Staff Accountant

Staff Accountant

Location: Burnsville, MN (Onsite, Full-Time)
Compensation: Up to $80,000 per year + bonus + profit sharing + full benefits

A long‑standing, privately held organization in the construction materials industry is seeking a dependable, hands-on Staff Accountant to join its small, highly collaborative finance team. This is a newly created role supporting growth, process improvement, and modernization efforts within the accounting function.

If you enjoy variety, stability, and being part of a team where your work has real impact, this is an excellent opportunity.

This role is onsite in Burnsville, MN, with occasional flexibility for weather or urgent needs.

• Competitive salary up to $80,000
• 100% employer‑paid health insurance (employee + family)
• 401(k) match up to 5%
• Annual profit sharing
• Discretionary bonus
• Stable, long‑established company with exceptionally low turnover
• High visibility and direct interaction with leadership
• Opportunity to help modernize systems and processes during a growth phase

• Full‑cycle Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable
• Preparation and posting of journal entries, accruals, and month‑end close tasks
• Weekly payroll processing (union and non‑union)
• Vendor management, invoicing, payment processing, and reconciliations
• Assist with basic compliance, reporting, and tax support
• Support upcoming accounting system upgrade (Sage 50 → Sage 100)
• Assist in digitizing paper‑based workflows (e.g., timesheets, invoicing)
• Provide cross-functional support within a small, close‑knit team
• Participate in ongoing operational and administrative projects

• 3+ years of bookkeeping or small‑business accounting experience
• Strong AP/AR, payroll, and general ledger skills
• Experience assisting with month‑end close
• High reliability, strong communication skills, and attention to detail
• Ability to learn new systems and adapt to process improvements
• Exposure to inventory concepts (costing, materials, job costing, etc.)
• Experience in construction, manufacturing, field services, or related industries
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field