One of our publicly traded clients—a well-known name here in the Twin Cities—is hiring a Manager of External Reporting. This company is a recognized leader in its industry and continues to grow in exciting ways, even diversifying during the pandemic to stay on an upward trajectory. This opening is due to growth and reports to a highly respected leader we’ve known for years—sharp, supportive, and someone people enjoy working for.
This is a fantastic opportunity for public accountants wrapping up busy season and ready to make the jump to industry—or for someone looking to join a forward-thinking, innovative organization. It’s a high-impact, high-visibility role where you’ll have the chance to make your mark early and contribute meaningfully to the company’s financial reporting and strategy.
What we’re looking for:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
CPA preferred, but not required
4–7 years of accounting experience
Solid understanding of GAAP, SOX compliance, and strong SEC reporting experience
A self-starter who’s eager to grow, contribute ideas, and thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment
If you’re looking for a role where you can stretch, grow, and learn from a best-in-class team, this is one worth exploring.
We are looking for a Material Planning Manager to lead raw material planning across multiple food manufacturing sites. This role is responsible for ensuring timely and efficient availability of materials to support production, while balancing inventory targets and service levels. The ideal candidate will have experience working in a fast-paced, perishable goods environment, a strong history working within SAP, and a proven ability to lead and develop a team.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead material planning operations across multiple manufacturing locations, aligning plans with production schedules and inventory objectives.
Manage and develop a team of planners, setting clear expectations and supporting professional growth.
Utilize SAP to maintain accurate planning data, including safety stocks, lead times, and material master records.
Partner with sourcing and procurement to support supplier alignment on lead times, MOQ, and delivery reliability.
Monitor and report key metrics such as fill rate, inventory turns, and material availability; identify areas for improvement.
Troubleshoot material availability issues, coordinate resolutions, and communicate impacts to stakeholders as needed.
Support the monthly S&OP process by ensuring material forecasts are current and aligned with demand signals.
Drive process improvements and standardization across planning functions to support scalability and efficiency.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations, or a related field.
APICS certification preferred.
5+ years of experience in material planning with at least 3 years in food or beverage manufacturing.
Minimum 2 years in a leadership or team management role.
Hands-on experience with SAP
Strong analytical and communication skills; comfortable working cross-functionally.
SkyWater is thrilled to be partnering with an industry leading manufacturing company that is looking to add a Senior Accountant to their team. The Senior Accountant will be responsible for ensuring the accuracy and compliance of the company’s financial operations related to revenue, cost of goods sold (COGS), commissions, invoicing, sales tax, and audits. This role serves as a cross-functional liaison, supporting Sales, Client Services, Finance, and external partners to ensure smooth and accurate financial reporting within the Shared Services model.
Our client is a leading provider of industrial chemicals that partners with a variety of companies across the nation. They are seeking to add a Business Development Manager primarily focused on expanding market share in the North American industrial grease and lubrication sector. This position is responsible for developing new business opportunities and managing existing accounts for their OEM products. This individual will drive revenue by leveraging deep technical expertise and market knowledge to meet the evolving demands of their customers. This role will have support from peers and sales support from the internal team to best serve the customer. This role will have the ability to work remotely and compensates well through base salary plus commission along with good benefits.
This search is for one of my favorite clients based in MN. They are an automation company with a strong presence throughout the Midwest who sell automation and assembly solutions to a wide variety of industries and OEMs.
The team is hiring a Territory Sales Manager to manage accounts and grow business throughout the north metro. They are targeting candidates with at least 2 years of sales experience and a background in automation. This role requires local travel throughout the north metro, with no overnights.
The company offers competitive compensation through base salary ($75k+) & commission, travel and accommodation reimbursement, comprehensive benefits, and a fantastic company culture. Most employees have been at the company for over 25 years!
Our client is a local manufacturer with nearly 100 years of rich history and success. An innovative leader within manufacturing and technology, they have provided solutions to many industries: foodservice, retail, government, and others.
To facilitate continued growth, they are partnering with SkyWater to find a Regional Sales Manager for their foodservice division. This individual will be driving sales efforts through trusted rep groups throughout the central US. The ideal candidate has experience selling equipment or products through rep groups into restaurants and food chains.
A leader for the company, this Regional Sales Manager will be hands-on with their rep groups for sales outreach as they build out an already successful territory. If you have an entrepreneurial mindset, enjoy strategizing and building out new sales plans, and can drive business, this is a great opportunity for you.
They offer competitive base salary of $110k+, strong bonus plan, and full benefits.
Location: Roseville, MN (Hybrid, 3 days/week onsite) Compensation: $125,000–$135,000 base + STI bonus + full benefits
SkyWater is proud to partner with a fast-growing, private equity-backed science and technology services organization serving Fortune 500s, government agencies, and biotech innovators. Founded in the late 1970s, this U.S.-based firm has scaled to over 5,000 employees through organic growth and strategic acquisitions. With a mission rooted in scientific integrity, operational excellence, and continuous improvement, they’re expanding their HR function—and this HRIS Manager role is a key part of that journey.
This is a pivotal opportunity where your leadership will help shape the future of data, systems, and strategy. The ideal candidate will bring both Workday expertise and a process-minded approach to elevate the organization’s HR technology experience.
The Opportunity:
Be akey architect of a scalable, enterprise-wide Workday environment during a major HR transformation.
Partner cross-functionally with HR, IT, and Finance to drive efficiency, compliance, and innovation.
Help lead and mentor a small but capable HRIS team.
Join a mission-driven, collaborative culture with strong leadership investment in infrastructure and talent.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead & support configuration, optimization, and governance of the Workday platform across all modules for a September go-live implementation date.
