Job Title Senior Accountant
Job Description
The Senior Accountant position will report to the Accounting Manager/Supervisor and will, among other things, contribute to the overall accuracy and quality of financial statements for a leading global provider of high-quality educational services. The role will apply accounting judgment and a clear understanding of the company's processes and systems to work in conjunction with team leaders to support business partners, and achieve company, team, and professional development goals.
Primary Responsibilities:
Apply GAAP knowledge to the analysis and development of documentation supporting, among others, the processes and areas listed below (varies by team):
- financial statements (preparation, reporting, analysis/review)
- fixed assets (assess capitalization requirements, analyze depreciation, contribute to developing policies/procedures)
- inventory
- leases (maintain databases for both FASB and GASB accounting, prepare audit documentation, recommend process improvements)
- payroll (analyze large volume of data to determine accuracy, explain unusual variances, develop efficient processes, calculate complex accruals)
- revenue/expense (document variances from budget and trend, determine needed accruals)
Additional Responsibilities:
- Reconcile balance sheets (leverage automation, scrutinize data, resolve discrepancies)
- Create journal entries (evaluate General Ledger coding, perform due diligence to determine accuracy)
- Month end close (prepare journal entries, review and analyze financial data)
- Support the field/business with analyses of significant revenue and expenditures, which may include explaining variances from budget, assisting with forecasting, preparing documentation for strategic planning.
- Provide guidance and support on various matters including audit, SOX and other control-based compliance matters
- Support/Oversee high-level projects and ad hoc requests
- Team mentorship/training
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree - Accounting major
- Minimum 3 year accounting experience (combined industry or internship)
- GAAP expertise derived through industry experience and accounting education relating but not limited to balance sheet reconciliations, financial statement analysis/preparation/review, fixed assets, inventory, journal entries, leases, payroll, and revenue/expense recognition (varies by team)
- Detail oriented, strategic/critical thinker with advanced problem solving skills
- Microsoft Excel proficiency
- Exemplary presentation, verbal, and written communication skillset
- Demonstrated ability to independently exercise judgment and discretion while performing both individual and team tasks
Preferred Qualifications
- CPA or CPA track
- Graduate degree
- Oracle/BNA/ePBCS or comparable accounting software experience
We offer a competitive benefits package including:
Remote work providing flexible work/life balance Comprehensive Retirement Package automatically enrolled in The Company Contribution Plan (8-10% annual company contribution based on tenure) Our Gift of Knowledge Program provides tuition assistance and substantial discounts for our employees and close family members Competitive health benefits and new hire eligibility starts day-1 of employment Generous Paid Time Off includes paid holidays, vacation, personal, sick paid time-off, plus one (1) volunteer day and one (1) diversity and inclusion day to participate and give back to our local communities And so much more!
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The salary range for the Senior Accountant role is currently between $66,500 and $74,000, and the amount that is offered is based on the candidate's skills, experience and education, among other factors determined by the business. It is within Kaplan's discretion to adjust this range based on business needs.
Location Remote/Nationwide, USA
Additional Locations
Employee Type Employee
Job Functional Area Accounting
Business Unit 00070 Kaplan Inc
At Kaplan, we recognize the importance of attracting and retaining top talent to drive our success in a competitive market. Our salary structure and compensation philosophy reflect the value we place on the experience, education, and skills that our employees bring to the organization, taking into consideration labor market trends and total rewards. All positions with Kaplan are paid at least $15 per hour or $31,200 per year for full-time positions. Additionally, certain positions are bonus or commission-eligible. And we have a comprehensive benefits package, learn more about our benefits here.
Diversity & Inclusion Statement:
Kaplan is committed to cultivating an inclusive workplace that values diversity, promotes equity, and integrates inclusivity into all aspects of our operations. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, nationality, or sex. We believe that diversity strengthens our organization, fuels innovation, and improves our ability to serve our students, customers, and communities. Learn more about our culture here.
Kaplan considers qualified applicants for employment even if applicants have an arrest or conviction in their background check records. Kaplan complies with related background check regulations, including but not limited to, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. There are various positions where certain convictions may disqualify applicants, such as those positions requiring interaction with minors, financial records, or other sensitive and/or confidential information.
Kaplan is a drug-free workplace and complies with applicable laws.