Accountant
Butler Machinery Company • Fargo, US • Full Time
Posted on Tue, Jul 7, 2026
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.
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