Staff Accountant

Addison Group; Lake Elmo (MN); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K

Job summary

Addison Group in Minneapolis, MN seeks an experienced Staff Accountant to join our growing accounting team on a hybrid schedule. You will work closely with the Controller and own core GL and month-end tasks, ensuring accuracy and timely reporting.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years in staff or GL accounting, strong Excel skills, and the ability to work independently while collaborating with leadership. Compensation is $35-$45 per hour, with medical, dental, vision, and 401K benefits.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of Staff Accountant or similar experience.
• Strong GL and month-end close experience.
• Hands-on with journal entries and reconciliations.
• Strong Excel skills and ability to manage priorities.

Responsibilities

• Partner with the Controller on day-to-day accounting activities and priorities.
• Own key components of the month-end close process.
• Prepare and post journal entries, accruals, and GL adjustments.
• Complete balance sheet and GL reconciliations.
• Perform bank reconciliations and investigate discrepancies.
• Review activity and resolve variances or unusual items.
• Support financial reporting and month-end packages.
• Assist AP, AR, and transactional accounting functions as needed.
• Support audits and ad hoc accounting projects.

Skills

General ledger

Month-end close

Journal entries

Account reconciliations

Excel

Prioritization

Independent ownership

Education

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

Job description

Job Title: Staff Accountant

Location: Minneapolis, MN (hybrid schedule with weekly required onsite presence in Minneapolis, MN - only local candidates in MN will be eligable for consideration)

Compensation: $35-$45/hr dependent on applicable experience

Benefits: This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision and 401K

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Staff Accountant for an opprtunity with a growing organization in the Twin Cities. This individual will work closely with the Controller and serve as a key right-hand resource within the accounting department.

The Staff Accountant will take ownership of core general ledger and month-end responsibilities while helping keep the accounting function organized and moving forward. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who can step in quickly, work independently, and take meaningful work off the Controller’s plate.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner closely with the Controller on day-to-day accounting activities and priorities
• Assist with and take ownership of key components of the month-end close process
• Prepare and post journal entries, accruals, and general ledger adjustments
• Complete balance sheet and general ledger account reconciliations
• Perform bank and cash reconciliations and research discrepancies
• Review account activity and investigate variances or unusual transactions
• Maintain supporting schedules and month-end documentation
• Assist with financial reporting and month-end reporting packages
• Support AP, AR, and transactional accounting functions as needed
• Research and resolve accounting discrepancies and outstanding items
• Assist with audit requests and supporting documentation
• Support process improvements and other ad hoc accounting projects

Qualifications

• 3+ years of Staff Accountant, General Ledger Accountant, or similar experience
• Strong general ledger and month-end close experience
• Hands-on experience with journal entries and account reconciliations
• Ability to independently research and resolve accounting discrepancies
• Strong Excel skills
• Organized, dependable, and comfortable managing multiple priorities
• Ability to work closely with accounting leadership while independently owning responsibilities
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a well-rounded Staff Accountant who understands the bigger picture behind the numbers and can quickly become a trusted resource to the Controller. This person should be comfortable digging into the GL, identifying and resolving issues, and independently owning their responsibilities with minimal hand-holding.

Why choose Addison Finance & Accounting?

• Pay: We negotiate high salaries using U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
• Benefits & Bonuses: You are eligible for medical, dental, vision insurance benefits, 401K
• Permanent Employment: Many of Addison’s Finance & Accounting job openings lead to potential permanent employment
• Connections: You connect directly with hiring managers from renowned organizations
• Options: You are presented multiple employment options near your home
• Professional Development: You are provided hiring process advice, resume revision, and employment term negotiation

Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.

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