Financial Accounting Supervisor

Be part of a growing, successful company in an exciting and challenging field. Border States is 100% employee-owned, which means you’re empowered to make decisions, find solutions and receive rewards for your hard work.
 
This position will be located in: Fargo , ND  

 

Job Summary

Supports the day-to-day operations of the accounting area including all general ledger accounts and financial statements, accountable for timely and accurate financial statement preparation, and ensures accurate and timely monthly, quarterly and year-end closing processes.

Responsibilities

Essential functions

• Lead and develop senior and staff accountants 
  • Conducts mid-year and annual performance reviews
• Manages day-to-day operations of the accounting functions including all general ledger accounts and financial statements 
  • Reviews associated journal entries and reconciliations.
• Accountable for timely and accurate financial statement preparation and working directly with finance teams and other business partners. 
• Maintains effective working relationships with customers, vendors, and others related to the company; promote and maintain the identity and reputation of Border States, ensuring customer satisfaction and addressing problems and complaints as they arise. 
• Ensures the collection and maintenance of accurate accounting information as requested in accordance with the requirements of the company’s information system. 
• Provides accurate, timely documentation of general ledger accounts and other information as requested. 
• Ensures accurate and timely monthly, quarterly and year-end close process and reporting. 
• Ensures all required functions are performed meeting the company’s high-quality standards and that all functions are staffed by qualified personnel. 
• Coordinate and lead the annual audit, asset-based loan audit, 401k audit, and ESOP audit.

Non-essential functions

• Leads and supports special projects.
• Assists in establishing and communicating company goals and requirements. 
• Assists in the development and implementation of new procedures and features to enhance the workflow.
• Facilitates brainstorming & process improvement atmosphere
• Collaborates with other corporate teams to improve processes and communication
• Coordinate and lead team meetings and one-on-ones
   

Qualifications

• Four-year accounting, finance or business administration degree
• Seven+ years of progressive accounting or equivalent related work experience.  
• Public accounting experience preferred. 
• A Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or similar designation is required. 
   

Skills and Abilities

•    Excellent management and supervisory skills.
•    Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
•    Excellent organizational and time management skills.
•    Understands accounting systems, processes and internal controls.
•    Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and SAP.
•    Strong customer service skills include being competent, accurate, responsive and engaged.
•    Ability to maintain confidentiality.
•    Works with integrity, is ethical and upholds organizational values.

Physical Requirements

Frequency at which you would carry/lift in a typical day:
Occasionally 0 – 33% Frequently 34 – 66% Continuously: 67 – 100%

• Lift from Waist:
  • < than 10 lbs. - Not at all
  • 10 to 25 lbs. - Not at all
  • 26 to 50 lbs. - Not at all
  • 51 to 75 lbs. - Not at all
  • 75 to 100 lbs. - Not at all
  • 100+ lbs. - Not at all
• Lift from Floor:
  • < than 10 lbs. - Frequently
  • 10 to 25 lbs. - Frequently
  • 26 to 50 lbs. - Occasionally
  • 51 to 75 lbs. - Not at all
  • 75 to 100 lbs. - Not at all
  • 100+ lbs. - Not at all
• Carried for Distance:
  • < than 10 lbs. - Not at all
  • 10 to 25 lbs. - Not at all
  • 26 to 50 lbs. - Not at all
  • 51 to 75 lbs. - Not at all
  • 75 to 100 lbs. - Not at all
  • 100+ lbs. - Not at all

Physical Activity

Frequency at which you would do the following in a typical day:

• Sitting (a continuous period of being seated) - Continuously
• Standing (for sustained periods of time) - Frequently
• Walking (moving about on foot to accomplish tasks) - Frequently
• Bending/stooping (downward and forwa