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Senior Accounting Specialist
Location: South St Paul, MN
Country: United States
Salary: $60K - $85K
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Description:
We are a global leader in manufacturing solutions and agile sourcing strategies, empowering manufacturers to succeed in a constantly evolving international market. Our impact extends far beyond sourcing—we unlock worldwide growth opportunities for our clients by providing tailored manufacturing solutions that streamline operations and drive efficiency.
With a network of trusted partners and strategic alliances across the globe, our team of experts specializes in best-in-class supply chain management practices. Together, we develop roadmaps that help clients navigate today’s complex business landscape.
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Senior Accounting Specialist to join our team. In this role, you will manage all core accounting functions, support financial operations, and assist with payroll and HR-related tasks. You will play a critical role in ensuring accuracy in reporting, maintaining compliance, and supporting cross-functional collaboration.
Key Responsibilities
Accounting & Financial Management
Perform full-cycle accounting including journal entries, account maintenance, and GL reconciliations
Record monthly depreciation, accruals, and pre-paid expenses
Manage Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable, including collections and delinquency escalations
Calculate and process monthly commissions and accruals
Reconcile balance sheet accounts and assist with month-end closing
Prepare documentation for bank reporting and tax filings
Manage bank wires, check runs, and cash flow reporting
Investigate and resolve bank and GL discrepancies
Order Entry & Invoicing
Enter customer orders with precision and timeliness
Process shipping and work order paperwork to enable accurate customer invoicing
Process receiving paperwork to facilitate vendor payments
Generate daily open order reports and manage pick tickets and backorders
Inventory & Receiving Oversight
Manage inventory adjustments and receiving within Sage ERP system
Reconcile vendor invoices with packing slips and maintain prepaid inventory tracking
Build and unbuild kits to ensure accurate inventory records
Payroll & HR Support
Assist with payroll data entry and processing to ensure timely employee compensation
Maintain time tracking records and verify payroll documentation
Support HR processes including employee files, compliance tracking, and benefits coordination
Facilitate onboarding documentation for new hires
Compliance & Operations
Help develop and maintain internal accounting standards and procedures
Support Sage ERP system organization and financial reporting
Participate in weekly internal team and production meetings
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Partner with internal departments to ensure aligned financial and operational workflows
Provide temporary support to other business functions as needed
Maintain document filing systems and assist with general phone coverage
Qualifications
Minimum 5 years of experience with general ledger and AP/AR management
Associate’s Degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or related field required; Bachelor’s Degree preferred
Proficient in Microsoft Excel (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP)
Experience with Sage or equivalent ERP platforms
Familiarity with month-end close procedures and reconciliations
Payroll entry experience is a strong plus
Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills
High level of professionalism and discretion when handling confidential information
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Performance Expectations
Process check deposits same day
Maintain AR/AP aging within target metrics
Conduct weekly outreach for 60-day and 90-day receivables
Deliver weekly cash flow and scorecard reports by Monday at noon
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