Staff Accountant (Hiring Immediately)

We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our team in Minneapolis, Minnesota. In this role, you will collaborate with Human Resources to ensure seamless payroll processing while maintaining accuracy and compliance. You will also oversee financial reporting, reconcile accounts, and support employee-related invoicing processes.

Responsibilities:
• Process payroll in collaboration with Human Resources, ensuring timely and error-free execution.
• Prepare and submit payroll-related reports, including weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual filings such as W-2 forms.
• Review and validate invoices for employee benefits and payroll withholdings.
• Handle monthly financial statement close processes, including importing payroll data into the general ledger and preparing necessary journal entries.
• Reconcile general ledger accounts and sub-ledgers, resolving discrepancies efficiently.
• Manage expense report processes and generate relevant reports.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, policies, and regulatory standards.
• Assist with employee invoicing processes and maintain accurate records.
• Utilize software tools such as spreadsheets, databases, and accounting systems to compile and format financial data.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors to address information requests and provide support.• Minimum of 2 years of experience in accounting or payroll-related roles.
• Proficiency in preparing journal entries and reconciling general ledger accounts.
• Hands-on experience with SAP and accounting software.
• Strong skills in Microsoft Excel, including advanced formulas.
• Knowledge of account reconciliation and cash reconciliation processes.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
• Familiarity with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
• Excellent organizational and communication skills to interact with diverse stakeholders.