Ovative Group · 4 weeks ago
Analyst, Accounting
Minneapolis
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$60K/yr - $72K/yrOvative Group is an independent, full-funnel media, measurement, and creative firm. They are seeking an Accounting Analyst to support key accounting functions and help produce accurate financial statements that drive strategic decisions.
ConsultingConsumer GoodsLegalRetail
Responsibilities
Assist in the month end close process and preparation of financial statements
Reconcile, analyze, and review the general ledger to ensure financial positions
Prepare journal entries in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)
Manage Ovative’s corporate card program and perform associated reconciliations
Analyze client contracts and create invoicing and GAAP-compliant revenue recognition schedules
Lead accounts payable process including vendor management and bill creation leveraging latest OCR and AI technology
Partner with FP&A team and business unit leaders to validate and track expenses and ensure alignment with team budgets
Create actuals vs. forecast variance reports and share insights to inform accurate forecasts
Perform ad hoc reporting and analysis, investigating issues as assigned
Maintain detailed and accurate records in support of annual audit and tax processes
Partner with Controller to establish strong accounting processes to ensure efficiency and accuracy
Be a team player and be ready to take on ad hoc tasks as needed to support the team
Instill organizational best practices learned from past accounting experiences
Cultivate a transparent, trustworthy, and ethical work environment by staying engaged, curious, and accountable
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or related field
Proven ability in analytical thinking, structured problem-solving, and a passion for delivering impactful results
Self-starter who thrives in managing multiple tasks and deadlines with minimal supervision
Impeccable organizational skills and a sharp eye for accuracy
Preferred
CPA certification or actively working towards it is a plus
Experience with NetSuite and MS Office (especially Excel and Outlook) is a plus
Benefits
Access to all office spaces in MSP, NYC, and CHI
Frequent, paid travel to our Minneapolis headquarters for company events, team events, and in-person collaboration with teams
Flexible paid vacation policy
401k match program
Top-notch health insurance options, inclusive of same sex partners
Family formation benefits including reimbursement options for fertility, pregnancy, and parenting needs
Monthly stipend for your mobile phone and data plan
Sabbatical program
Charitable giving via our time and a financial match program
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Company
Ovative Group
Digital strategy consultants serving the retail and consumer packaged goods industry
Founded in 2009
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Dale Nitschke
CEO
Annie Zipfel
Executive Vice President of Media
Recent News
2025-02-26
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