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    Senior Accountant - Chandler, United States - Vertex Education

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    Be the one who makes a difference


    At Vertex Education we are a team of high achievers, courageous leaders, and passionate believers in changing lives through education.

    As a purpose-led education services provider, our mission is destined to benefit many and yet it starts with just one person inspired to work together with us to make a memorable and meaningful difference for our clients, schools, students, and communities.

    Be the one who makes a difference-with us.


    POSITION OVERVIEW
    As a Senior Accountant specializing in External Reporting, you will play a critical role in ensuring the

    accuracy, transparency, and compliance of our organization's financial disclosures to external

    stakeholders.

    Your expertise in financial reporting, knowledge of accounting principles, and attention to detail will be instrumental in presenting a clear and comprehensive picture of our financial performance to investors, regulatory agencies, and other external parties.


    ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

    Note:
    The essential functions below describe the general requirements of this position and are not

    intended to be an exhaustive statement of duties. Incumbents may perform all or most of the primary accountabilities listed below.

    Specific tasks, responsibilities or competencies may be documented in the incumbent's performance objectives as outlined by the incumbent's immediate supervisor or manager.

    Daily/Weekly Accounting Activities

    Review Financial Data:
    Daily, the senior accountant should review and reconcile financial data

    from various sources, such as the general ledger, sub-ledgers, and supporting documentation, to

    ensure accuracy and completeness.

    Monitor Journal Entries:
    Regularly review and approve journal entries to ensure proper

    accounting treatment for transactions and adherence to accounting policies.

    Address Inquiries:
    Respond to internal inquiries regarding financial transactions, account

    balances, or other related matters to support the needs of cross-functional teams.

    Update Ad Hoc Financial Reports:
    Continuously update and maintain financial reports that are

    used for internal management and decision-making purposes.

    Monitor Filing Deadlines:
    Keep track of upcoming filing deadlines for external reports and

    coordinate with relevant stakeholders to gather necessary information.

    Analyze Financial Trends:
    Conduct weekly financial analysis to identify trends, significant

    variances, and areas that may require further investigation or explanation.

    Collaborate with Teams:
    Work closely with other finance and accounting teams to obtain the

    required information for external reporting and ensure consistency across various financial

    documents.

    Monthly Accounting Activities

    Month-End Closing:
    Participate in the month-end closing process, ensuring timely and accurate

    recording of financial transactions.

    Account Reconciliations:
    Conduct detailed account reconciliations for key balance sheet and

    income statement accounts to identify and resolve any discrepancies.

    Variance Analysis:
    Perform monthly variance analysis comparing actual financial results to

    budgeted or forecasted figures, investigating, and explaining significant variances.

    Internal Reporting:
    Generate internal management reports to provide insights into financial

    performance and trends.

    Technical Accounting Research:
    Conduct research on complex accounting issues, assess their

    impact on financial reporting, and provide guidance to internal stakeholders.

    Ad Hoc Reporting:
    Respond to ad hoc requests for financial information or analysis from

    management, auditors, or other stakeholders.

    Ensure Timely Filing:
    Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure the timely and accurate

    filing of all monthly financial reports and supporting documentation.

    Quarterly/Annual Accounting Activities

    Financial Statement Audit:
    Provide required documentation and addressing any audit inquiries

    for the year-end financial statement audit.

    State Reporting:
    Lead the preparation of the annual financial reports (AFRs) due to the

    respective states.

    Bond Reporting:
    Prepare combining quarterly financial statements for bondholders, including

    budget vs. actual. On an annual basis, assist with the preparation of the annual report.

    KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES

    Education, Licensure, or Certification:
    Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA certification preferred.

    Work Experience and Skill Requirements

    1. 5+ years of experience in accounting, at both transactional and analysis level


    • Strong understanding of GAAP, Charter School regulations, and financial reporting standards.
    • Proficient in financial analysis, with the ability to interpret complex financial data and draw
    meaningful conclusions.


    • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey financial
    information clearly and concisely.


    • Attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining accuracy in financial reporting.
    • Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet strict deadlines.
    • Strong interpersonal skills, capable of collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams and
    building positive relationships.

    Be excited to be a part of our team and grow your career with us


    Be the one who enables us to positively impact over 25,000 students across multiple states while driving our growth forward so we can enrich even more lives.

    Be the one who helps us achieve excellence for the 26 schools we support with academics, finance, technology, human resources, communications, marketing, facilities, construction, and food services.

    Be the one who is a diverse thinker, a team player, a smart risk taker, an innovator, and a difference maker by encouraging others to climb higher and reach farther to further education.


    • Be yourself surrounded by wonderful people who care about you, value your unique skills, and lift you up.
    • Be supported in your work by caring leaders and team members who want you to succeed.
    • Be empowered to make a difference and climb higher and reach farther to change lives through education.
    • Be well in all aspects of your life from your physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing to your finances.
    • Enjoy industry-leading pay, rewards, referral bonuses, with unlimited flexible paid time-off for performance.
    • Be able to care for your health and your family with comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits and invest in your future with 401(k) plans with a 6% employer match on your contributions.
    • Enhance your growth and development with mentoring and money to take training classes.
    • Thrive in a welcoming, supportive, and inclusive environment where we treat others with fairness and respect, celebrate diversity, and elevate equality and inclusion as an equal opportunity employer.
    Be the one who makes a difference

    With an innovative mind, a hungry heart, and engaging spirit you can change lives through education. Be a part of Vertex Education and let's make a difference together. Apply Today
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