Job Title: Senior Accountant
Location: Minneapolis, MN
Type: Contract (6-months)
Compensation: $89.00 - $92.00/hr.
Contractor Work Model: Hybrid (In-office Tuesday–Thursday; remote Monday and Friday)
System One is actively seeking an experienced Accountant for a contract position working with a leading utility company based in Minneapolis, MN. This role offers the opportunity to work in a high-impact, high-volume accounting environment, collaborating with a supportive team and gaining exposure to multiple business areas. Team includes 8 accountants and 3 team leads.
The Accountant will serve as a team lead, primarily responsible for reviewing work from junior team members (Analyst I, Analyst II, and Accountants).
Accountant Responsibilities: Reviewing journal entries (800–900/month), account reconciliations, open invoice test work, troubleshooting accounting issues, posting accruals and reclasses into the ledger, and supporting 10–12 business areas. Follows a monthly accounting cycle: mid-month involves reclassing expenses, end of month involves processing accruals, and the first few days of the month are focused on closing the fiscal month. Reviews parked entries and ensures proper backup before posting. Primarily internal support. External billing comprises approximately 2% of the role. Collaborates with peers, junior team members, and the manager.
Accountant Required Qualifications: 8–10 years of accounting experience, prior supervisory or team lead experience, experience reviewing journal entries, reconciliations, and accruals. Familiarity with SAP ECC (preferred), SharePoint, MS Office, and Blackline (planned implementation). Understanding of cash vs. accrual accounting
Non-Technical Skills: Attention to detail, team player, strong communication and problem-solving skills. Ideal Background: Corporate accounting experience preferred. Utility experience not required. Accounting degree or equivalent experience.
Ref: #192-Precision San Antonio
System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé, ALTA IT Services, TeamPeople, and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.
System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.