Lawton Standard

Senior Staff Accountant

St Paul, MN - Full Time

Northern Iron and Machine in Saint Paul MN is looking for a Senior Staff Accountant.

The Senior Staff Accountant will be responsible for overseeing the financial processes within multiple sites and communicating the financial performance of the assigned sites with Operations/Plant Management.  This role ensures accurate cost accounting, financial reporting, and compliance with internal controls.  It also supports financial decision-making by analyzing manufacturing costs, inventory valuation and general accounting functions. 


What is the job? 
  • Maintain the general ledgers, ensuring accuracy and compliance with GAAP
  • Facilitate and complete month-end, quarter-end and year close processes. 
  • Perform monthly bank reconciliations for assigned sites.
  • Prepare and collect data for external audits. 
  • Analyze manufacturing costs, variances and margins to improve costing. 
  • Monitor raw material, WIP, and finished goods inventory valuation.
  • Assist site management in the development of annual budgets and financial forecasts.
  • Support capital expenditure analysis and project cost tracking. 
  • Provide support and guidance on payroll tax and 401(k) compliance.
  • Ensure compliance with company policies, accounting standards and tax regulations.
  • Implement and maintain strong internal controls to safeguard company assets. 
  • Work cross functionally to optimize financial performance. 
  • Support ERP system enhancements related to accounting and finance and identify opportunities for improvement in all accounting reporting processes.

What do you bring to the job? 
  •  Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, finance or related field.
  • Minimum of Five years or more of accounting experience, preferably in manufacturing.
  •  Knowledge of Microsoft Suite with a high level of Excel experience.
  • CPA or CMA preferred.
What are the hours and pay? 
  • 1st shift: Monday – Friday. Typically 7:00 AM start time. 
  • $105-$115K depending on experience.
     
What’s in it for you? 
  • Competitive pay 
  • Holiday Pay
  • PTO and Vacation
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, 401K Options
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 
  • Short-Term Disability & Long-Term Disability
  • Cohesive work / family balance 
Why should you choose NIM? 
  • Free training to upgrade your skills, including a tuition reimbursement program 
  • Medical, dental, vision within the first 60 days (first of the month following 30 days) 
  • Company paid disability & life insurance 
  • 401k (with match) 
  • Direct deposit 
  • Fixed weekly schedule 
  • Uniforms paid for by company 
  • Boot reimbursement 
  • Prescription safety glass reimbursement 
  • Plenty of growth opportunities 
  • You’ll be part of a family culture where your contributions are noticed and recognized 
Apply: Senior Staff Accountant
* Required fields
First name*
Last name*
Email address*
Location
Phone number*
Resume*

Attach resume or Paste resume

Attach resume as .pdf, .doc, .docx, .odt, .txt, or .rtf (limit 5MB) or paste resume

Paste your resume here or attach resume file

Do you have a bachelors degree in Accounting, finance or related field?
Do you have a minimum of Five years or more of accounting experience, preferably in manufacturing?
Human Check*