IT Project Manager - Job 28 9/11/2026, 6:56:37 AM

Role overview

This remote Staff or Senior Accountant position supports the finance function of a cloud-based learning platform company that powers certification, credentialing, test prep, and continuing education programs. Reporting to the Controller, the role combines hands-on accounting with reporting, budgeting, and continuous process improvement. The ideal candidate is analytical, proactive, and comfortable communicating financial information to stakeholders across the organization.

Responsibilities

- Manage core accounting activities including account reconciliations, journal entries, accounts receivable, accounts payable, and billing - Review company expenditures to confirm correct allocation across departments and report back as needed - Ensure transactions are treated correctly under GAAP and internal policies, including revenue recognition on billing - Review general ledger accounts and post monthly, quarterly, and yearly accruals - Assist in preparing financial statements (balance sheet, income statement, changes in financial position) and budget variance analysis - Support the design and preparation of budgets for management review - Prepare year-end schedules for annual tax returns - Identify and implement improvements to accounting processes and procedures

Requirements

- Bachelor's degree in accounting; CPA preferred - 3–5 years of experience for Staff level, or 5–8 years for Senior level, in accounting or auditing; public accounting background preferred - Thorough knowledge of financial statement preparation, GAAP, and revenue recognition - Strong verbal and written communication skills - Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities - Self-starter with strong organizational skills, ownership mentality, and ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment - Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel - Experience with accounting systems such as NetSuite, Intacct, or QuickBooks strongly preferred

Benefits and work setup

- Fully remote position - Salary range of $65,000–$85,000 USD, set based on Chicago market data - Medical and ancillary benefits, potential for annual bonus, work-from-home stipend, and flexible paid time off - Annual $1,200 professional development stipend