Accounting Assistant
Minneapolis, Minnesota • Full Time
Posted on Tue, Jun 9, 2026
Summary:
The Center for Veterans Research and Education (CVRE), whose mission is to help to support innovative research and education initiatives that improve the health and well-being of Veterans, is seeking a termporary, part-time Accounting Assistant. This job would last about 3 or 4 months.
Responsibilities: Major duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to the following:
- Prepare spreadsheets and reports related to grant and industry trial activity, budget status, and financial performance.
- Support the reconciliation of grant and industry trial accounts and other accounts.
- Assist with the preparation of accounts receivable invoices and related financial reports.
- Assists with accounts receivable collections.
- Prepare and record journal entries
- Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close.
- Organize and maintain electronic files, including award documents, amendments, and financial records.
- Assists with accounts payable, accounts receivable, and other general accounting functions.
- Maintain confidentiality of financial, employee, and organizational information.
- Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education: Pursuing a degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
Experience: Prior accounting or bookkeeping experience required in lieu of education.
Licensure/Registration/
Certification: None required
Preferred Qualifications:
- Basic understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting.
- Analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Interest in nonprofit finance, grants management, or government-funded programs a plus.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
- Experience with Microsoft Outlook, and Word.
- Good oral and written communication skills.
- Attention to detail and organizational skills.
Conditions of Employment:
- Subject to a criminal and educational background check.
- Designated and/or random drug testing may be required.
- Regular and predictable attendance is required.
- Must be a US citizen.
Physical Requirements: The employee must be able to navigate the medical center, use a keyboard, and lift 25 lbs. Reasonable accommodation may be considered in determining an applicant's ability to perform the duties/functions of the position.