Senior Accountant

Pinnacle Marketing Group

. Prepare journal entries, maintain the general ledger, and complete monthly balance sheet reconciliations .

Posted 10/14/2026full-timeRemote • Minnesota • United StatesSenior💰 $26 - $34 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

Role fit

Core Competencies

Use this summary to align your resume positioning with the role.

Demonstrates expertise in general accounting practices, including journal entries, ledger maintenance, and financial statement preparation. Proficient in GAAP and accounting software, with strong analytical skills for budgeting and forecasting.

Highest-signal resume keywords

General Accounting ExperienceGAAP KnowledgeAccounting Software ProficiencyExcel SkillsCPA Eligibility

ATS Keywords

Tailor your resume

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard Skills

Journal EntriesGeneral Ledger MaintenanceMonthly ReconciliationsBudgetingCash Flow ForecastingFinancial Statement PreparationAudit Schedule PreparationSales/Use Tax FilingsProperty Tax FilingsMonth-End Close

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailOrganizationDeadline ManagementDiscretion with Confidential Information

Tools & Technologies

QuickBooksSageNetSuite

Certifications & Qualifications

CPA

Industry Keywords

AccountingFinanceService IndustryMarketingMedia

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Prepare journal entries, maintain the general ledger, and complete monthly balance sheet reconciliations
Maintain the general ledger and chart of accounts, ensuring transactions are coded accurately
Support payroll processing by reviewing payroll data and recording payroll journal entries
Gather department-level data to support the annual budget and periodic forecasts
Monitor cash activity and prepare cash position reports
Complete month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close tasks and prepare draft financial statements
Prepare budget-to-actual variance reports and support budgeting and cash flow forecasting
Assist in preparing audit schedules for the independent accounting firm
Assist with sales/use and property tax filings

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
2+ years of general accounting experience; marketing, media, or service-industry experience is a plus
Working knowledge of GAAP, the full accounting cycle, month-end close, and reconciliations
Proficiency with accounting software (QuickBooks, Sage, NetSuite, or similar)
Strong Excel skills
Strong attention to detail and organization
Ability to meet deadlines
Discretion with confidential information
CPA or progress toward CPA eligibility is a plus

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible work schedule including work from home options
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Life insurance
Disability insurance
401k
PTO
Paid holidays