Job Description

Staff Accountant

Brightwing is seeking a skilled and proactive Staff Accountant to play a key role in our financial operations and contribute to our organization's growth. This position offers a dynamic mix of responsibilities, with approximately 75% dedicated to bank reconciliations, journal entries, and various financial reporting tasks and 25% of your time focused on accounts receivable collections and cash application processes.


We’re looking for a detail-oriented professional with a "roll-up-your-sleeves" attitude who thrives in a collaborative environment. You'll work closely with our Accounting, Sales, and Management teams, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in financial operations. Given the complexity of our organization, this role will have a direct impact across multiple businesses, requiring a forward-thinking mindset to drive continuous improvement and scalability in our processes.


What you’ll do:

Complete monthly account reconciliations for various accounts.

Prepare journal entries for month end close.

Develop and use problem-solving and multitasking skills to quickly identify and resolve account issues while meeting department goals.

Take full ownership of the collection of delinquent accounts receivable and accurately credit customer accounts with payments received.

Maintain communication with internal staff to update on collections issues.

Follow up with clients to facilitate timely payment in accordance with terms.

Document collection and client efforts accordingly on their accounts for management review.

What you’ll need:

Associate’s degree in Accounting.

Must have at least 2 years of experience in accounting.

Proven working experience with Accounts Receivable.

Strong customer service, data entry, and organizational skills.

Experience with ERP system(s), Excel and Microsoft Office.

What you’ll have:

Solid critical thinking and analysis with attention to detail.

High personal drive, confidence, integrity and determination.

Aptitude to take on challenges and keep a healthy attitude under pressure.

Resiliency and agility to adapt to new challenges quickly and effectively.

Ability to collaborate easily and effectively with others and adapt to different working styles.

Desire to take responsibility for the quality of all deliverables.