The Accounting Manager is responsible for finance and accounting functions for the plant facility.Responsibilities:1.Assumes responsibility for operations and integrity of ALL finance and accounting systems including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, credit and inventory.2.Manage accounting staff and ensure that there is a redundant process backup in place for every critical operation. Establishes and implements short and long-range departmental goals and objectives.3.Leads the preparation, maintenance, accuracy and timely delivery of regular financial planning reports, including monthly board reports, monthly and annual financial statements prepared in accordance with GAAP.4.Develops, calculates and delivers reports reflecting financial and operating metrics, including benchmarking analysis conducted by the Company.5.Oversees accounts payable to ensure timely and accurate payment is made and ensures accounts receivables are collected promptly.6.Oversees payroll processing assuring accuracy and timeliness and oversees and reviews all monthly reconciliations.7.Manages sales tax reporting. 8.Oversees accounting for commodity purchasing, assuring compliance with accounting policies and government requirements. 9.Manages and reviews fixed asset process and related listings. Ensures spend on capital projects are monitored and completed timely and accurately per company policy. 10.Maintains a sound control environment that provides for the safeguarding of assets and reliability of financial records, by developing, documenting and ensuring adequate accounting internal controls and segregation of duties have been established and are being utilized.11.Develops, maintains, and utilizes a documented set of accounting policies and procedures, transaction processing operations and control systems.12.Assists outside auditors in completion of annual audits13.Interfaces with department leaders to prepare, analyze, integrate, consolidate and track information.14.Ensures system upgrades are accomplished accurately by all departments. 15.Recommend improvements to process, procedures, analysis, etc. to management.16.Other adhoc analysis/tasks/duties as assigned.Working hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PMSkills:--Ability to work in a creative, fast paced, team environment.--Excellent written and verbal communication skills.--Professionalism.--Ability to multi-task.--Must interact with internal and external customers with tact and diplomacy; possess interpersonal skills, and a customer service focus.--Able to maintain complex workload and set priorities.--Excellent problem solving skills. --Customer service abilities.--Ability to anticipate needs and accomplish necessary tasks.PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES AND REQUIREMENTS OF THIS POSITIONAbility to sit for long periods of time. Able to view computer screen for lengths at a time. Must be able to speak and listen clearly. Fine visual acuity to read for accuracy. May be exposed to loud noises, wet and humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic chemicals, extreme hot and cold depending on weather conditions. For more detail please review the ADA questionnaire on file in Human Resources. --PHYSICAL STRENGTH:-This job may require lifting of up to 50 pounds occasionally.Education:BachelorsExperience:1-4 yearsQualifications:EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION:Bachelor?s degree in accounting, Finance, or Business required. CPA or MBA preferred.REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE& EXPERIENCE:?Leadership experience required. ?Detail oriented is required?Experience within the ethanol, agriculture, or commodities industries highly preferred.?Experience with Microsoft Dynamics Great Plains (GP) accounting software highly pref
The Accounting Manager is responsible for finance and accounting functions for the plant facility.Responsibilities:1.Assumes responsibility for operations and integrity of ALL finance and accounting systems including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, credit and inventory.2.Manage accounting staff and ensure that there is a redundant process backup in place for every critical operation. Establishes and implements short and long-range departmental goals and objectives.3.Leads the preparation, maintenance, accuracy and timely delivery of regular financial planning reports, including monthly board reports, monthly and annual financial statements prepared in accordance with GAAP.4.Develops, calculates and delivers reports reflecting financial and operating metrics, including benchmarking analysis conducted by the Company.5.Oversees accounts payable to ensure timely and accurate payment is made and ensures accounts receivables are collected promptly.6.Oversees payroll processing assuring accuracy and timeliness and oversees and reviews all monthly reconciliations.7.Manages sales tax reporting. 8.Oversees accounting for commodity purchasing, assuring compliance with accounting policies and government requirements. 9.Manages and reviews fixed asset process and related listings. Ensures spend on capital projects are monitored and completed timely and accurately per company policy. 10.Maintains a sound control environment that provides for the safeguarding of assets and reliability of financial records, by developing, documenting and ensuring adequate accounting internal controls and segregation of duties have been established and are being utilized.11.Develops, maintains, and utilizes a documented set of accounting policies and procedures, transaction processing operations and control systems.12.Assists outside auditors in completion of annual audits13.Interfaces with department leaders to prepare, analyze, integrate, consolidate and track information.14.Ensures system upgrades are accomplished accurately by all departments. 15.Recommend improvements to process, procedures, analysis, etc. to management.16.Other adhoc analysis/tasks/duties as assigned.Working hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PMSkills:--Ability to work in a creative, fast paced, team environment.--Excellent written and verbal communication skills.--Professionalism.--Ability to multi-task.--Must interact with internal and external customers with tact and diplomacy; possess interpersonal skills, and a customer service focus.--Able to maintain complex workload and set priorities.--Excellent problem solving skills. --Customer service abilities.