[Remote] Senior International Accountant (Ongoing contract with benefits) at Udacity

Egypt

Udacity Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
NoVisa
EdTech, Technology, EducationIndustries

Requirements

  • 5+ years of complex international accounting experience (Public Accounting and SaaS background strongly desired)
  • Hands-on and detail-oriented with proven experience in AP, AR, GL, intercompany, financial reporting, tax, and audit
  • Experience in NetSuite strongly preferred; must have experience with a major ERP system and be a super user of Excel
  • Fluency in English (verbal and written) required
  • Currently located within reasonable driving distance to Cairo, Egypt (remote role with periodic onsite days; no relocation assistance)

Responsibilities

  • Support the accounting and reporting processes for assigned countries from beginning to end, including recording and review of journal entries and other accounting records, reconciliations for monthly/quarterly/year-end close, preparation and review of financial statements, and monthly detailed flux analysis for the income statement and balance sheet
  • Reconcile and review Accounts Payable and Payroll transactions prior to payment, and record entries in the ERP system (NetSuite) accurately and on time
  • Ensure timely customer billing, collection, and revenue recognitions
  • Deliver accurate and timely recording, reconciliation and application of inter-company transactions, billing, payments, and accounting
  • Prepare monthly actual cash flow report and cash forecast report for the next month along with flux analysis
  • Monitor and review banking transactions to safeguard Company’s assets
  • Complete accurate statutory audit, income tax, indirect tax filings, census filings, and other applicable regulatory filings meeting all deadlines
  • Establish and refine internal controls and best accounting practices
  • Identify and implement opportunities for automation and process improvement
  • Assist on projects and ad-hoc assignments as needed

Skills

International Accounting
IFRS
Financial Statements
Statutory Audit
Tax Compliance
Intercompany Accounting
Compliance
Process Improvement

Udacity

Online platform for tech skills education

About Udacity

Udacity is an online education platform that teaches tech skills such as programming, data science, and artificial intelligence through courses developed with industry leaders. The platform emphasizes hands-on learning with real-world projects and offers 24/7 mentor support to assist students. Unlike many competitors, Udacity operates on a subscription model and provides comprehensive "Nanodegree" programs, as well as corporate training solutions. The goal is to deliver practical education that helps individuals advance their careers and enables companies to upskill their employees.

Mountain View, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2011Year Founded
$155.6MTotal Funding
DEBTCompany Stage
EducationIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Health Care - No-premium health, dental, and vision benefits, 401K, FSA
Lifestyle - Monthly wellness stipend (gym memberships, work-out gear, etc.)
Learning - Reimbursements for conferences, classes, and seminars
Flexibility - Flexible work hours, unlimited vacation, and paid parental leave
Meals - Healthy catered lunches, dinners, snacks, and drinks on site
Fun - Board games, team outings, company parties, and more

Risks

Increased competition from free resources like Coursera could impact Udacity's market share.
Rapid tech changes may render Udacity's course content outdated quickly.
Accenture's acquisition may lead to strategic shifts alienating existing customers.

Differentiation

Udacity offers hands-on learning with real-world projects and datasets.
The platform provides 24/7 mentor support for coding questions.
Udacity's courses are designed in collaboration with industry leaders.

Upsides

Accenture's acquisition enhances Udacity's reach and resources for tech training.
Udacity's partnerships offer scholarships, expanding access to underserved students.
The rise of micro-credentials boosts Udacity's market relevance and appeal.

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