Lead AccountantLand O'Lakes is searching for an Accounting Lead for its wholly owned subsidiary, Curious Plot advertising agency. This position requires a flexible individual who is results-oriented and has excellent communication and analytical skills. You'll be responsible for building a strong business partnership to manage the accounting and finance activities of the business.This role is located at our Arden Hills, MN corporate office (hybrid work arrangement each week)The responsibilities of the Accounting Lead will consist of, but will not be limited to, the following:Analyze and communicate financial results with Curious Plot executive leadership (CEO/COO) on a consistent basis; provide variance analysis and budget details to Land O'Lakes on a monthly basisOversee the month-end close process, which includes: establishing timelines for deliverables; preparing and reviewing journal entries; reviewing account reconciliations; and providing management reporting.Team with business and technology partners to improve efficiencies and improve the control environment, specifically related to the accounting for revenue, unbilled revenue and receivables.Prepare the long-range plan and forecast for the business.Ensure accounting controls are in place and operating effectively, and lead efforts to periodically test controls. Own maintenance of internal control documentation.Qualifications:Bachelor's degree or higher in accounting; CPA desired3-5 years of relevant/related work experienceMicrosoft office experience including advanced excel and knowledge of ERP systemsCompetencies:Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment under strict deadlinesStrong process design, system understanding and project implementation skillsAbility to understand complex transactions in the general ledgerStrong analytical skills to assess variances and trends and ability to summarize information for management reviewAttention to detail and accuracyAbout Land O'Lakes, Inc.Join us and be part of a Fortune 250, farmer- and member-owned cooperative that is reimagining the business of food. We have been named a Top Workplace by Indeed and LinkedIn, and to the TIME 100 Most Influential Companies list.We provide a broad portfolio of benefits to keep you and your family at your best. Land O'Lakes is Where Your Future Takes Root.Land O'Lakes, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) M/F/Vets/Disabled. The company maintains a drug-free workforce, including post-employment substance abuse testing pursuant to a Drug and Alcohol Policy.Neither Land O'Lakes, nor its search firms, will ever contact you and ask for confidential information over the phone or in email. If you receive a call or email like this, please do not provide the information being requested.Equal Opportunity Employer - minorities/females/veterans/individuals with disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity