Accounting Manager
A highly respected professional services firm in Downtown Minneapolis is seeking an Accounting Manager to take ownership of its day-to-day accounting operations. This is a rare opportunity to join a tight-knit, values-driven team known for tackling meaningful, high-impact work while maintaining a collaborative and supportive culture.
This role is ideal for someone who enjoys running the accounting function end-to-end, thrives with autonomy, and prefers a stable, steady leadership track rather than climbing a large corporate ladder. You’ll work closely with firm leadership and a part-time Controller while playing a key role in maintaining financial accuracy and supporting long-term financial planning.
If you’re someone who is curious, resourceful, and enjoys figuring things out independently, this environment will allow you to make a real impact while working alongside a team that truly values its people.
Responsibilities
- Own the day-to-day accounting processes including general ledger management, journal entries, and reconciliations
- Manage month-end close activities, ensuring accurate financial records and reporting
- Maintain financial data integrity across accounting systems and internal tracking tools
- Prepare periodic financial reports and assist with financial analysis as needed
- Oversee the full billing cycle, including reviewing pre-bills, generating invoices, and coordinating approvals
- Submit invoices to clients and external billing portals
- Monitor receivables and follow up on outstanding balances with internal stakeholders
- Track and reconcile payments across financial systems
- Process vendor invoices and company expenses
- Maintain vendor records including tax documentation and payment terms
- Support expense reimbursements and corporate card processing
- Assist with periodic payment runs and ACH transactions
- Process distributions and maintain supporting financial records
- Prepare and submit annual 1099 filings
- Assist with sales tax filings and regulatory reporting
- Support external auditors and financial review processes As you settle into the role, you’ll also begin supporting:
- Budgeting and forecasting
- Financial projections and reporting enhancements
- Process improvements and operational efficiencies across the accounting function
Desired Skills and Experience
- 5+ years of accounting experience in a professional services environment or similar industry
- Strong knowledge of general ledger, billing, AR/AP, and financial reporting
- Advanced Excel skills and comfort working with accounting systems
- Ability to operate independently and manage multiple priorities
- A problem-solver mindset with strong attention to detail
- Someone who values stability and prefers to own a function rather than manage a large team Professional services experience is helpful but not required.
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