Cengage Learning

Sr Accountant, Technical Accounting (Remote)

Cengage Learning$77K — $123K *
US-AnywhereRemote in Ohio, US
Legal & Accounting
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance required, CPA preferred.
  • 4+ years of experience with increasing responsibilities; public accounting experience preferred.
  • Attention to detail and strong organizational skills are essential.
  • Ability to thrive in fast-paced, multi-priority environments and implement change effectively.
  • Strong communication and analytical skills are critical.
  • Familiarity with Workiva is a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Research and advise on technical accounting topics, including GAAP and SEC matters.
  • Prepare technical memos, analyses, and presentations.
  • Collaborate with internal teams to address complex accounting issues.
  • Assist in preparing financial statements, disclosures, and achieving audit readiness.
  • Provide backup support for the financial reporting team.
  • Support internal controls and SOX compliance initiatives.
  • Facilitate coordination with counsel and external auditors.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive Total Rewards package supporting employee well-being.
  • Commitment to employee empowerment and support.
  • Opportunities for professional development and growth.
Full Job Description
What you'll do here:
  • Research and advise on technical accounting topics, including GAAP, financial reporting, and SEC matters.
  • Prepare comprehensive technical memos, analyses, and presentations.
  • Collaborate with internal teams to resolve complex accounting issues.
  • Assist with the preparation of financial statements, disclosures, and audit readiness.
  • Operate as backup support for the financial reporting team.
  • Support internal controls and SOX compliance initiatives.
  • Facilitate coordination with internal and external counsel, as well as external auditors.


Skills you will need here:
  • Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance required, CPA preferred.
  • 4+ years of growing responsibilities and related experience; public accounting experience is a plus.
  • Careful attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
  • Ability to thrive in a multi-priority, fast-paced environment and successfully implement change.
  • Strong communication and analytical skills.
  • Familiarity with Workiva is an advantage.


Compensation

At Cengage Group, we take great pride in our commitment to providing a comprehensive and rewarding Total Rewards package designed to support and empower our employees. Click here to learn more about our Total Rewards Philosophy.

The full base pay range has been provided for this position. Individual base pay will vary based on work schedule, qualifications, experience, internal equity, and geographic location. Sales roles often incorporate a significant incentive compensation program beyond this base pay range.

$77,100.00 - $123,300.00 USD

About Cengage Learning

Cengage is an American educational content, technology, and services company for the higher education, K-12, professional, and library markets. It operates in more than 20 countries around the world. The company provides print and digital textbooks, instructor supplements, online reference databases, distance learning courses, test preparation materials, corporate training courses, career assessment tools, and other educational materials. Cengage was founded in 2007 as a merger between Thomson Learning and Gale. In 2018, the company filed for bankruptcy and emerged with a new ownership structure. Cengage has approximately 5,000 employees and generates over $1.5 billion in annual revenue.
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5,000 employees
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Founded
1994

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