Staff Accountant

Plaas Incorporated; Red Wing (MN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

HSA

401(k) with company match

Life insurance

Paid time off (PTO)

Paid holidays

Job summary

Plaas Incorporated, located in Red Wing, MN, seeks a Staff Accountant to perform accounting for two affiliated entities and support the CFO. This full-time, in-person role offers a path to handle month-end close, budgeting, and audits.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s in accounting/finance, 2+ years of experience (3+ preferred), strong GAAP knowledge, Excel proficiency, and experience with construction ERP software like Foundation Software. Competitive benefits included.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
• 2+ years of accounting experience; 3+ years preferred.
• Experience in a construction or industrial environment preferred.
• Strong understanding of GAAP.
• Strong understanding of financial reporting and statements.
• Knowledge of internal controls, accounting policies, and financial procedures.
• Strong proficiency in Excel (formulas, reconciliations, and financial analysis).
• Experience with Foundation Software or other construction accounting/ERP software is a plus.
• Experience with multi-entity accounting is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive financial information.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to identify discrepancies, research issues, and implement appropriate resolutions.
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and accountability.

Responsibilities

• Perform day-to-day accounting for two affiliated companies.
• Process accounts payable and receivable, including vendor payments and customer receipts.
• Perform monthly bank, account, and general ledger reconciliations.
• Participate in month-end and year-end closing processes and journal entries.
• Assist with preparation of monthly financial statements and schedules.
• Support budgeting and forecasting with financial data and analysis.
• Assist with audits by preparing requested documentation and schedules.
• Maintain internal accounting controls and procedures.
• Maintain fixed asset records (acquisitions, disposals, depreciation).
• Assist with banking, cash management, and related records.
• Assist with business insurance administration and related records.
• Provide accounting support to the CFO and participate in special projects.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Financial reporting

Internal controls

Excel proficiency

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Confidentiality

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/Business Admin

Tools

Foundation Software

Job description

Plaas Incorporated, a well-established industrial contractor located in Red Wing, Minnesota, is seeking a highly motivated, detail-oriented, and organized professional to join our team as a full-time Staff Accountant. This position will perform accounting functions for two affiliated companies and work closely with the CFO.

What You’ll Do

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Perform day-to-day accounting activities for two affiliated companies, ensuring accurate and timely recording of financial transactions.
• Process and maintain accounts payable and accounts receivable, including vendor payments, customer receipts, and related documentation.
• Perform monthly bank, account, and general ledger reconciliations and investigate and resolve discrepancies.
• Participate in the month-end and year-end closing processes, including preparation of journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
• Assist with the preparation of monthly financial statements and supporting schedules and provide accurate and timely financial information to management.
• Support the annual budgeting and forecasting processes through preparation of financial data, analysis, and supporting schedules.
• Assist with internal and external audits by preparing requested documentation, schedules, and account support.
• Maintain and monitor internal accounting controls and procedures to promote accuracy, compliance, and financial integrity.
• Maintain fixed asset records, including acquisitions, disposals, depreciation, and reconciliations.
• Assist with banking and cash management activities, including bank reconciliations, cash monitoring, and related financial records.
• Assist with business insurance administration, including policy documentation, renewals, and related financial records.
• Provide accounting and financial support to the CFO, including special projects, financial analysis, reporting, and other ad hoc requests.
• Assume additional responsibilities as assigned, including, but not limited to, accounting and other duties that may transition to this position over time.

What We’re Looking For

Minimum Required Qualifications :

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 2+ years of accounting experience; 3+ years preferred. Experience in a construction or industrial environment preferred.
• Strong understanding of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
• Strong understanding of financial reporting and preparation of financial statements.
• Knowledge of internal controls, accounting policies, and financial procedures.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including formulas, reconciliations, and financial analysis.
• Experience with Foundation Software or other construction accounting/ERP software is a plus.
• Experience with multi-entity accounting is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive financial information.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to identify discrepancies, research issues, and implement appropriate resolutions.
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and accountability.

Job Type: Full-Time, Exempt

Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Additional hours may be required based on business needs.

Work Location: In person at our Red Wing, MN location

Salary: $65,000 to $85,000 annually, depending on experience, qualifications, and skills.

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• 401(k) with company match
• Life insurance
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Paid holidays

Equal Opportunity Employer

Plaas Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, familial status, disability, or status as a protected veteran.