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

North American Mining

$90K — $120K *
Finance & Insurance
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or business administration
  • Minimum of 10 years of experience in accounting, finance, or financial analysis
  • Expertise in GAAP accounting and complex financial transactions
  • Leadership experience in managing accounting or business teams
  • Strong skills in budgeting, forecasting and financial modeling
  • Proven ability to communicate complex financial data clearly
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint

Responsibilities

  • Ensure timely financial transaction recording in compliance with GAAP and SOX
  • Oversee accounting, procurement, and inventory management functions
  • Lead and develop accounting and procurement staff
  • Maintain strong relationships with customers for financial matters
  • SupportERP/EAM systems like JD Edwards and drive process improvements
  • Prepare financial reports and board presentations
  • Ensure compliance with vendor agreements and internal controls

Benefits

  • Collaborative and high-performance team environment
  • Opportunities for professional development and training
  • Access to advanced ERP systems and technologies
  • Engagement with a diverse range of stakeholders
  • Potential to contribute to strategic financial initiatives
  • Stable position with regular employee status
Full Job Description

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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-relatedpractices are in compliance and customer billings and accounting are correct, per the terms of the agreement
  • Oversee accounting, procurement, warehouse and inventory management functions
  • Supervise accounting, warehouse and procurement personnel
  • Recruit, train,develop and evaluate department staff
  • 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 internaland external financial and operational audits, 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 andprocess improvement
  • 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:

Required

  • 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 modelingand reporting to senior leadership
  • 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
  • Abilityto interpret and communicate complex financial information to diverse 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’sdegree and/or CPA designation
  • Experiencewith ERP/EAM systems (e.g., JD Edwards, 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, motorvehicle record check, and background and credit checks.

External individuals interested should apply online at:

For additional questions contact:  

Tara Berger

[email protected]

Libby Werth

[email protected]

Annette Presser

[email protected]

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


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