Accountant

Location: Northwest Metro, MN
Compensation: Up to $85,000
Work Environment: In-office (with limited travel)

Our client, a growing, privately held professional services firm in the northwest metro, is seeking an Accountant to support core accounting, payroll, and administrative finance functions. Continued growth has created the need for a detail-oriented accounting professional who enjoys working in a collaborative, service-focused environment.

This role is well-suited for someone who thrives in a fast-paced setting, enjoys supporting project teams, and brings strong ownership over day-to-day accounting operations.
Position Summary

This role will be responsible for a broad range of general accounting and payroll activities, working closely with senior accounting leadership and cross-functional project teams. The role supports invoicing, accounts receivable, payroll processing, expense review, and financial administration, while serving as a reliable internal partner to operations and HR leadership.
Key Responsibilities

Accounting & Financial Operations

• Support annual fee structures, unit schedules, and client invoicing
• Assist project management teams with accounting-related administrative processes
• Monitor accounts receivable activity and follow up on outstanding items
• Enter and maintain unit-based accounting entries
• Research and resolve invoice discrepancies and exceptions
• Partner with senior accounting leadership on financial updates and reporting needs

Payroll, HR & Compliance Support

• Process payroll and support payroll-related audits
• Assist with filing, documentation, and compliance maintenance
• Review timesheets and expense reports for field-based staff

Additional Accounting Support

• Set up new vendors and process vendor, trade partner, and consultant invoices
• Process corporate credit cards and employee expense reports
• Manage cash receipts and daily bank activity
• Provide backup accounting support as needed across the team
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Qualifications & Experience

• Associate's degree in Accounting or related field (Bachelor's preferred)
• 3-5 years of relevant accounting experience
• Prior experience in a professional services or consulting environment preferred
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel proficiency important)
• Experience with project-based accounting systems (Deltek Ajera a plus)
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines

Core Competencies

• Strong collaboration skills; able to partner effectively with operations and accounting teams
• Clear written and verbal communication
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
• High level of organization, accuracy, and follow-through
• Ability to manage priorities and meet deadlines in a deadline-driven environment

Work Structure & Expectations

• Full-time, Monday-Friday business hours
• Primarily office-based role
• Occasional travel (up to ~15%) to a secondary Midwest office location
• Sedentary position with standard office equipment usage