Accounting Manager/Supervisor

We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager/Supervisor to lead core financial operations and provide accurate, timely reporting for the organization in Arden Hills, Minnesota. This role oversees daily accounting activity, strengthens controls and compliance, and delivers insight that supports budgeting, cash planning, and business performance. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, leadership capability, and the ability to improve processes while maintaining a high standard of accuracy.

Responsibilities:

• Direct daily accounting activities across the general ledger, payables, receivables, payroll, bank reconciliations, and the monthly close cycle.
• Prepare and evaluate periodic financial statements and management reports to ensure reliable visibility into financial results.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and cash management efforts to support short- and long-term financial planning.
• Maintain compliance with accounting rules, tax obligations, and internal control standards through consistent review and documentation.
• Administer trust and settlement-related accounts with careful attention to legal, ethical, and financial requirements.
• Reconcile financial activity tied to case expenses, settlement funds, fee allocations, liens, and client payments.
• Work closely with leadership to assess profitability, inform operational decisions, and support overall financial strategy.
• Guide and develop accounting team members while refining procedures, documentation, and workflow efficiency.
• Partner with external auditors, tax advisors, banking contacts, and operational stakeholders on financial matters and reporting needs.
• Drive accounting process improvements, reporting upgrades, and automation initiatives that enhance scalability and performance.
• Proven experience managing month-end close and overseeing full-cycle accounting operations.
• Strong knowledge of general ledger activity, journal entries, and account reconciliation practices.
• Hands-on experience with accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll administration.
• Ability to prepare, review, and analyze financial statements and support audit-related activities.
• Understanding of budgeting, forecasting, cash flow oversight, and internal control expectations.
• Experience supervising accounting staff and improving team processes and performance.
• High level of accuracy, organization, and judgment when handling sensitive financial information.