Senior Accountant

Our growing client in the Minneapolis-St. Paul area is looking to add a Senior Accountant to their team. This is a unique opportunity to join a thriving specialty food and beverage manufacturer with an entrepreneurial culture and ambitious growth plans. The Accountant will report directly to the President and play a key role in strengthening the company's financial reporting and oversight.

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WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Oversee bookkeeping functions including A/P, A/R, and daily bank and POS system financial entry
• Prepare financial reports for the President and executive staff
• Monitor and manage the annual budget, including expense controls and periodic variance analysis
• Manage the general ledger including reconciliation
• Oversee accounting procedures and internal controls
• Prepare bank reconciliations and monthly journal entries
• Oversee benefits enrollment and management
• Ensure compliance with HR policies and procedures
• Stay current on federal, state, and local employment laws
• Conduct internal audits for inventory, SOPs, and human resources
• Foster and maintain relationships with suppliers and vendors

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WHAT THEY'RE LOOKING FOR

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• 5+ years of accounting experience; food or beverage industry experience a plus
• Significant bookkeeping experience including financial reporting, general ledger management, cash flow management, and risk assessment
• Experience in benefits administration (payroll, insurance, 401k, etc.)
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and Microsoft Office
• Experience with QuickBooks
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to identify and mitigate risk, manage multiple priorities, and work under minimal supervision
• Comfortable in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment
• Detail-oriented with a positive, collaborative attitude

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COMPENSATION

Competitive base salary up to $100k plus a robust benefits package.