Staff Accountant

About Westwin Elements Inc

Westwin Elements is dedicated to advancing critical minerals manufacturing in the United States. Our mission is to strengthen domestic supply chains and enhance national security by developing essential refining and processing infrastructure.

About the role

• The Staff Accountant (Mid-Level) is responsible for maintaining the accuracy and integrity of the organization's financial records while supporting the day-to-day accounting operations. This role plays a key part in the monthly close process, account reconciliations, general ledger maintenance, and financial reporting. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and capable of managing multiple priorities while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

What you'll do

• Reconcile bank accounts and investigate/resolution of outstanding reconciling items in a timely manner.
• Support the month-end and year-end close processes by preparing journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
• Manage day-to-day general ledger activities, ensuring transactions are recorded accurately and in accordance with company policies.  We follow GAAP standards.
• Sync and reconcile corporate credit card transactions, communicate with cardholders regarding missing receipts or discrepancies, and ensure expenses are properly coded.
• Prepare and reconcile balance sheet accounts on a monthly basis.
• Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable functions as needed.
• Maintain accurate financial records and supporting documentation.
• Analyze financial data to identify variances, trends, and opportunities for process improvements.
• Assist in the preparation of internal financial reports and management reporting packages.
• Support annual audits by preparing requested schedules and responding to auditor inquiries.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, accounting standards, and internal controls.
• Collaborate with department managers to resolve accounting questions and improve financial processes.
• Participate in process improvement initiatives to increase efficiency and accuracy within the accounting function.
• Perform other accounting and finance duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting.
• 2–5 years of progressive accounting experience preferred.
• Solid understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Experience with bank reconciliations, journal entries, and general ledger accounting.
• Experience supporting month-end close activities.
• Preferred experience with ERP accounting software (such as NetSuite, Microsoft Dynamics, Sage Intacct, SAP, Oracle, or similar).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including formulas, pivot tables, and data analysis.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work across departments.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and prioritize work in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Attributes

• Self-motivated with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively to a collaborative team environment.
• Continuous improvement mindset with a willingness to learn new systems and processes.

This position is ideal for an accounting professional who has a solid foundation in general accounting and is ready to take on greater responsibility while contributing to the organization's financial accuracy and operational success.