Accountant, Accounting Assistant, Accounts Receivable​/ Collections

Description

We are looking for an Accountant to support core accounting and inventory-related activities for a Contract position based in Maple Grove, Minnesota. This role will play an important part in maintaining accurate financial records, monitoring warehouse-related inventory movements, and assisting with month-end close activities. The ideal candidate brings strong accounting fundamentals, attention to detail, and experience working across payable, receivable, and general ledger functions.

Responsibilities:

- Perform daily inventory count reconciliations and investigate discrepancies tied to warehouse activity.

- Record and review cost and quantity updates to ensure inventory balances remain accurate.

- Support month-end close by preparing entries, reconciling accounts, and resolving variances in a timely manner.

- Process and verify freight-related invoices while ensuring charges are coded correctly and matched to supporting documentation.

- Maintain accuracy across general ledger activity related to inventory and operational transactions.

- Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable tasks as needed to support overall accounting operations.

- Prepare journal entries and complete bank and account reconciliations to strengthen financial accuracy.

- Contribute to inventory audit activities and help document findings, adjustments, and follow-up actions.

* Please note that all candidates are required to provide 2 recent supervisor or manager references in order to be considered for employment.

Please submit your resume and call  for review and consideration.

Requirements - 3+ years of accounting experience with strong attention to detail.

- Background in accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger accounting.

- Experience preparing journal entries and supporting month-end close activities.

- Hands-on knowledge of bank reconciliations and account balance review.

- Familiarity with inventory accounting, inventory adjustments, and physical count reconciliation.

- Experience participating in inventory audits and resolving discrepancies.

- Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage transactional accuracy in a warehouse-supported environment.

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