Kentucky Derby Brownies

1/2 cup butter or margarine, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
4 eggs
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 (16 ounce) can chocolate syrup
1 cup chopped pecans
1/2 teaspoon almond extract
1/4 cup butter or margarine, softened
2 cups sifted confectioners