Staff Accountant

inspiraeducation; United States; On-site; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Inspira Education Group is seeking an experienced Staff Accountant to manage day-to-day accounting and financial operations, including AP/AR/GL, invoicing, and contract processing. The role requires autonomy, integrity, and strong accounting principles knowledge.

The ideal candidate will maintain accurate financial records, perform reconciliations, and uphold internal controls while collaborating with the Finance Manager to ensure timely closing and reporting.

Qualifications

• : 2+ years in staff accounting or similar role.

Responsibilities

• Support the Finance Manager with the full accounting cycle (AP, AR, GL).
• Process and record all financial transactions accurately and timely.
• Perform monthly bank and credit card reconciliations.
• Send invoices and contracts promptly to customers.
• Follow up on late invoices and maintain the general ledger.

Skills

GAAP

QuickBooks Online

Bill.com

Stripe

Excel

Dashboards

Communication

Education

Accounting degree (Assoc/Bachelor)

Tools

HubSpot CRM

Job description

About Inspira Education

Inspira Education Group is one of the fastest-growing edtech startups in the US. We started with a simple mission to democratize access to high-quality coaching so that every student in the world has an equal opportunity to access the best opportunities.

As the world’s leading network of top admissions coaches in medical, legal, business, and college studies, we’re building software and services in one place—disrupting long-entrenched application processes with products and experiences that strive to provide an equal platform for candidates from diverse backgrounds worldwide.

As one of the fastest-growing edtech firms in the world, we are backed by some of the leading venture capital firms and investors in the world, including Zeev Ventures, Quiet Capital, Craft Ventures and Jeff Fluhr (Founder of Stubhub).

The Role

We are seeking an experienced and highly detail-oriented Staff Accountant to manage the day-to-day accounting and financial operations for Inspira Education Group. The ideal candidate will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, processing all financial transactions, managing accounts payable, and sending invoices/contracts. This role requires a high degree of autonomy, integrity, and a strong understanding of accounting principles.

What You’ll Do

Daily & Monthly Accounting Operations

• Support the Finance Manager with the full accounting cycle, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger.
• Process and record all financial transactions accurately and in a timely manner.
• Perform monthly bank and credit card reconciliations.
• Send invoices and contracts promptly to customers.
• Follow up on late invoices.
• Maintain the general ledger, ensuring all entries are accurate and coded correctly.

Other Duties

• Implement and maintain internal financial controls and procedures.
• Handle confidential information with the utmost discretion.

Qualifications

Required

• Proven experience (typically 2+ years) working as a Staff Accountant or in a similar comprehensive accounting role.
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).
• In-depth knowledge of accounting principles and procedures (GAAP).
• Expert proficiency in QuickBooks Online, Bill.com, and Stripe.
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, etc.) and other Microsoft Office Suite applications.
• Experience in creating dashboards and board presentations.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred

• QBO Certification
• Bill.com Certification
• Experience with HubSpot CRM

The salary for this role is $60,000 base with a $10,000 bonus. Actual salary is dependent upon several factors, including the applicant's experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. The pay ratio between base pay and target incentive will be finalized at the offer. The pay range is subject to the discretion of the Company.

For more information about our company, please visit our website: Inspira Education Group.

Inspira Education Group does not discriminate based on race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other reason prohibited by law in providing employment opportunities and benefits.