The Staff Accountant role will report to the Supervisor and Manager of Accounting Operations and will oversee the quality and accuracy of the financial statements for a leading global provider of high-quality educational services. The position will have a clear understanding of the company’s financial systems and processes to ensure compliance with GAAP, relating but not limited to revenue recognition and period expenses. The key accounting functions of the position include journal entry preparation, month-end close procedures, financial statement analysis, and reconciliation of general ledger accounts. The position will also work in conjunction with team leaders to achieve team goals and deliverables.

• Preparation and posting of standard and adjusting journal entries
• Review and analyze revenue reports for accuracy in accordance with GAAP
• Perform month-end close processes and meet all deadlines
• Interact with field personnel to ensure subsidiary ledger and financial statement accuracy
• Financial statement review including detailed variance analysis of profit and loss and balance sheet statements
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts and investigate/resolve reconciling items
• Assist with audit requests
• Ensure proper internal controls are maintained for corporate and field financial processes
• Complete special projects and ad hoc requests as assigned by management

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, certified public accountant or CPA track a plus
• 1+ years of accounting experience
• Professional, well-polished verbal and written communication skills
• Self-starter with excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
• Strong attention to detail and quality
• Strong working knowledge of MS Office applications. Intermediate Excel skills required

• Oracle general ledger application experience

• Remote work providing flexible work/life balance
• Comprehensive Retirement Package including 401K company match and two pension programs
• 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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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

Kaplan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our employees’ diverse range of perspectives, ideas, and backgrounds give Kaplan a competitive edge in anticipating and surpassing the needs of our students in today’s global marketplace. We are dedicated to cultivating an inclusive workplace that values diversity, promotes equity, and integrates inclusivity into all aspects of our operations. We strongly believe that diversity strengthens our organization, fuels innovation, and improves our capacity to effectively serve our customers and communities. Learn more about our culture