Senior Accountant

Frontier Precision; Bismarck (ND); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Frontier Precision, Inc. seeks a Senior Accountant to join our corporate accounting team in Bismarck, ND. You will oversee daily AP/AR operations, perform bank reconciliations, analyze margins, and support month-end close with strong internal controls.

This role requires 3–5+ years of accounting experience, GAAP knowledge, and advanced Excel skills. You will mentor staff and provide financial insights to leadership to drive business decisions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 3-5+ years of accounting experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Experience with AP/AR operations and reconciliations.
• Experience with cost analysis and margin reviews is a plus.
• Leadership or mentoring experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of AP/AR team (3 employees).
• Provide guidance, training, and oversight to accounting staff.
• Oversee AR management: balances, aging, collections, payments, reconciliations.
• Perform bank reconciliations and investigate discrepancies.
• Calculate and verify sales commissions per company plans.
• Assist with month-end and year-end close processes.
• Conduct financial analysis to identify trends, risks, opportunities.
• Perform COGS analysis and review margins and costs.
• Prepare reports for leadership to aid decision-making.
• Support with internal controls, audits, and compliance.

Skills

Accounts Payable

Accounts Receivable

Financial analysis

GAAP knowledge

Excel proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Frontier Precision, Inc.Frontier Precision is a leading technology provider specializing in geospatial, surveying, mapping, engineering, construction, and related technology solutions. As a 100% employee-owned company, our employees have a direct stake in the success and long-term growth of the business.We are seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to join our corporate accounting team. This position will play an important role in our day-to-day accounting operations while also providing financial analysis and oversight of key accounting functions.

Why Frontier Precision?

Frontier Precision has been providing innovative technology solutions to customers for decades. Our continued growth has created opportunities for employees to develop their careers while working for an organization with a strong reputation in the industries we serve.As a 100% employee-owned company through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), eligible employees have the opportunity to build an ownership interest in Frontier Precision as the company grows.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee the daily operations of the Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable team, currently consisting of three employees
• Provide guidance, training, and support to accounting team members while ensuring work is completed accurately and on time
• Oversee Accounts Receivable management, including customer balances, aging, collections, payment application, and account reconciliation
• Complete and review bank reconciliations and investigate discrepancies
• Calculate and verify sales commissions in accordance with company commission plans
• Assist with month-end and year-end accounting processes
• Perform financial analysis to identify trends, variances, risks, and opportunities within the business
• Conduct cost of goods sold (COGS) analysis, including reviewing margins, costs, and related financial activity
• Prepare reports and provide financial information to company leadership to assist with business decision-making
• Manage and assist with state and government compliance requirements, filings, reporting, and related documentation
• Review accounting transactions and processes for accuracy and proper internal controls
• Assist with audits and requests from outside accountants, auditors, government agencies, and other third parties
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, reporting, efficiency, and internal controls
• Assist with additional accounting and financial projects as needed

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred
• Years of Experience: 3-5+ years preferred
• Strong understanding of general accounting principles and financial reporting
• Experience with Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable operations
• Experience performing bank and general ledger reconciliations
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to investigate discrepancies and understand the financial impact of business activity
• Experience with cost, margin, or COGS analysis strongly preferred
• Previous experience supervising, leading, or mentoring accounting staff preferred
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively with accounting staff and company leadership