Temporary Senior Accountant — GL, Payroll & Tax Expert

Evereve; Edina (MN); Hybrid; USD 62,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

EVEREVE in Edina, MN is seeking a temporary Senior Accountant to support general ledger, payroll, tax, and internal control processes on the finance team. Reporting to the Senior Director of Accounting, you will collaborate with finance colleagues and gain exposure to broader operations during a 5-month assignment.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Accounting and 2–3 years public accounting experience, strong Excel skills, and the ability to work over 40 hours when needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting is required.
• 2–3 years of public accounting experience preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong organizational, time management and communication skills.
• Self-directed, driven and able to take ownership and initiative.

Responsibilities

• General Ledger accounting and month-end close activities, including journal entries and reconciliations.
• Payroll accounting: entries for regular and off-cycle payrolls, accruals, and related tasks.
• Tax compliance and reporting: estimated payments and tax filings for state and local taxes.
• Assist with external audits: schedules, workpapers, and responses to audit requests.
• Develop and document internal controls, segregation of duties and process improvements.

Skills

Public accounting experience

Time management

Communication

Multitasking

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

EVEREVE in Edina, MN is seeking a temporary Senior Accountant to support general ledger, payroll, tax, and internal control processes on the finance team. Reporting to the Senior Director of Accounting, you will collaborate with finance colleagues and gain exposure to broader operations during a 5-month assignment.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Accounting and 2–3 years public accounting experience, strong Excel skills, and the ability to work over 40 hours when needed.