Bookkeeper / Accounting Assistant (Office Support) at MRA Recruiting Services – Maple Grove, Minnesota

Job: Bookkeeper / Accounting Assistant - Office Support
Location: Maple Grove, MN
Company: Spectrum Fruit

Growing Family-Owned Company | Hands-On, Team-Oriented Role
Location: Maple Grove, MN | Salary: $55,000–$60,000 | Full-Time | Onsite

Do you enjoy being part of a small office where everyone pitches in, and your work truly matters? Spectrum Fruits is seeking a detail-oriented, self-motivated Bookkeeper / Accounting Assistant to join our close-knit administrative team.

This role is perfect for someone who enjoys a mix of accounting and daily office tasks and who takes pride in being a reliable, go-to team member. In our small business environment, you won’t be siloed; you will support both financial processes and the operations that keep the office running smoothly.

What You’ll Do
Accounting & Finance

• Handle day-to-day bookkeeping activities, including accounts payable (AP), accounts receivable (AR), and cash tracking
• Perform general ledger entries and assist with reconciliations
• Support preparation of financial reports, budgets, and expense documentation
• Processing payroll, commissions, and benefits administration
• Help maintain accurate records and support audit processes

Operations & Administrative Support

• Provide general office support in a small team environment
• Serve as a point of contact for calls and correspondence
• Maintain office supplies and coordinate small shipments and vendor orders
• Coordination of scheduling, travel arrangements, and overall office organization

What You’ll Bring

• 2–3 years of bookkeeping or accounting experience, including AP and AR
• Understanding of accounting principles and general ledger processes
• Payroll processing experience and familiarity with financial reporting
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel) and ERP/accounting systems
• High level of accuracy, discretion, and attention to detail
• Proactive mindset and willingness to support both accounting and office operations in a small-team environment

What’s In It for You?

• Direct access to leadership and meaningful impact
• Variety in your day, no siloed accounting role
• Stable, growing, family-owned business
• Performance incentives and bonus opportunities
• Supportive, close-knit culture where your contributions are valued

Compensation & Benefits

• $55,000–$60,000 based on experience
• Health, dental, 401(k), and paid time-off

With over 40 years of experience, Spectrum Fruits is a family-owned, certified minority-owned global marketer of high-quality fruit ingredients serving the restaurant, food manufacturing, service, health, and alcohol industries. We are known for exceptional service, strong relationships, and consistent product excellence.

Spectrum Fruits is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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