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Pathway Talent Partners lists this Accounting Specialist opportunity in minneapolis, Minnesota. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Accounting Specialist
Plymouth, MN (Hybrid)
Compensation: $60,000 - $70,000 + Benefits
This position offers the opportunity to become a key contributor within a collaborative and growing organization that serves healthcare providers across the United States and internationally. The Accounting Specialist will support a wide range of accounting functions, including accounts receivable, accounts payable, cash application, reconciliations, expense reporting, tax administration, and financial process support.
The ideal candidate enjoys hands-on accounting work, has strong attention to detail, and is comfortable managing recurring financial processes while partnering with internal stakeholders and an outsourced accounting and payroll provider.
Position Overview
The Accounting Specialist will be responsible for supporting the day-to-day financial operations of the business, helping ensure accuracy, compliance, and efficiency across accounting processes. This role combines transactional accounting responsibilities with opportunities to improve processes, maintain financial records, support tax compliance efforts, and contribute to the company's continued growth.
This position offers long-term growth potential as the organization expands and continues to build its internal accounting capabilities.
Key Responsibilities
Accounts Receivable & Cash Management
Process and maintain customer invoices and accounts receivable records
Apply customer payments and reconcile incoming cash against outstanding invoices
Investigate and resolve payment discrepancies, credit issues, and billing questions
Monitor outstanding receivables and support collection efforts as needed
Maintain accurate customer account information within the ERP system
Accounts Payable & Financial Operations
Process vendor invoices accurately and efficiently
Reconcile and manage company credit card transactions
Assist with month-end close activities and supporting documentation
Review employee expense reports for accuracy, completeness, and policy compliance
Support financial reporting and data accuracy across accounting systems
Tax & Compliance Support
Maintain tax-exempt certificates and supporting documentation
Assist with sales and use tax administration and recordkeeping
Ensure financial records are maintained in accordance with company policies
Account Administration & Process Improvement
Support onboarding of new customer accounts
Maintain accurate vendor and customer master data
Partner with the organization's outsourced accounting and payroll provider to ensure smooth financial operations
Identify opportunities to improve accounting workflows and efficiencies
Administrative & Team Support
Assist with document management, filing, and record retention
Maintain confidentiality of financial and company information
Contribute positively within a small, collaborative team environment
Qualifications
Associate's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience will be considered
3+ years of accounting, bookkeeping, accounts payable, accounts receivable, or general accounting experience
Experience working within an ERP or accounting software platform
Strong Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office skills
Excellent attention to detail and organizational abilities
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with internal and external partners
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with Microsoft Dynamics AX, Dynamics 365, or a similar ERP platform
Cash application and account reconciliation experience
Exposure to sales and use tax processes
Experience reviewing employee expense reports
Experience supporting outsourced accounting or payroll relationships
Experience within a regulated or healthcare-related environment is a plus
Why Consider This Opportunity?
Join a stable and growing organization with an expanding presence in its industry
Broad exposure to multiple accounting functions
Opportunity to make a visible impact within a lean, collaborative team
Growth potential as the accounting function continues to evolve
Competitive compensation and benefits package
Plymouth-based position with some schedule flexibility available
Worksite address
minneapolis, MN, 55400, US
Who can apply
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