--Ability to anticipate needs and accomplish necessary tasks.PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES AND REQUIREMENTS OF THIS POSITIONAbility to sit for long periods of time. Able to view computer screen for lengths at a time. Must be able to speak and listen clearly. Fine visual acuity to read for accuracy. May be exposed to loud noises, wet and humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic chemicals, extreme hot and cold depending on weather conditions. For more detail please review the ADA questionnaire on file in Human Resources. --PHYSICAL STRENGTH:-This job may require lifting of up to 50 pounds occasionally.Education:BachelorsExperience:1-4 yearsQualifications:EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION:Bachelor?s degree in accounting, Finance, or Business required. CPA or MBA preferred.REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE& EXPERIENCE:?Leadership experience required. ?Detail oriented is required?Experience within the ethanol, agriculture, or commodities industries highly preferred.?Experience with Microsoft Dynamics Great Plains (GP) accounting software highly pref
Spherion Staffing is partnering with a thriving manufacturer in Mankato to offer this rare opportunity in a 3-6 month contracted Senior Accountant role, with potential to become a permanent full-time position.Responsibilities:Planning, Studying, and collecting data to determine costs of business activity such as raw material purchases, inventory, and labor.Analyzing changes in product design, raw materials, manufacturing methods or services provided, to determine effects on cost.Analyzing actual manufacturing costs and preparing periodic reports comparing standard costs to actual production costs.Audits contracts, orders, and vouchers, and prepares reports to substantiate individual transactions prior to settlement.Determines proper handling of financial transactions and approves transactions within designated limits.Reviews, investigates, and corrects errors and inconsistencies in financial entries, documents, and reports.Makes recommendations regarding the accounting of reserves, assets, and expenditures.Conducts studies and submits recommendations for improving the organization's accounting operation.Maintaining accounts receivable, document bills and supporting documentationUpdating financial records via accounting softwarePreparing quarterly budget under the purview of senior managementAnalyzing financial statements and prepare balance sheetMonth end, quarter end, year-end closing tasksActual versus budget, forecast and trend analysisAssist with various ad hoc projects, as needed by the finance teamWorking hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PMSkills:Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.High level Microsoft Excel skills, experience with formulas and pivot tables.Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.Education:BachelorsExperience:4-7 yearsQualifications:Bachelor's degree required. CPA require CMA preferredMinimum 5-7 years??? accounting experience.Minimum of 2-3 years' previous cost accounting experience is desired.Experience in a Manufacturing Environment. Apply for this position TODAY!Spherion has helped thousands of people just like you find work happiness! Our experienced staff will listen carefully to your employment needs and then work diligently to match your skills and qualifications to the right job and company. Whether you're looking for temporary, temp-to-perm or direct hire opportunities, no one works harder for you than Spherion. EEO Employer: Race, Religion, Color, National Origin, Citizenship, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, Age, Disability, Ancestry, Veteran Status, Genetic Information, Service in the Uniformed Services or any other classification protected by law.
Spherion Staffing is partnering with a thriving manufacturer in Mankato to offer this rare opportunity in a 3-6 month contracted Senior Accountant role, with potential to become a permanent full-time position.Responsibilities:Planning, Studying, and collecting data to determine costs of business activity such as raw material purchases, inventory, and labor.Analyzing changes in product design, raw materials, manufacturing methods or services provided, to determine effects on cost.Analyzing actual manufacturing costs and preparing periodic reports comparing standard costs to actual production costs.Audits contracts, orders, and vouchers, and prepares reports to substantiate individual transactions prior to settlement.Determines proper handling of financial transactions and approves transactions within designated limits.Reviews, investigates, and corrects errors and inconsistencies in financial entries, documents, and reports.Makes recommendations regarding the accounting of reserves, assets, and expenditures.Conducts studies and submits recommendations for improving the organization's accounting operation.Maintaining accounts receivable, document bills and supporting documentationUpdating financial records via accounting softwarePreparing quarterly budget under the purview of senior managementAnalyzing financial statements and prepare balance sheetMonth end, quarter end, year-end closing tasksActual versus budget, forecast and trend analysisAssist with various ad hoc projects, as needed by the finance teamWorking hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PMSkills:Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.High level Microsoft Excel skills, experience with formulas and pivot tables.Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.Education:BachelorsExperience:4-7 yearsQualifications:Bachelor's degree required. CPA require CMA preferredMinimum 5-7 years??? accounting experience.Minimum of 2-3 years' previous cost accounting experience is desired.Experience in a Manufacturing Environment. Apply for this position TODAY!Spherion has helped thousands of people just like you find work happiness! Our experienced staff will listen carefully to your employment needs and then work diligently to match your skills and qualifications to the right job and company. Whether you're looking for temporary, temp-to-perm or direct hire opportunities, no one works harder for you than Spherion. EEO Employer: Race, Religion, Color, National Origin, Citizenship, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, Age, Disability, Ancestry, Veteran Status, Genetic Information, Service in the Uniformed Services or any other classification protected by law.