Staff Accountant II

Ziegler Companies is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our accounting team. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with full-cycle accounting and will play a vital role in maintaining accurate financial records and preparing reports. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to a collaborative environment while ensuring compliance and efficiency across all accounting functions.

Responsibilities:

• Compile and analyze financial information to prepare entries to accounts, such as general ledger accounts, and document business transactions for Ziegler and/or related entities
• Strong understanding of GAAP and other accounting standards with ability to account for complex transactions, such as capitalizing versus expensing, lease accounting, and inventory valuation
• Managing all aspects of lease accounting under ASC 842, including new leases, modifications, and terminations
• Identify opportunities to improve financial reporting processes
• Ensure compliance with accounting policies, procedures, and regulations
• Establish, maintain, and coordinate the implementation of accounting and accounting control procedures
• Assist with monthly financial documents such as income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements
• Serve as back up for various daily and monthly cash activities
• Handle Month and Year End close
• Reconcile various accounts, including bank acco
• unts and general ledger accounts, to ensure accuracy and identify discrepancies
• Assist with internal and external audits by providing necessary documentation and ensuring compliance with accounting standards

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required; accounting, finance or business related preferred
• 3-5 years of related work experience
• CPA or working towards certification preferred
• Personal Attributes: Attention to Detail, Commitment / Dependability, Integrity, Problem Solving, Efficiency
• Advanced Microsoft skills, specifically Microsoft Excel

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.  Ziegler Inc. will reasonably accommodate the known disabilities of qualified disabled individuals.

SEE YOURSELF AT ZIEGLER

Founded in 1914, Ziegler is a third-generation, family-owned CAT dealer with over 2400 employees across 30+ locations in Minnesota, Iowa and northern Missouri. Since day one Ziegler has had the same philosophy- if the customer is successful- then Ziegler will be successful. That is why Ziegler is committed to providing employees with the best possible work environment and the right tools for career development. This means great benefits, work/life balance, and ongoing professional development and training. Fulfill your calling by starting a career with Ziegler today!

The pay range for this position is

$63,100.00 to $75,700.00

Starting wage is dependent on skills, experience, education and location. Pay range may vary by 10% depending upon the applicant’s location. Along with competitive pay, full time positions are benefits eligible which includes:

• Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance

• 15 days of PTO your first year, accrual starts day 1

• 9 paid holidays

• 401(k) plan with company contribution and match

• HSA (Health Savings Account), Ziegler contributes up to $1000 tax-free each year

• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance, FSA & EAP

• Paid Parental Leave & Funeral Leave

• Fitness membership discount

• Education Assistance

At Ziegler Inc. we’re committed to equal opportunity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.