Role: Business Accounting Manager - Direct Hire!

Pay rate: up to $130K + bonus (depending on experience)

Location: Hastings, MN - fully ON-SITE

Company Overview:

A growing company in the pet products industry, established in the mid-1990s, is dedicated to enhancing the lives of pets and their owners. With a strong commitment to quality and innovation, they offer a wide range of products, including toys, treats, pet apparel, and waste management solutions. Their mission is centered on delivering exceptional value and improving the overall experience for pets and their families. This role will oversee an AP/AR Supervisor/Coordinator.

Position Summary:

This role is responsible for leading and managing core business operations across accounting, HR, IT, insurance, and administrative support. Acting as a strategic partner to ownership, this individual will safeguard the company's financial health, optimize cash flow, oversee compliance, and continuously improve internal processes.

Key Responsibilities:

Accounting Functions:

* Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, and ensure transaction accuracy

* Manage bank deposits, vendor payments, and check preparation on a timely basis

* Set up new vendors and customers, ensuring complete and accurate documentation

* Create and validate invoices, credit memos, purchase orders, and inventory records

* Manage foreign currency transactions related to imported goods

* Reconcile bank statements and financial accounts monthly

* Prepare and analyze financial reports (P&L, Balance Sheet) and present insights to leadership

* Process bi-weekly payroll and manage related filings (city, state, federal, sales tax)

* Monitor spending and identify cost-saving opportunities

* Track, maintain, and reconcile inventory across multiple warehouse locations

* Support budgeting, auditing, and financial record-keeping processes

* Provide clerical and administrative support as needed

* Perform job costing and profitability analysis

* Uphold and recommend improvements to internal financial policies and procedures

Business Management Responsibilities:

* Lead key business functions beyond accounting, including HR, IT, insurance, and facility operations

* Oversee HR activities: recruiting, onboarding, employee relations, handbook management, and culture initiatives

* Manage relationships with IT providers and oversee cybersecurity and system maintenance

* Evaluate and manage business insurance policies (workers' compensation, liability, etc.)

* Coordinate office operations such as phone systems, security, and lease agreements

* Monitor and project cash flow needs and optimize working capital

* Manage financial relationships with e-commerce and trade platforms

* Ensure timely communication and follow-ups across departments

* Assist in preparing cost analyses for new business proposals

* Organize employee engagement events, celebrations, and recognition programs

Qualifications:

* Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

* 5+ years of broad accounting experience, including strong Excel skills

* Comfortable managing multiple responsibilities across different business functions

* Experience with QuickBooks required; familiarity with Sage software a plus

* Positive attitude toward company culture initiatives (e.g., organizing events like pizza parties, team outings)

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. For unincorporated Los Angeles county, to the extent our customers require a background check for certain positions, the Company faces a significant risk to its business operations and business reputation unless a review of criminal history is conducted for those specific job positions.