We are seeking a detail-oriented Accountant to analyze financial information, prepare reports, and ensure accuracy in financial processes. This role will play a key part in supporting month-end close, maintaining financial integrity, and collaborating cross-functionally to improve accounting operations.
Work Location: Candidate must be located, and work from our corporate office in Fargo, ND
Core Responsibilities
- Reconcile balance sheet accounts and investigate discrepancies to ensure accurate financial reporting
- Prepare and analyze month-end financial statements, including accruals and expense reviews
- Research and resolve variances, posting errors, and unusual trends in financial data
- Support audit preparation and year-end workpapers
- Collaborate with departments to provide accounting guidance on transactions, projects, and system updates
- Assist with daily accounting tasks such as journal entries, check runs, and vendor settlements
- Contribute to process improvements, system implementations, and testing efforts
- Participate in special projects (e.g., fixed assets, sales tax, incentive programs)
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (or related field)
- 2–4 years of accounting experience
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
- Intermediate Excel skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office
- Attention to detail with strong accuracy in financial work
- Ability to identify issues, research solutions, and recommend improvements
- Effective communication and collaboration with cross-functional teams
- Strong time management and ability to meet deadlines
As a family business for three generations, we currently employ over 900 associates in 20 locations throughout North Dakota, South Dakota, Montana, and Nebraska. We are looking for self-motivated, forward-thinking individuals to join us in our continued success. If you desire to start your career with our team, here are some things we offer within our full benefits package:
- 10% Annual Retirement Employer Contribution, with an Additional 5% Discretionary Employer Contribution
- Health Insurance – 3 plan options
- Health Savings Account – Employer contribution up to $1,300/year
- Dependent Care Flex Spending Account
- Dental Insurance – 2 plan options
- Vision Insurance
- Basic Life/AD&D and Supplemental Life Insurance
- Employer-paid Short-Term Disability Coverage – 60% of base pay/salary
- Long-Term Disability Coverage
- Maternity / Paternity Benefits
- Holidays
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(K) Plan
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – including Health Coaching
- SmartDollar – employer-paid financial planning program
- Legal Shield/ID Shield products
- Voluntary Benefit options - Cancer Insurance/Accident/Hospitalization
EOE/Vet/Disability
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field
- 2-4 years of accounting experience
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
- Intermediate Excel skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office
- Attention to detail and strong accuracy in financial work
- Ability to identify issues, research solutions, and recommend improvements
- Effective communication and collaboration with cross-functional teams
- Strong time management and ability to meet deadlines
What We Do
Since 1955, Butler Machinery Company has been committed to offering the best in construction and agriculture equipment solutions and dealer support. We strive to keep our customers running with help from our 20 locations in North Dakota, South Dakota, Nebraska and Montana. We promise to provide the best in sales, rental, parts and service, from your initial purchase and years to follow. Our goal is to give you the peace of mind that comes from knowing that you have a dealer who is going to help you increase profitability by creating the best solution for your problem. With our rapid parts availability, the industry’s largest fleet of field service trucks, and our highly skilled service technicians, we know we have what it takes to keep you up and running. Providing the best in customer support has always been a top priority, and is what sets us apart from the competition. Our mission is to build long-term relationships, founded on trust, creating mutual growth and success. At Butler, we believe our team is our greatest asset. We believe in working together and treating each other with dignity and respect. We are customer driven. We strive to exceed our customers’ expectations, but never at the cost of our values. We believe that integrity is paramount. Our word is the cornerstone of our business and we will earn the trust of those we serve. We believe in accountability. We understand the impact of our decisions and accept responsibility for our words and our actions. We believe in excellence through innovation, life-long learning and professional development. We believe in uncompromised safety. We are collectively responsible for the safety of one another in all workplace situations.
