What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Staff Accountant position at Shared Services?
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On a mission to bring learning to life, Learning Resources®, Educational Insights and hand2mind are the trio of brands that are trusted by teachers and loved by families. Voted among the Chicago Tribune’s Top Workplaces in 2020 and 2021, we are a 300-person strong, family-owned organization dedicated to helping kids succeed in school and develop a love of learning. In addition to high-quality, hands-on products like VersaTiles® and Cuisenaire® Rods, we make Toy of the Year winners Tumble Trax®, Botley® the Coding Robot, and Coding Critters™ as well as Kanoodle®, GeoSafari® Jr., and Circuit Explorer™. We pride ourselves on having a thriving culture and a diverse, creative atmosphere. Come join our award-winning team today!
Position Description:
The Staff Accountant is responsible for preparing the monthly standard Journal Entries, participating in the month end closing process, preparing bank and account reconciliations, managing fixed assets, royalties, and the sales tax filings. This role assists the Accounting Manager in preparing daily and monthly financial reports and analyses.
Scope of Responsibilities:
The individual in this role will:
- Participate in monthly financial close process and provide support for audits and tax preparation
- Reconcile assigned accounts and prepare standard and recurring journal entries.
- Research, analyze, and prepare commentary for the assigned accounts to assist in the preparation of the monthly internal financial package.
- Prepare/file/analyze and process submissions and payments for monthly, quarterly, and annual sales tax returns
- Manage fixed assets
- Manage Royalty calculation and reporting
- Manage and reconcile daily cash and monthly statements
- Assist with the preparation of the annual budget and related budget reporting analysis
- Provide ad hoc analysis as needed
Requirements/Preferences:
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, CPA preferred
- 2-5 years of experience in accounting
- Knowledge and understanding of GAAP
- Ability to prioritize tasks and projects
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Strong ERP background, D365 preferred
- Intermediate/advanced Excel skills
- Sales tax preparation experience preferred
Ideal attributes:
- Ability to work independently and cross functionally
- High level of attention to detail and accuracy
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Ability to recognize and solve problems using both analytical and problem-solving skills
We are a drug-free workplace and an EEO employer.
Please note: This role will be filled by our internal recruitment team, so no assistance is needed from any outside staffing agency at this time.
