Certified Public Accountant (CPA) / Senior Staff Accountant

UWorld is the worldwide leader in online test prep practice question banks. Since 2003, thousands of students have used UWorld’s products to prepare for their high-stakes examinations. Due to continued growth, UWorld is looking to add a CPA / Senior Staff Accountant to the Finance and Accounting Team. Central to the accountant’s role is a strong understanding of GAAP with the ability to consistently apply critical thinking to the daily work. And in support of UWorld’s focus on Excellence and Best Practice, the CPA / Senior Staff Accountant must work collaboratively and collectively with those internal and external to the department.

Job Duties, including but not limited to

• Uses UWorld accounting systems for daily accounting responsibilities - GL/AP/AR/FA/PR/CASH
• Support month end close process through timely preparation of journal entries and reconciliation of general ledger accounts
• Researches, investigates, and reports issues and corrections related to general ledger transactions
• Assist in the review of income statement and balance sheet accounts to support monthly operating review and variance analysis to actual and budget
• Prepares roll forward schedules (i.e., fixed assets, equity, prepaids, deferred revenue)
• Assist in streamlining processes and improve the quality and timeliness of deliverables

• Support the team as needed for monthly, quarterly, and annual tax filings
• Support the team in the annual budget process
• Support the team in the annual external audit in the preparation/provision of Prepared By Client (PBC) requests
• Run ad hoc reports and account analysis as needed
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

Required Skills

• Knowledge of accounting principles (i.e., GAAP), regulatory rules, regulations, and requirements as it pertains to private companies
• Experience in shared services and consolidated financial reporting
• Experience required in deadline driven, multi-tasked, and dynamic environment
• Experience in Microsoft Office Suite or other comparable programs

Educational Requirements and Experience

• Master’s degree or equivalent in Accounting/Finance/Business
• 3+ years experience as a Senior Staff Accountant and/or equivalent
• CPA preferred
• 2+ years of public accounting experience preferred

Benefits

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive compensation (contingent on experience)

• Paid time off (based on sliding scale according to hire date and work hours), parental leave, bereavement, and 8 hours of volunteer time
• A generous paid holiday schedule that includes the entire week of Christmas
• Comprehensive benefits package (medical, vision, dental, life, disability and pet insurance)
• 401(k) plan for retirement with 5% employer matching (eligibility after 90 days of employment)
• Annual professional and career development opportunities available
• Relaxed work environment that offers flexibility to work remotely 1 day per week
• Social Committee that offers an inclusive environment to get to know coworkers in a fun way
• Daily on-site group fitness classes

At UWorld, we believe strength is derived from the talents, ideas, and experiences of a diverse workforce. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, veteran status, or any other protected class. UWorld is proud to be an equal opportunity employer providing a drug-free workplace. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.