Accountant, Accounting & Finance, Accounting Manager

Description

We are looking for an experienced Accountant to join our client's team in Saint Paul, Minnesota. This is a long-term contract position offering an opportunity to manage and maintain essential financial processes while contributing to the organization's mission of supporting priority communities. The ideal candidate will play a key role in ensuring accurate financial transactions, strong internal controls, and compliance with organizational policies.

Responsibilities:

- Process accounts payable on a weekly basis and handle payroll and benefits administration bi-weekly.

- Verify grant and contract payments to ensure compliance with agreement terms.

- Manage contract payments weekly and oversee grant-related disbursements monthly.

- Prepare and reconcile journal entries, as well as month-end and quarter-end financial reports.

- Handle travel card transactions and employee expense reimbursements efficiently.

- Maintain accurate and organized financial records and documentation.

- Assist with the annual audit, tax filings, and other special financial projects.

- Manage and update the Paylocity payroll and benefits system as needed.

- Process bank deposits and ensure timely management of financial transactions.

- Provide training to new employees on timekeeping procedures, accounting forms, and benefits enrollment.

* 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 - Associate degree in accounting with at least five years of experience in payroll, accounts payable, and general ledger; a bachelor's degree in accounting is preferred.

- Demonstrated ability to build trusting relationships and foster collaboration.

- Experience with automated accounting systems and familiarity with Microsoft Dynamics 365.

- Strong proficiency in spreadsheet tools and analytical skills with exceptional attention to detail.

- Excellent oral and written communication abilities.

- Commitment to the organization's values, including Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion.

- Familiarity with accounting software such as Fluxx, Expensify, and Paylocity.

- Previous experience working in a paperless environment is a plus.

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