Accountant

Title: Accountant

Job Category: Finance

Requisition Number: ACCOU002304

Full-Time

Hybrid

Locations

Saint Paul, MN 55101, USA

Job Description:

Position Summary:

We are seeking a dynamic and collaborative accounting professional to join our team. This role goes beyond traditional accounting responsibilities and plays a key part in partnering with business leaders across the organization. The ideal candidate will combine strong technical accounting expertise with excellent interpersonal and communication skills to support general accounting operations and the financial management of a portfolio of public media grants.

Expected Compensation Range: $58,000-$65,000 USD annualized. Exact rate determined by experience and education related to the role, organizational compensation structure, and internal equity.

Work Location: Hybrid - St. Paul, MN

Application Process: Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
Position Responsibility:

• Establish financial activity timelines and monitor progress for assigned grant-funded projects. Communicate appropriately to ensure progress against grant deliverables.
• Partner with fundraising and business units to manage the financial deliverables for program grants, including project budgets, accounting, and related financial reporting.  Become an essential advisor to business leaders for grant management and related accounting procedures.
• Reconcile company bank accounts with supporting documentation and general ledger records; analyze, resolve, and initiate transactions for any differences.
• Prepare journal entries and related supporting documents.
• Continuously identify and implement process improvements.
• Maintain the financial integrity of all assigned financial accounts and grants, including accuracy, completeness, thoroughness, and timeliness.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and grant requirements.
• Foster a creative and productive work environment.
• Miscellaneous duties as assigned.

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, or equivalent work experience.
• 3+ years of experience in an accounting, finance, or similar role.

Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:

• Working knowledge of the cash disbursement cycle, accounts payable, treasury functions, systems, and tools.
• Strong understanding of fundamental accounting concepts; project tracking and financial management.
• Strong organizational skills – ability to multitask; prioritize work and meet deadlines.
• Demonstrated ability to apply professional skepticism; demonstrate the curiosity required to provide accurate financial analysis and reports.
• Exhibit a positive attitude, good working habits, and disciplined approach.
• Outstanding skills working with financial data and business software.
• Perform tasks and interact with people at all levels in the organization with confidence and speak authoritatively on matters within the position’s purview.
• Strong problem-solving skills – ability to present alternatives when standard procedures do not apply.
• Must have the ability to summarize and communicate appropriate action items from detailed financial reports.
• Demonstrated record of implementing compliance with policies and procedures.
• Proven record to anticipate, identify, and appropriately communicate financial matters.
• Maintain high standards of customer service, professional ethics, and confidentiality.
• Self-starter with ability to work both independently and on a team.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of GAAP (generally accepted accounting principles in the U.S.) a plus.
• Financial accounting, reporting, and planning software applications.
• Accounting and financial reporting experience with not-for-profits, grant funding, and media industry environments.
• Experience with multiple divisions/locations.

Reporting to This Position:    None

Physical Demands and Working Conditions:

• Must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to manage some work outside of standard office hours as needed.
• Physical Demands: 
  • Required to move about in an office environment and sit for extended periods of time
  • Required to move about in the community
  • Frequent use of hands for data entry/keystrokes and simple grasping
• Working Conditions: 
  • Moderate noise level

APMG offers a comprehensive benefits package including Medical plans with HSA and FSA options, Dental, Vision, Life and AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, Paid Parental Leave and Paid Caregiver Leave after 1 year, Vacation (3 wks./per year, pro-rated, based on hours worked), Sick time (12 days, pro-rated, based on hours worked), Holiday Pay (10 holidays + 2 floating holidays each year), Volunteer Time (8 hours per year), Long-Term Care and Critical Illness insurance options, Employee Assistance Program, 403(b) Retirement Plan, and more.

Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. 

We are committed to hiring a breadth of diverse professionals and encourage members of diverse groups to apply.