Senior Bookkeeper

5 days ago

Eagan, Minnesota, United States Brilliant Financial Search - IL Full time
About Us

We are Brilliant Financial Search - IL, an award-winning direct-hire, contract, and consulting practice specializing in accounting, finance, and technology for the Midwest and Southeast regions of the U.S. Our team includes former accounting, finance, and technology professionals who are experts in their fields.

Job Description

We are seeking a Financial Analyst to join our team. The successful candidate will have a bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance and at least 2 years of experience in a similar role. Manufacturing experience is preferred, especially if you have a solid understanding of standard costing.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Support accounting activities, including accounts payable, payroll, and financial reporting.
  • Develop and maintain key financial and non-financial performance indicator reporting.
  • Gain a deep understanding of business operations to identify margin improvement opportunities, capital plans, and project budgets.
  • Ensure accurate and timely recording of transactions in line with internal accounting policies.
  • Assist with month-end closing, general ledger reconciliations, accruals, and account analyses.
  • Improve accounting procedures by analyzing current processes and recommending enhancements.
  • Administer payroll and serve as backup for accounts payable.
  • Provide support for other administrative duties as required.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance with 2+ years of experience.
  • Manufacturing experience preferred; understanding of standard costing required.

Technical Skills:

  • Strong skills in:
    • Financial and operational analysis, financial modeling, and data-driven business insights.
    • Budgeting and financial management, with the ability to analyze and drive results.
    • General accounting with a working knowledge of GAAP.
  • Proficient in MS Office, with advanced Excel skills (Pivot Tables, VLookups).
  • ERP or similar business systems experience.
  • Excellent communication skills, able to present financial concepts to non-financial audiences.

This role offers a salary range of $75,000 to $95,000 based on experience and qualifications.

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