Accountant

Bring the Numbers Together. Help Drive the Business Forward.

At Windings Inc. accounting is more than closing the books. Were looking for an Accountant who enjoys digging into the details solving problems and making sure the financial information behind our business is accurate timely and this role youll work across general ledger accounting reconciliations accounts receivable accounts payable payroll support and financial reporting while partnering with others across the organization. Youll also have the opportunity to identify process improvements leverage our ERP and reporting tools and help make our Finance operations more efficient as Windings continues to grow.

If youre detail-oriented analytical and enjoy figuring out why the numbers dont quite add up youll find plenty of opportunities to make an impact here. And because Windings is 100% employee-owned the work you do contributes to a company you have a stake in.

***This position can sit in either our Eden Prairie MN location or at our main facility in New Ulm MN.

What You Will Do

As our Accountant youll play an important role in keeping our financial information accurate timely and reliable. Youll support month-end close journal entries accruals account reconciliations and financial reporting while working closely with others across Finance and the organization. Youll also help identify opportunities to improve processes strengthen reporting and make better use of our systems and tools as Windings continues to grow.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Perform general ledger activities including journal entries reconciliations monthly closing tasks and preparation of monthly supporting schedules for monthly reporting and annual review

• Review and reconcile general ledger postings on labor material costs operating expenses inventory and other adjustments impacting profit and loss working closely with the Senior Manufacturing Systems & Cost Analyst
• Monitor accounts receivable aging follow up on past due accounts and assist with collection efforts while maintaining professional customer relationships
• Assist in the accounts payable department by validating invoices obtaining proper internal approval and providing backup for payment processing as needed
• Provide backup for payroll processing on an as-needed basis reconcile labor journal entries and assist in integration of reporting
• Ensure internal and external customers are provided with timely and accurate assistance and information as requested
• Identify and provide insight to process improvements utilizing existing ERP systems and other tools to enhance efficiency and optimize day-to-day operations
• Prepare ad hoc reports assist with special projects and perform other duties as assigned by management

What You Need

Required Qualifications

• Competence in accounting and financial practices and procedures
• Working knowledge of general ledger transacting and GAAP
• Advanced skills in creating spreadsheets and reports in Excel and Word including pivot tables v-lookups and other formulas
• Able to quickly assess issues and relevant information to make effective decisions
• Highly detail oriented and organized in work approach
• Ability to quickly learn and apply new job-related information

Preferred Qualifications

• Manufacturing ERP and payroll experience is a plus
• Power BI experience
• Able to maintain effectiveness and efficiency in changing work responsibilities and environment
• Proven ability to work with minimal direction as well as be resourceful and independent in solving problems

Education

Associate degree or higher in Accounting Finance or a related field is preferred. Professional work experience may be considered in lieu of education

Experience

1-3 years of progressively responsible experience in private or public accounting

Skills

Ability to multi-task attending to more than one person task or situation at a time

Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills

Excellent organizational and analytical skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Proven ability to effectively work with all levels in the organization

Strong computer skills including proficiency with Microsoft Office applications

What you will get...

An awesome employee-ownership culture

Full benefits package (medical dental vision disability life and more)

Paid time off

401k match and ESOP contributions

Flexible work environment

Education reimbursement

Salary Description

$60000-$75000 annual DOQ

At Windings Inc. employees dont just work here they own part of the companys success. As an employee-owned organization every improvement innovation and win contributes to a stronger future for all of us.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to sit; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to use hands and fingers to handle or feel; frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. The employee is regularly required to stand and walk. Specific vision ability by this job includes close vision distance vision peripheral vision depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job the employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Other Requirements

Because employees in this position must handle information covered by the International Trade and Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or Export Administration Regulations (EAR) successful applicants will be: (1) required to verify their identity and their status as a U.S. citizen or national U.S. lawful permanent resident or person granted refugee or asylee status (or equivalent) in the U.S.; OR (2) undergo additional steps including but not limited to licensure from the Directorate of Defense Trade Controls (DDTC) in the Bureau of Political-Military Affairs at the U.S. Department of State and/or the Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) at the U.S. Department of Commerce.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Windings is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age sex race color religion national origin age marital status political affiliation sexual orientation gender identity genetic information disability or protected Veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.

No Soliciting

Windings will not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third-party recruiting agencies in response to Windings job postings. No fee will be paid to third parties who submit unsolicited candidates directly to our hiring managers. Pre-approval from the Windings Talent Acquisition team is required before any external candidate can be submitted and such candidate must be submitted to the Windings Talent Acquisition team.