Senior Accountant - Flexible Hybrid (GAAP & Audit)

Goodwill-Easter Seals Minnesota; Saint Paul (MN); Hybrid; USD 96,000 - 117,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO program

Medical, dental and vision plans

Employer-paid life insurance

401(k) plan with employer match

Employee discount

Job summary

Goodwill-Easter Seals Minnesota is seeking a Senior Accountant to maintain GAAP-based financial records, manage month-end close, and support audits. The role emphasizes accurate reconciliations, financial reporting, and internal controls within a nonprofit setting.

Responsibilities include general ledger activities, cash monitoring, and process improvements. A Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years of experience are expected, with a flexible-hybrid work arrangement and comprehensive benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, and month-end close processes.
• Knowledge of audit, compliance, regulatory, and internal control requirements.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Experience with ERP systems; NetSuite experience preferred.
• Strong financial analysis and data interpretation skills.
• Strong critical thinking, judgment, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Effective organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to explain financial concepts to non-financial audiences.
• Strong collaboration and relationship-building skills.
• Customer-focused approach to serving internal and external stakeholders.
• Experience identifying and implementing process improvements.
• Ability to leverage technology to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
• Comfort working in ambiguous and changing environments.
• Demonstrated curiosity and commitment to continuous learning.
• Self-directed, proactive, and results-oriented work style.
• Strong documentation and recordkeeping skills.
• Ability to identify risks and recommend practical, solution-oriented actions.
• Continuous improvement mindset focused on operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• General Ledger & Month-End Close: Manages general ledger accounting activities and executes accurate, timely month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes in compliance with accounting standards and organizational policies.
• Cash Management & Monitoring: Monitors cash activity, maintains accurate cash records, and analyzes cash positions to support effective liquidity management and financial operations.
• Reconciliations: Performs and maintains accurate account reconciliations, investigates discrepancies, and ensures the integrity of financial records and account balances.
• Financial Reporting & Analysis: Prepares financial reports and analyses that provide meaningful insights, support decision-making, and ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Audit & Compliance: Supports audit, regulatory, and compliance activities by maintaining accurate documentation, responding to requests, and ensuring adherence to accounting standards and internal controls.
• Internal Controls & Process Improvement: Strengthens financial processes and internal controls by identifying improvement opportunities, supporting system enhancements, and implementing efficient accounting practices

Skills

Advanced Excel

ERP systems

NetSuite

Financial analysis

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field

Tools

NetSuite

ERP systems

Job description

Goodwill-Easter Seals Minnesota is seeking a Senior Accountant to maintain GAAP-based financial records, manage month-end close, and support audits. The role emphasizes accurate reconciliations, financial reporting, and internal controls within a nonprofit setting.

Responsibilities include general ledger activities, cash monitoring, and process improvements. A Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years of experience are expected, with a flexible-hybrid work arrangement and comprehensive benefits offered.