Accountant

Meridian Services

. Perform month-end closing tasks, including general ledger reviews, allocations, and financial statement generation .

Posted 10/28/2026full-timeGolden Valley • Minnesota • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $72,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in financial management, including month-end closing, variance analysis, and compliance with Federal, State, and Local regulations. Proficient in Microsoft Excel and capable of collaborating with diverse stakeholders to achieve financial goals.

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Month-End ClosingVariance AnalysisFinancial Statement GenerationMicrosoft Excel ProficiencyBudget Creation

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Hard Skills

General Ledger ReviewBalance Sheet ReconciliationFinancial ReportingClient Billing Rate CalculationAsset Management

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsTask PrioritizationWritten CommunicationVerbal CommunicationAdaptability

Tools & Technologies

Multiple Computer SystemsInsurance Management Software

Certifications & Qualifications

Department of Human Services Background CheckMotor Vehicle Background Check

Industry Keywords

Healthcare RegulationsSocial ServicesDevelopmental DisabilitiesAnnual AuditsCensus Reporting

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform month-end closing tasks, including general ledger reviews, allocations, and financial statement generation
Conduct variance analysis and make actionable recommendations
Complete balance sheet reconciliations
Oversee banking functions, manage funding, and handle asset setup and retirement
Maintain insurance policies and property/auto claims
Assist with annual audits, including workers’ compensation audits
Collaborate with department heads to create annual budgets and assess financial goals
Calculate client billing rates and staffing needs
Ensure adherence to Federal, State, Local, Medicaid, and healthcare agency regulations
Prepare census reporting and unclaimed property reporting
Manage State/Medicaid audits

Requirements

What you’ll need

4-year Accounting or related business degree, OR 2-year Accounting degree with 3–5 years of relevant experience
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including complex formulas
Experience with multiple computer systems and ability to learn new programs
Strong organizational and task prioritization skills to meet multiple deadlines
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Flexibility to adapt to peak workload seasons, such as annual audits
Successful clearance of Department of Human Services background check
Successful clearance of Motor Vehicle Background Check and acceptable driving record per Company Policy
Background in social services or developmental disabilities preferred
Familiarity with insurance management preferred
Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and driven to exceed expectations preferred
Comfortable collaborating with diverse stakeholders preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Full-Time benefits
Work from home eligible after 90 days of employment