Josh Wilson

Josh Wilson has extensive work experience in the field of accounting. Josh currently works as an Accountant at GoNetspeed, a position they have held since October 2021. Prior to this, they owned and operated their own small business called Southern Metalworx starting from January 2014.

Before becoming a small business owner, Josh worked at the Housing Authority of the Birmingham District for over 13 years. During their tenure, they served as a Senior Accountant from December 2016 to October 2021. In this role, they managed approximately $42 million in HUD Capital Funds, led and assisted the Accounts Payable and Public Housing accountants, and implemented new procedures such as a dedicated email system for vendors and an electronic signature process.

Prior to their senior role, Josh held the position of Accountant at the same company from December 2008 to December 2016. As an Accountant, they were responsible for processing Section 8 program checks, managing accounts payable, reconciling bank accounts, coordinating with tenants, landlords, and employees for problem resolution, and performing various financial tasks related to low-rent housing communities.

Earlier in their career, Josh worked as an Accountant at Robins & Morton from June 2006 to September 2008. Josh also served as an Accounts Payable Supervisor at Ventura Foods LLC from July 2002 to June 2006, where they maintained fixed assets and CIP accounts, ensured data accuracy and budget compliance, conducted month-end closing activities, and handled auditor relations and employee evaluations.

Josh started their professional journey as a Staff Accountant at Alabama Farmers Cooperative in January 1999 and worked there until January 2002.

Overall, Josh Wilson has gained extensive experience in various accounting roles, demonstrating their expertise in financial management, team leadership, procedure implementation, and problem-solving.

Josh Wilson's education history begins with their attendance at West Point High School from 1989 to 1992, although no specific degree or field of study is provided for this period. Later, from 1994 to 1999, they pursued a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) degree in Accounting at Athens State University. Additionally, they obtained another Bachelor of Business Administration degree in Accounting from Athens State University, although the start and end years are not specified.

In terms of certifications, Josh Wilson has obtained several through NAHRO (National Association of Housing and Redevelopment Officials). These certifications include Staff Development in May 2021, Industry Knowledge & Updates in February 2021, Financial Management Training Programs in various areas such as Real Estate Deal Structure & Property Operations in October 2020, Cyber IT and Security in July 2020, Leadership Development in April 2020, and Increasing Non-Federal Revenue in January 2020.