Business Manager I - III (commensurate with experience & qualifications)

North American Coal

Underwood, North Dakota

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Accounting, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Analysis Skills, Budget Management, Budgeting, Business Administration, Business Plan, Calendar Management, Capital Equipment, Coal Mining, Communication Skills, Contract Management, Corporate Policies, Corporate Tax, Cost Reporting, Customer Relations, Customer Support/Service, Data Collection, Detail Oriented, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Economic Analysis, Employee Relations, Equipment Replacement, Finance, Financial Analysis, Financial Planning, Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A), Financial Reporting, Financial Risk, Financial Transactions, Forecasting, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Identify Issues, Interpersonal Skills, Inventory Management, J D Edwards, Leadership, Lift/Move 35 Pounds, Maintain Compliance, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Mine Development, Mine Operations, Mine Planning, Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA), Mining Industry, Multitasking, Oracle, Organizational Skills, Peoplesoft, Physical Demands, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Process Management, Purchasing/Procurement, Regulations, Risk Management, Sales, Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX), Surface Mining, Systems Maintenance, Tax Accounting, Team Player, Technical Accounting, Time Management, Treasury, Warehousing
LOCATION
Underwood, North Dakota
POSTED
10 days ago

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Employee Type: Regular

The business manager is responsible for all aspects of accounting, costing, payroll, timekeeping, accounts payable and receivable, financial reporting, financial analysis, budgeting, procurement, contract administration and warehouse operations at the Falkirk Mine. This position is also responsible for the accurate and complete accumulation and compilation of financial data and reports in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and the requirements of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act. In addition, the business manager must have extensive knowledge of the Coal Sales Agreement and experience fostering strong relationships with customers and corporate personnel. This role leads a staff of direct reports and works in close collaboration with the mine president and all departments of the Falkirk Mining Company.

Job Description:
 

Key Responsibilities:

  • Ensure accurate and timely recording of financial transactions in compliance with GAAP, SOX and the Coal Sales Agreement
  • Have comprehensive knowledge of the Coal Sales Agreement to ensure all business-relatedpracticesareincomplianceandcustomerbillings and accounting arecorrect,per the terms of the agreement
  • Oversee accounting, procurement, warehouse and inventory management functions
  • Supervise accounting, warehouse and procurement personnel
  • Recruit, train,developandevaluatedepartmentstaff
  • Foster a collaborative, high-performance team environment
  • Lead development, review, and execution of annual operating budgets and financial forecasts
  • Analyzefinancial performance
  • Maintain a strong relationship with the customer and serve as primary liaison on financial, costing and accounting matters
  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with mine personnel and corporate accounting, tax, audit, payroll and treasury staff
  • Engage and involve customer and corporate accounting/tax in determining the GAAP treatment for unusual or complex transactions and accounting entries
  • Support development of mine plans, tonnage schedules, capital planning and equipment replacement strategies in coordination with engineering and maintenancedepartments
  • Evaluate and improve budgeting, forecasting and financial processes
  • Ensure compliance with vendor agreements and good procurement practices and minimize financial risk exposure
  • Oversee internalandexternalfinancial andoperationalaudits, timely keeping the customer and corporate accounting updated throughout the audit process
  • Maintain a system of controls over accounting transactions and systems consistent with company policies, including approvals in accordance with the Limits of Authority
  • Prepare timely and complete periodic financial information and management cost reports
  • Lead and prepare materials for customer meetings, board presentations and annual reviews
  • Provide support for ERP/EAM systems (e.g., JD Edwards), including troubleshooting andprocessimprovement
  • Support ad hoc projects and initiatives as assigned
  • Perform all duties in accordance with MSHA regulations, company policies, procedures and applicable requirements

Qualifications/Skills&Competencies:

  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or business administration
  • Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in accounting, finance or financial planning and analysis
  • Experience and collaboration in dealing with GAAP accounting determinations and technical accounting proficiency
  • Strong instincts to pull in corporate support or other technical experts in making technical accounting determinations for complex or unusual transactions
  • Experience leading business or accounting teams and managing annual planning processes
  • Strong background in economic evaluation, budgets, business planning, financial modelingandreportingtoseniorleadership
  • Demonstrated integrity and sound professional judgment
  • Strong leadership presence with the ability to influence and build credibility within the departments and across the organization
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint
  • Abilitytointerpretandcommunicatecomplexfinancialinformationtodiverse audiences
  • Proven ability to work with internal and external customers providing exemplary customer service and responsiveness
  • Effective written, interpersonal and verbal communication skills
  • Strong work ethic with a commitment to achieving quality results
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines
  • Results-oriented with attention to detail and accuracy
  • Ability to handle confidential information
  • Strong analytical, organizational and problem-solving skills
  • Action oriented and builds relationships and drives consensus through effective collaboration

Preferred

  • Master’sdegreeand/orCPAdesignation
  • ExperiencewithERP/EAMsystems(e.g.,JDEdwards,PeopleSoft,Oracle)
  • Knowledge of surface coal mining operations

ANALYSIS OF PHYSICAL DEMANDS FOR POSITION

  • Intermittent: none
  • Occasionally (0 -1/3 of workday): walking, standing, bilateral carry (35 lbs.), unilateral carry (35 lbs.), push (force gauge of 35 lbs.), pull (force gauge of 35 lbs.), floor to waist lift (35 lbs.), and waist to eye lift (35 lbs.)
  • Frequently (1/3 – 2/3 of workday): sitting, stairs, repetitive movements and speaking
  • Continually (2/3-3/3 of workday): grasping, hearing, and seeing

NOTE: Must be able to successfully pass a job function test, pre-employment drug test, motorvehiclerecordcheck,andbackgroundandcreditchecks.

External individuals interested should apply online at:

www.nacoal.com/careers

For additional questions contact:  

Tara Berger

(701) 250-2489 or

tara.berger@nacoal.com

Libby Werth

(701) 250-2623 or

libby.heger@nacoal.com

Annette Presser

(701) 250-2427 or

annette.presser@nacoal.com

 

Advertising and Application dates: July 7, 2026, through July 21, 2026


EEO Statement:

We are an equal opportunity employer and we do not discriminate. You must meet at least the specific minimum requirements listed above to be considered a qualified applicant.

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