Senior Accountant (CPA)

NOW HIRING a Senior Accountant

Pay: $94,000-$106,080

Location: Downtown Minneapolis

Schedule: Hybrid 3 days in office

Who you will report to: Sr. Director Controller

Why is this position open?: Investing in the team. This is a NEW position that will support the finance team.

Primary Responsibilities

• Research, analyze, and conclude on new accounting, reporting, and disclosure standards issued by the FASB and SEC and prepare memorandums including supportive literature, impact on the Company, and conclusion.

• Evaluate transactions, and research as needed to provide recommendations and implement appropriate accounting and business solutions.

• Must be able to collaborate effectively with key partners to implement systems, business controls, and processes/procedures to achieve objectives.

• Prepare financial reports, review and analyze financial information, and maintain accounting data in appropriate ledgers and journals.

• Drive development of financial system improvements to eliminate manual processes and improve financial controls.

• Support external and internal auditors during quarterly reviews and audits.

Key Performance Indicators

• Ensures compliance with SEC, GAAP, and other legal and regulatory requirements.

• Identifies and helps to implement system, process, and cost improvements.

• Effectively multi-tasks and prioritize work assignments to ensure timely completion with high quality, including monthly, quarterly, and year-end close deliverables.

Position Requirements

• Active CPA

• 4+ years of accounting experience

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting

• Strong understanding of GAAP required; SEC reporting experience preferred

• True accounting experience with Public Account or auditor for a Publicly traded firm

• Technical accounting, someone really into the numbers, comfortable researching the rules

Nice to have

• Oracle and Workiva experience

• Proven record of driving process improvements and development of personnel

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs; advanced in Excel; Oracle and Workiva experience preferred

• Proven record of driving process improvements and development of personnel.

• Proactive decision-making and strong communication skills (written, oral, presentation, and interpersonal skills)

• Ability to work autonomously with all levels of leadership

• Must be oriented for continuous improvement

• Analytical ability and insights and detailed oriented

• Positive attitude; willingness to accept increasing responsibility

If you want to learn more please email Anna at anogorman@astoncarter com with an updated resume and a time to connect.

About Aston Carter:

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Aston Carter, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent

• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection

• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes

• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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