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Senior AccountantStrategic Education • Minneapolis, MN, US
Senior Accountant

Senior Accountant

Strategic Education • Minneapolis, MN, US
12 hours ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Senior Accountant

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Accountant to join our dynamic Accounting team. Reporting directly to the Director of Accounting, this role is responsible for executing daily and month-end accounting activities, preparing account reconciliations, performing financial analysis, and maintaining subledgers as needed. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical accounting expertise, a detail-oriented mindset, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment. We value individuals who are passionate about their work, quick to learn, and eager to contribute meaningfully to our evolving business. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a team that is driving transformational initiatives across the organization. We are committed to supporting the professional growth and development of our team members and offer opportunities to expand your impact and advance your career. This position will be onsite 1-2 days a week at one of our locations, Herndon VA or Minneapolis MN, depending on where you are located.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities :

  • Compile and analyze data to prepare journal entries for various accounts and transactions.
  • Maintain and reconcile various subledgers.
  • Prepare monthly reconciliations for balance sheet accounts, including independently identifying and resolving reconciling items in support of ending account balances.
  • Prepare various month-end schedules and variance analyses.
  • Apply the financial policies and procedures of the company and communicate to management any inconsistencies or issues identified during the daily or month-end close processes.
  • Independently communicate with other company personnel and contacts outside of the company to gather needed information and / or resolve issues.
  • Generate and send daily reports to various departments as needed.
  • Work on various SOX tasks and projects.
  • Assists with requests related to internal and external audits and work with auditors to resolve audit questions.
  • Reviews existing processes identifies opportunities for improvement and helps to implement approved changes.
  • Other duties and special projects as assigned.

Job Skills :

  • Demonstrated knowledge of a commonly used ERP / General Ledger system (Oracle / PeopleSoft financials is a plus).
  • Hands-on experience with subledger systems.
  • Experience with Blackline is a plus.
  • Extreme attention to detail.
  • Strong analytical skills and ability to manipulate financial data.
  • Intermediate knowledge of US GAAP.
  • Strong working knowledge of MS Excel (pivots, VLOOKUP's, nested formulas, etc.).
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • Willingness to work extra hours during month-end / quarter-end close cycle.
  • Work Experience :

  • 4-6 years of industry and / or public accounting experience, including experience with a publicly-traded company.
  • Education :

  • Bachelor's degree in accounting from a regionally accredited institution.
  • Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations :

  • CPA preferred but not required.
  • Other :

  • Travel via plane, car, and public transportation is not required to perform this job.
  • Must have the flexibility to work more than 40 hours per week when business needs warrant.
  • Must be able to lift 10 lbs.
  • Mobility within the office including movement from floor to floor.
  • Access information using a computer.
  • Effectively communicate, both up and down the management chain.
  • Effectively cope with stressful situations.
  • Strong mental acuity.
  • SEI offers a comprehensive package of benefits to employees scheduled 30 hours or more per week. In addition to medical, dental, vision, life and disability plans, SEI employees may take advantage of well-being incentives, parental leave, paid time off, certain paid holidays, tax saving accounts (FSA, HSA), 401(k) retirement benefit, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, tuition assistance as well as entertainment and retail discounts. Non-exempt employees are eligible for overtime pay, if applicable.

    SEI is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and collaborative culture where individuals can grow their careers and contribute fully. We strive to attract talent with broad experiences, skills and perspectives. We welcome applications from all. While it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top end of the pay range at SEI, we offer a competitive salary. The actual base pay offered to the successful candidate may vary depending on multiple factors including, but not limited to, job-related knowledge / skills, experience, business needs, geographical location, and internal pay equity.

    $82,800.00 - $124,200.00 - Salary

    If you require reasonable accommodations to complete our application process, please contact our Human Resources Department at Careers@strategiced.com.

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