Accountant I/II

Available Hybrid Locations (must be within 1 hour):
Underwood, ND 
Spiritwood, ND
Bismarck, ND
Job Summary:
Responsible for account analysis, tax and financial report preparation related to Harvestone Low Carbon Partners and affiliate companies. Provides financial information to management in conformity with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) as promulgated by FASB, SEC, and other regulatory standards.

Accountant I

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field; or equivalent combination of education and direct work experience; and
• Minimum of 1 year of experience

Major Responsibilities:

• Supports month-end financial reporting process by classifying, preparing, analysing, and posting accounting transactions and financial reports. Researches, reconciles, and reports discrepancies.
• Prepares financial and regulatory reports that are accurate, complete, and conform to reporting and procedural standards.
• Facilitates the completion of commodity settlements.
• Monitors and analyses account receivable balances, prepares management reports, and performs collection calls.
• Computes excise taxes, completes tax returns and other compliance documents.
• Facilitates the capture of business transactions, processes invoices, and verifies financial information necessary to pay the obligations of the organization.
• Assists with fixed assets system and associated depreciation schedules.
• Other duties as assigned.

Accountant II

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field; or equivalent combination of education and direct work experience; and
• Minimum of 3 years of experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with commodity trading/hedging.
• Experience with GAAP financial reporting.
• Accounting certifications.

Responsibilities:

• Supports the month-end financial reporting process by preparing relevant journal entries, reviewing transactions prepared by other team members, reconciling, and posting to the general ledger and subsidiary accounts. Maintains the company's financial records.
• Conducts monthly reconciliations of balance sheet and intercompany accounts.
• Assists in analyzing financial performance, including budget-to-actual comparisons, and prepares, analyzes, and reviews financial reports to ensure accuracy, completeness, and adherence to reporting standards.
• Calculates taxes, prepares tax returns, and completes other corporate compliance documentation.
• Reconciles and evaluates complex commodity accounts receivable transactions to ensure alignment with contracts and reporting standards.
• Manages and maintains the fixed asset system, including depreciation schedules, and recommends asset classification and useful life for assets in capital projects.
• Implements and maintains accounting controls by developing and recommending policies and procedures to safeguard sensitive and confidential company information.
• Provides guidance and training to other departments on company accounting standards and coding to ensure proper transaction accounting.
• Assists with internal and external audits and facilitates the flow of information to third parties.
• Conducts research and analysis on technical accounting topics for the company. Recommends accounting treatment and actions for current activities to ensure GAAP compliance. Stays updated on new GAAP guidance and suggests steps to implement necessary changes for compliance
• Reviews existing accounting transaction processes to identify opportunities for increased efficiency or enhanced risk controls.
• Coordinates the capture and documentation of R&D tax credit data, ensuring compliance with IRS guidelines.
• Adheres to and maintains company and departmental procedures and policies.
• Mentors other team members

Additional Information: 

• Monday – Friday 7-3:30pm.
• Additional hours required as needed.
• Hybrid schedule available (up to 2 days remote work).

Benefits Information:

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Company paid Life Insurance
• Company paid AD&D
• Short-term Disability Insurance
• Long-term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Employer Match
• 401(k) Non-elective Employer Contribution
• Employee Assistance Program
• Healthy Rewards Program
• Lifestyle Reimbursements
• Pet Insurance