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Accountant

empirical foods, inc.
Dakota, SD Full Time
POSTED ON 11/8/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/27/2026

Overview

We're seeking a detail-oriented Accountant to join our finance team. In this role, you'll be a trusted financial advisor who ensures accuracy, compliance, and continuous improvement in our accounting operations. You'll work independently while collaborating with leadership to maintain financial integrity and drive process improvements.

Responsibilities

Financial Analysis & Reporting

  • Prepare, balance, and analyze financial reports, general ledgers, and accounting transactions.  
  • Conduct month-end closing activities including journal entry reviews and cost analysis.
  • Identify financial irregularities and present data-driven recommendations to management.
  • Prepare year-end and audit schedules with precision and timeliness.

Compliance & Quality Assurance

  • Ensure all financial statements and documents conform to GAAP standards.
  • Identify areas of non-conformance, research root causes, and implement solutions.
  • Support ongoing development and maintenance of internal controls.
  • Manage document retention and record-keeping in compliance with government regulations.

Accounts Management

  • Process inter-company invoicing for various fees and services.
  • Code and verify insurance, loans, property tax, and vendor invoices.

Process Improvement

  • Participate in developing and refining internal procedures and processes.
  • Research and resolve complex accounting issues independently.
  • Contribute to system enhancements and efficiency initiatives.

Additional

  • Ability to perform all essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
  • Must have regular and punctual attendance.
  • Perform all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Skills and Abilities

  • Strong understanding of accounting practices, principles, and GAAP.
  • Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel skills with use of formulas, pivot tables, and VLOOKUP.
  • Experience with General Ledger or ERP systems.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

Demonstrated Competencies

  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
  • Analytical problem-solving abilities.
  • Self-directed with excellent prioritization skills.
  • Ability to Maintain schedules and meet critical deadlines.
  • Effective verbal and written communication across all organizational levels.
  • Professional handling of confidential information with discretion.
  • Collaborative team player who can also work independently.

Physical Requirements

  • Office setting.

Experience:  2 years previous experience in an accounting-related position.Education:  Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field. Well-rounded, practical experience may be substituted in lieu of formal education.Department:  Accounting/Finance.

 

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