Accounting Director Jobs in North Dakota

Job Title: Project Controller Company: Unisys Location: Bismarck, ND Description: Key Responsibilities Project Controller assists the Project Control Team with respect to budget management and forecasting, monitoring EAC/ETC, subcontractor costs, labor & other direct costs and provides business management support to Project Managers. Project Controllers also ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP, SOX, and FAR when performing various financial and contract management functions. This includes implementation of financial management processes and reporting; trend and variance analysis; and establishing key performance indicators and engagement metrics. Responsibilities: 1. Implements Unisys policies and procedures to ensure proper contract set-up in system to properly classify contract by revenue recognition type. 2. Functions as a liaison with Program Manager providing rate and budget information, and utilization and chargeability metrics. 3. Works with Services Principals, Managers and various Business Unit personnel to provide expertise throughout the lifecycle of a services engagement, including review of RFP requirements and being a key participant in a development of a bid (solicited or unsolicited). 4. Participates in contract kick-off meetings, bid planning meetings, team meetings, off-sites, quarterly contract reviews, as required. 5. Facilitates internal and program control processes: implements requirements, responsibilities, Revenue Recognition requirements, and develops financial reporting package. 6. Assists in the accurate development of the EAC and ETC, balance sheet analysis, and invoice generation; understands and can explain variation with regard to monthly actuals. 7. Analyzes key metrics, supports monthly financial reviews, engages teams, and advises Project Management in decision making. 8. Prepares clear and concise monthly/quarterly risk memos to Accounting and external auditors. 9. Functions successfully with limited supervision. Technical & Behavioral Skills Basic Skill Requirements: - Bachelors Degree in Finance or Accounting - Demonstrated knowledge of US GAAP - Project accounting/management experience with a track record of increasing responsibilities preferred - Excellent analytical, organizational & multi-tasking skills. - Excellent oral and written communication skills. Preferred Skill Requirements: - Knowledge of FAR, CAS and DFARS and other applicable government regulations along with government contract experience - Desired 1 year minimum experience with CostPoint. - Excellent Excel skills including pivot tables

Job Title: Controller Company: Confidential Location: Bismarck, ND Description: CONTROLLER Local retail company seeking highly motivated and talented individual to fill the controller position. Applicant must have a Bachelors degree in Accounting and a CPA certificate is preferred. Prior accounting /retail experience beneficial. Competitive wage based on experience. Position is full- time with benefits. Send resume to: BB 928 in c/o Bismarck Tribune PO Box 5516 Bismarck, ND 58506 Deadline is 9/7/10