Accountant

The Barry Foundation

Fargo, North Dakota  

A local non-profit organization in Fargo, ND is seeking an experienced Accountant to work in the Fargo office.  This role is ideal for a steady and precise person who will pay close attention to detail and be able to effectively interpret and relay financial information for key stakeholders.  This position may start 3/4-time and evolve to a full-time Accountant/Controller.

Key Responsibilities

General Accounting and Financial Reporting– Cash management, accounts payable, general ledger maintenance, investment accounting, prepare financial statements and other periodic financial reports, vendor maintenance, 1099 reporting, grant reporting, payroll and various human resource related activities

Budget Process – Participate in and drive the annual budget process and periodic budget review

Compliance and Standardization -Assist with tax and audit related matters, including the completion of tax forms and payments, implement standardization of policies, processes, and procedures to create continuity and consistency

Board Support – Be knowledgeable of the legal/regulatory environment within the non-profit sector, prepare documents and participate in Finance Committee Meetings

Ambassadorial – Represent the organization at various meetings and events, cultivate relationships with community partners and grantees

Requirements: 

• Undergraduate degree in Accounting required, graduate degree and/or CPA designation desired
• Preferred 2 years work experience with an emphasis on general ledger and financial statement preparation
• Ability to independently manage multiple projects simultaneously with strong attention to detail in a confidential and conscientious manner
• Ability to meet deadlines and reliable and consistent attendance

·         Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to develop positive working relationships

·         Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Microsoft GP Dynamics desired

The search will be conducted in a professional manner and all potential candidates will be given consideration. Short-listed candidates will be contacted to submit an employment application and for phone calls/possible interviews.  Information will be handled with great discretion and confidentiality.  We are an equal opportunity employer.  Background checks would be completed for potential hires.

If you believe your experience and skills may be a strong match for this role, we would like to engage with you. Please read below for the application and selection process.

THE APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS

Step 1: Interested candidates submit a cover letter and resume to tbf@barryfoundation.org.

●        This will be posted until the position is filled.  If you are interested in the position, please inquire as soon as possible.

Step 2: An initial 15 minute phone call will be scheduled with qualified applicants.

Step 3: A 45-60 minute interview will be scheduled with specific candidates.

Thank you for your time and interest in this position!

Primary Job Function

· Performs accounts payable functions for Missouri Slope Lutheran Care Center, Inc. and MSLCC Foundation.

Duties

· Responsible to verify accuracy of invoices and obtain needed approvals before payment is made

· Accurately input invoices and credit memos into the accounts payable system

· Process payments to vendors, following the payment terms of each vendor and taking advantage of all early payment discounts

· Cross-check vendor account statements with unpaid vendor invoice totals for our vendors to maintain an accurate accounts payable balance

· Understand the timing of when vendor rebates are processed and code accordingly

· Assist department directors with invoices and any questions regarding accounts payable process and how their expenses are coded.

· Prepare monthly General Journal entry for Supply Requisitions

· Maintain petty cash funds for: Accounts Payable, Care Center Business Office, VVH Business Office and Nursing Services

· Assist the Resident Account Manager with Medicare consolidated billing services from: therapy providers, pharmacies, clinics and hospitals

· Assist the VP/CFO and Finance Director with preparation of schedules and documents for year-end audit

Qualifications

· Must possess an Associate's degree in an accounting or related program (degree must be obtained within the first 6 months of hire), or 3 years of accounts payable experience

· Must have experience with Microsoft Excel

Reports to: Vice President/Chief Financial Officer

Schedule: Monday through Friday; 8:00am-4:30pm

To apply, submit a Missouri Slope employment application at the front office or apply online at www.missourislope.com.

Application Deadline: Open until filled

Missouri Slope is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Our client, Prairie Community Services located in Morris, MN has a career opportunity for an Accounting Manager. The successful candidate will be responsible for the organization’s accounting functions to include financial statement preparation, payroll, A/P, A/R, budgets, and office management duties along with other functions as assigned.

