Accounting Analyst

Summary

Join MasteryPrep's Finance team as a highly motivated Accounting Analyst! This critical role ensures accurate financial data, compliance, and supports reporting and financial planning. You will collaborate on reporting and FP&A, managing accounts payable, supporting month-end close, and preparing reconciliations. You'll also maintain vendor relationships, ensure sales tax compliance, and manage fixed assets. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to a mission-driven organization dedicated to improving educational equity. The role requires strong analytical and communication skills, along with experience in accounting and financial analysis. MasteryPrep offers a competitive salary and benefits package.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• 2+ years of experience in accounting or a related role
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
• High level of proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel
• Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple projects and competing priorities
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to maintain clear communication across teams
• Proactive problem-solving skills, including the ability to identify risks and propose solutions
• Receptivity to feedback, willingness to learn, and adaptability to changing circumstances
• Experience with financial forecasting, budgeting, and variance (flux) analysis
• Knowledge of sales tax regulations
• Dedicated remote workspace with stable internet
• Must reside in one of the following states: AL, AR, CA, FL, GA, ID, IL, KY, LA, MA, MI, MS, NC, NY, OK, OR, SC, TN, TX

Responsibilities

• Manage accounts payable processes, ensuring accurate and timely payments
• Perform bank reconciliations and other reconciliations as needed
• Manage fixed assets
• Forecast operating expenses (OpEx) and analyze budget-to-actual variances (flux analysis)
• Apply cash receipts and maintain accurate accounting records
• Ensure compliance with sales tax regulations and reporting
• Provide analytical support for budgeting and financial forecasting processes
• Maintain vendor relationships, addressing accounting inquiries as needed
• Work independently while collaborating with team members to meet deadlines and achieve deliverables
• Communicate financial updates clearly to internal stakeholders, ensuring data is accurate and actionable

Benefits

• $60,000+ starting salary, based on experience and qualifications
• Employee benefits eligibility (health, disability, AD&D, life insurance)
• Matching 401k
• Paid time off
• Generous paid holiday
• Ability to work fully remote
• Company-supplied laptop