Windstream Finance Leadership Program
About this Role:
The Accountant I is responsible for performing a variety of accounting tasks to support the financial operations of the company. This entry-level role involves maintaining financial records, preparing reports, and ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies and regulations. The Accountant I will collaborate with the finance team to manage day-to-day accounting activities and contribute to the overall financial health of the organization.
What You’ll Do:
- Prepare general ledger entries and reconciliations as required for a timely month-end close.
- Prepare and present balance sheet and income statement results and associated analysis.
- Prepare and analyze monthly balance sheet reconciliations, including resolution of outstanding items.
- Assist in coordination of the internal and external audit process.
- Assist in the documentation and monitoring of internal controls.
Do You Have:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance.
- Proficiency with MS Office (Excel, Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint)
- Ability to take initiative, be inquisitive and have a solid understanding of accounting principles and internal controls.
- Strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to organize and prioritize work to meet deadlines.
- Solid problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Commitments to excellence and high standards.
- Ability to be flexible and enthusiastic.
Even Better:
- experience in JD Edwards and Strategy is desirable, but not required.
- SQL experience.
College degree and 1-3 years professional level experience; or 5+ years professional level related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and professional level related experience required.
Physical Tasks- Standing Occasionally: 0-33% | Walking Occasionally: 0-33% |Sitting and Stationary: Continuously: 67-100% | Bending: Occasionally: 0-33% | Crouching: Occasionally: 0-33% | Carrying: Occasionally: 0-33% | Reaching: Occasionally: 0-33% |Lifting -Lowering >1-15 lbs: Occasionally: 0-33% | Repetitive Hand Action: Medium Dexterity: Continuously: 67-100% | Fine Manipulating: Frequently: 34-66%
Audio Visual Needs - Hearing: Continuously: 67-100%| Near Vision: Continuously: 67-100% | Far Vision: Occasionally: 0-33% | Peripheral Vision: Occasionally: 0-33%
Equipment Used in Job Performance: Computer, Printer, Fax, Telephone, Basic Office Supplies, Copier
College degree and 1-3 years professional level experience; or 5+ years professional level related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and professional level related experience required.
Other details
- Job Family Finance
- Job Function General Accounting
- Pay Type Salary
- 4005 Rodney Parham Rd, Little Rock, AR 72212, USA