Staff Accountant

Description:

STAFF ACCOUNTANT



COMPANY PROFILE

Windquest Group is a Michigan-based, privately held enterprise and investment
management firm with diversified operations in performance technology,
sustainability solutions, consumer goods, manufacturing, craft alcohol, and
nonprofit solutions. We invest in people who care and aim to make our world a
better place.

At Windquest Group, we strive to think big, have fun, and hire and develop the
best talent! We pride ourselves on being a motivated, work-hard play-hard,
close-knit team. We also believe that in order for our employees to work hard,
we need to provide them with a healthy work-life balance and give them a full
range of benefits. Our employees enjoy medical, dental, and vision insurance, a
generous 401k match, unlimited paid time off, Flex Fridays, office outings, and
paid parental leave, just to name a few of our perks.



POSITION OVERVIEW

The Windquest Group’s Staff Accountant demonstrates a thorough understanding of
accounting systems and business operations. This role will maintain financial
reports, records, and general ledgers; prepare and analyze budgets; and perform
general bookkeeping. At Windquest, one of our core values is to “provide
exceptional hospitality,” this role will work hand in hand with our portfolio
companies and go above in beyond to provide great service. You will spend the
majority of your time on accounting related deliverables and have the
opportunity to contribute to some financial projects on the side. This position
reports to our Accounting Manager.



DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

* Manage the processing of cash receipts and recording of receivables.
* Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly invoices to customers.
* Post monthly revenue entries.
* Process and record accounts payable transactions, ensuring all invoices and
staff reimbursements are paid accurately and timely.
* Perform weekly and monthly reconciliations for selected bank accounts.
* Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations, including bank statements,
fixed assets, accruals, prepaid expenses, and inventory.
* Audit monthly revenue and inventory reports to ensure a high level of
accuracy is maintained throughout processes.
* Support portfolio companies without dedicated accounting teams by serving as
a point of contact and assisting with core accounting functions.
* Prepare and send financial reports such as financial statements, budget
performance, and sales reports.
* Collect monthly financial information from portfolio companies and prepare
internal dashboards and reports.
* Prepare consolidated internal and external financial statements.
* Provide supplemental weekly and monthly financial reporting to portfolio
companies.
* Gather and analyze information from the general ledger system.
* Prepare quarterly funding schedules based on current business needs and
trends.
* Prepare projected cash flow reports based on historical data and forecasts.
* Oversee company credit card program and expense reporting.
* Establish records of accounts and input entries into appropriate accounts.
* Maintain accurate financial records and documentation; ensure compliance with
internal control and confidentiality standards.
* Prepare and review monthly sales and use tax schedules.
* Prepare supporting schedules for tax professionals and review annual tax
returns prepared by them.
* Identify errors and suggest ways to improve efficiency and reduce spending.
* Analyze current market trends to provide insights on business opportunities.
* Assist with 1099 filings on an annual basis.
* Assist with additional projects and duties assigned by the Accounting Manager
and the Director of Finance.



QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

* 1-2 years experience and/or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Business
Administration.
* Previous experience with various bookkeeping duties/computer applications,
including bank reconciliations, data input, word processing, and databases.
* Thorough knowledge of accounting principles and procedures.
* Experience with Quickbooks a plus.
* Entrepreneurial spirit, high energy, and a willingness to be constantly
challenged.
* Ability to maintain positive, high performance work atmosphere.
* Analytic, organization and problem-solving skills which allows for strategic
data interpretation versus simple reporting.
* Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
* Highest level of confidentiality must be exercised at all times.

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