JOB TITLE: ACCOUNTING SPECIALIST

EMPLOYMENT STATUS: FULL-TIME, SALARY 

REPORTS TO: VICE PRESIDENT OF FINANCE

SALARY BAND: $55,000 – $75,000

BENEFITS-ELIGIBLE: YES 

TRAVEL: N/A

 COMPANY SUMMARY: Good Steward Consulting is a community engagement and outreach firm working exclusively in the renewable energy industry. We strategize and implement communication and public education/outreach campaigns within proposed project areas (utility-scale solar, wind, and storage). Visit us online for more information: www.goodstewardconsulting.com

POSITION SUMMARY: The Accounting Specialist will perform daily accounting tasks to support our Financial/Operational teams. The Accounting Specialist will support the VP of Finance daily with accounting tasks including payroll, AP, and AR. This person is a self-starter, with a positive attitude, who enjoys working with people to achieve tremendous results. He/she/they are a team player who loves a good challenge, has a high level of integrity, works diligently to exceed expectations, and who is also willing to follow and implement someone else’s vision while having fun with colleagues and clients. He/she/they understand the need for GSC to consistently deliver the HIGHEST quality service and work product.

POSITION SKILL SET: 

· Expert attention to detail & accuracy

· Expert organizational skills.

· Ability to keep strict confidentiality.

· Self-motivated, proactive, and forward-thinking.

· Strong ability to multi-task. 

· Ability to function well in a fast-paced (sometimes chaotic) environment under tight deadlines.

· Ability to think outside the box.

· Ability to enforce the quality standards of company leadership.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES: 

· Work with accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll.

· Process monthly invoices.

· Receive, process, and reconcile statements.

· Prepare periodic financial statements.

· Generate and review monthly reports.

· Assist with preparation for year-end.

· Prepare and distribute annual IRS forms.

· Ensure compliance with internal accounting procedures.

· Maintain accurate records, including ledgers, journals, receipts, and invoices.

· Perform administrative and other tasks as needed.

· Identify and recommend updates to accounting processes and procedures.

· Sorting and coding invoices correctly and entering details into accounting software systems.

· Posting financial transactions and keeping accounts payable and receivable current.

· Research opportunities to reduce expenditures for recurring and one-time purchases.

· Collecting and maintaining W-9, 1099, and other documentation for vendors and subcontractors.

· Ensuring compliance with state and federal payroll and business tax regulations.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS: 

· Degree in Business or Accounting preferred or extensive experience in a similar role.

· Ability to maintain in-office hours at HQ site per regular office hours schedule, Monday-Friday, 8 AM-5 PM, CST.

· Background check required.

· Proficient in accounting software, specifically QuickBooks Online.

· Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

· Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

· Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $55,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Flexible schedule
• Health savings account
• Referral program
• Relocation assistance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• Albert Lea, MN 56007: Relocate with an employer provided relocation package (Required)

Work Location: In person