Accountant and Payroll Specialist

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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 Jobs.BrainerdGrandRapidsMN@ExpressPros.com.

Questions?
Contact Express Employment Professionals to learn more about this opportunity at 218-967-5669.

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