Hiring: Senior Accountant I Company: Elinor Coatings Location: Fargo, ND Job Posted Time: 2026-09-02 18:07:53 Employment Type: Contract Target Skills & Keywords : Compliance, R, TestNG About the job Experience: •5+ years of progressive accounting experience. Required Skills: •Regulatory & Standards Compliance •Ensure adherence to GAAP and federal accounting standards, including FAR, DCAA, DCMA, and IRS requirements. •Comply with all federal, state, and local protocols, including interpretation of new and existing legislation. •Financial Operations •Maintain and update the company’s Qualified Vendor List (QVL) in accordance with AS9100 requirements. •Conduct periodic vendor evaluations to verify ongoing compliance with quality and regulatory standards. •Ensure all supplier documentation is accurate, complete, and current for audit readiness. •Collaborate with procurement and quality teams to review vendor performance and address any nonconformities. •Internal Controls & Policy Development •Create, implement, and strengthen internal financial controls. •Develop, implement, and maintain financial and accounting policies and procedures. •Create and maintain an SOP manual for accounting policies, regulations, and reconciliation procedures. •Streamline accounting workflows and recommend process or system improvements to support organizational scaling. •Collaborate with accounting advisors and consultants as needed. •Project & Contract Accounting Qualifications: •Required Qualifications •Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field. •5+ years of progressive accounting experience. •Strong knowledge of GAAP and experience with project accounting. •Proficiency with accounting systems (QuickBooks, NetSuite, Sage, or similar) and Excel analysis tools. •Ability to work with multiple projects and stakeholders. •Experience with government contracting and audits. •Ability to manage competing priorities in a dynamic R&D focused environment. •Strong communication skills and comfort collaborating with scientists, chemists, and leadership. •High attention to detail, strong analytical abilities, and proactive problem solving skills. •Ability to work independently as well as in a managerial or leadership capacity. •Preferred Qualifications Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!