Strategic Accounting Manager - Sioux Falls

Limestone Inc; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Life insurance

401(k) matching

Cell phone stipend

Generous PTO

Job summary

Limestone Bookkeeping in Sioux Falls is seeking a Strategic Manager (Accounting) to lead a growing team and elevate client experience. The role blends high-level financial strategy with hands-on leadership to deliver Limestone standards of excellence.

The ideal candidate brings 5+ years in bookkeeping or accounting, a Bachelor’s in Accounting or Business, and advanced QuickBooks and Excel skills to drive team performance and client outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Business required.
• 5+ years of bookkeeping or accounting experience required.
• Controller-level experience preferred.
• Proficiency in QuickBooks and Excel required.

Responsibilities

• Lead & Mentor: coach and develop accounting team.
• Strategic Advisory: present financial reports and cash-flow insights.
• Quality Assurance: manage deadlines and ensure accuracy.
• Market Development: represent Limestone in Sioux Falls and grow local brand.
• Operational Excellence: stay hands-on with systems and client work.

Skills

Accounting leadership

Mentorship

Strategic advisory

QuickBooks

Excel

Team coordination

Client focus

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Business

Tools

QuickBooks

Excel

Job description

We’re Growing! Join Our Sioux Falls Leadership Team

New Position: Strategic Manager (Accounting) | Sioux Falls, SD

Exciting news at Limestone Bookkeeping! As we continue to expand our footprint in the Sioux Falls community, we are officially opening a brand-new leadership role. We aren't just looking for a numbers expert; we’re looking for a strategic partner to help anchor our local office and elevate our client experience.

If you have 5+ years of accounting experience and a passion for mentorship, this is your chance to step into a role where you’ll shape both the team’s growth and our local brand presence.

The Role: Leading with Purpose

In this newly created position, you’ll serve as the bridge between high-level financial strategy and exceptional service delivery. You’ll use your senior-level expertise to guide a talented team, ensuring every deliverable meets the Limestone standard of excellence.

What You’ll Do:

• Lead & Mentor: Coach a dedicated team of accountants, fostering an environment of continuous learning and high-quality communication.

• Strategic Advisory: Go beyond the ledger. You’ll present financial reports, analyze cash flow, and provide the insights clients need to make big business decisions.

• Quality Assurance: Manage deadlines and perform final reviews on deliverables to ensure ‘Limestone-level’ accuracy.

• Market Development: Be the face of Limestone in Sioux Falls. You’ll develop local business relationships and help grow our brand within the community.

• Operational Excellence: Stay hands‑on with internal systems and client work to keep operations running smoothly.

What You Bring to the Table

We are looking for a self-driven professional who balances technical ’know-how’ with the ’people-person’ skills required to lead.

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Business.

• Experience: 5+ years of proven experience in bookkeeping or accounting.

• Controller-level experience preferred

• Tech Savvy: Advanced proficiency in QuickBooks and Excel.

• Leadership: A natural ability to organize, communicate, and inspire a team toward a common goal.

• Mindset: Detail-oriented, committed to client success, and eager to contribute to company-wide initiatives.

Why Limestone? (The Perks)

We believe in taking care of the people who take care of our clients. Our culture is built on a foundation of growth, accuracy, and true work‑life balance.

• Competitive Pay: $65K–$70K starting salary (DOE) + performance-based raises in Year 1.

• Health & Wellness: Health insurance coverage (up to $330/mo), AFLAC, and $50K in company‑paid life insurance.

• Future Planning: 401(k) matching to help you reach your long‑term goals.

• Lifestyle: Cell phone stipend and generous PTO with rollover options.

• The Vibe: A fun, supportive environment where your contributions are celebrated.