Job Posting: Staff Accountant

At the Minneapolis Heart Institute Foundation (MHIF), a staff accountant provides vital financial support that ensures the organization’s ability to innovate in research, patient-centered care, and education. In this role, you do more than manage accounts—you deliver accurate financial records, support compliance, and underpin strategic decisions that advance MHIF’s mission to transform cardiovascular care and save lives.


Position Summary

Reporting to the Assistant Controller, the staff accountant supports the Minneapolis Heart Institute Foundation (MHIF) Finance Team by performing key accounting functions including weekly check runs, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and assists in the month-end close.


Key Responsibilities

  • Accounts Payable: Process vendor invoices, verify accuracy, obtain proper approvals, and prepare payments.
  • Weekly Check Run: Coordinate and complete weekly check runs; ensure all payments are properly documented and recorded.
  • Accounts Receivable: Generate and send customer invoices, record payments, and follow up on outstanding balances.
  • Reconciliations: Assist with account reconciliations and month-end closing processes as needed.
  • Financial Support: Provide general accounting and administrative support to the finance team, including maintaining accurate records and assisting with audits or reporting.
  • Work collaboratively: with all employees as part of a positive, supportive culture.
  • Continuous improvement: special projects, other contributions 

 

Core Values in Action

At MHIF, our values guide how we lead and work together:

  • Integrity: Do the right thing, even when it's hard. Operate ethically and transparently.
  • Innovation: Ask bold questions. Be proactive and curious in improving how we work.
  • Collaboration: Support one another, build trust, and celebrate success as one team.
  • Excellence: Own your work. Be accountable. Bring urgency and resilience to solving problems.

 

What Sets You Apart

Required

  • Bachelor’s degree in business or accounting or related experience.
  • Minimum one to seven years of experience in accounting, including accounts payable, and accounts receivable.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Excel and Word.
  • Experience with accounting software.
  • Must have the ability to work with others as a team in support of a positive work culture.

 

Total Rewards

In addition to meaningful, mission-driven work, MHIF offers:

  • Competitive salary: $75,000-$90,000
  • Comprehensive benefits including: Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Life, short- and long-term disability
  • Employer HSA contribution
  • 401(k) with employer match and contribution
  • Generous PTO, paid holidays, and parental leave
  • Tuition reimbursement and paid volunteer time

 

 Why Join MHIF?

“Small team. Global impact.”

Here, your work has purpose. Your voice is heard. Your career can grow. We are driven by discovery and grounded in compassion—and we’re looking for someone who brings both heart and expertise to the table.

Ready to do work that matters?

Apply Here

MHIF is an equal opportunity employer and values a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Date posted: October 27, 2025

Give the Gift of Hope
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The Minneapolis Heart Institute Foundation® (MHIF) strives to create a world without heart and vascular disease. To achieve this bold vision, we are dedicated to improving the cardiovascular health of individuals and communities through innovative research and education.

Thanks to the generosity of donors like you, we can continue this life-saving work. Please make a gift to support lasting change in the lives of individuals we serve and future generations to come.