Accountant
Job Summary
We are seeking a detail-oriented Accountant to analyze financial information prepare reports and ensure accuracy in financial processes. This role will play a key part in supporting month-end close maintaining financial integrity and collaborating cross-functionally to improve accounting operations.
Work Location: Candidate must be located and work from our corporate office in Fargo ND
Core Responsibilities
- Reconcile balance sheet accounts and investigate discrepancies to ensure accurate financial reporting
- Prepare and analyze month-end financial statements including accruals and expense reviews
- Research and resolve variances posting errors and unusual trends in financial data
- Support audit preparation and year-end workpapers
- Collaborate with departments to provide accounting guidance on transactions projects and system updates
- Assist with daily accounting tasks such as journal entries check runs and vendor settlements
- Contribute to process improvements system implementations and testing efforts
- Participate in special projects (e.g. fixed assets sales tax incentive programs)
Required Qualifications
- Bachelors degree in Accounting (or related field)
- 24 years of accounting experience
- Strong analytical problem-solving and organizational skills
- Intermediate Excel skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office
- Attention to detail with strong accuracy in financial work
- Ability to identify issues research solutions and recommend improvements
- Effective communication and collaboration with cross-functional teams
- Strong time management and ability to meet deadlines
As a family business for three generations we currently employ over 900 associates in 20 locations throughout North Dakota South Dakota Montana and Nebraska. We are looking for self-motivated forward-thinking individuals to join us in our continued success. If you desire to start your career with our team here are some things we offer within our full benefits package:
- 10% Annual Retirement Employer Contribution with an Additional 5% Discretionary Employer Contribution
- Health Insurance 3 plan options
- Health Savings Account Employer contribution up to $1300/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
EOE/Vet/Disability
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About Company
Butler Machinery offers a full line of CAT equipment, including heavy machinery, agricultural equipment, parts, and rentals.