Staff Accountant

We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join a business services organization in Plymouth, Minnesota. This position supports daily accounting operations with a strong focus on cash application, collections activity, and accounts payable accuracy, while also contributing to month-end close and financial reporting. The ideal candidate brings broad accounting knowledge, strong Excel skills, and the ability to work across multiple financial processes with accuracy and consistency.

Responsibilities:

• Apply customer payments accurately and promptly while resolving account discrepancies and helping release orders placed on hold due to outstanding balances.
• Review customer account activity, monitor overdue receivables, and assess credit information to support sound credit decisions and reporting.
• Process vendor invoices using three-way matching to confirm proper documentation, pricing, and receipt before payment is issued.
• Prepare payment support for check runs by organizing selected invoices and verifying them against corresponding disbursements.
• Identify and record accounts payable accruals to support an accurate and timely month-end close process.
• Assist the Controller with close activities by preparing journal entries, completing reconciliations, and analyzing financial data.
• Use Excel to organize, interpret, and report accounting information in a way that supports operational and financial decision-making.
• Follow established accounting controls and procedures while recommending practical improvements that enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Provide cross-functional support across accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, and other accounting duties as business needs require.
• Experience in staff accounting with hands-on involvement in accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger activities.
• Working knowledge of journal entry preparation, account reconciliations, and month-end close support.
• Ability to manage cash application, collections follow-up, and billing-related processes with strong attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for data analysis, reporting, and manipulation of financial information.
• Familiarity with tax-related accounting concepts, including corporate tax, sales tax, or corporate tax return support.
• Understanding of invoice processing controls, including three-way matching and accrual identification.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills with the ability to handle multiple priorities effectively.