Accounting Manager

The Coteau Properties Company; Beulah (ND); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

The Coteau Properties Company is seeking an experienced accounting leader to ensure GAAP-compliant financial statements and robust audit workpapers. You will supervise staff, communicate financial positions to management, and drive cash forecasts, budgets, and financing plans.

Ideal candidates hold a bachelor's in accounting or finance with 6+ years' progressive experience; CPA or CMA is preferred. This on-site role emphasizes accuracy, training, and adherence to MSHA and environmental standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance is required.
• Minimum of 6 years progressive accounting/finance experience.
• CPA or CMA certification is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and audits required.

Responsibilities

• Fairly state financial statements with GAAP compliance.
• Lead internal and external audits and preparation of workpapers.
• Stay current with GAAP pronouncements and regulatory changes.
• Supervise, train, and develop accounting personnel.
• Provide cash forecasts, budgets, and financing projections.
• Prepare and analyze mine closing financial entries and forecasts.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Audit procedures

Supervisory experience

Financial forecasting

Communications skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance

6+ years progressive accounting/finance experience

CPA or CMA preferred

Tools

Excel

Outlook

Word

MS Office Suite

Job description

CURRENT EMPLOYEES - Please apply using "Jobs Hub" in Workday. This career site is for external applicants only.

Employee Type: RegularThis position is responsible for ensuring all financial statement accurately present the financial position of the company to management and customers. Related journal entries, audit workpapers, payments, cash forecasts and budgets will be prepared consistently following generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) at all times. This position includes decisions and/or recommendations regarding personnel actions and employee development.

Job Description:

Essential Duties:

• Fairly state financial statements with no deviations from GAAP
• Responsible for all audits, including but not limited to Internal, external, federal and state
• Remain current with GAAP pronouncements
• Supervise, lead, train, and develop personnel
• Communicate with internal and external customers and process requested information
• Responsible for long- and short-term cash and financing projections, and related budgets
• Responsible for calculating mine closing financial entries and forecasts
• Perform job duties in accordance with MSHA law and regulations, established company safety procedures and state and federal environmental regulations

Other Duties & Responsibilities:

• Ability to work under stringent deadlines and multi-task
• Ability to prioritize multiple requests and projects
• Detail-oriented and highly accurate
• Develop and conduct training
• Perform other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ethical, trustworthy, and able to handle confidential information
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal skills, including the ability to effectively communicate financial positions to non-accountant management
• Accurate, detail oriented and dependable
• Strong knowledge of current GAAP requirements
• Strong knowledge and experience with audit procedures
• Self-motivated with good time-management and organizational skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite products - especially Excel, Outlook, and Word
• Experience with successfully directing and supervising others

Education and Training:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance is required
• Minimum of 6 years of progressive experience in accounting, finance, or financial planning is required
• Previous supervisory experience leading accounting or financial teams is preferred
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Management Accountant (CMA) is preferred

ANALYSIS OF PHYSICAL DEMANDS FOR POSITION:

• Intermittent: None
• Occasionally (0-1/3 of workday): Walking; standing; lift and/or carry 40 lbs. (office items); push and/or pull 40 lbs. (office items); climbing; stooping, kneeling, and crouching; reaching; depth perception
• Frequently (1/3-2/3 of workday): Hand coordination; sitting; speaking
• Continually (2/3-3/3 of workday): Seeing and hearing

NOTE: This position requires ability to work primarily indoors. Employees must be able to safely operate company vehicles/equipment as required. Employees must be able to work while wearing required personal protective equipment (PPE), including but not limited to safety footwear, safety glasses, hard hat, and ear protection, while in active work areas.

Application Dates:

September 2 -20, 2026

EEO Statement:

We are an equal opportunity employer and we do not discriminate. You must meet at least the specific minimum requirements listed above to be considered a qualified applicant.