Qualifications include a bachelor’s degree in accounting and/or finance with three plus years’ experience in the accounting field along with supervisory experience. The ideal candidate will possess knowledge of accounting principles and practices along with the ability to work on multiple projects and meet deadlines. Excellent judgment and decision-making abilities are essential to this position. Working knowledge of Yardi along with a background in the healthcare and/or non-profit industry a plus.

Prairie Community services offers a competitive compensation and benefits package and a stable work environment. EOE  #LI-KY1

To apply, please visit –

www.eidebailly.com/careers/positions-with-clients

Department/Location: Financial Services; Bismarck, ND

Company: Basin Electric Power Cooperative

Position Purpose:

Settlements Analyst I - This position plays an important role in ensuring Basin Electric Power Cooperative (BEPC) is receiving optimal value for its resources. This position is responsible for validating the BEPC and Dakota Gasification Company (DGC) natural gas purchases and sales transactions. This position is also responsible for the settlement of the wind purchase power agreement transactions, including the curtailments. This position will be performing transmission, energy and capacity checkouts with counter parties using an Energy Trading Risk Management (ETRM) system. The incumbent is responsible for the monthly billing to North Iowa Municipal Electric Cooperative Association (NIMECA).\

Settlements Analyst II - This position plays an important role in ensuring Basin Electric Power Cooperative (BEPC) is receiving optimal value for its resources. This position is responsible for validating the BEPC and Dakota Gasification Company (DGC) natural gas purchases and sales transactions. This position is also responsible for the settlement of the wind purchase power agreement transactions, including the curtailments. The incumbent will be performing transmission, energy and capacity checkouts with counterparties using an Energy Trading Risk Management (ETRM) system. This position is responsible for providing electric energy transaction data for other monthly billings and assisting in gathering information for the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission Electric Quarterly Reports (FERC EQR).

Qualifications:

Settlements Analyst I - To perform effectively in this position, the incumbent must have a general understanding of business practices and procedures, which is acquired through the completion of a four-year degree in Accounting, Business, Finance, Economics, Mathematics, or a related field, and two years of related experience in business, accounting, finance, economics, mathematics, billing, or settlements; or a two-year degree in Accounting, Business, Finance, Economics, Mathematics, or a related field, and four years of related experience in business, accounting, finance, economics, mathematics, billing, or settlements. The ability to demonstrate good verbal and written communication skills is required. The incumbent must also be proficient with personal computers and Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel.

Settlements Analyst II - To perform effectively in this position, the incumbent must have a general understanding of business practices and procedures, which is acquired through the completion of a four-year degree in Accounting, Business, Finance, Economics, Mathematics, or related field, and four years of related experience in business, accounting, finance, economics, mathematics, billing, or settlements. The ability to demonstrate good verbal and written communication skills is required. The incumbent must also be proficient with personal computers and Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel.

Typical Physical/Mental/Environmental Demands:

This position requires frequent sitting and standing/walking; and occasional reaching below and above shoulder level, use of keyboard/ computer, bending, kneeling, lifting/carrying up to 10 pounds, and pushing/pulling up to 20 pounds. It also requires finger dexterity and hand coordination. This position requires good hearing and vision, and the ability to speak. It also requires the ability to develop plans, procedures and goals; present information to others; and work under stress to complete projects within deadlines.

Applicants interested in this opening should go to https://www.basinelectric.com to apply.

Employees must apply through Inside Basin, by clicking on a position and signing into the Infor Application.

If you have any questions, please contact JAIME FUCHS at 701 557-5608.

Basin Electric is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer regarding race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, and veterans status.

Our client Scull Construction located in Rapid City, SD, has a career opportunity for a highly motivated individual as their CFO. This position is accountable for financial and fiscal management aspects of company operations. They will provide leadership and coordination in the job costing, administrative, business planning, accounting and budgeting efforts of the company along with other functions as assigned. This position will report directly to the President.

