Wholesale Accountant I

About this Role:

The Wholesale Accounting team oversees some of Windstream’s largest cash costs.  The Accountant I is a vital role that overseas monthly variance analysis and reconciliation of wholesale expenses including monthly recurring costs, contract credits, long distance usage, and telephone pole expense and plays a critical role in delivering accurate reporting and collaborating regularly with the Access team, Financial Planning team, and various other organizations within Windstream.

What You’ll Do:

• Responsible for the preparation of General Ledger entries and reconciliations as required for a timely month-end close.
• Responsible for the detailed review and analysis, preparation, and presentation of balance sheet and income statement results.
• Preparation and analysis of 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.
• Work closely with Access and Financial Planning to ensure disputes, contract credits, and other expenses are accurately and fairly presented.
• Other responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
  • Confirm accounting records are maintained in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), company policies and legal agreements / contracts.
  • Assist on special projects as they come up.
• Overtime at various points throughout the month should be expected.

Do You Have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance.
• Must be proficient with MS Office (Excel, Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint) and experience in JD Edwards and Strategy is desirable, but not required.
• The successful candidate will be inquisitive, take initiative, and have a solid understanding of accounting principles and internal controls. 
• Position requires 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.
• Flexible and enthusiastic.

Minimum Requirements:

• College degree in Accounting and/or Finance and 1 – 2 years professional level experience; or 5+ years professional level related experience; or equivalent combination of education and professional level related experience.