Accounting Specialist 1

Woodward is committed to creating a great workplace for all team members. Our company and its members are committed to acting with integrity, being respectful and accountable to one another, and staying humble and driven, while maintaining the highest professional and ethical standards.

We are steadfastly committed to attracting the best talent across our communities creating a rewarding workplace. Together we are fulfilling our purpose to design and deliver energy control solutions our partners count on to power a clean future.

Woodward supports our members’ wellbeing and regularly benchmarks with other companies in our industry to offer an extensive Total Reward package for this position. Salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. 

• Estimated annual base pay: $19.71 - $25.48 per hour

• All members included in annual cash bonus opportunity

• 401(k) match (4.5%)

• Annual Woodward stock contribution (5%)

• Tuition reimbursement and Training/Professional Development opportunities for all members  

• 12 paid holidays

• Industry leading medical, dental, and vision Insurance upon date of hire

• Vacation / Sick Time / Vacation Buy-up / Short Term Disability / Bereavement leave

• Paid parental leave

• Adoption Assistance  

• Employee Assistance Program, including mental health benefits

• Member Life & AD&D / Long Term Disability / Member Optional Life 

• Member referral bonus 

• Spouse / Child Optional Life / Optional AD&D / Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending 

• Voluntary benefits, including:  

• Home / Auto Insurance discounts 

• Whole Life Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance / Legal Assistance / Military Leave 

Key Responsibilities:

• Accounts Receivable: Accounts Receivable: The AR Coordinator I is responsible for posting customer payments accurately and on time. This includes applying cash receipts to the correct customer accounts, reviewing remittance details for accuracy, resolving posting discrepancies, and reconciling cash receipts to supporting records.

• Accounts Receivable: The AR Support role is responsible for managing customer portal activity and submitting invoices through customer portal systems accurately and on time. This includes monitoring portal requirements, uploading invoices and supporting documents, resolving submission errors, and following up on invoice status as needed.

• Data Entry and Record Keeping: AR Coordinator I is responsible for accurately entering financial data into the accounting system and maintaining accurate records of financial transactions.

• Communication: The AR Coordinator I is responsible for communicating with internal and external stakeholders regarding financial transactions, including responding to inquiries and resolving issues in a timely and professional manner.

• Compliance: The AR Coordinator I is responsible for ensuring that financial transactions are compliant with regulatory requirements and internal policies. This includes managing the documentation and storage of financial records.

Key Skills:

• Attention to Detail: The ability to pay close attention to detail and accurately enter financial data into the accounting system.

• Organizational Skills: The ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and meet deadlines.

• Communication: The ability to communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders, including responding to inquiries and resolving issues in a timely and professional manner.

• Customer Service: The ability to provide excellent customer service, including responding to inquiries, addressing concerns, and resolving issues in a timely and professional manner.

• Analytical Skills: The ability to analyze financial data and identify discrepancies or anomalies.

• Technology Skills: The ability to use technology tools and software to manage financial data, track payments, and communicate with stakeholders.

• Accounting Knowledge: A basic understanding of accounting principles and practices, including accounts payable and accounts receivable.

• Compliance: The ability to ensure that financial transactions are compliant with regulatory requirements and internal policies.

• Teamwork: The ability to work effectively as part of a team, collaborating with colleagues to achieve shared goals and objectives.

• Adaptability: The ability to adapt to changes in processes, procedures, or priorities as needed.

Application window is anticipated to close 7 days from original posting date.

This information is provided in compliance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act and is the company’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation range and benefits offered for this position. The compensation offered to the successful applicant may vary based on factors including experience, skills, education, location, and other job-related reasons.

This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR).   All applicants must be U.S. Persons within the meaning of the ITAR and EAR, or eligible to obtain all required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce. The ITAR defines a U.S. Person as a U.S. citizen or national, lawful permanent resident (i.e., 'Green Card holder'), or a protected person (e.g., asylee, or refugee). 

Woodward is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local laws.