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Sr. Accountant

Northern Pipe Products
Fargo, ND Full Time
POSTED ON 5/19/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/19/2026

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead full-cycle accounting tasks, including general ledger maintenance, accruals, and complex adjusting entries
  • Own and execute the month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting
  • Prepare, review, and approve journal entries in the ERP system
  • Reconcile balance sheet accounts and proactively resolve discrepancies
  • Oversee inventory accounting, including valuation, standard cost updates, and variance analysis
  • Lead inventory cycle counts and ensure inventory integrity
  • Partner with plant leadership to evaluate cost drivers and improve operational performance
  • Assist with annual budgeting, quarterly forecasting, and variance analysis
  • Support internal and external audits by preparing documentation and responding to inquiries
  • Ensure compliance with GAAP, SOX, and our internal key control activities and policies
  • Drive continuous process improvements and support automation initiatives

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
  • 4 years of progressive accounting experience within manufacturing, or industrial environments
  • Strong understanding of GAAP, SOX compliance and accounting principles
  • Experience with inventory accounting and standard costing
  • Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, XLOOKUP, formulas)
  • Self-directed problem solver who asks insightful questions to get to root causes
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
  • Demonstrated ability to work in team environments and communicate effectively to non-finance personnel

Preferred Qualifications

  • CPA or progress toward certification
  • Prior experience in a multi-entity manufacturing environment
  • Prior ownership of close processes and full-cycle accounting
  • Experience with standard cost systems, cycle counting, and inventory controls
  • Familiarity with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central

Compensation and Benefits

  • Competitive salary based on experience
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) plan with company match
  • Paid time off (PTO) and holidays

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