Staff Accountant

Ascent is a leading provider of innovative financial products and student support services that enable more students to access education and achieve academic and economic success. Everything Ascent offers is designed with the best-in-class teams and technology to increase every student's ability to plan, pay, and succeed in their education and career. Ascent's planning tools and financing resources are co-created by students for those in college, graduate school, and career training programs. Ascent offers financial wellness education, student success services, and one-on-one and digital career coaching that put students' academic and professional goals within reach. Ascent has been widely recognized for its strong culture – named “Best Places to Work” by the San Diego Business Journal for the past 5 years – and as an industry leader – named “Best Student Loan” by NerdWallet for the past 3 years.As a Staff Accountant, you will be responsible for performing various accounting tasks, such as preparing financial statements, reconciling ledger accounts, analyzing data, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulations. You will assist the Senior Accounting Manager with month-end and year-end closing processes, along with financial statement audits. You will report to the Senior Accounting Manager and work closely with other departments to provide accurate and timely financial information.Responsibilities:Prepare journal entries, adjusting entries, and accrualsReconcile general ledger accounts, bank statements, and intercompany transactionsProcess accounts payable transactionsPrepare and deliver various customer invoices and manage collectionsPrepare and analyze financial statements, such as income statement, balance sheet, and cash flow statementAssist with monthly, quarterly, and annual closing processes and reportingEnsure compliance with GAAP, tax laws, and internal policies and proceduresPrepare periodic compliance reports for various external partiesAssist with external and internal audits and provide supporting documentationPerform variance analysis and identify areas for improvementMaintain and update fixed asset records and depreciation schedulesSupport the budgeting and forecasting processRespond to accounting inquiries and requests from management and other departmentsResearch and resolve accounting issues and discrepanciesKeep abreast of accounting standards, regulations, and best practicesPerform other accounting duties and projects as assignedMinimum Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related fieldAt least two years of experience in accounting or auditingCPA certification or working towards CPA certification is preferredAdvanced user with Microsoft Excel and accounting software, such as QuickBooks, Sage, or Oracle; NetSuite & SQL experience a plusKnowledge of GAAP, tax laws, and accounting principles and practicesStrong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skillsAttention to detail and accuracyAbility to work independently and as part of a teamExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsAbility to meet tight deadlines and work under pressureCompetitive pay with bonus, and comprehensive benefits package that includes, but not limited to:Compensation includes base salary of $68,000 - $78,000 commensurate with experience, plus bonus and options.Company Stock Options401(k) + Company MatchMedical, dental, and vision coverageAnnual HSA contribution of $1,600Life insurance, disability, and critical illness14 Paid Holidays! Eleven (11) + Two (2) Community Days + Your Birthday!Snacks and drinks in the officeTuition reimbursement programGenerous paid leave policies$2,000 Vacation Incentive Plan after 3 years + $1,000 Sabbatical DayWellness, Work from Home funds, and more!

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