Staff Accountant

Description We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join a business services organization in Plymouth, Minnesota. This position supports daily accounting operations with a strong focus on cash application, collections activity, and accounts payable accuracy, while also contributing to month-end close and financial reporting. The ideal candidate brings broad accounting knowledge, strong Excel skills, and the ability to work across multiple financial processes with accuracy and consistency.

Responsibilities:

- Apply customer payments accurately and promptly while resolving account discrepancies and helping release orders placed on hold due to outstanding balances.

- Review customer account activity, monitor overdue receivables, and assess credit information to support sound credit decisions and reporting.

- Process vendor invoices using three-way matching to confirm proper documentation, pricing, and receipt before payment is issued.

- Prepare payment support for check runs by organizing selected invoices and verifying them against corresponding disbursements.

- Identify and record accounts payable accruals to support an accurate and timely month-end close process.

- Assist the Controller with close activities by preparing journal entries, completing reconciliations, and analyzing financial data.

- Use Excel to organize, interpret, and report accounting information in a way that supports operational and financial decision-making.

- Follow established accounting controls and procedures while recommending practical improvements that enhance efficiency and accuracy.

- Provide cross-functional support across accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, and other accounting duties as business needs require. Requirements - Experience in staff accounting with hands-on involvement in accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger activities.

- Working knowledge of journal entry preparation, account reconciliations, and month-end close support.

- Ability to manage cash application, collections follow-up, and billing-related processes with strong attention to detail.

- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for data analysis, reporting, and manipulation of financial information.

- Familiarity with tax-related accounting concepts, including corporate tax, sales tax, or corporate tax return support.

- Understanding of invoice processing controls, including three-way matching and accrual identification.

- Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills with the ability to handle multiple priorities effectively.

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