Senior Accountant

Scottsdale, AZ

Cadence Education is currently in search of our next Senior Accountant in Scottsdale, AZ. 

Cadence Education is one of the premier early childhood educators in the United States, operating over 300 private preschools and elementary schools across 30 states. With over 30 years in business, we have developed an unparalleled expertise in preparing students to thrive in the next step of their childhood.

At Cadence Education, our mission is to create bright futures for children, families, employees and our communities. This mission can only be accomplished through a team of passionate childcare professionals who combine their talents to provide an unparalleled level of care and compassion for children and their families. Our research-based curriculum and home-based environments are the leading edge of early education.

Our schools are staffed with individuals who are talented, fun, and genuinely enthusiastic about child development and learning. We encourage collaboration and cherish open-communication in each school and with our corporate office.  We work hard to create an outstanding work-life balance by supporting leaders and staff members every step of the way. For additional information about Cadence, please visit www.cadence-education.com.

Benefits of Working Full Time at Cadence Education:

• Competitive compensation
• 50% childcare tuition discount
• NEW! 401(k) with employer match
• Educational and professional development
• Comprehensive benefit package for all full-time employees, including:
• Paid time off that increases with seniority
• Medical, dental, vision options available
• Additional life, disability, and retirement plans
• Tuition reimbursement
• Company-paid life insurance
• Paid holidays
• 401K
• Pet insurance
• Paid CDA 

Senior Accountant Required Skills and Education:

• Must have the ability to work in a fast-paced environment handling a high-volume workload dealing with priorities & deadlines.
• Must have strong Excel skills including knowledge of Pivot Tables and VLOOKUP.
• Ability to communicate with all levels of the organization utilizing various communication methods (calls, emails, text messages) by having excellent verbal and communication skills.
• Must be team-oriented with effective interpersonal skills that allow successful business interactions with individuals of a variety of work styles, personalities, and career levels.
• Requires the ability to read, write and speak effectively in English.
• Requires a bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; or an equivalent combination of training and progressively responsible experience that will result in the required specialized knowledge and abilities to perform the assigned work.
• Must have a minimum of five (5) years of accounting experience that demonstrates an understanding of the required knowledge, skills, and abilities
• Public accounting experience preferred
• CPA preferred 

 Senior Accountant Job Responsibilities:

Under the direction of the Accounting Manager, the Sr Accountant is responsible for ensuring the integrity of accounting information by recording, verifying, consolidating, and entering transactions. This position maintains and balances general ledger accounts by verifying, allocating, posting, and reconciling transactions and resolving discrepancies. The Sr Accountant will also assist with the annual audit and other ad hoc projects as required.

1. Keeps records to ensure the integrity of accounting information by recording, verifying, consolidating, and entering transactions.

2. Maintains and balances accounts by verifying, allocating, posting, and reconciling transactions and resolving discrepancies.

3. Reviews and analyzes financial statements for discrepancies or other issues. Applies professional judgment in the performance of the role.

4. Assists with the annual audit by providing supporting schedules and answering questions as applicable.

5. Establishes and maintains good working relationships with all levels of management and key stakeholders. Supports our field operations and other departments by answering questions and providing requested information timely.

6. Assist with other ad hoc projects as required.

Cadence Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer.