Learning Care Group · 2 hours ago
Staff Accountant
Novi, MI
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry Level
$72K/yr - $80K/yr
3+ years expLearning Care Group is dedicated to caring for children and families, as well as their team members. The Staff Accountant ensures the integrity of accounting information by managing general ledger functions, preparing financial statements, and meeting strict deadlines for reporting. This role involves a variety of accounting activities, including reconciliations, audits, and developing accounting procedures.
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Responsibilities
Meet/exceed the vendors/customer’s (internal and external) expectations by understanding, anticipating, and meeting customer needs. Exhibit proactive communication; act and think with customers in mind and ensure communication is clear and follow-up is delivered
Friendly, enthusiastic, and energetic with customers, co-workers, managers, and visitors. Promote and project a positive company image; treats others with courtesy and respect
Perform monthly, quarterly, and annual accounting activities including journal entries, budget preparation and reconciliations of accounts, coordination and completion of annual audits, and reviewing financial reports/support as necessary
Prepare period end reconciliations of standard balance sheet accounts including various current and non-current assets and accrued liabilities using Oracle ERP review for reasonableness and provide the final draft to supervisor for review by assigned deadlines
Review and analyze period-end fluctuations in assigned income statement and/or balance sheet accounts including variances to various metrics within assigned deadlines
Prepare and/or review various month end reports and assist in review of Oracle ERP generated reports prior to distribution within assigned deadlines
Answer accounting and financial questions by researching and interpreting data
Analyze information and options by developing spreadsheet reports, verifying information
Prepare necessary schedules for the year-end external audit and quarterly reviews as assigned by management
Develop and implement accounting procedures by analyzing current procedures, recommending changes
Works closely in conjunction with Sr. Staff Accountants
Assist on all projects within the prescribed deadline as required by the Sr. Accountants, Accounting Managers, CAO/CFO
Protect organization's value by keeping information confidential
Accomplish accounting and organization mission by completing related projects as needed
Assists with other duties as directed by supervisor
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in accounting, or a bachelor's degree in business/finance (or equivalent education and experience) with emphasis in accounting, is required. Degree(s) must be from a credible college or university
Minimum 3-4 years of experience in public accounting or in a corporate accounting position
Good knowledge of US GAAP and SOX compliance
Excellent customer service and follow-up skills with both internal and external customers
Capable of working with frequent interruptions and changing priorities
Effective communication skills, written, verbal and interpersonal
Proficient time management, ability to meet strict deadlines, organizational and problem-solving skills
Must have excellent work habits, including a willingness to work the hours necessary to get the job done, especially when important deadlines cause greater than normal departmental pressures
Strong analytical/quantitative skills, attention to accuracy and detail
High degree of knowledge in Microsoft tools: Excel, Word, Teams, etc
Preferred
Master's Degree is a plus but not required
Oracle ERP and other Oracle related experience is a plus
CPA or CMA is a plus but not required
Benefits
50% childcare discount
Immediate access to benefits
Innovative health programs
401(k) company match
Ongoing training
Tuition reimbursement
Credential assistance
Master Teacher Program
Paid time off
Health and Wellness Benefits
Medical, dental, vision, healthcare & dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
Life insurance
Disability
Accident
Critical illness
Hospital indemnity
Pre-paid legal
Pet insurance
Identity theft protection
401(k) retirement plan
Education assistance including tuition reimbursement
Childcare discount available to all employees
Corporate partner Discounts
Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO) plan
Company
Learning Care Group
Learning Care Group is the Second-largest for-profit child care provider .
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
PSP Investments
2018-03-13Series Unknown
2014-05-05Acquired
Leadership Team
John Bork
President, Chief Executive Officer
Adam Schober
Chief Financial Officer
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