Accountant - Direct Hire with ESOP Company

This is a direct-hire, in office position based in Saint Louis Park, offering $70-80k based on experience level. Apply today!

Job Duties/Description:

• Process customer payments, prepare deposits, and record transactions accurately.
• Maintain documentation for receivables, payables, payroll, and financial records.
• Enter and review vendor invoices, verify accuracy against purchase orders, and process timely payments.
• Manage customer credit reviews and perform collections activities when needed.
• Prepare and file required sales tax returns on monthly, quarterly, and annual schedules.
• Process bi‑weekly payroll and complete related tax deposits and quarterly filings.
• Maintain employee records including PTO tracking, timekeeping, and benefits documentation.
• Reconcile bank accounts and prepare supporting schedules for month‑end close.
• Generate monthly financial statements and analyze general ledger activity.
• Maintain inventory records, reconcile counts, and process required adjustments.
• Support pricing updates, margin reviews, and creation of product pricing materials.
• Prepare month‑end and year‑end reports and ensure completion of required checklists.
• Assist in preparing annual budgets and analyze expenditure variances.
• Coordinate with internal and external partners, including insurance and benefit providers.
• Maintain internal controls, ensure compliance with financial policies, and safeguard confidential financial information.

Requirements:

• A minimum of five years of accounting experience.
• The need to multi-task, meet deadlines and maintain a high degree of accuracy is essential.
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and takes the required initiative to complete tasks and job responsibilities.
• Ability to work in a fast paced work environment.
• Must possess strong organizational skills with an exceptional attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of information in compliance with state and federal HIPPA regulations.
• Strong interpersonal skills.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance.