Controller

Stern Oil Company, Inc.; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Stern Oil Company, Inc. seeks an executive leader to oversee accounting, finance, and HR, driving budgeting, forecasting, and financial controls. The role emphasizes strong collaboration with management and external auditors while ensuring integrity of reporting and compliance.

Ideal candidate has 7+ years in accounting, a BA in accounting or related field, and proficiency in NetSuite and MS Office. Leadership and strategic thinking are essential to guide staffing and organizational development.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field; advanced degree preferred.
• Strong GAAP knowledge and financial reporting experience.
• Excellent communication and cross‑functional collaboration.
• Experience with internal controls and audits.

Responsibilities

• Plan, direct, and coordinate accounting operations.
• Develop budgets and forecasts; report variances.
• Perform cash flow forecasting and liquidity monitoring.
• Oversee financial reporting systems for GAAP compliance.
• Establish internal controls to safeguard assets.
• Coordinate with external auditors for annual audits.
• Support HR functions: talent acquisition and employee relations.

Skills

NetSuite

MS Office

Communication

Strategic thinking

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Business

Tools

NetSuite

MS Office

Job description

Provide executive leadership and oversight of all accounting and finance functions, including dailyoperations, financial reporting, budgeting and forecasting, cash management, internal controls, and audit processes. Direct and lead the full spectrum of human resources activities, including talent acquisition, performance management, compensation and wage administration, employee relations and disciplinary actions, and organizational learning and development initiatives.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plan, direct, and coordinate all accounting operations and functions to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
• Develop budgets and forecasts and analyze/report significant variances to management.
• Perform cash flow forecasting and monitor liquidity across operations.
• Oversee all accounts, ledgers, and financial reporting systems to ensure compliance with GAAP standards.
• Establish and maintain financial and operational performance benchmarks and reporting standards on a bi-weekly, monthly, and annual basis.
• Develop and enforce internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure financial integrity.
• Review contracts for financial compliance and risk considerations.
• Coordinate with external auditors and provide required documentation for annual audits.
• Manage insurance renewals and audit processes.
• Oversee cash sources and uses across all business entities.
• Maintain and optimize accounting systems, ensuring full utilization of software capabilities and updates.
• Collaborate with department managers to support staffing and hiring needs.
• Develop and implement HR practices, policies, and strategic workforce initiatives.
• Maintain company policies and ensure completion of required training programs.
• Identify, develop, and support growth plans for key and high-potential employees.
• Support the President with new business initiatives as needed.
• Provide recommendations and insights to business stakeholders to support informed decisionmaking.
• Maintain and foster positive, professional relationships with clients, vendors, suppliers, and other associated personnel.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support business needs

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum of seven years of progressive experience in accounting.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field required; advanced degree or professional certification preferred.
• Advanced proficiency and experience in NetSuite preferred.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Word.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively engage at all levels of the organization.
• Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment, strategic thinking, and initiative, grounded in a thorough understanding of organizational and accounting practices and procedures

PHYSICAL & MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

• Primarily sedentary work with frequent sitting and occasional standing and walking.
• Occasional use of hands and arms for reaching, lifting, or handling materials.
• Frequent verbal communication and auditory interaction.
• Occasional bending, twisting, or climbing as part of job duties.
• Occasionally required to lift and/or move items weighing up to 25 lbs.
• Requires sustained concentration and mental focus, including periods of extended attention with limited interruptions.
• Requires standard memory retention consistent with job-related information and tasks.
• Involves moderate decision-making complexity with routine judgment required.
• Requires ability to perform under normal time pressures associated with operational decisionmaking.
• Work environment includes moderate noise levels and frequent interruptions.

Over the past forty years Stern has sworn to provide exceptional customer service, premium products and family values to enhance customer experiences. Putting the customer first is a priority for Stern. Developing a trusting partnership is key for Stern to support customer’s profitability, sustainability, and viability.