Sr. Staff Accountant

CURiO Brands; Minneapolis (MN); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Disability Insurance

Life/ AD&D Insurance

401(k) after 6 months

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company is seeking a Senior Staff Accountant in Minneapolis. The role involves coordinating financial activities, ensuring compliance with GAAP, and managing a team of financial specialists. Candidates should have at least five years of experience in finance and a Bachelor's degree. The position promotes a collaborative work environment and requires strong organizational skills. Benefits include medical, dental, and 401(k) plans. This is a full-time position with less than 5% travel expected.

Qualifications

• Five years’ experience in a relevant finance or accounting position.
• Three years’ experience managing and coaching staff.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily, monthly, and annual financial operating activity.
• Enter adjustments to the General Ledger.
• Reconcile balance sheet and P&L accounts.
• Prepare documentation for year-end audits.
• Support accounts receivable and payable functions.

Skills

Knowledge of accounting principles

Attention to detail

Ability to work independently

Time management

Strong judgment in problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Finance or Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Excel

ERP Systems

Microsoft Word

Outlook

Job description

The Senior Staff Accountant coordinates daily, monthly, and annual financial operating activity and ensures that all financial reporting functions comply with GAAP. The Senior Staff Accountant has direct reports that consist of any of the following positions: AP Specialist, AR Specialist, or other similarly assigned roles.

This role is for candidates who reside within 60 miles of our 9th Street SE office in Minneapolis

Work Responsibilities

• Enter adjustments to the General Ledger and maintain proper backup for entries
• Reconcile balance sheet and P&L accounts in General Ledger
• Prepare documentation and provide support for the year-end financial audit
• Review weekly check runs
• Prepare accounting metric reports
• Support overflow accounts receivable and accounts payable functions as needed
• Support Accounting Team with ad hoc projects
• Oversee accounts receivable and accounts payable functions

Leadership Responsibilities

• You provide direction and coordination to your team to help meet operational and team goals.
• You model CURiO Cornerstones and apply them in your daily work and decisions.
• You support change by leading through example, communicating openly, and reinforcing company-wide programs and initiatives.
• You create a positive onboarding experience by introducing new hires to the culture, processes, and responsibilities of their roles.
• You coach your team to deliver results through collaboration and shared accountability.
• You communicate important updates to your team in a timely and constructive manner.
• You uphold all safety guidelines and ensure your team maintains a safe and orderly workspace.
• You understand that success in your role could include occasional extended work hours as necessary to meet seasonal deadlines and that periodically, you may be asked to perform other duties not included in your role description.
• You exemplify CURiO Cornerstones and strive for personal leadership in your role.
• You collaborate across teams and maintain a positive, respectful, and cooperative workplace environment.
• You take ownership of your professional development by seeking learning opportunities and staying current in your field.
• You manage your time effectively and work with others to contribute to team and company goals.
• You follow all safety guidelines, report concerns promptly, and maintain a clean, safe, and organized workspace.
• You understand that success in your role could include occasional extended work hours as necessary to meet seasonal deadlines and that periodically, you may be asked to perform other duties not included in your role description.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience
• Five years’ experience in a relevant finance or accounting position
• Three years’ experience effectively managing, supervising, and coaching staff

Computer and/or Software Qualifications

• Advanced level of proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Basic level of proficiency in Word, Outlook
• Knowledge of automated financial and accounting reporting systems
• Experience working in an ERP environment

Core Competencies

• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting procedures and principles
• Ability to work effectively within a cross locational team environment
• Ability to exercise strong judgment in analyzing, appraising, evaluating, and solving problems of a difficult, procedural, organizational, administrative, or technical nature
• Strong attention to detail, be well organized, and systematic in working
• Ability to work independently with little supervision
• Ability to organize and prioritize simultaneous tasks and ensure on-time completion
• Ability to communicate and interact effectively with managers, co-workers, customers, vendors, and other partners
• Ability to process, maintain and protect company confidential/proprietary information
• Skill in personnel management through motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best people for the job

Travel Requirement

Less than 5%

Hybrid & Remote Working Environment and Physical Demands

• General office or home office environment
• Occasionally required to lift and/or move items weighing 10 – 15 pounds.
• When in a facility, occasional exposure to dusty and fragrant conditions

Health & Welfare Benefits

Eligibility begins on the first day of the month following 30 days of employment unless noted otherwise:

• Medical, Dental, Disability Insurance (cost shared)
• Life/ AD&D Insurance (employer paid)
• Additional voluntary benefit offerings (employee paid): Vision, Accident, Flexible Spending Account, Health Savings Account, Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, Voluntary Term Life Insurance, AD&D
• 401(k) – After 6 months of employment on next quarterly entry date

Note: This job description does not restrict CURiO’s right to assign or reassign duties or responsibilities to this job at any time. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise. It does not alter the "at will" employment relationship between the company and the employee.

Work Authorization Requirement: Employment with CURiO is contingent upon the candidate’s ability to provide proof of authorization to work in the United States. CURiO does not sponsor or support employment-based visa or work authorization programs.

Seniority Level

Mid-Senior level

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Accounting/Auditing

Industries

Manufacturing