Senior Accountant - Tech Accting

Senior Accountant – Technical Accounting

Salary range: $125,000–$145,000 per year.

Location:

Minneapolis, MN | Hybrid.

Position Summary:

Are you looking for an opportunity to apply your technical accounting expertise within a larger, sophisticated organization that values precision, collaboration, and continuous improvement? This role sits within a well-established corporate accounting organization and supports complex financial reporting, regulatory requirements, and enterprise-wide initiatives. The Principal Accountant – Technical Accounting will serve as a go-to technical expert, partnering closely with accounting leadership and cross-functional stakeholders across the company.

Reporting into a senior accounting leader, this position offers consistent exposure to executive leadership and the opportunity to influence high-impact decisions. Candidates with a strong foundation in public accounting or those who began their careers in public accounting and transitioned into industry will be especially well-positioned for success.

• Evaluate complex transactions and provide technical accounting guidance under U.S. GAAP and other applicable standards.
• Research new and emerging accounting guidance and develop position papers and implementation plans.
• Support external audit, regulatory reviews, and internal control initiatives.
• Serve as a technical resource to finance, accounting, and business partners across the organization.
• Lead or participate in special projects related to accounting policy, system implementations, and financial reporting.
• Assist in monthly, quarterly, and annual close activities for complex or non-routine areas.
• Communicate accounting impacts, risks, and recommendations to senior leadership.
• Provide mentoring and technical guidance to other accounting and finance professionals.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
• 6–10 years of progressive accounting and reporting experience.
• Current or prior public accounting experience strongly preferred.
• CPA or CPA-eligible strongly preferred.
• Strong technical knowledge of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting standards.
• Experience supporting large, complex organizations preferred.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and documentation skills.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel and financial reporting tools.

This is a high-visibility role within a financially sophisticated organization where your technical expertise will directly influence enterprise-level decisions. You will gain exposure to senior leadership, work on complex accounting matters, and have the opportunity to grow within a stable, well-resourced environment. Competitive base salary, bonus opportunity, and a comprehensive benefits program are offered.

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2025

Seniority Level: Mid-Senior level.

Employment Type:

Full-time. Job Function:
Accounting/Auditing and Finance. Industries:
Accounting.