Job Description
Dakota Mill & Grain, Inc. is a family-owned South Dakota Agribusiness headquartered in Rapid City, South Dakota. We are currently seeking a General Ledger Accounting Specialist, who is responsible for the maintenance of general ledger accounts, detailed tracking of Company assets, compliance reporting and organizing books & records in conformity with generally accepted accounting principles.
This position reports directly to the Chief Financial Officer, with a schedule of Monday - Friday, 7 AM - 5 PM. The duties of this position must be performed in person. There are no remote or hybrid work arrangements offered for this role.
Duties and Responsibilities Include:
- Maintain fixed asset records, including additions, disposals, transfers, insurance coverage and licensure.
- Monitor due dates of various regulatory compliance reports, license renewals and returns. Prepare returns and/or coordinate with others to ensure reporting is filed timely and accurately.
- Develop and enforce record retention policies pertaining to accounting and operational books and records.
- Assist in the preparation of the monthly financial statements using Mark-to-Market Accounting and Generally Accepted Accounting Principals
- Maintain several related entities in QuickBooks by processing payables, posting journal entries, and preparing monthly financial statements.
- Participate in a variety of special accounting projects involving research, analysis, and reporting to the Chief Financial Officer
- Create and maintain accurate process documentation for accounting procedures.
- Aid in the development of training materials and templates for new system users
A Successful Candidate will possess the following:
- Bachelor’s degree in business administration, accounting, or finance.
- Five or more years of accounting experience, with experience in Mark-to-Market accounting preferred
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Demonstrated proficiency with all Microsoft Office Suite products, with an emphasis on Excel.
- Proficiency with other accounting packages/ERP systems, including QuickBooks.
- Working knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and sound research skills
- Strong work ethic, with ability to multi-task and effectively prioritize workload.
- IT experience a definite plus, to aid in the maintenance and upgrades of Company hardware and software packages.
Benefits of this Position Include:
- Competitive pay
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- Flexible spending programs for healthcare and dependent care
- Aflac supplemental insurance products
- SIMPLE IRA Retirement plan with company match
- College Savings Program
- Generous Paid time off and holidays
EOE, including disability/veterans
Disclaimer: This document describes the position currently available. It is not an employment contract. Our company reserves the right to modify job duties or job descriptions at any time.