Accounting Specialist (up to $75k/yr)

Ledgent; BLOOMINGTON (MN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits

PTO

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Ledgent Finance and Accounting seeks an experienced accounting professional to join a respected business services firm near Bloomington, MN. The role focuses on AP/AR processing, invoicing, reconciliations, and month-end close within a full-time, 8am-5pm schedule.

The ideal candidate holds 2+ years of accounting experience and an associate/bachelor’s in accounting/finance, with strong Excel and accounting software skills. Full benefits and career growth opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of accounting, bookkeeping, AP, AR, or related experience.
• Knowledge of basic accounting principles and financial processes.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Process and maintain accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions.
• Review, code, and enter invoices with proper approvals and documentation.
• Prepare and process customer invoices, payments, and account adjustments.
• Perform bank, credit card, and general ledger reconciliations.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities.
• Prepare journal entries and maintain accurate accounting records.
• Monitor outstanding receivables and assist with collections.
• Support financial reporting by preparing schedules and documentation.
• Maintain vendor and customer account records.
• Assist with audit requests and compliance documentation.
• Ensure adherence to company policies and internal controls.
• Participate in process improvement initiatives and special projects.

Skills

Accounting experience

Excel proficiency

Accounting software

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/Business

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

Ledgent Finance and Accounting has a prominent business services company located near the Bloomington MN area needing to add to tehir Accounting Team!

• Pay: $65,000-$75,000/yr
• Mon-Fri 8am-5pm
• Full Benefits PTO and more!

Ledgent Finance and Accounting has a prominent business services company located near the Bloomington MN area needing to add to tehir Accounting Team!

• Pay: $65,000-$75,000/yr
• Mon-Fri 8am-5pm
• Career Growth Opportunities
• Full Benefits PTO and more!

Key Responsibilities

• Process and maintain accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions.
• Review, code, and enter invoices while ensuring proper approvals and supporting documentation.
• Prepare and process customer invoices, payments, and account adjustments.
• Perform bank, credit card, and general ledger account reconciliations.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities.
• Prepare journal entries and maintain accurate accounting records.
• Monitor outstanding receivables and assist with collections efforts.
• Research and resolve payment discrepancies, vendor inquiries, and customer billing issues.
• Support financial reporting by preparing schedules and documentation.
• Maintain vendor and customer account records.
• Assist with audit requests and compliance documentation.
• Ensure adherence to company policies, internal controls, and accounting procedures.
• Participate in process improvement initiatives and special projects as assigned.

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field, or equivalent work experience.
• 2+ years of accounting, bookkeeping, AP, AR, or related experience.
• Knowledge of basic accounting principles and financial processes.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.