Title : Staff Accountant IIDepartment : AccountingLocation : 899 Montreal Circle, St. Paul, MN 55102Reports to : Accounting ManagerSchedule : Full-time, Mon-Fri (Hybrid)Employee Type : Exempt EmployeeSalary : $60k - $75k per year (depending on experience)Annual Incentive Pay : 5% target of earned base salaryBenefits Offered : Health Insurance (medical, dental, vision), Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, 401(k) with employer match, Paid Time OffPosition SummaryWe are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Staff Accountant II to join our accounting team. In this role, you will be responsible for executing key accounting functions, including general ledger maintenance, cash reporting, and month-end and year-end close activities. You will have the opportunity to grow your analytical skills by identifying trends, understanding variances, and contributing meaningful insights to support management decision‑making. A background in manufacturing and cost accounting is required, as this knowledge is integral to the accuracy and integrity of our financial operations. The ideal candidate is eager to develop, takes pride in accuracy, and is ready to grow into a role with increasing responsibility in a team that values accountability and continuous growth.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesReconcile and report on daily cash postings across multiple accounts and entities, ensuring accuracy and timely resolution of discrepanciesPerform monthly bank reconciliations and resolve variances independentlyOwn balance sheet account reconciliations end-to-endPrepare and post month-end journal entries across multiple entitiesTrack and analyze financial KPIs, identifying trends and flagging variances to managementSupport inventory accounting activitiesReview monthly financial statements and provide written notes identifying key trendsReview, complete, and submit vendor documentation requestsIdentify and drive procedure improvements within the accounting department and across teamsSupport annual audit preparation and documentationPrepare internal reports and deliver on ad hoc projects as assignedQualifications/Skills/ExperienceTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Bachelor's degree in accounting preferred2–4 years of accounting experience with a track record of increasing responsibilityPrior experience with manufacturing and cost accounting requiredAdvanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP, charting, and formattingExperience with ERP software; Syspro preferred, though experience with comparable systems is valuedStrong understanding of transaction flows within an integrated accounting systemProven experience coordinating audit activities and managing general ledger and financial reportingAbility to handle sensitive information with confidentiality and sound discretionExcellent interpersonal and communication skills with a high degree of responsivenessEffective decision-making skills with the ability to utilize resources efficientlyProactive, accurate, and detail-oriented with strong organizational skillsAbility to manage and prioritize multiple tasks in a deadline-driven environment#J-18808-Ljbffr