate billing to state and county funding sources.
• Coordinate with program staff to reconcile people supported’s bank accounts.
• Review and allocate vehicle mileage logs.
• Maintain and generate year-end fixed asset reports.
• Prepare and present monthly financials for Board review.
• Perform all required year-end financial and reporting activities.

Skills

Accounting experience

Payroll processing

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Associate’s Degree in Accounting

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel)

Accounting software (Great Plains)

QuickBooks

Job description

The Accountant II at ABLE, Inc. will manage day-to-day financial operations including payroll, AR/AP, general ledger maintenance, and financial reporting. The role supports the agency's mission and values through accurate accounting and collaboration with internal departments.

Strong organization, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team are essential. Work is in office with occasional travel; requires 2-year degree and 3–5 years accounting experience;