Senior Staff Accountant

Oxygen Service Company; Minnesota; On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Wellness program

Career & Education Development

Community involvement

Job summary

Oxygen Service Company in Saint Paul, MN seeks a Senior Accountant to oversee accounting transactions, maintain the general ledger, and ensure US GAAP compliance with timely financial reporting. This role reports to the Controller and supports cross‑functional projects while acting as a technical accounting resource.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, 5+ years in financial accounting, strong Excel skills, and experience with audits and system enhancements. CPA preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field; CPA preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in general financial accounting and reporting.
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP and technical accounting principles.
• Demonstrated experience in general ledger accounting, financial consolidation, technical accounting research, and audit procedures.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (PivotTables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, SUMIFS, IF/IFS, and data modeling).
• Strong project management capabilities and organizational skills.
• Excellent analytical, problem solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to learn and navigate effectively in ERP systems.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast‑paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Ensure timely and accurate P&L and Balance Sheet accounting in compliance with US GAAP and internal policies, while monitoring regulatory compliance and supporting annual audit and tax filing processes.
• Perform month‑end close procedures and prepare general ledger reconciliations.
• Prepare and record journal entries.
• Support the annual audit process, through coordination with external auditors, preparation of audit schedules and supporting documentation, and addressing audit inquiries.
• Assist department with creating and updating accounting process documentation.
• Ensure accuracy and reliability of data to support business decision‑making.
• Lead or support cross‑functional projects, including systems upgrades and enhancements.
• Serve as technical accounting resource for complex transactions and system‑related matters.
• Partner with operations’ personnel and Finance team to resolve issues and improve efficiency.
• Promote continuous improvement in project management and accounting processes by identifying, designing, and implementing best‑practice solutions from other locations.
• Other duties, as assigned.

Skills

US GAAP

Excel

General ledger

Audit procedures

ERP systems

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Project management

Independent work

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

CPA preferred

Tools

SAP

Oracle ERP

Job description

The Senior Accountant is a key contributor in reviewing and analyzing routine and complex accounting transactions, ensuring adherence to US GAAP, and delivering timely and accurate financial reporting. The Senior Accountant maintains the general ledger, ensures all subsidiary accounts are properly reconciled in alignment with accounting policies. In addition to identifying and recommending process improvements and resolving issues, this role leads or supports cross‑functional projects and serves as a technical expert on accounting matters and systems enhancements. The ideal candidate will bring strong analytical skills, sound professional judgment, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment. This full‑time position is based in Saint Paul, MN and reports to the Controller.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure timely and accurate P&L and Balance Sheet accounting in compliance with US GAAP and internal policies, while monitoring regulatory compliance and supporting annual audit and tax filing processes.
• Perform month‑end close procedures and prepare general ledger reconciliations.
• Prepare and record journal entries.
• Support the annual audit process, through coordination with external auditors, preparation of audit schedules and supporting documentation, and addressing audit inquiries.
• Assist department with creating and updating accounting process documentation.
• Ensure accuracy and reliability of data to support business decision‑making.
• Lead or support cross‑functional projects, including systems upgrades and enhancements.
• Serve as technical accounting resource for complex transactions and system‑related matters.
• Partner with operations’ personnel and Finance team to resolve issues and improve efficiency.
• Promote continuous improvement in project management and accounting processes by identifying, designing, and implementing best‑practice solutions from other locations.
• Other duties, as assigned.

REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field; CPA preferred
• 5+ years of experience in general financial accounting and reporting.
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP and technical accounting principles.
• Demonstrated experience in general ledger accounting, financial consolidation, technical accounting research, and audit procedures.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (PivotTables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, SUMIFS, IF/IFS, and data modeling).
• Strong project management capabilities and organizational skills.
• Excellent analytical, problem solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to learn and navigate effectively in ERP systems.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast‑paced environment.

PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

• Financial experience in a distribution or manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of internal controls and audit processes.
• Experience supporting system upgrades or enhancements.
• Proven ability to identify, troubleshoot, and resolve discrepancies using historical data and reporting insights.

Job Specifications/Requirements: Ability to sit for prolonged periods of time with continuous finger manipulations, including grasping and handling. Occasional lifting of 0‑20 pounds is required, may at times lift up to 50 pounds. Occasional standing, walking, twisting, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching. Reach at, above, and below shoulder level occasionally. Frequently twist head/neck, talk, and hear. Willingness to travel as necessary between locations and for training or conferences.

Why Work for OSC! OSC offers a comprehensive, competitive benefits package from health insurance to employee fun and activities. Some of the unique benefit offerings include Retirement – 401(k), Community Connection, Health Benefits, Wellness Program, Career & Education Development, Company Involvement and much more!

OSC is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all applicants and employees regardless of their race, traits associated with race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability, military service, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. We are strongly committed to this policy and believe in the concept and spirit of the law.

The annual salary range for the role is $85,000 annually to $105,000 annually. Pay is dependent on several factors including relevant work experience and internal equity.