Job Title: Senior Accountant
Job Description

The Senior Accountant prepares and analyzes financial statements, manages audit requirements, and ensures accurate and compliant accounting and reporting for a member-owned, not-for-profit financial services organization. This role oversees accounting and reporting for the organization’s charitable foundation, supports regulatory and tax reporting, and maintains high standards of accuracy and completeness in all financial deliverables. The Senior Accountant works closely with a small, collaborative accounting team to support month-end close, reconciliations, and ongoing financial operations.

ResponsibilitiesPrepare accurate and timely financial statements, ensuring they reflect the organization’s financial position and comply with applicable standards.Manage audit requirements by coordinating documentation, responding to auditor requests, and supporting a smooth and efficient audit process.Perform detailed account reconciliations, including general ledger accounts, to ensure accuracy and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.Oversee the accounting and financial reporting for the organization’s charitable foundation, including tracking activities and preparing related statements.Research and interpret applicable accounting regulations and guidance for special situations to ensure compliance with financial, regulatory, and industry requirements.Review financial reports and statements for completeness, accuracy, and consistency, and recommend corrections or improvements as needed.Collaborate on regulatory and tax reporting by providing accurate financial data, supporting schedules, and documentation.Support month-end close activities, including journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and review of general ledger activity.Prepare and post journal entries to record financial transactions, ensuring proper coding and adherence to accounting policies.Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable processes as needed to support overall accounting operations.Work closely with the accounting team to reconcile cash on a daily basis and investigate and resolve any discrepancies.Use Excel and proprietary software to analyze financial data, produce reports, and support management with relevant financial insights.Contribute to continuous improvement of accounting processes, controls, and reporting to enhance efficiency and accuracy.Essential SkillsAssociate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.At least 5 years of increasingly responsible accounting experience, including general ledger, month-end close, reconciliations, and financial statement preparation.Experience in the financial services industry.Strong proficiency in preparing and analyzing financial statements, with a demonstrated understanding of key financial concepts.Hands-on experience with general ledger accounting, including journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations.Experience with month-end close processes and financial reporting.Working knowledge of accounts payable and accounts receivable processes.Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including the ability to work with financial data and reports.Ability to learn and effectively use proprietary accounting or financial software.Strong attention to detail and accuracy in all aspects of accounting and reporting.Ability to research and interpret applicable accounting regulations and apply them to special situations.Effective collaboration skills to work closely with a small accounting team and cross-functional partners.Additional Skills & QualificationsCertified Public Accountant (CPA) designation is a plus.Experience supporting audits, including preparing schedules and responding to auditor inquiries.Background in not-for-profit or member-owned financial institutions is beneficial.Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines within a month-end and reporting-driven environment.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for investigating variances and discrepancies.Clear and professional communication skills, both written and verbal.Comfort working in a smaller team environment where flexibility and collaboration are important.Work Environment

The Senior Accountant joins a close-knit accounting team within a member-owned, not-for-profit financial services organization. The core accounting group consists of three team members: one accounts payable specialist handling administrative and commission-related work, one accountant focused on month-end close, general ledger, and reconciliations, and additional roles including an Accounting Specialist and this Senior Accountant to support growing workload. The team operates from an office located in Arden Hills and typically works Monday through Thursday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. and Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., totaling a 38-hour workweek. Every Friday the team finishes early at 1:30 p.m., except when the last day of the month falls on a Friday, in which case the full day is worked to complete month-end reporting before the first of the month. The standard schedule includes four days in the office with the option to work from home on Fridays. Remote candidates based in the Midwest region, including Wisconsin, are considered, with a preference for candidates located in Minnesota. The environment emphasizes collaboration, daily interaction with teammates, and hands-on involvement in cash reconciliations and discrepancy resolution. The organization recently completed a merger and continues to invest in its parishes, schools, and communities, offering a mission-driven culture where employees see the impact of their work. Work is performed using Microsoft Excel and proprietary financial systems in a professional office setting, with a business-appropriate dress code aligned with a financial institution.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Saint Paul, MN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $55.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job\n classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be\n subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits\n available for this temporary role may include the following:\n\n
• Medical, dental & vision\n
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital\n
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available\n
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)\n
• Short and long-term disability\n
• Health Spending Account (HSA)\n
• Transportation benefits\n
• Employee Assistance Program\n
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Saint Paul,MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 20, 2026.

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\n\nAbout Aston Carter:\n

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

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The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.

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