Senior Staff Accountant

$100,000 - $100,000/Yr

Ess - Austin, TX

Full-time - Mid Level

Austin, TX

501-1,000 employees

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Senior Staff Accountant at ESS plays a crucial role in maintaining the financial stability and growth of one of the largest substitute staffing companies in the United States. This position involves preparing financial statements, managing budgets, and overseeing a small team, all while contributing to the mission of improving education for millions of students. The role is dynamic and fast-paced, requiring a strong accounting background and a passion for education.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly financial statements, reports, and records by collecting, analyzing and summarizing account information.
• Fixed asset processing and reporting.
• Develop and update budgets.
• Prepare balance sheet reconciliations monthly.
• Review and approve all disbursements prior to processing.
• Research and reconcile all discrepancies.
• Manage 1-2 direct reports (with growth).
• Develop employee's compensation and bonus structures.
• Additional projects directed by Controller, CFO and/or CEO.

Requirements

• Must have an accounting degree and minimum 5 years experience.
• CPA certification is a plus.
• Expert in Excel and creating pivot tables.
• Accuracy in daily work and other projects.
• Ability to meet communicated schedules and deadlines.
• Adherence to policies, procedures, and instructions of Manager of Financial Reporting.
• Ability to function as a team player.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Short/Long term Disability
• 401k
• $10,000 sign on bonus (paid in two increments)
• Annual performance bonus up to 10% of salary
• Paid bi-weekly
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays