Senior Accountant

Senior Accountant

Location: Duluth, MN, US, 55802 Lake Superior Consulting is seeking a Senior Accountant to join our team! As a Senior Accountant, you will play a key role in supporting the financial health, reporting, and strategic decision-making of the organization. Reporting to the Director of Finance, this position provides high-level support across financial reporting, planning, analysis, compliance, and general accounting functions. The ideal candidate is both detail-oriented and strategic, with the ability to improve processes, support business initiatives, and partner effectively across departments. This position is hybrid, with flexibility for remote consideration for the right candidate.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead monthly financial close and revenue recognition review processes in accordance with GAAP
• Support optimization of the company's financial performance and strategic position through P&L analysis, KPI reporting, and financial insights for leadership
• Prepare, analyze, and automate complex financial reports in Excel and/or Power BI, including: General ledger account reconciliations Financial analyses and trending Variance investigation and resolution between subledgers and the GL
• Support strategic initiatives and systems enhancements, including: ERP optimization and integrations Automation and AI-enabled process improvements Identification of cost reduction and operational improvement opportunities
• Ensure appropriate internal controls are maintained in alignment with statutory requirements and financial systems
• Review and provide guidance on: AP transactions Payroll Bank and general ledger reconciliations Sales & use tax 1099 reporting
• Serve as a mentor and technical resource to accounting team members
• Assist with development of annual financial plans and monthly forecasts, including working capital projections
• Partner with leadership to evaluate the financial implications of business transactions, pricing decisions, and revenue/cost recognition matters
• Coordinate periodic financial and ERISA audits and support annual tax return preparation
• Support ongoing compliance with internal financial procedures and processes

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or related business discipline required
• Progressive accounting and/or finance experience, generally within the 3–7 year range, with increasing levels of responsibility
• Strong knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Experience with: Financial planning and forecasting Month-end and year-end close Revenue recognition Budget and working capital management Cost allocation
• Demonstrated analytical and metric-driven financial planning skills with experience developing meaningful KPIs
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills required; Power BI experience a plus
• Experience with ERP systems such as NetSuite, Microsoft Dynamics, SAP, or Unanet preferred
• Interest in or experience leveraging automation and AI tools to improve accounting workflows
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills with the ability to balance detail-oriented work and strategic thinking
• Effective communicator with strong interpersonal and leadership skills
• High level of integrity, accountability, and confidentiality
• Ability to collaborate effectively across operations and finance teams

Work Environment & Physical Requirements:

• Ability to work extended hours during peak business cycles and month/year-end close periods
• Occasional travel may be required (up to 10%) to support business operations and collaboration initiatives

Why Join Us?

This is an opportunity to join a collaborative and growing organization where you can make a meaningful impact on financial operations, process improvements, and strategic initiatives. We are looking for someone who enjoys solving problems, improving systems, and partnering with leaders to drive business performance. At LSC, you'll have the opportunity to collaborate with top-tier talent and take on meaningful projects in industries including Liquids and Natural Gas, Power, Mining, Water and Wastewater, Renewables, and Manufacturing. If you're driven, curious, and ready to grow your career while making a difference, we want to hear from you.

Lake Superior Consulting offers a competitive compensation package. The actual starting salary will be determined based on a variety of factors, including your skills, experience, and office/market location. The anticipated salary/hourly range for this position is $75,000-$95,000 per year. Our benefits include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Flexible work options
• 401K/Profit Sharing (6% company match)
• Company paid life, AD&D, and short/long term disability
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Paid holidays (twelve per year)
• Tuition reimbursement

Bias-Free Hiring Practices: Lake Superior Consulting is proud to be an Equal Employment employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.