Accountant - Hybrid

Meridian Services•Golden Valley, MN

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Accountant performs month-end closing and financial reporting, variance analysis, balance sheet reconciliations, banking and asset functions, and insurance-related work. The role also supports annual audits, budgeting, client billing and staffing calculations, regulatory compliance, census and unclaimed property reporting, and State/Medicaid audits. The position is based in Golden Valley, Minnesota, with typical Monday–Friday daytime business hours. Work-from-home eligibility begins after 90 days of employment. The annual salary is $72,000 and includes full-time benefits.

Requirements

A four-year degree in Accounting or a related business field, or a two-year Accounting degree with 3–5 years of relevant experience.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including complex formulas.
Experience with multiple computer systems and ability to learn new programs.
Strong organizational and task-prioritization skills to meet multiple deadlines.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Flexibility to adapt to peak workload seasons, such as annual audits.
Successful clearance of a Department of Human Services background check.
Successful clearance of a Motor Vehicle Background Check and an acceptable driving record per Company Policy.

Nice To Haves

Background in social services or developmental disabilities.
Familiarity with insurance management, including liability, workers’ compensation, property, and auto insurance.
Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and driven to exceed expectations.
Comfort collaborating with diverse stakeholders, including State representatives, auditors, and the general public.

Responsibilities

Perform month-end closing tasks, including general ledger reviews, allocations, and financial statement generation.
Conduct variance analysis and make actionable recommendations.
Complete balance sheet reconciliations.
Oversee banking functions, manage funding, and handle asset setup and retirement.
Maintain insurance policies and property/auto claims, and assist with annual audits such as workers’ compensation audits.
Collaborate with department heads to create annual budgets and assess financial goals.
Calculate client billing rates and staffing needs.
Ensure adherence to Federal, State, Local, Medicaid, and healthcare agency regulations.
Prepare census and unclaimed property reporting, and manage State/Medicaid audits.