What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Accountant position at Brightwing?
The Accountant will be responsible for the day-to-day financial operations of our company. This role requires a proactive and resourceful individual who can handle all aspects of accounting, from bookkeeping to financial reporting and analysis. The ideal candidate will be a trusted financial partner, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and providing valuable insights to support business decisions.
Responsibilities:
Record Keeping:
o Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records, including general ledger, accounts payable, and accounts receivable.
o Process and reconcile bank statements, credit card statements, and other financial transactions.
o Categorize and record all business expenses and revenue.
- Accounts Payable & Receivable:
o Process vendor invoices, ensure timely payments, and manage vendor relationships.
o Generate and send customer invoices, monitor payment status, and follow up on overdue accounts.
o Reconcile accounts payable and receivable ledgers.
- Financial Reporting & Analysis:
o Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements (e.g., Profit & Loss, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow Statement).
o Assist in budget preparation and monitoring.
o Analyze financial data to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement.
o Provide financial reports and insights to management to support decision-making.
- Tax Compliance:
o Assist with the preparation of annual business tax returns (e.g., federal, state, local income taxes, sales tax).
o Ensure compliance with all applicable tax laws and regulations.
o Maintain organized tax records.
- General Accounting & Administrative Support:
o Serve as the primary contact for financial inquiries.
o Implement and maintain strong internal financial controls.
o Stay up-to-date with accounting best practices and regulations.
o Perform other accounting and administrative duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- 5 years of proven experience in small business accounting or bookkeeping.
- Proficiency with Quickbooks accounting software, Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel) and will need to learn CRM platform.
- Solid understanding of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks effectively.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Discretion and ability to handle confidential financial information.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in promotional products industry.
- Knowledge of Syncore CRM platform.
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
- Health insurance, paid time off, 401(k).
- A supportive and collaborative work environment.
- The opportunity to make a significant impact on a growing busine