Staff Accountant

Lee Hecht Harrison
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • $65,000–$95,000 Per Year
23 days ago

Job Description

LHH is partnering with a leading organization in the Twin Cities seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity for accounting professionals looking to build upon their experience, gain exposure to a variety of accounting functions, and contribute to a collaborative business environment.

The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a solid understanding of accounting principles. This role offers the opportunity to support month-end close activities, financial reporting, account reconciliations, and process improvement initiatives while working alongside experienced accounting and finance professionals.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

  • Opportunity to join a collaborative and supportive accounting team

  • Exposure to a broad range of accounting and financial reporting responsibilities

  • Ability to take ownership of work and contribute to process improvements

  • Opportunity for professional development and career growth

  • Exposure to cross-functional business operations

  • Stable organization with opportunities for advancement

Key Responsibilities

  • Assist with month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities

  • Prepare and post journal entries

  • Perform account reconciliations and resolve discrepancies

  • Maintain general ledger accounts and supporting schedules

  • Review transactions to ensure accuracy and compliance with accounting policies

  • Analyze financial data and investigate variances

  • Assist with preparing financial statements and management reports

  • Support budgeting, forecasting, and audit activities

  • Maintain accurate accounting records and documentation

  • Participate in special projects and process improvement initiatives

  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders to support business objectives

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

  • 1+ years of accounting experience preferred

  • Understanding of general accounting principles and financial reporting

  • Experience preparing journal entries and account reconciliations

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

  • Experience with accounting software or ERP systems preferred

  • Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills

  • Effective written and verbal communication abilities

Ideal Candidate

  • Takes ownership of responsibilities and follows through on commitments

  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy

  • Comfortable asking questions and investigating discrepancies

  • Proactive, solutions-oriented, and eager to improve processes

  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills

  • Works effectively both independently and collaboratively

  • Demonstrates initiative, accountability, and a continuous improvement mindset

Compensation: $65,000-$95,000

Benefits

Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and 401K plan. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

  • The California Fair Chance Act
  • Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
  • Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
  • San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

If you're interested in learning more, or know someone who may be a fit, please apply directly or send your resume to rachel.rakowczyk@lhh.com.

Pay Details: $65,000.00 to $95,000.00 per year

Search managed by: Rachel Rakowczyk

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

  • The California Fair Chance Act
  • Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
  • Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
  • San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Numbers & Facts

LocationMinneapolis, MN
Salary$65,000–$95,000 Per Year

Skills

  • Accountingunmatched
  • Accounting Closeunmatched
  • Accounting Policiesunmatched
  • Accounting Softwareunmatched
  • Analysis Skillsunmatched
  • Budgetingunmatched
  • Business Operationsunmatched
  • Business Supportunmatched
  • Communication Skillsunmatched
  • Continuous Improvementunmatched
  • Cross-Functionalunmatched
  • Detail Orientedunmatched
  • Documentationunmatched
  • ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning)unmatched
  • Employee Orientationunmatched
  • Financeunmatched
  • Financial Analysisunmatched
  • Financial Reportingunmatched
  • Financial Statementsunmatched
  • Forecastingunmatched
  • General Ledger Accountingunmatched
  • Interpersonal Skillsunmatched
  • Journal Entriesunmatched
  • Maintain Complianceunmatched
  • Microsoft Excelunmatched
  • Multitaskingunmatched
  • Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
  • Process Improvementunmatched
  • Reconciliationunmatched
  • Record Keepingunmatched
  • Team Playerunmatched
  • Time Managementunmatched
  • Writing Skillsunmatched

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