Sr. Accountant

Description We are offering an exciting opportunity for a Sr. Accountant in the banking industry, located in Edina, Minnesota. As part of our team, you will be engaged in a wide range of accounting activities, from handling invoices to preparing financial statements. Your role will be crucial in managing transactional accounting activities, conducting month end closures, and preparing regulatory reports. This position offers a contract employment opportunity.Responsibilities: Manage daily accounting activities Handle the processing and tracking of invoices and accounts payable Prepare and distribute financial statements to the relevant stakeholders Perform transactional accounting tasks as required Conduct month-end closure activities, including accrual journal entries Handle investment and accounting entries Manage fixed assets and calculate depreciation entries Compile board report information for meetings Pull together reports for regulatory reporting Utilize ProLog and Excel for various accounting tasks Maintain communication and provide updates on accounting activities Utilize analytical skills for tasks such as account reconciliation and balance sheet reconciliation.Requirements Candidates must possess a minimum of 5 years of experience in the accounting field, preferably within the banking industry. Proficiency in account reconciliation is a must. Candidates should have a strong understanding and experience in balance sheet reconciliation. Experience in bank reconciliations is required. Applicants should be well-versed in managing the general ledger. The ability to make accurate journal entries is essential. Candidates should have advanced skills in Microsoft Excel. Experience with month-end close processes is necessary. Candidates must have experience in preparing the annual financial plan. Applicants should be familiar with the process of annual financial reporting. Experience in managing the fixed asset ledger is required. Candidates should have a clear understanding of fixed asset depreciation. Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available including medical, vision, dental, life and disability insurance. Employees hired for our FTEP Program are also eligible to enroll in our company’s 401(k) or deferred compensation plan (if eligible). FTEP employees also earn paid time off for vacation, personal needs, and sick time and paid holidays. The amount of Choice Time Off (CTO) received varies based on years of service and is pro-rated based on the hours worked per week. A new FTEP employee earns up to 13 days of CTO and up to 10 paid holidays per calendar year. Learn more at roberthalfbenefits.com/Resources.© 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .