Certified Public Accountant (CPA) / Senior Accountant

About this role

UWorld is the worldwide leader in online test prep practice question banks. Since 2003, thousands of students have used UWorld’s products to prepare for their high-stakes examinations. Due to continued growth, UWorld is looking to add a CPA / Senior Accountant to the Finance and Accounting Team. Central to the accountant’s role is a strong understanding of GAAP with the ability to consistently apply critical thinking to the daily work. And in support of UWorld’s focus on Excellence and Best Practice, the CPA / Senior Accountant must work collaboratively and collectively with those internal and external to the department.

Job Duties, including but not limited to
Uses UWorld accounting systems for daily accounting responsibilities - GL/AP/AR/FA/PR/CASH
Support month end close process through timely preparation of journal entries and reconciliation of general ledger accounts
Researches, investigates, and reports issues and corrections related to general ledger transactions
Assist in the review of income statement and balance sheet accounts to support monthly operating review and variance analysis to actual and budget
Prepares roll forward schedules (i.e., fixed assets, equity, prepaids, deferred revenue)
Assist in streamlining processes and improve the quality and timeliness of deliverables
Support the team as needed for monthly, quarterly, and annual tax filings
Support the team in the annual budget process
Support the team in the annual external audit in the preparation/provision of Prepared By Client (PBC) requests
Run ad hoc reports and account analysis as needed
Other duties as assigned
Requirements
Required Skills
Knowledge of accounting principles (i.e., GAAP), regulatory rules, regulations, and requirements as it pertains to private companies
Experience in shared services and consolidated financial reporting
Experience required in deadline driven, multi-tasked, and dynamic environment
Experience in Microsoft Office Suite or other comparable programs
Educational Requirements and Experience
Master’s degree or equivalent in Accounting/Finance/Business
3+ years experience as a Senior Staff Accountant and/or equivalent
CPA preferred
2+ years of public accounting experience preferred
Benefits
Compensation and Benefits
Competitive compensation (contingent on experience)
Paid time off (based on sliding scale according to hire date and work hours), parental leave, bereavement, and 8 hours of volunteer time
A generous paid holiday schedule that includes the entire week of Christmas
Comprehensive benefits package (medical, vision, dental, life, disability and pet insurance)
401(k) plan for retirement with 5% employer matching (eligibility after 90 days of employment)
Annual professional and career development opportunities available
Relaxed work environment that offers flexibility to work remotely 1 day per week
Social Committee that offers an inclusive environment to get to know coworkers in a fun way
Daily on-site group fitness classes

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