Accounting Manager: GAAP & Close Oversight

The ONeil Search Group; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

North Wind is seeking an Accounting Manager in St Paul, MN to oversee day-to-day accounting operations and ensure accurate, timely financial reporting. The role leads the close process, GL activity, reconciliations, AP, cash, fixed assets, and internal controls while supporting Finance leadership.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field, 7+ years of experience, strong GAAP knowledge, and leadership capabilities; US citizenship is required by security

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or related discipline.
• 7+ years of progressively responsible accounting experience, including general ledger, financial reporting, and month-end close.
• Experience leading, supervising, or providing oversight to accounting staff is preferred.
• US citizenship is required due to security requirements.

Responsibilities

• Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual accounting close processes; coordinate journal entries and ensure timely financial reporting.
• Oversee general ledger accounting, reconciliations, accruals, fixed assets, and related schedules.
• Support preparation of financial statements and management reporting with variance and trend analysis.
• Provide oversight of accounts payable, cash receipts, and banking activities; ensure proper approvals and controls.
• Strengthen accounting processes and internal controls to ensure audit readiness and GAAP compliance.
• Lead and develop accounting staff; set priorities, review work, and monitor deadlines.
• Ensure compliance with government contracting requirements including FAR, CAS, and related regulations.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Analytical thinking

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related discipline

Tools

Deltek Costpoint

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

North Wind is seeking an Accounting Manager in St Paul, MN to oversee day-to-day accounting operations and ensure accurate, timely financial reporting. The role leads the close process, GL activity, reconciliations, AP, cash, fixed assets, and internal controls while supporting Finance leadership.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field, 7+ years of experience, strong GAAP knowledge, and leadership capabilities; US citizenship is required by security