Per Scholas ยท 1 week ago
Junior Staff Accountant
United States
Full-time
Remote
Entry Level
$60K/yr - $65K/yr
3+ years expPer Scholas is dedicated to driving mobility and opportunity in the technology landscape through tech training. The Junior Staff Accountant will implement best-practice policies for accurate and timely accounting functions, support the financial close process, and evaluate processes for efficiency improvements.
Information Technology & Services
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
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in accounting or equivalent required
3+ years of Accounting experience
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
Preferred
ERP system experience in SAGE Intacct, procurement, or a similar system is preferred
Benefits
Competitive salary and extensive benefits & wellness program
Robust PTO, Medical, dental, and vision
Last week at year-end off
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
Company
Per Scholas
Per Scholas is proud to celebrate 30 years of fostering economic mobility by giving individuals from diverse backgrounds access to high-growth tech careers.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Damon Lucky
Chief Executive Officer
Kenneth L. W.
Executive Vice President, Advisor to the CEO
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