Accountant II

Northmarq•Minneapolis, MN

17h•Hybrid

About The Position

The Accountant II supports accurate and timely accounting for cash activity by preparing journal entries, reconciling assigned bank accounts, researching variances, and monitoring the flow of transaction information between Salesforce and the ERP. The role requires working knowledge of U.S. GAAP, deal-related accounting, banking platforms, and transaction dependencies. The successful candidate brings strong Excel and systems skills, initiative, attention to detail, critical thinking, and resourcefulness, and is eager to learn, take on new areas, improve processes, and support the broader accounting team. The position supports a flexible schedule that prioritizes in-office teamwork, with remote work flexibility when appropriate. Northmarq does not provide immigration sponsorship; candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. for any employer without sponsorship now or in the future. Northmarq provides capital markets services for commercial real estate investors, including debt, equity, investment sales, loan servicing, and fund management. The company describes its culture as collaborative and inclusive, with training, mentoring, and career growth opportunities.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field; relevant work experience may be considered in place of a degree.
At least 3 years of relevant accounting experience.
Accounting experience involving journal entries, account reconciliations, or cash activity.
Experience with accounting software or an ERP; NetSuite or Microsoft Dynamics GP preferred.
Working knowledge of U.S. GAAP.
Proficiency with Microsoft Suite products.
Experience in a multi-entity environment, with exposure to intercompany accounting, consolidations, and entity-level financial reporting.
Unrestricted authorization to work in the U.S. for any employer without sponsorship now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

Salesforce experience.
Understanding of commercial real estate and mortgage banking.
CPA.
High degree of computer skills, including proficiency with accounting applications, Excel spreadsheets, advanced formulas, macro building, Power Query, ODBC, and other data connectivity.
Ability to understand data sources, system interfaces, journal-entry logic, and transaction dependencies.
Working knowledge of ERP, Salesforce, and online banking platforms.
Strong attention to detail, critical thinking, problem-solving, and research skills.
Clear and concise written and verbal communication.
Organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize work, and meet deadlines.
Resourcefulness and ability to investigate and resolve variances promptly.
Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively.
Commitment to continuous improvement, learning, and effective use of evolving technology.

Responsibilities

Maintain a thorough understanding of automated processes, including information retrieval, source systems, and journal-entry production.
Prepare and record accurate journal entries on a timely basis in accordance with U.S. GAAP.
Maintain a working understanding of the ERP and processes used to record cash and deal-related activity, including advanced workbooks using macros and ODBC connections.
Understand transaction types and the typical accounting entries associated with each.
Review the Salesforce-to-ERP reconciliation regularly throughout the month, confirm deals are recorded accurately, and investigate exceptions.
Reconcile assigned bank accounts regularly and complete reconciliations in accordance with month-end close deadlines.
Understand the information sources used in assigned bank reconciliations and information available through applicable banking platforms.
Research and investigate reconciling items and variances promptly, coordinate resolution with appropriate partners, and escalate issues when needed.
Identify opportunities to improve the efficiency, accuracy, and sustainability of assigned processes.
Understand upstream and downstream impacts of processed transactions and accounting entries.
Use evolving technology and available system capabilities to support accurate, efficient accounting processes.
Communicate clearly and concisely about transaction activity, exceptions, and required follow-up.
Perform additional related duties and provide backup as assigned.