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ABOUT PER SCHOLAS:
For nearly 30 years, Per Scholas has been on a mission to drive equity and opportunity in the ever-advancing technology landscape by unlocking the untapped potential of individuals, uplifting communities, and meeting the needs of employers through rigorous tech training. By teaming up with dynamic employer partners, ranging from Fortune 500 companies to innovative startups, we're forging inclusive tech talent pipelines, fulfilling an ever-increasing need for skilled talent. With national remote training and campuses in 20+ cities and counting, Per Scholas offers no-cost training programs in the most sought-after tech skills, spanning Cloud, Cybersecurity, Data Engineering, IT Support, Software Engineering, and more. To date, 25,000+ individuals have been trained through Per Scholas, propelling their professional trajectories into high-growth tech careers with salaries three times higher than their pre-training earnings. Learn more by visiting PerScholas.org and follow us on LinkedIn, X, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
Position Title: Junior Staff Accountant
Introduction:
The Junior Staff Accountant will be responsible for implementing best-practice policies to ensure the accurate, and timely processing of monthly accounting functions. The roles & duties require a hands-on, self-starting, disciplined, and detail-oriented individual with an eye for process improvement and a knack for working independently in a high-volume environment.
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Organizes the administration and facilitates the maintenance of state sales tax exemption forms
- Monitor AP mailbox and Airbase AP module for support; manage employee expenses, virtual cards and corporate card reimbursements.
- Manage major vendor expense allocations
- Performs general accounting and other related duties for the organization
- Prepares monthly General Ledger and Balance Sheet analysis.
- Reconciles bank accounts monthly, verifies deposits, and addresses inquiries from banks.
- Provides outside auditors with assistance; gathers necessary account information and documents to perform annual audit.
- Maintains knowledge of acceptable accounting practices and procedures.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
- Support monthly financial close process, including preparing account reconciliations
- Work within multiple entities to ensure standard processes are being followed across the organization
- Evaluate processes and procedures to identify areas that can be improved for better efficiency and controls through automation
- Assist with projects, and ad hoc requests as necessary
Here’s what you have:
- Bachelor's degree in accounting or equivalent required
- 5+ years of Accounting experience
- ERP system experience in SAGE Intacct, procurement, or a similar system is preferred
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets required
- Ability to work independently, with a strong work ethic, self-motivation, and problem-solving skills
- Attention to detail and high level of accuracy
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal; position is highly visible in the company
Why you'll love working here:
- Competitive salary and extensive benefits & wellness program
- Robust PTO, Medical, dental, and vision
- Last week at year-end off
- A flexible, hybrid work model
- Family planning support including an expanded parental leave
- Participation in our sabbatical program
- Growth and development initiatives
- Matching 401(k) up to 6% of bi-weekly payroll
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For this role specifically, we are targeting a salary of $65,000 with a range between $50,000 and $70,000 where the difference in salary is typically determined by several factors, including geography in which the selected candidate resides, and alignment with qualifications and experience.
QUESTIONS?
If you have any questions about this role, please feel free to email our Talent team at jobs@perscholas.org. We look forward to viewing your application!
Equal Employment Opportunity
We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.