Build and execute a long-term roadmap aligned to organizational goals.
Ensure system integrity, secure data governance, and streamlined integration with Finance and other platforms.
Mentor and develop a two-person HRIS teamwhile driving Workday enhancements and process automation
Oversee reporting strategy, drive automation, and promote user adoption.
Collaborate on compliance updates, system enhancements, and change management initiatives.
Qualifications:
5+ years in HRIS, with 3+ years of direct, hands-on Workday administration experience (required).
Experience managing or mentoring HRIS team members.
Strong project management, cross-functional collaboration, and communication skills.
Expertise in HR operations, data governance, compliance, and security protocols.
Bachelor’s degree in HR, Information Systems, or related field.
Preferred Experience
Workday Pro Certification
SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR
Experience in HR tech transformations, M&A, and advanced analytics/reporting
Note: Only applicants with Workday experience will be considered.
To explore this opportunity, apply directly, or email Danielle Smith at DSmith@skywatersearch.com.
This role is high-impact, high-visibility, and ideal for a systems thinker who leads with both curiosity and credibility
Location: Roseville, MN (Hybrid, 3 days/week onsite) Compensation: $100,000–$110,000 base + STI bonus + full benefits
SkyWater is proud to partner with a fast-growing, private equity-backed science and technology services organization serving Fortune 500s, government agencies, and biotech innovators. Founded in the late 1970s, this U.S.-based firm has scaled to over 5,000 employees through organic growth and strategic acquisitions. With a mission rooted in scientific integrity, operational excellence, and continuous improvement, they’re expanding their HR function—and this Payroll Manager role is a key part of that journey.
Why You’ll Join:
Be the subject matter expert leading payroll for a large, multi-state workforce spanning nearly all 50 states
Partner closely with HR, Finance, and business leaders to ensure smooth, compliant operations
Join a collaborative and values-driven culture that champions accuracy, transparency, and continuous improvement
Contribute to high-impact work in a growing company with a strong Life Sciences division and national footprint
What You’ll Do:
Lead all aspects of payroll for 5 FEINs and both weekly/bi-weekly cycles
Oversee and develop payroll staff (1 direct report); provide coaching, performance management, and support
Own Workday payroll system oversight, compliance, auditing, and process documentation
Navigate complex tax matters, post-acquisition integrations, and state-by-state compliance issues
Serve as the internal payroll go-to for escalations, system integrity, vendor management, and HRIS enhancements
What We’re Looking For:
4+ years of payroll leadership in a multi-state environment (preferably nearly all 50 states)
Proven experience with payroll tax, auditing, compliance, and post-acquisition payroll transition
Proficiency in Workday (required) and ADP backend exposure
Ability to manage both strategic projects and hands-on execution in a high-volume setting
Strong communicator with a collaborative mindset and a sharp eye for process improvement
If you’re qualified and interested in this position, feel free to apply, or reach out to Danielle Smith, directly at DSmith@skywatersearch.com
Our client is a 50-year-old, private equity-backed national professional services company delivering scientific and technical support across a broad range of industries. As the organization continues its strong trajectory of growth and transformation, we are seeking a Director of Talent Acquisition to join the HR leadership team and lead enterprise-wide talent acquisition strategy. This is a critical leadership role responsible for designing and executing scalable, forward-looking recruitment strategies aligned with business objectives. The successful candidate will be a strategic thought partner to senior leadership, championing talent initiatives that drive performance, innovation, and organizational growth. The ideal candidate combines strategic vision with operational excellence, bringing a proven ability to attract top talent, elevate the employer brand, and build a data-driven, inclusive hiring culture. This position offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, along with hybrid work flexibility.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and execute a long-term talent acquisition strategy that aligns with business growth objectives, workforce planning, and the company’s value proposition.
Act as a trusted advisor to senior executives and business leaders, translating talent needs into actionable hiring strategies.
Lead, mentor, and scale a high-performing talent acquisition team, fostering a culture of accountability, agility, and continuous improvement.
Optimize recruitment processes, systems, and tools to increase efficiency, enhance candidate experience, and ensure hiring excellence.
Design and deliver compelling employer branding and recruitment marketing initiatives to position the company as a top employer in a competitive talent market.
Champion diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in recruitment practices, ensuring access to a wide and representative talent pool.
Leverage workforce analytics and labor market insights to inform strategic decisions, measure success, and continuously refine approach.
Establish and manage metrics, scorecards, and reporting to demonstrate the ROI of talent acquisition strategies and identify performance trends.
Drive strategic programs such as university recruiting, internship development, and talent pipelining to build a sustainable workforce pipeline.
Evaluate, recommend, and implement tools and assessments that enhance selection processes and support long-term talent development.
Collaborate cross-functionally with HR, Finance, and business leaders to ensure talent initiatives align with company priorities and culture.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field; advanced degree a plus.
7+ years of progressive talent acquisition experience, with at least 3 years in a leadership capacity.
Proven ability to lead, inspire, and scale recruitment teams in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
Deep knowledge of modern sourcing methods, employer branding, assessments, and recruiting technologies; Workday experience preferred.
Strong analytical mindset with the ability to use data to drive strategic decisions and improve outcomes.
Exceptional stakeholder management, influencing, and communication skills.
Experience in private equity or high-growth environments preferred.
SkyWater is thrilled to be partnering with a global organization to help them identify a Senior Internal Auditor to join their growing team. As the Senior Auditor, you will conduct comprehensive audits at domestic and international locations, assessing the efficiency and effectiveness of operations, compliance with accounting standards, and alignment with corporate policies and regulations. You’ll collaborate with leadership to drive continuous improvement in audit practices and support strategic risk mitigation efforts across the organization.
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