Accounting Analyst

Job Description

Company Overview: Age of Learning® is the leading education technology innovator, creating engaging and effective learning resources to help children build a strong foundation for academic success and a lifelong love of learning. Our research-based digital education programs have proven efficacy in increasing children’s learning gains, and our curriculum is developed by an experienced team of education experts. Age of Learning’s flagship product, ABCmouse.com® Early Learning Academy , is an award-winning comprehensive curriculum for children. Adventure Academy TM , a massively multiplayer online game (MMO), provides elementary-and middle-school-age learners the opportunity to build critical knowledge in language, arts, math, science, social studies, and more in a fun and safe virtual world. The company’s School Solutions Programs include My Math Academy® , an adaptive, personalized program that helps students master foundational math concepts, and My Reading AcademyTM , which helps young learners become fluent readers and build a foundation for reading comprehension and literacy. With over 10 billion learning activities completed by more than 50 million children worldwide, Age of Learning is a global leader in efforts to advance equity, access, and opportunity for all children. To learn more about Age of Learning, visit www.AgeofLearning.com . Summary: Age of Learning, Inc. is seeking a knowledgeable Accounting Analyst to support various tax and accounting-related tasks and projects. The ideal candidate is proactive and comfortable working in a fast-paced and collaborative environment. This role will work closely with the finance and accounting teams, implementing and managing various projects, and providing overall support in tax and accounting

Responsibilities:

• Perform various month-end and year-end accounting close activities, including preparing journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules
• Ensure financial information and schedules are accurate and maintained in accordance with US GAAP.
• Specific exposure to ASC 606 Revenue from Contracts with Customers and ASC 350 Intangibles – Goodwill and Other is preferred
• Prepare financial statements, including income statement byproduct, for dissemination to senior management, partners, and other third parties as needed
• Prepare monthly variance analysis by department, product, and other segments
• Coordinate with external auditors for requests and inquiries
• Ensure controls are properly performed within the order to cash and financial close processes, and financial reporting
• Partner with internal departments and external consultants as needed, to support ongoing improvements to business processes, procedures, and accounting systems
• Perform various projects such as research, special projects, and analysis as needed

Required Qualifications:

• 3+ years of relevant accounting experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field or equivalent years of experience
• Knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures in accounting
• Deep analytical skills and attention to detail; able to multi-task on multiple projects with varying deadlines
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certified Public Accountant preferred
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics Business Central software is a plus

The estimated salary range for a new hire in this position is $75,000 USD to $95,000 USD. Salary may vary depending on job-related factors, including knowledge, skills, experience, and location. Age of Learning currently provides: • 90% of employee health and welfare benefits premiums & 65% of dependent benefits premiums • A 401(k) program with employer match • 15 paid vacation days (increases to 20 days on your 3-year anniversary), 11 observed national paid holidays plus 9 sick days • Our flexible work culture means 2 or more days in the office (hybrid) or 100% fully remote options available for most positions An Equal Opportunity Employer Age of Learning, Inc. (the “Company”) is committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender expression, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, veteran or military status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, domestic partner status, genetic information, or any other legally-recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local laws, regulations, or ordinances. Age of Learning, Inc. (the “Company”) will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories pursuant to EEOC requirements and state applicable laws, e.g. New York City Fair Chance Act. Employee/Applicant Privacy Notice Apply for this job