Accountant, Accounts Receivable​/ Collections, Accounting Assistant

Location: Minneapolis

Description

We are looking for an Accountant to support a growing finance team in Blaine, Minnesota through a Long-term Contract assignment. This position is well suited for someone who enjoys hands-on accounting work across payables, receivables, and general ledger activity while partnering with multiple business units in a fast-paced environment. The role offers the opportunity to contribute to day-to-day financial operations, maintain accurate records, and assist with accounting processes as the organization continues to expand.

Responsibilities:

- Prepare and post journal entries to maintain accurate financial records across assigned entities.

- Perform account reconciliations, including bank reconciliations, and investigate discrepancies in a timely manner.

- Support accounts payable activities by reviewing invoices, verifying coding, and helping ensure prompt processing.

- Assist with accounts receivable tasks such as tracking incoming payments, resolving variances, and maintaining customer account accuracy.

- Work in Excel to organize financial data, analyze account activity, and support routine reporting needs.

- Collaborate with accounting and finance team members across multiple business units to keep transactions recorded correctly and consistently.

- Contribute to general ledger close activities by reviewing balances, preparing supporting documentation, and following up on outstanding items.

- Provide accounting support related to newly integrated operations and evolving financial tools as business needs change.

* 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 - Experience in accounting with hands-on exposure to accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger processes.

- Ability to prepare journal entries accurately and maintain supporting documentation.

- Proficiency in completing bank reconciliations and resolving account discrepancies.

- Strong Excel skills for reviewing data, organizing schedules, and supporting analysis.

- Working knowledge of core accounting principles and day-to-day financial operations.

- Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt within a growing, fast-moving environment.

- Strong attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy in financial records.

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