Staff Accountant - Up to $90k/yr

Ledgent; BLOOMINGTON (MN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits

PTO

401k match

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Ledgent Finance and Accounting is seeking a driven, detail-oriented Staff Accountant for a manufacturing partner located in the Bloomington area. This full-time, onsite role offers $75,000-$90,000 per year DOE, with benefits including PTO, 401k match, and growth opportunities.

The position focuses on monthly closes, journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reporting, with cross-department collaboration to support operational and financial objectives.

Qualifications

• 4+ years progressing accounting experience.
• Experience with month-end close and reconciliations.
• GAAP knowledge and financial reporting familiarity.
• ERP proficiency across major systems.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review monthly journal entries and adjusting entries.
• Perform month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closes.
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts and investigate discrepancies.
• Prepare financial statements and supporting schedules.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Support audits, tax preparation, and compliance.
• Analyze data to improve processes and controls.
• Review AP/AR transactions for accuracy.

Skills

Advanced Excel

GAAP knowledge

Financial analysis

Month-end close

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Microsoft Dynamics

NetSuite

Sage

Acumatica

Job description

Ledgent Finance and Accounting is seeking a driven, dteail orientated Staff Accountant for a manufacturing partner of ours in the Bloomington area.

• Pay: $75,000-$90,000/yr (DOE)
• Full time - Onsite
• Benefits, PTO, 401k match
• Growth Opportunity

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and review monthly journal entries, accruals, and adjusting entries.
• Perform month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities.
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts and investigate discrepancies.
• Prepare and analyze financial statements and supporting schedules.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Maintain general ledger integrity and ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Support external audits, tax preparation, and compliance requirements.
• Analyze financial data and provide recommendations to improve processes and controls.
• Assist with cash management, fixed assets, prepaids, and lease accounting.
• Review AP and AR transactions to ensure accuracy and proper coding.
• Participate in the development and documentation of accounting policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with department leaders to support operational and financial objectives.
• Assist with ERP system enhancements, automation initiatives, and process improvements.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and internal accounting controls.

Qualifications

• Associates or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 4+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting principles.
• Experience managing month-end close and account reconciliations.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, and financial analysis.
• Experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, NetSuite, Sage, Acumatica, or similar platforms.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.