Senior Accountant

Aston Carter•Minneapolis, MN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Accountant to join our team. The ideal candidate will prepare and review financial statements in compliance with GAAP, lead closing activities, and ensure adherence to regulatory requirements.

Requirements

5+ years of accounting experience.
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent years of experience.
High level understanding of Excel, including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUPs, formatting on spreadsheets, and formulas.
Active or Inactive CPA is strongly preferred.

Nice To Haves

Experience in the manufacturing, real estate, or equipment rental industry is a plus.
Proficiency with QuickBooks Online is a plus.

Responsibilities

Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP.
Lead month-end and year-end close activities, including journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations.
Review balance sheet and income statement accounts; investigate and resolve variances.
Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis efforts.
Ensure compliance with internal controls, accounting policies, and regulatory requirements.
Assist with internal and external audits, including preparation of audit schedules and documentation.
Analyze financial data and provide insights to management to support business decisions.
Mentor and review work of junior accounting staff as needed.
Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, systems, and controls.
Collaborate cross-functionally with FP&A, Tax, Payroll, and Operations teams.