Accountant

Patterson Companies, Inc.•Saint Paul, MN

44d•$60,400 - $78,533•Onsite

About The Position

The Accountant is accountable for maintaining the accuracy, integrity, and compliance of financial records and reporting through the application of professional accounting knowledge and established accounting principles. This role prepares, analyzes, reconciles, and reviews financial information to support financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and operational decision-making while resolving moderately complex accounting issues and supporting continuous improvement efforts.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or equivalent education + experience
2 years of related accounting or financial experience or equivalent experience
Working Knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting practices, and internal controls typically gained through education and professional accounting experience
Experience working with financial information and maintaining accuracy, completeness, and consistency across accounting records and reports
Demonstrated attention to detail when reviewing financial data, reconciling information, and validating supporting documentation
Ability to apply established accounting policies, procedures, and guidelines to address routine and moderately complex accounting matters
Experience managing multiple priorities and deadlines while maintaining quality and accuracy in a fast-paced environment
Sound judgment when evaluating accounting information, identifying potential issues, and determining when escalation or additional review is needed
Ability to build effective working relationships with team members and business partners to support accounting processes and reporting requirements
Experience supporting process documentation, compliance activities, or continuous improvement efforts within an accounting or finance environment
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint

Nice To Haves

Exposure to working with accounting information systems and ERP platforms (including SAP & Concur)
CPA or progress toward certification

Responsibilities

Prepare and maintain accurate financial records by recording, reconciling, and reviewing accounting transactions, ledger accounts, and supporting documentation
Ensure the integrity and compliance of accounting information through the accurate application of accounting principles, policies, procedures, and internal controls
Deliver timely and reliable financial statements, reports, and schedules that support business operations, financial reporting requirements, and management decision-making
Analyze and resolve account discrepancies, reconciliation issues, and reporting variances to maintain the accuracy and completeness of financial information
Support effective financial planning and performance evaluation by providing accurate financial data for budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis activities
Evaluate financial records and reporting outputs to identify errors, compliance concerns, and improvement opportunities and recommend appropriate corrective actions
Collaborate with internal departments to support accounting operations, address financial reporting needs, and contribute to accounting projects and process improvement initiatives
Comply with Company and department policies and standards; performs other duties as assigned