Accountant

North Star Sheets, an affiliate of Schwarz Partners, a corrugated manufacturing industry leader, currently has exciting opportunities available for an Accountant in Cottage Grove, MN!
As an Accountant, you will be responsible for maintaining the integrity and accuracy of accounting records by ensuring compliance with accounting policies and procedures.
North Star Sheets truly values our employees as our greatest asset, and we strive to support both you and your family at work and in life.
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North Star Sheets
Essential Job Functions for this Position:

Accountant provides clear directions, technical guidance and support for the performance of less complex day-to-day accounting functions and other daily activities in the department
Demonstrate a solid understanding of the balance sheet account reconciliation process; complete accurate and compliant reconciliations in accordance with the company guidelines
Perform a variety of reconciliations and resolve any discrepancies
Assist with cash flow management
Make recommendations to improve any accounting process
Work effectively and professionally with all levels of the organization and outside parties to resolve any issues. Maintain excellent verbal and written communication with all parties
Maintain fixed assets program, including adding, disposing, and adjusting depreciable assets, as well as collecting all relevant paperwork for each asset in the fixed asset file
Assist Controller with month end closing, year-end closing, and annual audit duties
Calculate and prepare end-of-month accruals for open freight and in transit roll stock
Review and issue credits as needed
Reconcile roll stock invoices to Axiom and enter in Great Plains program
Calculate and prepare end of month accruals for accounts payable
Receive, apply and post checks and credit memos from customers
Maintain all vendor files
Thorough knowledge of functional area and department processes and ability to back up all accounting duties in the absence of the Controller
Position would be required to work in the office 5 days per week. Must be able to work extended hours/weekends if needed for month end duties
Prepare and assist with daily and monthly reporting – both routine and as requested
Perform all other duties as assigned

Required Education / Experience

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or similar field
Minimum of 1-3 years’ experience with Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, General Ledger

Required Skills

Possess a high degree of accuracy and analytical skills
Proficient in Microsoft office; advanced level in Excel program
Excellent time management skills and well organized
Must be able to work independently in a fast-paced team environment

As an industry leader North Star Sheets offers:

Exceptional pay and great, affordable benefits (including life, medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match and more) *Company 401(k) match tops out at 3%
Monthly Team Share bonuses – Earn a bonus equal to a percentage of your monthly wages based on plant performance. Our average percentage over the last 5 years has been 14.5%. *Starts after your 1st full month of employment.
Upward mobility opportunities for growth, training, and career advancement
A respectful, empowering, team-oriented and employee-friendly environment

Hiring Salary Range: $65,000-$75,000

If you would like to be part of a forward-thinking team, culture of excellence, and customer-focused reliability, navigate the sky and choose North Star Sheets!
Our organization is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.