[Remote] Senior Manager, Accounting at Newsela

United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Education Technology, EdTechIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field and CPA required
7+ years of accounting experience with Big Four public accounting experience preferred
3+ years of people management experience which includes effective leadership, delegation, and development of high performing accounting teams
Displays effective communication and leadership skills
Well-versed in technical accounting documentation and providing support for financial statement audit
Strong understanding of financial reporting and US GAAP with experience in public accounting and/or public company experience
Skilled in solving problems and making decisions
Skilled in sharing information with others and facilitating the open exchange of ideas and information
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, very organized and detail-oriented
Thrives on process improvement, clean documentation, and enjoys working in a challenging, fast-paced environment
Self-starter excited to apply knowledge to strengthen processes

Responsibilities

Oversee complex accounting transactions and related projects
Ensure high risk accounts are properly accounted for
Manage, mentor, and develop a high performing team of accountants (general ledger team of 2-3 staff including accruals, accounts payable, equity, taxes, and capitalized software)
Set clear goals with team and align efforts with organizational objectives
Foster open, honest, and respectful communication
Monitor team performance, assist with removing roadblocks, provide support, and model accountability and professionalism
Make independent, informed, data-driven decisions
Manage conflicts effectively and resolve issues proactively
Work closely with FP&A, Content, Technology, and Legal teams to improve day-to-day accounting processes and documentation
Conduct technical accounting research and maintain/update accounting policies
Report directly to the Controller
Lead research and evaluation of transactions, legal contracts, business practices, new/modified accounting guidance, and policies for compliance
Identify and implement process improvements and automation for accuracy and efficiency
Interact with external auditors on accounting issues and support annual audit
Prepare/update technical accounting memos and process walkthroughs (e.g., capitalized software, stock-based compensation, purchase price accounting)
Provide insightful variance analysis and explain drivers of results to finance leadership and stakeholders
Draft original footnote disclosures for financial statements

Skills

Accounting

Leadership

Team Management

General Ledger

Accruals

Accounts Payable

Equity Accounting

Taxes

Technical Accounting Research

Accounting Policies

Process Improvement

Automation

FP&A Collaboration

Decision Making

Problem Solving

Newsela

Provides tailored educational content for K-12

About Newsela

Newsela offers tailored educational content for K-12 students, providing engaging instructional materials in subjects like English Language Arts, Science, and Social Studies. Schools and districts subscribe to access a library of articles that are updated daily and available at five different reading levels, ensuring accessibility for all students. The platform integrates with Learning Management Systems and includes features like activities and reporting tools to support teachers. Newsela's goal is to enhance student engagement and improve teaching methods through flexible, standards-aligned resources.

New York City, New YorkHeadquarters

2013Year Founded

$167.5MTotal Funding

SERIES_DCompany Stage

EducationIndustries

201-500Employees

Benefits

Medical, dental, & vision insurance

Pet insurance

Work from home

Parental leave

Flexible PTO

Inclusive experiences

Professional development

Risks

Partnerships with controversial content providers may lead to backlash and affect market reach.

Recent layoffs could indicate financial instability or restructuring challenges.

New CEO Pep Carrera may lead to strategic shifts disrupting client relationships.

Differentiation

Newsela offers content at five reading levels, catering to diverse student needs.

The platform integrates with Learning Management Systems for seamless educational content delivery.

Newsela's partnerships enhance its content library, supporting social-emotional learning initiatives.

Upsides

Increased demand for personalized learning tools boosts Newsela's growth potential.

The acquisition of Formative enhances Newsela's real-time assessment capabilities.

Hybrid learning models increase demand for Newsela's flexible digital content.

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