Jobs · Accounting · Minnesota

Staff Accountant

Robert Half · Dayton, MN · 4 days ago
On-siteAccountingFull-time

Responsibilities

  • Record and post accounting activity by preparing journal entries and maintaining supporting documentation for the general ledger.
  • Perform regular reconciliations for bank accounts, balance sheet accounts, and other ledger activity to resolve discrepancies promptly.
  • Absorb corporate and sales tax processes, including gathering information, preparing schedules, and supporting timely filings.
  • Maintain organized and accurate financial records to ensure reliable reporting and audit readiness.
  • Partner with the finance team on daily accounting operations and provide assistance across routine departmental needs.
  • Support internal and external audit requests by compiling documentation, answering inquiries, and helping address follow-up items.
  • Contribute to special assignments and ad hoc financial projects requested by leadership.
  • Monitor accounting rules and regulatory updates to help ensure ongoing compliance with applicable financial standards and tax requirements.
  • Experience in staff accounting with hands-on responsibility for journal entries, general ledger activity, and account reconciliations.
  • Working knowledge of corporate tax, sales tax, and related compliance support activities.
  • Proficiency in preparing bank reconciliations and analyzing balance sheet accounts for accuracy and completeness.
  • Familiarity with Microsoft Dynamics 365 ERP or comparable accounting systems.
  • Strong Excel skills, including the ability to organize data, prepare schedules, and review financial information efficiently.
  • Solid understanding of accounting principles, financial controls, and documentation standards.
  • Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage deadlines and handle multiple tasks effectively.

Qualifications

  • Experience in staff accounting with hands-on responsibility for journal entries, general ledger activity, and account reconciliations.
  • Working knowledge of corporate tax, sales tax, and related compliance support activities.
  • Proficiency in preparing bank reconciliations and analyzing balance sheet accounts for accuracy and completeness.
  • Familiarity with Microsoft Dynamics 365 ERP or comparable accounting systems.
  • Strong Excel skills, including the ability to organize data, prepare schedules, and review financial information efficiently.
  • Solid understanding of accounting principles, financial controls, and documentation standards.

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