Description LAWTON STANDARD Senior Staff Accountant St Paul, MN Northern Iron and Machine in Saint Paul MN is looking for a Senior Staff Accountant. The Senior Staff Accountant will be responsible for overseeing the financial processes within multiple sites and communicating the financial performance of the assigned sites with Operations/Plant Management. This role ensures accurate cost accounting, financial reporting, and compliance with internal controls. It also supports financial decision-making by analyzing manufacturing costs, inventory valuation and general accounting functions. What is the job? • Maintain the general ledgers, ensuring accuracy and compliance with GAAP • Facilitate and complete month-end, quarter-end and year close processes. • Perform monthly bank reconciliations for assigned sites. • Prepare and collect data for external audits. • Analyze manufacturing costs, variances and margins to improve costing. • Monitor raw material, WIP, and finished goods inventory valuation. • Assist site management in the development of annual budgets and financial forecasts. • Support capital expenditure analysis and project cost tracking. • Provide support and guidance on payroll tax and 401(k) compliance. • Ensure compliance with company policies, accounting standards and tax regulations. • Implement and maintain strong internal controls to safeguard company assets. • Work cross functionally to optimize financial performance. • Support ERP system enhancements related to accounting and finance and identify opportunities for improvement in all accounting reporting processes. What do you bring to the job? • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, finance or related field. • Minimum of Five years or more of accounting experience, preferably in manufacturing. • Knowledge of Microsoft Suite with a high level of Excel experience. • CPA or CMA preferred. What are the hours and pay? • 1st shift: Monday – Friday. Typically 7:00 AM start time. • $105-$115K depending on experience. What’s in it for you? • Competitive pay • Holiday Pay • PTO and Vacation • Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, 401K Options • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) • Short-Term Disability & Long-Term Disability • Cohesive work / family balance Why should you choose NIM? • Free training to upgrade your skills, including a tuition reimbursement program • Medical, dental, vision within the first 60 days (first of the month following 30 days) • Company paid disability & life insurance • 401k (with match) • Direct deposit • Fixed weekly schedule • Uniforms paid for by company • Boot reimbursement • Prescription safety glass reimbursement • Plenty of growth opportunities • You’ll be part of a family culture where your contributions are noticed and recognized Requirements Tax - Corporate, Sales Tax, Corporate Tax Return, Journal Entries, General Ledger 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) .