Accounting & Operations Specialist at Britten, Inc. – Traverse City, Michigan

Britten, Inc. is a veteran-owned (VOSB), creative production house dedicated to delivering innovative signage, displays, and event branding solutions that make our customers stand out in a crowd. For 35+ years, we’ve leveraged our state-of-the art design, printing, fabrication, and manufacturing capabilities to propel high-impact campaigns and promotional ideas into the world. Always on time, on strategy, and on budget, we build the stuff that helps people, communities, and businesses flourish and prosper.

Located in Traverse City, Michigan, this creative production studio known as Britten seeks talented individuals to join our team. We’ve built a reputation for saying "yes" to projects others won't touch. Our people make that possible, individuals who put a premium on thoughtful service, care about the people next to them, and are willing to go the extra mile on projects they touch.

What We Seek...

We are seeking a highly dependable and detail-oriented Accounting & Operations Specialist to play a critical role in both the financial processes and day-to-day business operations for ColorArmor, a newly established company, focused on high end industrial coating solutions. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter who can work independently, while being comfortable balancing the accounting responsibilities, and will be eager to roll up their sleeves, jump in where needed, and support operational needs across the organization.

Job Summary and Job Functions

• Serve as a cross-functional support resource, stepping in to assist with urgent tasks or high-priority projects across departments as needed
• Responsible for all AR – including sales tax, AP, Cash and all other General Accounting duties
• Reconcile accounts, track expenses, and support month-end and year-end close processes
• Ensure an accurate and timely monthly, quarterly and year end close
• Manage purchasing activities, including creating purchase orders, tracking orders, and following up with vendors on delivery timelines
• Assist with inventory counts and ensure records are accurate
• Support shop or production floor needs to help keep work moving on schedule
• Support last-minute or urgent production needs to keep projects on track
• Take on a variety of hands-on tasks to support overall business operations
• Align with and believe in the company core values: We Say Yes, We Hustle, We Think Bigger, We Keep Promises, We Build People Up

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to be exclusive or exhaustive and the post holder will be required to undertake such tasks as may reasonably be expected within the scope of the position. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

• 2+ years or more of related experience, required
• Motivated self-starter who works well independently
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Proficient in accounting and operational software: QuickBooks, Excel
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Results oriented focus with the ability to get things done and the ability to quickly adapt in a changing environment
• Align with and believe in the company core values: We Say Yes, We Hustle, We Think Bigger, We Keep Promises, We Build People Up

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Office and production floor environment working atmosphere
• Moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments
• Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods
• Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another
• Communicating with others to exchange information
• Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers
• Performing and assessing the accuracy, neatness and thoroughness work
• Some heavy work. Exerting up to 75 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Compensation and Benefits

A competitive hourly rate and/or salary is being offered and a full benefits package for all full-time positions. Benefits Package Highlights:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance coverage options
• 401K with employer match of contribution (Employer match equal to 50% of contributions to the plan, up to 6% of employee’s pay)
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off (Full time employees)
• Educational Assistance
• Life Insurance-company provided
• Reimbursement for safety glasses and/or work boots (if position requires and qualifies) Company provided safety, skill development and/or leadership training opportunities

Britten, Inc. and its affiliates are equal opportunity employers and do not discriminate against otherwise qualified applicants in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, genetic information, disability, or any other characteristics as protected by federal, state or local law. Britten, Inc. is a drug free employer.