Sr. Accountant

Broadwind Industrial Solutions, LLC. subsidiary focuses on distribution, kitting, supply chain services and electromechanical assemblies. While Broadwind Industrial Solutions historical focus was supporting the gas turbine industry, we have expanded into other industries including solar and industrial OEMs. We have capabilities to deliver complex solutions from our Sanford, NC facility.

Broadwind is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Please visit our website at www.bwen.com to learn more!

Broadwind Industrial Solutions is growing and adding a Sr. Accountant to our team in Sanford, NC. This position will monitor, support and execute tasks related to a broad base of accounting responsibilities and reporting functions. As this is a small team, employees in this role may complete or cover numerous duties.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (May include some or all of the following responsibilities)

• Responsible for the accurate reporting of revenue and ensures adherence to the revenue recognition process; generate system reports and analysis as needed
• Assist in the accurate and timely accounting close and account reconciliations in support of preparation of financial reports.
• Assist the financial analysis and planning function in analyzing and determining root cause of cost variations and in support of budget and forecast activities.
• Develop and monitor internal control processes to meet the control requirements of Sarbanes-Oxley
• Communicate with auditors to answer questions and resolve problems.
• Serve as a resource of technical knowledge about cost data and system of inventory transactions; provide training or guidance to others in or outside of team.
• Drive consistent and timely processing of work and systems to ensure meeting established metrics/KPIs.
• Review, investigate and resolve issues; recommend solutions for the larger problems requiring leader involvement.
• Suggest process/system improvements that will reduce handling and costs.
• Provide support to other functions within the accounting team as needed.
• Assist with other projects as needed or assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Academic/Experience/Credentials/Certifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field required.
• CPA/CMA license or candidacy preferred.
• Associate’s degree with relative experience may be considered.
• 7+ yrs. experience in broad-based accounting functions.
• Experience in a combination of AR, AP, inventory/cycle counting, audits, financial analysis, general ledger and control processes. Public company experience beneficial.

Specialized Skills/Knowledge/Ability

• High attention to accuracy and detail.
• Critical thinking skills to question and analyze.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
• Demonstrated ability to think through and solve problems; able to recommend solutions to more complex scenarios.
• Persistency to follow a problem through to the end.
• Comfortable with Microsoft Word and Excel; familiar with various function related software options.
• Professional demeanor; ability to interact with both internal and external customers at various levels.
• Effective in training and/or providing guidance or instructions to others as needed.