Accounting Manager

Butler Machinery Company•Fargo, ND

16d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced and collaborative Accounting Manager to lead our accounting team and support the organization's financial operations. This role is responsible for ensuring accurate financial reporting, maintaining strong internal controls, overseeing the month-end and year-end close processes, and developing a high-performing accounting team. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker with strong accounting expertise, leadership experience, and a passion for continuous improvement.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting.
7+ years of progressive accounting experience.
Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting principles.
Experience leading or mentoring accounting professionals.
Advanced analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Nice To Haves

CPA or CGMA designation.
Experience improving accounting processes and internal controls.
Experience working with integrated accounting and business systems.
Ability to lead, coach, and develop others.
Strong business partnering mindset and collaborative approach.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Comfortable translating financial information for non-financial audiences.
Continuous improvement mindset with a focus on efficiency and accuracy.

Responsibilities

Lead and develop a team of accountants.
Manage daily accounting operations, including general ledger activities, account reconciliations, fixed assets, sales and use tax, and personal property tax.
Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes to ensure timely and accurate reporting.
Develop, implement, and maintain accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
Monitor changes in accounting standards, tax regulations, and reporting requirements and assess organizational impact.
Partner with leaders across the organization to improve financial and operational processes.
Utilize accounting and business systems to drive efficiency and support evolving business needs.
Provide financial analysis and guidance to management to support informed business decisions.
Coordinate audit and tax preparation activities and serve as a key contact for external auditors.
Support ongoing department and organizational initiatives as needed.
Works within and promotes vision, mission and values of BMC.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Organizes, communicates and delegates responsibilities and priorities to subordinates.
Encourages and monitors career development providing technical training, coaching and expertise as needed.
Ensures compliance of employees to performance standards through coaching, counseling and conducting performance reviews as needed, but no less than annually.
Provides regular and timely feedback that recognizes employee performance, motivates employees and promotes self-development.

Benefits

A generous pension plan with 10% guaranteed company contributions plus up to 5% discretionary contributions annually once eligibility requirements are met—without requiring employee contributions.
Eligibility for the Bonus Incentive Plan.
10% Annual Retirement Employer Contribution, with Additional 5% Discretionary Employer Contribution
Health Insurance – 3 plan options
Health Savings Account – Employer contribution up to $1,300/year
Dependent Care Flex Spending Account
Dental Insurance – 2 plan options
Vision Insurance
Basic Life/AD&D and Supplemental Life Insurance
Employer paid Short-Term Disability Coverage – 60% of base pay/salary
Long-Term Disability Coverage
Maternity / Paternity Benefits
Holidays
Paid Time Off (PTO)
401(K) Plan
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – including Health Coaching
SmartDollar – employer paid financial planning program
Legal Shield/ID Shield products
Voluntary Benefit options - Cancer Insurance/Accident/Hospitalization