Description We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our team in Maple Grove, Minnesota. In this role, you will be responsible for preparing financial reports and statements, reconciling accounts, and ensuring accuracy in financial transactions. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, excellent communication abilities, and a commitment to meeting deadlines. Responsibilities: + Prepare financial reports including balance sheets, income statements, and other period-end reporting. + Support clients with month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities. + Develop and uphold internal controls by drafting and refining accounting policies and procedures. + Serve as a technical accounting resource and provide guidance to clients on complex issues. + Evaluate and recommend enhancements to accounting processes and systems. + Perform balance sheet and income statement analysis to identify trends and discrepancies. + Investigate and explain variances between reporting periods. + Ensure financial statements comply with GAAP, tax standards, and internal reporting policies. + Assist with fixed asset management and related schedules as needed. + Prepare and file sales and use tax returns. + Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to support client objectives. + Take on additional projects and responsibilities as business needs evolve. Requirements Qualifications: + Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. + Minimum of 3 years of progressive experience in accounting or financial analysis. + Solid understanding of financial reporting and regulatory compliance. + CPA designation is a plus, but not required. + Strong foundation in technical accounting principles. + Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools, especially Excel. + Experience with general ledger and accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage, or similar platforms). + Analytical mindset with a keen attention to detail. + Effective written and verbal communication abilities. + Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines. + Collaborative team member with a proactive approach to problem-solving. + Comfortable working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. 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 to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 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) .