External Financial Reporting Manager

Fastenal; Winona (MN); On-site; USD 72,000 - 108,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with employer contribution

Paid vacation and holidays

Bonus potential

Job summary

Fastenal in Winona, MN is seeking an External Financial Reporting Manager to lead a fast-paced team focused on external financial reporting and technical accounting matters.

You will own the accuracy and timeliness of external reporting, oversee SEC filings, and collaborate with stakeholders to support the reporting calendar and disclosures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or related field.
• 3+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Experience preparing and reviewing financial statements and footnote disclosures.
• Technical accounting experience including researching complex matters.
• Experience drafting accounting policies and evaluating new standards.
• Working knowledge of US GAAP and ICFR.
• Experience coaching accounting professionals and leading a team.
• Ability to manage multiple deliverables under tight deadlines.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Office Suite.
• Demonstrated organization, planning and attention to detail.
• Commitment to Fastenal core values.

Responsibilities

• Direct daily activities of the External Reporting team.
• Oversee preparation and review of external financial statements and disclosures.
• Oversee SEC reporting and filings (10-Q, 10-K, 8-K, DEF 14A).
• Manage XBRL tagging, taxonomy reviews and EDGAR submissions.
• Coordinate quarterly timelines, disclosures and Investor Relations updates.
• Research and document complex technical accounting matters.
• Oversee ICFR and internal controls over financial reporting.
• Coordinate with external auditors on reviews and the annual audit.
• Partner with Investor Relations on earnings releases and materials.
• Identify opportunities to improve reporting systems and processes.
• Coach and develop team members and lead special projects.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong communication

Leadership

Problem solving

Self-directed

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance

CPA preferred

Tools

Excel

EDGAR filings experience

XBRL tagging experience

Job description

Company Description

Fastenal is a supply chain partner focused on helping organizations strengthen their operations through truly local service, the world’s largest industrial vending program, and robust inventory management solutions. The company serves businesses that want to streamline processes, reduce downtime, and improve cost efficiency. Fastenal works closely with customers to provide tailored solutions that save time and money across diverse industries. In a world of frequent disruptions, Fastenal emphasizes reliability, responsiveness, and long-term partnerships. Team members contribute directly to delivering consistent, high-quality service that supports customers’ critical supply chain needs.

Role Description

The External Financial Reporting Manager is a full-time, on-site role based in Winona, MN.

OVERVIEW: Working as Full-Time External Financial Reporting Manager, you will lead a fast-paced team focused on external financial reporting, researching technical accounting requirements and analytical review of financial information. In this role, you will own the accuracy and timeliness of our external financial reporting, advise on complex technical accounting matters and partner with internal stakeholders to support the Company's reporting calendar and deliverables.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Directing the daily activities of the External Reporting team
• Overseeing the preparation and review of external financial statements, footnote disclosures and MD&A, ensuring compliance with U.S. GAAP and applicable SEC reporting requirements
• Overseeing SEC reporting and filings, including Forms 10-Q, 10-K and 8-K, proxy statements (DEF 14A), news releases and related supporting documentation
• Overseeing XBRL tagging, taxonomy review and EDGAR submissions
• Managing quarterly reporting timelines, governance disclosures and Investor Relations website updates, coordinating with senior leadership, board members, SEC counsel, external auditors and other service providers
• Researching and documenting complex technical accounting matters, drafting accounting policies and evaluating the impact of new accounting standards, which may include system design and development
• Overseeing internal controls over financial reporting (ICFR), supporting a strong financial reporting control environment
• Coordinating with external auditors on quarterly reviews and the annual audit, including technical accounting and disclosure matters
• Partnering with Investor Relations on earnings releases and investor materials
• Identifying opportunities to improve systems, processes and procedures across the reporting functions
• Coaching and developing team members, building capability within the function and preparing team members for future opportunities
• Leading special projects and other financial reporting initiatives as needed

REQUIRED POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

• Possess a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or a related field
• Possess 3 or more years of progressive accounting experience
• Experience preparing and/or reviewing financial statements and footnote disclosures
• Technical accounting experience, including researching and documenting complex accounting matters
• Experience drafting accounting policies and evaluating new accounting standards
• Working knowledge of US GAAP and internal controls over financial reporting
• Prior experience coaching and developing accounting professionals
• Prior experience leading a team and managing multiple deliverables against firm deadlines
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Proficient using Microsoft Office Suite, with an emphasis on Excel
• Highly motivated and self-directed, with strong problem solving, deductive reasoning and decision-making skills
• Demonstrate strong organization, planning, prioritization skills, with attention to detail and a sense of urgency while managing multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrate our core values of ambition, innovation, integrity and teamwork
• Pass the required drug screen (applicable in the U.S., Puerto Rico, and Guam ONLY)

PREFERRED POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

• Knowledge of SEC reporting requirements
• Experience preparing, reviewing or supporting 10-K, 10-Q and 8-K filings
• Experience preparing or reviewing MD&A
• Public-company external reporting experience
• Public accounting and/or external audit experience
• CPA designation
• Formal people-management experience
• External audit coordination, including managing timelines and technical matters with auditors
• Investor Relations experience, including earnings releases and investor materials
• XBRL, taxonomy and EDGAR experience
• Internal-control documentation and testing

ABOUT US

Since 1967 Fastenal has grown as a distributor of industrial and construction supplies from a single branch to a Fortune 500 company with over 3,000 servicing locations, each providing tailored local inventory and personal service for our customers. As we've expanded across the world, we've retained a core belief in people and their ability to accomplish remarkable things - if given the opportunity. From this philosophy stems an entrepreneurial culture that challenges every employee to run their own business, create their own success, and advance to become company leaders.

As a growth company with a solid financial position, we are committed to training, promoting from within, and creating opportunities for our employees. If you have an entrepreneurial spirit and are looking to make your mark as part of an elite growth company, you won't find a better fit than Fastenal.

FULL-TIME BENEFITS

Fastenal offers a competitive benefits package to all full-time employees. This package includes Health, Life, Long Term Disability, and Dental Insurance, in addition to, paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, and 401(k) with an employer contribution.

COMPENSATION

The base pay range for this position is $72,000 - 108,000. In addition to base pay, this position is also eligible for a bonus and/or commission.

Please respond by 11-10-2026.

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