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　　This position will be located in: Fargo , ND

　　Job Summary

　　Supports the day-to-day operations of the accounting area by preparing andreviewing journal entries, maintaining the accuracy of the general ledgeraccounts, creating standard accounting reports and supporting management. Isa key player in the month-end close process and annual financial statementaudits. Researches and interprets accounting policies and regulations andmaintains and identifies potential improvements to internal controls.

　　Responsibilities

　　Essential FunctionsReconciles and maintains the general ledger accounts.Prepares, processes and reviews journal entries by compiling and analyzingaccount information.Compiles balance sheet, profit and loss statement, statement of cash flowsand other reports monthly, quarterly, and annually for BSE management.Assists with the accurate and timely completion of the month-end closeprocess.Assists branch/regional/department/executive managers with questionsregarding financial statements and reporting.Coordinates the initiation of wire transfers.Reviews and analyzes margins, payroll, rebates, accruals and true-ups.Coordinates the financial statement consolidation and conversion to SAP fornewly acquired companies.Researches and interprets accounting policies and regulations and advisesmanagement to ensure compliance with GAAP.Maintains and identifies potential improvements to BSE's internal controls.Non-essential FunctionsAssists with financial audits.Assists Financial, Planning & Analysis team with compiling information forthe annual budget.Collaborates with Process Improvement Accountant with identifying andimplementing process improvements.Leads or assists with special projects as assigned.

　　Qualifications

　　Minimum of a four-year accounting, finance or business administration degreewith three to six years of progressive accounting or related experience.A Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or similar designation is preferred.Ability to read, write and speak in English is required.Prefer strong working knowledge of Windows, Microsoft Office (Excel,Word, Access and PowerPoint), Internet, Email and SAP software.

　　Skills and Abilities

　　Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication, reading, andcustomer service skills are preferred with the ability to effectively plan andorganize.Excellent customer service skills include being competent, accurate,responsive and engaged.

　　Physical Requirements

　　Frequency at which you would carry/lift in a typical day:Occasionally 0 - 33% Frequently34 - 66% Continuously: 67 - 100%Lift from Waist:< than 10 lbs. - Not at all10 to 25 lbs. - Not at all26 to 50 lbs. - Not at all51 to 75 lbs. - Not at all75 to 100 lbs. - Not at all100+ lbs. - Not at allLift from Floor:< than 10 lbs. - Frequently10 to 25 lbs. - Frequently26 to 50 lbs. - Occasionally51 to 75 lbs. - Not at all75 to 100 lbs. - Not at all100+ lbs. - Not at allCarried for Distance:< than 10 lbs. - Not at all10 to 25 lbs. - Not at all26 to 50 lbs. - Not at all51 to 75 lbs. - Not at all75 to 100 lbs. - Not at all100+ lbs. - Not at all

　　Physical Activity

　　Frequency at which you would do the following in a typical day:Sitting (a continuous period of being seated) - ContinuouslyStanding (for sustained periods of time) - FrequentlyWalking (moving about on foot to accomplish tasks) - FrequentlyBending/stooping (downward and forward) - OccasionallyCrawling (moving about on hands and knees or hands and feet) - Not at allClimbing/Walking Stairs (ascending or descending) - FrequentlyReaching (extending arms in any direction) - FrequentlyCrouching/squatting (bending the body downward and forward by bending legand spine) - OccasionallyKneeling (bending legs at knee to come to rest on knee(s)) - OccasionallyBalancing (maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling) - Occasionally