Sr. Accountant

Goodwill-Easter Seals Minnesota (GESMN)•Saint Paul, MN

13d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior Accountant is responsible for maintaining the integrity of the organization's financial records through accurate accounting, reconciliation, and reporting processes. This position plays a key role in month end and year-end close activities, general ledger management, cash monitoring, account reconciliations, audit support, and financial analysis. The Senior Accountant partners with internal stakeholders to ensure compliance with accounting policies, internal controls, and generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP). Day in the life : In a typical day, a Senior Account can expect to... General Ledger & Month-End Close: Manages general ledger accounting activities and executes accurate, timely month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes in compliance with accounting standards and organizational policies. Cash Management & Monitoring: Monitors cash activity, maintains accurate cash records, and analyzes cash positions to support effective liquidity management and financial operations. Reconciliations: Performs and maintains accurate account reconciliations, investigates discrepancies, and ensures the integrity of financial records and account balances. Financial Reporting & Analysis: Prepares financial reports and analyses that provide meaningful insights, support decision-making, and ensure accurate financial reporting. Audit & Compliance: Supports audit, regulatory, and compliance activities by maintaining accurate documentation, responding to requests, and ensuring adherence to accounting standards and internal controls. Internal Controls & Process Improvement: Strengthens financial processes and internal controls by identifying improvement opportunities, supporting system enhancements, and implementing efficient accounting practices

Requirements

Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, and month-end close processes
Knowledge of audit, compliance, regulatory, and internal control requirements
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
Experience with ERP systems; NetSuite experience preferred
Strong financial analysis and data interpretation skills
Strong critical thinking, judgment, and decision-making skills
Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Effective organizational and time management skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to explain financial concepts to non-financial audiences
Strong collaboration and relationship-building skills
Customer-focused approach to serving internal and external stakeholders
Experience identifying and implementing process improvements
Ability to leverage technology to improve efficiency and effectiveness
Comfort working in ambiguous and changing environments
Demonstrated curiosity and commitment to continuous learning
Self-directed, proactive, and results-oriented work style
Strong documentation and recordkeeping skills
Ability to identify risks and recommend practical, solution-oriented actions
Continuous improvement mindset focused on operational excellence
Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or related field required
5+ years of progressive accounting experience required
Experience with general ledger accounting, reconciliations, and financial reporting required
Experience supporting internal and external audits required

Nice To Haves

Non-profit experience preferred

Responsibilities

Manages general ledger accounting activities and executes accurate, timely month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes in compliance with accounting standards and organizational policies.
Monitors cash activity, maintains accurate cash records, and analyzes cash positions to support effective liquidity management and financial operations.
Performs and maintains accurate account reconciliations, investigates discrepancies, and ensures the integrity of financial records and account balances.
Prepares financial reports and analyses that provide meaningful insights, support decision-making, and ensure accurate financial reporting.
Supports audit, regulatory, and compliance activities by maintaining accurate documentation, responding to requests, and ensuring adherence to accounting standards and internal controls.
Strengthens financial processes and internal controls by identifying improvement opportunities, supporting system enhancements, and implementing efficient accounting practices