Senior Accountant

ACME ELECTRIC MOTOR INC•Grand Forks, ND

7d•Onsite

About The Position

We’re seeking a motivated Senior Accountant to join our growing corporate accounting team. In this role, you’ll build hands-on experience across core accounting functions—month-end close, reconciliations, and financial reporting—while working closely with department leadership. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced accounting professional looking to grow in a dynamic, multi-location retail environment. Acme Tools was founded as Acme Electric Motor in 1948 and continues to be a family-owned operation with over 600 team Acme members across North Dakota, Minnesota, and Iowa. In 1999, Tool Crib of the North, Acme’s catalog, and internet division, was acquired by Amazon.com. After rebranding as Acme Tools, we are now one of the premier retailers of tools and equipment online within the United States. We pride ourselves on having a growing, innovative eCommerce department with a start-up like atmosphere, which will allow you to create and execute strategies with freedom and approach projects in creative ways.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting
4+ years of progressive accounting experience
Solid understanding of accounting principles and financial regulations
Strong analytical background
Exceptional accuracy and attention to detail
Ability to work successfully in a team environment and independently
Excellent time management skills to balance multiple deadlines and priorities in a high-volume, fast-paced environment
High proficiency in accounting software and advanced Microsoft Excel skills (pivot tables, data manipulation, etc.)
Ability to keep a high degree of confidentiality of information
Effective and professional written and verbal communication skills, as this position will interact with a variety of colleagues across departments and financial backgrounds

Nice To Haves

Proven experience working in a multi-location omnichannel retail environment or similar business as a Staff Accountant
Experience with general ledger functions and the month-end/year-end close process
Prior ERP systems experience
Familiarity with MS Queries or similar data tools
Knowledge of tax compliance and regulation

Responsibilities

Active participation in the preparation and review of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and reporting, including journal entries, reconciliations, and financial analysis.
Coordinate with leadership across locations and departments on financial matters.
Involvement in audits, including preparing and reviewing financial information.
Identify opportunities for process improvement in day-to-day accounting workflows
Perform financial analysis, identify trends, anomalies, and opportunities for cost savings and revenue enhancement.
Contribute to special projects and initiatives as requested by senior leadership, providing financial expertise and insights.

Benefits

Work-Life Balance
Professional Development Training
Competitive Pay & Annual Performance-Based Increase Opportunities
Generous PTO plan that starts accruing on day 1!
Paid Holidays – we are closed the 6 major holidays of the year
Maternity Leave (partially paid through company paid short-term disability!)
Work environment where everyone strives to do their best work and can see their impact on the company
Community Involvement Opportunities
Generous Employee Discounts
Various Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance Plans To Fit Any Lifestyle & Family
Supplemental Health Insurance Add-On Programs
Medical & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
100% Company Paid Short- & Long-Term Disability Insurance
401(k) Program & Company Matching
100% Company Paid Life Insurance