Hybrid QBO-Certified Client Bookkeeper

American Accounting Association; Saint Paul (MN); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwestern Mutual-Twin Cities in Saint Paul, Minnesota seeks a Staff Accountant/Bookkeeping Specialist. The role focuses on managing day-to-day bookkeeping and accounting for independent financial advisors using QuickBooks Online.

The ideal candidate is QBO certified with 1–3 years of experience, skilled in monthly reports, reconciliations, and supporting month-end close while building trusted client relationships. Hybrid work arrangement and full-time employment are offered.

Qualifications

• QBO Certification required.
• 1–3 years QuickBooks Online experience.
• Experience preparing monthly financial statements and management reports.
• Strong knowledge of bank reconciliations and month-end close.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Manage bookkeeping and accounting functions for a portfolio of independent financial advisor clients.
• Serve as the primary accounting contact for assigned clients.
• Onboard new clients and establish best practices in QuickBooks Online.
• Maintain general ledger and perform monthly reconciliations.
• Prepare and deliver monthly financial reports and schedules.
• Support internal accounting operations and month-end close.

Skills

QBO Certification

QBO Experience

Bank Reconciliations

Month-end Close

Excel

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

QuickBooks Online

Gusto Payroll

Job description

Northwestern Mutual-Twin Cities in Saint Paul, Minnesota seeks a Staff Accountant/Bookkeeping Specialist. The role focuses on managing day-to-day bookkeeping and accounting for independent financial advisors using QuickBooks Online.

The ideal candidate is QBO certified with 1–3 years of experience, skilled in monthly reports, reconciliations, and supporting month-end close while building trusted client relationships. Hybrid work arrangement and full-time employment are offered.