Sr. Accountant

Robert Half's Contract Finance & Accounting team in Minneapolis is looking for a Senior Accountant for a contract opportunity. This position offers you great long-term potential and strong compensation. We are looking for someone who has excellent analytical skills and enjoys working in a challenging and fast–paced environment to support the firm's continued success.

Role & Responsibilities

· Execute monthly accounting close procedures and deliverables primarily in the compensation area (journal entries, reconciliations, reports) · Prepare monthly consolidated P&L and Balance Sheet flux analysis for management reporting · Work with business partners to ensure compliance with corporate accounting policies, procedures and controls and provide support on special requests. · Provide analysis on financial results (trends, performance metrics, benchmarks) · Assist in coordinating quarterly reviews and SOX testing with internal and external auditors · Prepare Balance Sheet account reconciliations · Dedication to continuously improve the automation of the accounting and reporting process · Participate in various department-wide initiatives Ad-hoc projects as necessary

Requirements:

· 3-5 years of overall general accounting experience

· ERP system experience

· Strong Excel skills required

· Strong analytical skills, accuracy and attention to detail a plus

· Ability to work in a dynamic and changing environment

· Strong organizational, written and verbal communication skills required

· Ability to effectively interact, verbally and in writing, with functional department managers

· Ability and willingness to meet business critical deadlines

· Strong time management and organizational skills