Description We are offering a long-term contract employment opportunity for a Sr. Accountant in St. Paul, Minnesota. As a Sr. Accountant, you will be transitioning between various accounting roles, providing support in crucial areas such as Accounts Payable, grant reporting, and project accounting. This role is instrumental in maintaining financial stability and accuracy within our organization. Responsibilities: • Assist in the preparation of financial statements and closing entries. • Provide support to the department in Accounts Payable and grant reporting tasks. • Facilitate the transition of invoice processing to a centralized Accounts/Payable area. • Contribute to the Operations and Project Accounting. • Collaborate with the Accounting Manager on Capital Financial statement tasks. • Ensure the accuracy and completeness of Accounts/Receivable information for year-end. • Aid in the execution of Time-Card work and serve as backup for Accounts/Payable entries. • Use your proficiency in PeopleSoft, Account Reconciliation, and Lease Accounting to maintain and improve our accounting processes. • Utilize your skills in Accounts Payable (AP) and Grant Accounting to ensure financial accuracy and compliance. *Please note that all candidates are required to provide 2 recent supervisor or manager references in order to be considered for employment. Please submit your resume and call Jordan Lynch at 651-293-3973 for review and consideration. Requirements • Proficiency in using PeopleSoft financial software is essential • Must have strong skills in account reconciliation to ensure accuracy and consistency in financial data • Must have experience with Accounts Payable (AP), including processing payments and maintaining records • Knowledge and experience in lease accounting is necessary to manage and track leasing expenses • Must have understanding and experience in grant accounting to ensure compliance with fund requirements 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 including medical, vision, dental, life and disability insurance. Employees hired for our FTEP Program are also eligible to enroll in our company’s 401(k) or deferred compensation plan (if eligible). FTEP employees also earn paid time off for vacation, personal needs, and sick time and paid holidays. The amount of Choice Time Off (CTO) received varies based on years of service and is pro-rated based on the hours worked per week. A new FTEP employee earns up to 13 days of CTO and up to 10 paid holidays per calendar year. Learn more at roberthalfbenefits.com/Resources. © 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) .