Controller jobs in Bismarck, ND

We are looking for an Accountant/Bookkeeper.  The position will be responsible for all aspects of the accounting functions within the business, cash management, payroll, general ledger and internal and external financial reporting. 

A Bachelor’s degree in accounting and minimum of 4 years of accounting experience are required.   Experience in the construction industry is preferred, but not required.  Strong technical, analytical, and problem-solving skills along with excellent interpersonal and communication skills are required, as employee and customer/contractor relations are critical in this position.  Ability to multi-task in a fast -paced environment. Proficiency in Windows/PC based software (Outlook, Excel, Word, Adobe, etc..)

Salary and benefits are dependent upon qualifications.

Accountant General Overview of Responsibilities:

• Attention to detail and overall responsibility of the entire accounting system
  • Payment of bills
  • Preparation and recording of deposits
  • Preparation of billings
  • Preparation of weekly payroll (to include certified payroll reports)
  • Remittance of payroll tax deposits
  • Preparation of monthly journal entries
• Cash management
• Quarterly Sales Tax
• Preparation of monthly progressive billings/AIA billings via our work in progress schedule
• Preparation of monthly internal A/R aging reports
• Preparation of monthly internal financial statements
• Preparation of annual W-2 and 1099 filings
• Working with external accountant for annual review of the financial statements and preparation of the tax return
• Review of current procedures and controls and implementation of improvements
• Documentation of accounting procedures and processes/job aides
• Customer and vendor relations
• Employee relations
• New hire employee paperwork
• Maintaining and updating employee manual
• Entering office expenses and other charges timely and accurately
• Auditing Charges and Statements for errors
• Reconciling multiple Bank and Credit Card Accounts
• Following up with cardholders to obtain receipts for charges
• Monitoring accounting lines of communication (Email, phone, etc)
• Providing great service to our internal and external customers/staff
• Good problem solving and conflict resolution skills
• High proficiency with computers, MS Office (Word, Excel, Email)