Qualifications include a Bachelor Degree in Finance or Accounting with 10 plus years of experience in the accounting field. The ideal candidate will possess knowledge of accounting principles and practices along with ability to work on multiple projects and meet deadlines. Strong analytical and technical skills are essential to this position. Construction industry experience along with CPA and/or CCIFP designation a plus.

Scull Construction offers a competitive compensation and benefits package with a strong and stable work environment in a family business environment. EOE  #LI-KY1

To apply, please visit –

Department/Location: Financial Services; Bismarck, ND

Company: Basin Electric Power Cooperative

Position Purpose:

Accounting Analyst I - This position is responsible for the daily cash batch processing and the application of payments to the accounts receivable subledger. The position is responsible for preparation of various cooperative and subsidiary invoices through a process that includes analysis, delivery, and collection of data from various sources, including electronic spreadsheets, downloaded files, and automated invoicing systems. This position assists with the preparation of the Member Revenue Billing (MRB) invoices. This includes assisting with the management of the accounts receivable/revenue ledger for Basin Electric Power Cooperative (BEPC) and its subsidiaries and maintaining an in-depth knowledge of the Infor Accounts Receivable software system module. This position is also responsible for various month-end journal entries and the performance of various account reconciliations of revenue, expense, and general ledger accounts.

Accounting Analyst II - This position is responsible for the daily cash batch processing and the application of payments to the accounts receivable subledger. The position is responsible for preparation of the Member Revenue Billing (MRB) invoices and various Cooperative and subsidiary invoices. This includes assisting with the management of the accounts receivable/revenue ledger for Basin Electric Power Cooperative (BEPC) and its subsidiaries and maintaining an in-depth knowledge of the Infor Accounts Receivable software system module. This position is also responsible for various month-end journal entries and the performance of various account reconciliations of revenue, expense, and general ledger accounts. This position also assists in monthly variance analysis in association with the preparation of Board reports and performs in-depth analysis of plant cost trends.

Qualifications:

Accounting Analyst I - To perform effectively in this position, the incumbent must have knowledge of GAAP, financial operations, and accounting theory in executing at the transaction level at a level acquired through the completion of a four-year degree in accounting, business, finance, or a related discipline and two years of related professional accounting experience. This position requires strong analytical skills; proficiency in personal computer operation and Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel; experience with reporting software; and a good working knowledge of relational database concepts. The ability to demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills is required.

Accounting Analyst II - To perform effectively in this position, the incumbent must have knowledge of GAAP, financial operations, and accounting theory in executing at the transaction level at a level acquired through the completion of a four-year degree in accounting, business, finance, or a related discipline and four years of related professional accounting experience. This position requires strong analytical skills; proficiency in personal computer operation and Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel; experience with reporting software; and a good working knowledge of relational database concepts. The ability to demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills is required.

Typical Physical/Mental/Environmental Demands:

This position requires frequent sitting and standing/walking; and occasional reaching below and above shoulder level, use of keyboard/ computer, bending, kneeling, lifting/carrying up to 10 pounds, and pushing/pulling up to 20 pounds. It also requires finger dexterity and hand coordination. This position requires good hearing and vision, and the ability to speak. It also requires the ability to develop plans, procedures and goals; present information to others; and work under stress to complete projects within deadlines.

Applicants interested in this opening should go to https://www.basinelectric.com to apply.

Employees must apply through Inside Basin, by clicking on a position and signing into the Infor Application.

If you have any questions, please contact JAIME FUCHS at 701-557-5608.

Basin Electric is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer regarding race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, and veterans status.

North Dakota Practices for Sale (with gross revenues):

Southeastern ND CPA $725K; Coming Soon Southwest ND $335K For more information call 800-397-0249 or view listing details and register for free email updates at www.APS.net.

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