MN Staff Accountant

White Bear Lake, MN
Full Time
Accounting and Finance
Entry Level
STAFF ACCOUNTANT

Application Deadline: Open until filled

Anticipated Start Date: January 2025 (Flexible)

Location: Hybrid – Combination of remote and in office at Pheasants Forever National Headquarters in White Bear Lake, MN


Position Description:
The Staff Accountant works closely with the other members of the Accounting Team to provide accurate and timely financial reporting in accordance with GAAP. 

Organization Profile:

As the leading nonprofit upland habitat conservation organization in the country, Pheasants Forever is dedicated to the conservation of pheasants, quail and other wildlife through habitat improvements, public awareness, education and land management policies and programs.  Pheasants Forever is a 501(c)(3) organization with more than 730 chapters and 158,000 members across the country, and revenues exceeding $130 million.  The organization annually impacts more than 2 million acres of wildlife habitat.


Key Responsibilities:
  • Ensure compliance with the organization’s accounting policies and procedures as well as Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
  • Assist with month-end close and preparation of accurate and timely monthly financial statements.
  • Perform and review detailed bank and general ledger reconciliations, identifying and resolving discrepancies efficiently.
  • Prepare adjusting journal entries, supporting schedules, and required documentation for annual audits.
  • Support accounts payable and accounts receivable activities to ensure accuracy and timely resolution of discrepancies.
  • Contribute to process improvement initiatives and support special projects as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
The Staff Accountant must possess strong customer service skills and be capable of working with a diverse group of internal and external stakeholders. Candidate must be a problem-solver with the ability to work across organization functions.  Specific requirements include:
 
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or related field required.
  • Two years of general accounting experience preferred but not required.
  • Not-for-profit accounting experience preferred but not required.
  • Experience with MS Dynamics GP is desirable.  Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word), required.
  • Strong commitment to the organization’s mission.

Salary: $57,000-$64,000 DOE

Benefits:
  • Health, vision, dental and more insurance coverage plans available.
  • 401(k) Retirement plan with an employer match of up to 5%.
  • Technology Stipend and Vehicle Stipend provided.
  • Student Loan Assistance program of up to $200/month for eligible employees.  
  • Paid Time Off accrued at 15 days (120 hours) per year for new employees (increasing after 3 years).
  • Bereavement/Family/Sick Leave of 6 days (48 hours) per year.  
  • 13 Paid holidays.
  • An Employee Benefit Summary can be found on our Careers page at www.pheasantsforever.org/careers

To Apply: Visit our website at: www.pheasantsforever.org/jobs
ONLY ONLINE APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED. Please include your cover letter, resume, desired salary, and 3 references as a single Word document or PDF file on the Recruitment website.

Pheasants Forever & Quail Forever are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as a qualified individual with disability, or any other category that may be protected by law.                

 
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