Staff Accountant

Capstone; Eden Prairie (MN); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Capstone is seeking a Staff Accountant to join our Finance team in Minnesota. The role supports month-end close, GAAP compliance, and internal controls, maintaining accurate financial records in a hybrid office setup (Mankato or Eden Prairie).

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, analytical, organized, and collaborative, with knowledge of accounting principles and a commitment to accuracy. A Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field with 1–3 years of experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 1-3 years of accounting experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and record journal entries, including accruals, prepaids, and other adjustments.
• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts.
• Ensure transactions comply with GAAP and policies.
• Review financial data for accuracy and proper coding.
• Assist in monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes.
• Prepare balance sheet account reconciliations and investigate variances.
• Assist in preparing financial statements and reports.
• Support accounts payable/receivable processes and collections as needed.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Analytical

Collaborative

GAAP knowledge

Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

Excel

General Ledger software

Job description

Capstone is seeking a Staff Accountant to join our Finance team. This role performs professional-level accounting work to support the organization's financial operations, maintain accurate financial records, support the month-end close process, and ensure compliance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and internal controls.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, analytical, organized, and collaborative, with a strong understanding of accounting principles and a commitment to accuracy.

This hybrid position is based out of either our Mankato or Eden Prairie, MN office. Employees are expected to work from their designated office a minimum of two (2) days per week.

Why You'll Want to Join Capstone

We support teaching and learning with amazing content that engages students, inspires teachers, and connects families and communities to move literacy forward. Capstone is a fast-paced growth company committed to cultivating a love of reading and learning. We know that Learning is for Everyone.

For over 30 years, Capstone has been a national leader in K-5 educational content including digital products (PebbleGo, PebbleGo Next, PebbleGo Create, Capstone Interactive, Capstone Connect) and award-winning books. We combine a passion for helping foster a powerful love of reading and learning with the talent to create amazing content.

We are a mission-driven company that provides opportunities for professional learning and development and a culture of inclusion and belonging.

Responsibilities

General Ledger Management

• Prepare and record journal entries, including accruals, prepaids, and other adjustments.
• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Ensure financial transactions are recorded in accordance with GAAP and organizational policies.
• Review financial data for accuracy and proper account coding.

Month-End and Year-End Close

• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes.
• Prepare balance sheet account reconciliations and investigate variances.
• Compile supporting schedules and documentation required for close.
• Assist in preparation of financial statements and related reports.

Financial Reporting and Analysis

• Assist in preparing internal financial reports for management review.
• Analyze account activity and identify discrepancies or unusual trends.
• Support budgeting and forecasting processes through financial data preparation and analysis.

Audit and Compliance

• Prepare audit schedules and provide documentation for internal and external audits.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, accounting standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain financial records in accordance with record retention policies.

Operational Accounting Support

• Support accounts payable and accounts receivable processes as needed.
• Monitor accounts receivable aging and identify past-due accounts.
• Initiate and manage collections efforts in a professional and timely manner, including customer outreach and follow-up communications.
• Reconcile customer accounts and resolve billing discrepancies in coordination with internal stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate documentation of collection activities and payment arrangements.
• Escalate delinquent accounts in accordance with established policies.
• Collaborate with other departments to resolve accounting-related issues.
• Participate in process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and accuracy within the accounting function.

Education, Experience, and Skills desired:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
• One to three (1-3