Sr. Accountant

Senior Accountant / Lead Senior Accountant – Technical Accounting - Hybrid - Edina, MN

$110k-140k + bonus

Leveling is flexible based on experience. Our client is open to considering candidates ranging from experienced Senior Accountants to Lead/Senior-level accounting professionals with deeper expertise in technical accounting, financial reporting, and internal controls.

Position Overview

A growing and financially strong organization is seeking a Senior Accountant / Lead Senior Accountant – Technical Accounting to join its accounting team. This role will be responsible for supporting financial reporting, technical accounting, internal controls, and general ledger activities across multiple entities.

The ideal candidate will possess strong accounting fundamentals, experience with financial controls, and the ability to navigate complex accounting matters while partnering with stakeholders across the organization. This position offers exposure to technical accounting, consolidations, financial reporting, and process improvement initiatives.

Level and title may be adjusted based on experience.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Reporting & Technical Accounting

• Assist with the preparation and review of financial statements and management reporting packages.
• Support technical accounting research, documentation, and implementation of accounting guidance.
• Assist with entity consolidations and related reporting requirements.
• Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards and internal policies.

General Ledger & Close Process

• Maintain ownership of assigned general ledger areas across multiple entities.
• Perform month-end close responsibilities, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and variance analysis.
• Review trial balances and ensure accuracy and completeness of financial information.
• Manage and reconcile intercompany transactions and balances.

Internal Controls & Compliance

• Assist with the implementation, documentation, and enhancement of internal control processes.
• Support and maintain a SOX-compliant control environment.
• Identify opportunities to strengthen controls and improve operational efficiency.
• Participate in internal and external audit activities.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with various departments to ensure accurate financial reporting and operational alignment.
• Support special projects, process improvement initiatives, and ad hoc financial analysis.
• Contribute to the development of scalable accounting processes and reporting capabilities.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• High visibility role with exposure to senior leadership.
• Opportunity to influence accounting processes and internal controls.
• Diverse responsibilities spanning technical accounting, reporting, controls, and general ledger ownership.
• Stable and growing organization with long-term career advancement potential.
• Flexible leveling based on experience and expertise.

Qualifications:

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting and/or finance experience.
• Strong general ledger accounting experience.
• Experience with SOX compliance, internal controls, or financial controls.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

Preferred

• CPA designation.
• Experience with technical accounting and financial reporting.
• IFRS experience.
• Experience working in a multi-entity environment.
• Experience with ERP systems.

Compensation

$110,000.00-$140,000.00 Yearly

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