Accountant

TITLE: Accountant

REPORTS TO: Senior Manager, Accounting

ABOUT US: Blu Dot (www.bludot.com), an award-winning designer and maker of modern home furnishings, is currently searching for an Accountant to join our dynamic and values-driven company.

Company Purpose

Inspire a more creative way of living through good design that's good to everyone.

Core Values

• Good design is good. Good design should be reflected in everything we do.
• Keep it simple. Strive for economy in all that you do.
• Everyone is invited to our party. Treat every individual with respect & dignity.
• Our glass is half full. Focus on the positive.
• Be humble. We take nothing for granted.
• Turn it up to 11. Determine what is expected and do a little more.
• Stay curious. Try, learn, improve, repeat.

WHO YOU ARE:

• You are passionate about cultivating a diverse and inclusive culture
• A relationship builder. You strive to foster meaningful professional connections
• You use excellent listening and communication skills to work with employees and managers to collect the information you need to effectively support accounting best practices.
• You have high attention to detail and take pride in doing things right.
• You are self-driven with a strong work ethic and work well with minimum supervision

ABOUT THE ROLE:

• Perform accounting duties in a fast-paced finance department while adhering to established standards.
• Act as a key financial expert, helping to streamline processes and improve efficiency, while supporting the smooth day-to-day operations of the accounting department.
• Assist in the establishment of best practices to ensure consistency and accuracy in financial reporting.
• Perform hands-on accounting duties within a fast-paced finance department, focusing on full-cycle Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable processes.
• This role is responsible for ensuring accuracy and efficiency in day-to-day accounting activities, including invoice processing, vendor payments, reconciliations, and journal entries.
• The position supports month-end and year-end close activities while helping to maintain consistent accounting practices and accurate financial records.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Assist with month-end and year-end close processes, including accruals and reconciliations for AP and AR accounts.
• Support internal and external audits by providing requested AP and AR documentation and schedules.
• Work with internal teams to ensure proper accounting treatment and resolution of AP/AR issues.
• Process full-cycle Accounts Payable transactions, including vendor invoice entry, expense report processing, payment preparation, and vendor reconciliations.
• Perform Accounts Receivable tasks, including invoice generation, cash application, customer account reconciliations, and follow-up collections.
• Prepare and post journal entries related to AP and AR transactions.
• Perform daily cash reconciliations and monitor cash flow related to payables and receivables.
• Maintain accurate vendor and customer account records and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.

IDEAL EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field.
• 2–5 years of hands-on accounting experience
• Preferred focus on Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable.
• Solid knowledge of GAAP and accounting best practices.
• Proficiency in accounting and ERP software, with experience processing AP/AR transactions and supporting month-end close activities.
• Strong Excel skills, including the ability to prepare reports and analyze data.
• Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and follow-through.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Positive, adaptable attitude with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• The position is based out of Minneapolis, MN headquarters with a flexible working environment/schedule (no full-time remote work available)

*Everyone's welcome to our party! Blu Dot always welcomes candidates with unique and diverse backgrounds. Blu Dot is a member of E-Verify. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States.

Salary : $65,000 - $80,000