Assistant Controller

North Star Resource Group; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus potential

Generous PTO

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Short Term Disability

Long Term Disability

401K match

Job summary

North Star Resource Group is seeking an Assistant Controller to lead the accounting function, oversee internal controls, and coordinate with advisors and staff. The role emphasizes process improvement, staff supervision, and accurate financial reporting within a financial services environment.

The candidate should have a bachelor’s in accounting (CPA preferred), 3–5 years in accounting, and strong proficiency in ERP systems (Great Plains, Business Central) and QuickBooks.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting; CPA preferred.
• 3–5 years experience in accounting, financials, and financial services preferred.
• Previous experience supervising accounting staff preferred.
• ERP accounting systems familiarity (e.g., Great Plains, Business Central); strong QuickBooks and related software knowledge.
• Strong curiosity and ability to identify and implement process improvements; AI in accounting is a plus.
• Extremely high attention to detail and accuracy; confidentiality.
• Excellent Excel skills and ability to work with large data files.

Responsibilities

• Oversee accounting department and internal auditing.
• Supervise, train and mentor accounting dept staff.
• Serve as liaison between advisors and the accounting team.
• Oversee AP/AR workflows.
• Test and maintain internal financial controls.
• Oversee benefits administration.
• Oversee advisor commissions process.
• Reconcile complex bank and general ledger accounts.
• Assist with tax preparation and filings.
• Manage client/vendor relationships (office supplies, rent, copiers).
• Oversee accounting for NS-related organizations (NS Tax, NSRG Ventures, Charitable Foundation).

Skills

Supervising accounting staff

Microsoft Excel

Great Plains

Business Central

QuickBooks

Other accounting software

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

CPA preferred

Tools

Great Plains

Business Central

QuickBooks

Job description

Position : Assistant Controller
Reports to : Controller

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:

• $100,000 - $125,000 depending on qualifications and experience
• Bonus potential
• Generous PTO package
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short Term & Long-Term Disability
• 401K match

ORGANIZATION/BUSINESS OVERVIEW:

North Star Resource Group is an independent financial services firm helping our clients start and stay on the path to financial security. We are committed to your complete financial wellness; whatever life may bring.
We are looking for individuals to join our company that live our core values:

• Responsibility
• Faith
• Integrity
• Growth
• Gratitude
• Service

POSITION SUMMARY:

The purpose of this position is to oversee and assist with various processes in the accounting department. Essential Functions:

Oversee accounting department and internal auditing

• Supervise, train and mentor accounting dept staff
• Serve as a liaison between advisors and the accounting team
• Oversee/handle accounts payable and receivable workflows
• Test and maintain internal financial controls
• Oversee team member benefits administration
• Oversee advisor commissions process
• Reconcile complex bank and general ledger accounts
• Assist with tax preparation and filings
• Assist with managing client/vendor relationships (office supplies, rent, copiers etc)
• Oversee/handle accounting for North Star related organizations (NS Tax, NSRG Ventures, Charitable Foundation)

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Minimum requirements in terms of educational background, work experience, licenses /certifications or other knowledge, skills and abilities.

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting. CPA preferred
• 3-5 years experience in accounting, financials, and financial services preferred
• Previous experience supervising accounting staff preferred
• Strong working experience using ERP accounting system (i.e. Great Plains, Business Central)Solid experience using Quickbooks and other accounting software
• Strong curiosity and ability to identify and implement process improvementsExperience integrating AI into accounting functions is a plus
• Extremely high attention to detail and accuracy
• Maintain confidentiality of information
• Excellent customer service skills
• Ability to troubleshoot and research compensation/accounting issues
• Excellent Microsoft Excel skills and working with large data files

This description covers the primary and principal duties of the job. It is not intended to give all details or a step-by-step account of the way each procedure or task is performed.

ADDITIONAL SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Knowledge of insurance / financial services industry preferred Experience with payroll administration would be a plus
• Good organizational and demonstrated problem solving skills
• Good understanding of DOL compliance for W2 team members and 1099 Independent Contractor IRS guidelines