Accountant (New Ulm)

Windings, Inc.; New Ulm (MN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee-owned culture

Full benefits package

Paid time off

401k match and ESOP contributions

Flexible work environment

Education reimbursement

Job summary

Windings, Inc. is seeking an Accountant to ensure accurate, timely financial information across general ledger, reconciliations, accounts payable/receivable, payroll support, and financial reporting. The role emphasizes process improvement and leveraging ERP and reporting tools as the company grows.

You will partner with Finance and others, handle month-end close, and help deliver meaningful insights while benefiting from an employee-owned culture and generous benefits.

Qualifications

• Competence in accounting and financial practices and procedures.
• Working knowledge of general ledger transacting and GAAP.
• Advanced skills in creating spreadsheets and reports in Excel and Word, including pivot tables, v-lookups and other formulas.
• Able to quickly assess issues and relevant information to make effective decisions.
• Highly detail oriented and organized in work approach.
• Ability to quickly learn and apply new job-related information.

Responsibilities

• Perform general ledger activities including journal entries, reconciliations, monthly closing tasks and preparation of monthly supporting schedules for monthly reporting and annual review.
• Review and reconcile general ledger postings on labor, material costs, operating expenses, inventory and other adjustments impacting profit and loss, working closely with the Senior Manufacturing Systems & Cost Analyst.
• Monitor accounts receivable aging, follow up on past due accounts and assist with collection efforts while maintaining professional customer relationships.
• Assist in the accounts payable department by validating invoices, obtaining proper internal approval and providing backup for payment processing as needed.
• Provide backup for payroll processing on an as-needed basis, reconcile labor journal entries and assist in integration of reporting.
• Identify and provide insight to process improvements utilizing existing ERP systems and other tools to enhance efficiency and optimize day-to-day operations.

Skills

GAAP

General ledger

Excel / reporting

Decision making

Detail oriented

Learning ability

Education

Associate degree or higher in Accounting

Tools

Power BI

Job description

Description

Bring the Numbers Together. Help Drive the Business Forward. At Windings, Inc., accounting is more than closing the books. We’re looking for an Accountant who enjoys digging into the details, solving problems, and making sure the financial information behind our business is accurate, timely, and meaningful. In this role, you’ll work across general ledger accounting, reconciliations, accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll support, and financial reporting while partnering with others across the organization. You’ll also have the opportunity to identify process improvements, leverage our ERP and reporting tools, and help make our Finance operations more efficient as Windings continues to grow. If you’re detail-oriented, analytical, and enjoy figuring out why the numbers don’t quite add up, you’ll find plenty of opportunities to make an impact here. And because Windings is 100% employee-owned, the work you do contributes to a company you have a stake in.

At Windings, Inc., employees don’t just work here - they own part of the company’s success. As an employee-owned organization, every improvement, innovation, and win contributes to a stronger future for all of us.

This position can sit in either our Eden Prairie, MN location or at our main facility in New Ulm, MN.

What You Will Do

As our Accountant, you’ll play an important role in keeping our financial information accurate, timely, and reliable. You’ll support month-end close, journal entries, accruals, account reconciliations, and financial reporting while working closely with others across Finance and the organization. You’ll also help identify opportunities to improve processes, strengthen reporting, and make better use of our systems and tools as Windings continues to grow.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Perform general ledger activities including journal entries, reconciliations, monthly closing tasks and preparation of monthly supporting schedules for monthly reporting and annual review.

• Review and reconcile general ledger postings on labor, material costs, operating expenses, inventory and other adjustments impacting profit and loss, working closely with the Senior Manufacturing Systems & Cost Analyst
• Monitor accounts receivable aging, follow up on past due accounts and assist with collection efforts while maintaining professional customer relationships
• Assist in the accounts payable department by validating invoices, obtaining proper internal approval and providing backup for payment processing as needed
• Provide backup for payroll processing on an as-needed basis, reconcile labor journal entries and assist in integration of reporting
• Ensure internal and external customers are provided with timely and accurate assistance and information as requested
• Identify and provide insight to process improvements utilizing existing ERP systems and other tools to enhance efficiency and optimize day-to-day operations
• Prepare ad hoc reports, assist with special projects and perform other duties as assigned by management.

What You Need

Required Qualifications

• Competence in accounting and financial practices and procedures
• Working knowledge of general ledger transacting and GAAP
• Advanced skills in creating spreadsheets and reports in Excel and Word, including pivot tables, v-lookups and other formulas
• Able to quickly assess issues and relevant information to make effective decisions
• Highly detail oriented and organized in work approach
• Ability to quickly learn and apply new job-related information.

Preferred Qualifications

• Manufacturing, ERP and payroll experience is a plus
• Power BI experience
• Able to maintain effectiveness and efficiency in changing work responsibilities and environment
• Proven ability to work with minimal direction, as well as be resourceful and independent in solving problems.

Education

Associate degree or higher in Accounting, Finance or a related field is preferred. Professional work experience may be considered in lieu of education.

Experience

1-3 years of progressively responsible experience in private or public accounting.

Skills

• Ability to multi-task, attending to more than one person, task or situation at a time
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
• Excellent organizational and analytical skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proven ability to effectively work with all levels in the organization
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

What you will get...

• An awesome employee-owned culture
• Full benefits package (medical, dental, vision, disability, life and more)
• Paid time off
• 401k match and ESOP contributions
• Flexible work environment
• Education reimbursement

Salary Description

$60,000-$75,000 annual DOQ

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to use hands and fingers to handle or feel; frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. The employee is regularly required to stand and walk. Specific vision ability by this job includes close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Other Requirements

Because employees in this position must handle information covered by the International Trade and Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or Export Administration Regulations (EAR), successful applicants will be: (1) required to verify their identity and their status as a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. lawful permanent resident, or person granted refugee or asylee status (or equivalent) in the U.S.; OR (2) undergo additional steps, including but not limited to licensure from the Directorate of Defense Trade Controls (DDTC) in the Bureau of Political‑Military Affairs at the U.S. Department of State and/or the Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) at the U.S. Department of Commerce.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Windings is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected Veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.

No Soliciting

Windings will not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third-party recruiting agencies in response to Windings job postings. No fee will be paid to third parties who submit unsolicited candidates directly to our hiring managers. Pre-approval from the Windings Talent Acquisition team is required before any external candidate can be submitted and such candidate must be submitted to the Windings Talent Acquisition team.