Accounting Manager - Spherion

Spherion Staffing is interviewing Accounting candidates for an Accounting Manager role in Bismarck, ND. This position supports the company's accounting and financial reporting functions and initiatives; serves as a key technical resource on complex accounting requirements; leads efforts to assess communicate the impact of new accounting standards to management; advises the implementation of new accounting standards and updates to ensure the appropriate accounting treatment and policies are consistently applied in accordance with General Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).

Salary DOE

Responsibilities:
-Support the business in determining the appropriate accounting treatment of material and complex transactions
-Develop and update corporate accounting policies and procedures relating to a wide variety of accounting issues to ensure consistent application of accounting principles across the organization
-Prepare technical accounting memorandums documenting conclusions of complex accounting issues and transactions with reference to appropriate accounting literature
-Interact with external auditors and business management to ensure appropriate accounting conclusions are reached
-Monitor accounting standard development activity proactively and assess the impact of new developments in accounting standards on the company
-Lead and advise on the implementation and reporting of the new accounting standards
-Preparation and review of annual financial statements and footnotes to ensure compliance with relevant authoritative rules and regulations

Working hours: Various Shifts Available

Skills:
CPA, CMA or CFM certification preferred
Commodity based agricultural processing and market hedging dynamics preferred

Education:
Bachelors

Experience:
4-7 years

Qualifications:
-Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance; or equivalent combination of education and direct work experience
-Minimum of 5 years of progressive accounting and finance experience
-Proficiency in financial accounting, cash management, corporate finance and accounting tax rules and laws
-Understanding of US GAAP and related experience with technical accounting research and application
-Ability to manage competing deadlines and work in a fast-paced environment
-Ability to analyze, research, organize and interpret data
-Skills with Microsoft Office Suite
-Excellent written and verbal communication
-High level of integrity and ethical standards


To be considered, please apply online at www.spherion.com/apply or if you have questions you can reach out to John Funk at 701-298-8300

Spherion has helped thousands of people just like you find work happiness! Our experienced staff will listen carefully to your employment needs and then work diligently to match your skills and qualifications to the right job and company. Whether you're looking for temporary, temp-to-perm or direct hire opportunities, no one works harder for you than Spherion.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

At Spherion, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact Callcenter@spherion.com.

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Spherion offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, and an incentive and recognition program (all benefits are based on eligibility).