Tax Staff Accountant

Poppy Bank; Mankato (MN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Vision Dental Insurance

401(k) matching

ESOP

HSA/FSA

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Volunteer PTO

Job summary

MEI, a Minnesota based elevator manufacturing and service company, seeks a Staff Accountant to join our team in Mankato. You will manage sales and use tax compliance across multiple states, support month-end close, and maintain accurate general ledger entries with the Controller.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor's degree in accounting and 2+ years of tax-related experience, plus strong Excel skills. We offer a comprehensive benefits package and a collaborative, growth‑oriented environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field.
• 2+ years tax-related experience preferred.
• Corporate accounting experience preferred.
• Experience with Microsoft Office products including Excel, Word, and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Manage sales and use tax filings, registrations, and compliance for 10+ states.
• Prepare, reconcile, and maintain tax records, schedules, and documentation.
• Reconcile and post daily and monthly cash activity and GL entries.
• Collaborate with Controller and accounting team on daily operations and projects.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and controls.

Skills

Tax knowledge

Detail oriented

Multitasking

Communication

Team player

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

Tools

Excel

Word

Outlook

Job description

• Location 19336 607th Avenue,Mankato, MN, 56001,United States
• Base Pay $70,000.00 - $85,000.00 / Year
• Job Category Accounting , Tax
• Employee Type Non Union - Salary FT

Description

About MEI

MEI, a Minnesota based commercial elevator manufacturing and Service Company is looking for a Staff Accountant to join our team. MEI is a thriving company with a fun team-oriented atmosphere. MEI cares deeply about their employees, fosters a great work environment, and provides opportunities to give back to the community.

This position offers competitive compensation and benefit package. Are you passionate about making a change? Do you enjoy bringing new ideas to the table? If this sounds like you.

• Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance
• 401(k) & matching up to 3%
• ESOP with company discretionary contributions
• Health Savings Account/ Flexible Spending Account
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Employer Paid Life Insurance
• 3 Weeks Paid Time Off and 9 Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Earn 8 hours PTO for 8 hours of volunteering

About the Role

This position is responsible for ensuring accurate sales and use tax compliance while supporting the company's overall accounting and financial reporting functions. The Tax Staff Accountant manages tax filings, account reconciliations, journal entries, and financial record maintenance across multiple states and business divisions. Working closely with the Controller, this role helps ensure the accuracy of financial data, supports month-end and year-end closing activities, and assists with various accounting projects and compliance requirements. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and able to manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage sales and use tax filings, registrations, and compliance requirements for 10+ states, ensuring adherence to state and local tax laws, regulations, and filing deadlines.
• Prepare, reconcile, and maintain sales and use tax records, schedules, and supporting documentation.
• Reconcile and post daily and monthly cash activity, ensuring accuracy and completeness of transactions.
• Prepare and enter journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting documentation for the general ledger.
• Collaborate with Controller and accounting team members to support day-to-day financial operations and special projects.
• Identify, recommend, and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and internal controls within accounting and tax functions.
• Maintain confidentiality, accuracy, and integrity of financial and tax-related information.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities, audits, and financial reporting as needed.
• Perform additional accounting and tax-related duties as assigned.

Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field
• 2+ years of tax-related experience preferred
• Corporate accounting experience preferred
• Experience with Microsoft Office products including Excel, Word, and Outlook.

Skills

• Resourceful, problem-solver, able to prioritize and multitask
• Detail oriented and organized
• Able to communicate effectively with great people skills & a sense of humor
• Team player with a positive attitude
• Self-motivated and work independently with minimum supervision

Physical Requirements

This position is primarily sedentary and requires the ability to sit for extended periods while performing computer-based work. Frequent use of hands and fingers to operate a computer, keyboard, mouse, telephone, and other office equipment is required. The employee must be able to communicate effectively in person, by telephone, and electronically. Occasional standing, walking, bending, reaching, and lifting or carrying up to 20 pounds may be required.

MEI’s 50+ years in the elevator industry gives us an unparalleled ability to handle both custom and standard elevator projects with ease.

EOE/AA - vets, disability

Please note:

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of background check and drug screening.

If you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for this position, please contact Pam Steffl at [e-mail] or 507-219-0823.