Financial Analyst - GAAP, SOX & Budgeting

WBI Energy, Inc; Bismarck (ND); On-site; USD 63,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

MDU Resources Group, Inc. seeks a Financial Analyst to support accounting, finance and analysis across its divisions. The role involves preparing financial reports, data analysis and assisting in budgeting and forecasting processes.

Multiple levels (I–IV) offer structured growth, with emphasis on compliance, system enhancements, and collaboration with management to ensure accurate financial reporting and strategic objectives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field.
• Two years of related accounting/finance experience.
• Four years' related accounting experience, with at least two years in financial analysis.
• Six years' experience in financial analysis.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements and reports.
• Analyze and process monthly, quarterly and annual financial data.
• Assist in development, maintenance and upgrading of accounting systems and data.
• Develop and enhance reports and spreadsheets for data gathering.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, SOX and regulatory reporting.
• Coordinate and update accounting manuals.
• Perform special projects as assigned.
• Provide guidance on compliance with reporting requirements.
• Recommend enhancements to accounting systems and processes.
• Coordinate activities between Accounting and other departments.
• Lead and train team in accounting procedures.
• Maintain documentation of accounting information.
• Establish and maintain accounting control systems.
• Liaise with external auditors for accurate data.
• Research accounting issues and propose solutions.
• Direct projects in Financial Accounting department.

Skills

Accounting fundamentals

Financial analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

JD Edwards

Job description

MDU Resources Group, Inc. seeks a Financial Analyst to support accounting, finance and analysis across its divisions. The role involves preparing financial reports, data analysis and assisting in budgeting and forecasting processes.

Multiple levels (I–IV) offer structured growth, with emphasis on compliance, system enhancements, and collaboration with management to ensure accurate financial reporting and strategic objectives.