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Accounting Manager / Controller | Growing Product Design & Distribution Company
Salary: $80,000 to $105,000
Location: Bemidji, MN | Onsite
Why This Opportunity Stands Out
This is an opportunity to take ownership of the accounting and finance function within a well-established, growth-oriented product design & distribution company. As Accounting Manager/Controller, you’ll oversee day-to-day accounting operations while partnering directly with ownership to provide meaningful financial insights that drive business decisions. The position combines hands-on accounting with strategic financial leadership in a stable, team-oriented environment that values accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
This organization designs and distributes high-quality specialty and standard products used in industrial and commercial applications throughout North America. Their focus on innovation, reliability, and customer service has established them as a respected leader in their industry.
This role offers the chance to work directly with company leadership in a hands-on, entrepreneurial environment where your expertise and initiative will make a tangible impact.
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Salary: $80,000 to $105,000
Location: Bemidji, MN | Onsite
Why This Opportunity Stands Out
This is an opportunity to take ownership of the accounting and finance function within a well-established, growth-oriented product design & distribution company. As Accounting Manager/Controller, you’ll oversee day-to-day accounting operations while partnering directly with ownership to provide meaningful financial insights that drive business decisions. The position combines hands-on accounting with strategic financial leadership in a stable, team-oriented environment that values accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead all aspects of accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, payroll, and monthly close.
- Process weekly payroll and liability payments, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
- Oversee accounts payable, including weekly check review and signing.
- Manage bank account reconciliations and cash flow oversight.
- Provide accounts receivable oversight, ensuring timely collection and reporting.
- Complete weekly Mysis (MRP) period-end entries and maintain P&L and balance sheet accuracy.
- Prepare accurate and timely financial statements, reports, and variance analyses.
- Develop and document internal controls, policies, and accounting procedures.
- Coordinate budgeting and forecasting, analyze variances, and recommend improvements.
- Maintain cost accounting systems and collaborate with operations to evaluate profitability and performance.
- Oversee compliance with all payroll, tax, and government reporting requirements.
- Manage employee review tracking, health insurance enrollments, and billing reconciliations.
- Prepare quarterly commission calculations and assist with estimated tax payments and year-end tax preparation.
- Coordinate and support external financial audits.
- Provide financial modeling and forecasting to support strategic planning and business growth initiatives.
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
- CPA designation preferred.
- 5–8 years of progressive accounting/finance experience, including at least 3 years in a supervisory or management role.
- Experience in manufacturing, distribution, or light industrial environments preferred (not required).
- Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced setting.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and team-building skills.
This organization designs and distributes high-quality specialty and standard products used in industrial and commercial applications throughout North America. Their focus on innovation, reliability, and customer service has established them as a respected leader in their industry.
This role offers the chance to work directly with company leadership in a hands-on, entrepreneurial environment where your expertise and initiative will make a tangible impact.
#AccountingManager #Controller #FinanceJobsMN #BemidjiJobs #ManufacturingAccounting #LeadershipOpportunity #OnsiteRole
Salary : $80,000 - $105,000