Senior Accountant – Financial Analysis

Staffing Proxy is partnering with a growing company in the hearing healthcare industry to recruit an experienced Senior Accountant – Financial Analysis for its Minnetonka, MN location.

This position combines hands-on accounting responsibilities with financial planning and analysis, offering the opportunity to contribute to both day-to-day financial operations and broader business decisions.

The ideal candidate has a strong background in accounting, including month-end close, journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reporting, along with experience in budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.

Position Overview:

The Senior Accountant – Financial Analysis will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, supporting financial reporting and compliance, and providing analysis to help guide business decisions.

Working closely with the VP of Accounting and Finance and company leadership, this individual will play a key role in financial operations, budgeting, forecasting, and identifying opportunities for process improvement.

This position is well-suited for an experienced Senior Accountant who enjoys hands-on accounting while also contributing to financial planning and business performance analysis.

Key Responsibilities:

Accounting & Financial Reporting

• Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual closing activities, including journal entries, accruals, prepaid expenses, and supporting schedules.
• Prepare and reconcile balance sheet accounts, investigate discrepancies, and resolve outstanding items.
• Maintain fixed asset records, depreciation schedules, and capital expenditure tracking.
• Support inventory accounting, cost analysis, sales commissions, rebates, and revenue adjustments.
• Coordinate with accounts payable, accounts receivable, and operations to ensure accurate financial records.
• Prepare and reconcile sales and use tax filings and support financial audits.
• Maintain financial documentation and ensure compliance with internal accounting policies and controls.

Financial Planning & Analysis

• Support annual budgeting, financial planning, and ongoing forecasting activities.
• Analyze actual financial results against budgets, forecasts, and prior periods to identify trends and variances.
• Prepare financial models and evaluate profitability, operating expenses, and business performance.
• Monitor cash flow, working capital, and inventory trends to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Provide financial insights and recommendations to support business decisions.

Reporting & Process Improvement

• Prepare monthly financial reports, management dashboards, and operational performance reports.
• Partner with leadership and cross-functional teams to improve reporting accuracy and financial visibility.
• Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes, improve internal controls, and enhance reporting efficiency.
• Support financial and operational improvement initiatives.

Qualifications:

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive, hands-on accounting experience, including financial reporting and month-end close.
• Experience preparing journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial statements.
• Experience with budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and financial reporting.
• Strong understanding of financial, managerial, and cost accounting principles.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and experience working with accounting or ERP systems.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and communicate financial information effectively.

Preferred

• CPA, CMA, or advanced degree.
• Experience with SAP, SAP BW, Adaptive Planning, or comparable financial systems.
• Experience supporting inventory accounting, cost analysis, or financial operations within a product-based business.
• Experience identifying process improvements and developing financial reporting tools.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Base Salary:$85,000–$100,000 annually, depending on qualifications and experience.
• Health & Dental Insurance
• Company-Paid Life Insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off
• Wellness Programs
• Product Discounts