Staff Accountant

Addison Group; Maple Grove (MN); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K

Job summary

Addison Group is seeking an experienced Staff Accountant for an established organization in the Twin Cities. This role will work closely with the Controller and Senior Accountant, taking ownership of general ledger activities, month-end close, and financial reporting for multiple communities.

The Staff Accountant will manage assigned close responsibilities, prepare financial statements and support budgeting, forecasting, and audits.

Qualifications

• Strong general ledger and month-end close experience (fast-paced environment).
• Hands-on experience with journal entries, accruals, prepaid expenses, and reconciliations.
• Experience preparing financial statements and analyzing financial results.
• Ability to independently manage responsibilities and meet close deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Manage monthly close activities, including prepaid expenses, accruals, general ledger work, and account reconciliations.
• Prepare and distribute financial statements and reporting to communities.
• Research financial variances, unusual transactions, and accounting discrepancies.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
• Support year-end audits and prepare supporting documentation and workpapers.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and strengthen internal controls.

Skills

General ledger

Month-end close

Journal entries

Account reconciliations

Financial statements

Deadlines

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Job description

Location:

Maple Grove, MN (hybrid role, only local candidates in Minnesota or western Wisconsin will be eligible for consideration)

Compensation:

$75k-$85k 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 opportunity with an established organization in the Twin Cities. This individual will work closely with the Controller and Senior Accountant, taking ownership of general ledger activities, month-end close, and financial reporting for multiple communities.

The Staff Accountant will manage assigned close responsibilities, prepare financial statements and support budgeting, forecasting, and audits. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong GL and month-end close experience who can work independently and manage deadlines in a fast-paced accounting environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage monthly close activities, including prepaid expenses, accruals, general ledger work, and account reconciliations.


• Prepare and distribute financial statements and reporting to communities.


• Research financial variances, unusual transactions, and accounting discrepancies.


• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.


• Support year-end audits and prepare supporting documentation and workpapers.


• Identify opportunities for process improvements and strengthen internal controls.

Qualifications

• Strong general ledger and month-end close experience.


• Hands-on experience with journal entries, accruals, prepaid expenses, and account reconciliations.


• Experience preparing financial statements and analyzing financial results.


• Ability to independently manage responsibilities and meet close deadlines.


• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred; relevant experience may substitute for education.

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.