Southwind, owners of 1-800-GOT-JUNK?, YOU MOVE ME, MVP AC, Heating, Plumbing and Electric, DreamLawn, and Shack Shine is growing across our 28 US locations and adding an Accounts Receivable/Collections Specialist to our high performing Finance/Accounting team.
The Staff Accountant works closely with the Accounting Manager to ensure the daily financial success of all 28 of Southwind's businesses. Southwind’s ideal candidate possesses solid communication skills, is technologically sound, and is analytical in their approach. The ideal candidate will have 1-3 years of relevant experience. A bachelor's degree in Accounting is required.
What you will be responsible for:

• Update and maintain the general ledger, recording financial transactions and ensuring it balances at the end of each accounting period.
• Daily cash reconciliation and application of payments. 
• Reconcile financial discrepancies by collecting and analyzing account information, identifying and correcting errors, and ensuring the accuracy of financial data.
• Prepare various financial reports, such as income statements, balance sheets, cash flow statements, and other financial analyses for management and external stakeholders.
• Provide support during internal and external audits, including gathering necessary documents, answering auditors' questions, and addressing audit findings.
• Analyze financial data to identify trends, opportunities for cost savings, and areas for financial improvement.
• Ensure compliance with accounting principles, financial regulations, and internal accounting policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with other departments, colleagues, and external parties, such as auditors and vendors, to ensure smooth financial operations and provide financial information as needed.

Requirements:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting required
• Work Experience: 1-3 years in an Accounting role is preferred
• Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
• Knowledge of NetSuite a plus
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Why Southwind? 

• Competitive compensation 
• Opportunity to advance through on-going professional development and leadership and entrepreneurship classes 
• Award-winning culture 
• “Best Places to Work” by The Business Journals 
• “Fast 50 Company" by The Business Journals 
• “100 Fastest Growing Companies” by Ingram’s Magazine 
• Comprehensive health, life, dental and vision insurance 
• 401k matching program 
• Optional enrollment options include Spousal/Dependent life insurance, Short Term/Long Term Disability, and EAP

If you are a highly motivated individual with excellent communication and organizational skills, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity with Southwind! We’re committed to improving the lives of our people and our customers for the better. Above all, we believe by investing in our people, we can change the world. We’re looking for people to join our team that share in our values of Alignment, Integrity, People Development and Excellence. We’re dedicated to providing homeowners with a comprehensive, unified solution to effortlessly tend to their home's needs. At Southwind, we believe in fostering a dynamic work environment where you can make an impact and are provided with the tools, support and resources you need to grow your career and thrive. Southwind and its group of companies are proud to be an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, Veteran friendly employer.