Accountant and Payroll Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

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Located in Virginia, MN

Salary: $65,000 - $85,000/year

Accountant & Payroll Specialist
$65,000 - $85,000/year + Benefits | Hibbing-Virginia, MN

Express Employment Professionals is recruiting an experienced Accountant & Payroll Specialist for a well-established company in Northern Minnesota. If you're an organized accounting professional who enjoys working with financial reporting, payroll, accounts payable/receivable, and supporting day-to-day business operations, this is an excellent opportunity to join a stable company with outstanding benefits.

What You'll Do

As the Accountant & Payroll Specialist, you'll oversee daily accounting operations while ensuring accurate payroll processing and financial reporting. This position plays a key role in maintaining the company's financial health and supporting office operations.

Primary Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle accounting, including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, general ledger, purchasing, and payroll accounting
• Process bi-weekly payroll accurately while maintaining confidentiality
• Reconcile bank accounts, credit cards, vendor statements, and customer accounts
• Prepare journal entries, account reconciliations, and assist with month-end and year-end closing
• Generate financial reports and assist leadership with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis
• Prepare payroll tax filings and maintain compliance with federal and state regulations
• Monitor outstanding receivables and assist with collections as needed
• Maintain employee payroll records, benefits deductions, and tax withholdings
• Set up customer accounts, prepare invoices, process payments, and maintain vendor records
• Maintain organized financial records and assist with additional administrative projects as needed

Requirements

We're looking for someone who brings both accounting expertise and exceptional attention to detail.

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field
• Previous experience in an accounting, finance, or payroll-related role with the ability to manage multiple responsibilities independently
• Working knowledge of accounting principles, financial recordkeeping, and payroll practices
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to prioritize deadlines in a fast-paced office environment
• High level of integrity and discretion when handling confidential financial and personnel information
• Proficiency using accounting software
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with exceptional attention to detail
• Professional communication skills with the ability to work effectively with employees, vendors, and customers

Benefits

• Competitive pay based on experience
• Health Insurance
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) + company match
• Profit Sharing
• PTO, Paid Holidays, Vacation, Sick Leave
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Excellent long-term career opportunity!

Start a Rewarding Career and Apply Today With Express Employment!

Apply online today at ExpressProsMN.com or email your resume with the job title to View email address on ziprecruiter.com.

Questions?
Contact Express Employment Professionals to learn more about this opportunity at View phone number on ziprecruiter.com.

At Express, we're committed to helping great people find great companies. When you work with Express, you'll have a dedicated Employment Specialist supporting you throughout the hiring process and our services are always free to job seekers. Apply today and take the next step in your career!

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Express Office: Brainerd/Grand Rapids

102 Northeast 3rd Street

Suite 100

Grand Rapids, MN 55744