Staff Accountant

<Company Overview>
Educatius Group is a global leader in international education, welcoming students from over 50 countries to academic programs worldwide. With a strong presence across multiple countries, we partner with top-tier high schools and universities to provide enriching educational experiences and support for international students.

<Overview>
We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our dynamic finance team. In this vital role, you will be responsible for managing core accounting functions, ensuring compliance with financial regulations, and supporting the organization’s financial health. Your expertise will help maintain accurate financial records, prepare essential reports, and contribute to the overall financial management of our organization.

<Duties>

• Prepare and record journal entries, ensuring accuracy in double entry bookkeeping and adherence to GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles)
• Reconcile general ledger accounts and perform balance sheet reconciliations to ensure data integrity
• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable processes efficiently using accounting software such as QuickBooks, Xero, or PeopleSoft
• Assist with financial statement preparation and interpret financial reports to support decision-making
• Conduct bank reconciliations, cash flow analysis, and account analysis to monitor financial health
• Support regulatory reporting requirements, including SOX (Sarbanes-Oxley Act) compliance and other governmental or non-profit accounting standards such as LIHTC (Low-Income Housing Tax Credit) regulations
• Collaborate with internal teams on budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis projects while mentoring junior staff members in technical accounting practices

<Qualifications>

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA certification is a plus
• Proven experience in corporate accounting or public accounting environments with knowledge of GAAP and financial concepts
• Strong proficiency in accounting software such as QuickBooks, Sage, or SAP by Design; experience with Microsoft Excel for financial report writing and analysis is essential
• Familiarity with SOX compliance, governmental accounting standards, non-profit accounting practices, and securities law is highly desirable
• Demonstrated ability to perform account reconciliation, bank reconciliation, and journal entries accurately
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data and prepare detailed reports
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail; ability to manage multiple priorities effectively
• Experience in financial management tasks such as budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow analysis is preferred
• Self motivated and eager to grow.

Join our team as a Staff Accountant and play a key role in supporting our organization’s mission through precise financial management. We value proactive professionals who thrive in collaborative environments and are eager to contribute their expertise toward our continued success.

Pay: $60,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) 4% Match
• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Work from home

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Accounting: 2 years (Required)

Location:

• Portland, ME 04101 (Preferred)

Work Location: Remote