Accountant

About this role

Company Overview
Everything we do is for educators. We’re partnering with them to advance a bold vision for education that boosts district performance and student success. At Follett Software, we empower educators across roles with technology that streamlines processes and manages information and resources to improve their schools, increase student success, and drive the future of education. We believe that by empowering educators to amplify their impact on students’ lives, we can change the world. Our goal and mission is to drive the future of education. We are inspired by educators to deliver transformative technology. Our innovative, connected solutions simplify challenges and offer a seamless and intuitive experience.


Position Overview
This position performs moderately complex financial analyses to summarize the organization’s current and projected financial position. This role is responsible for maintaining a complete and accurate general ledger and preparing managerial reports and financial statements. The Accountant ensures compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and company policies while identifying opportunities to improve accounting processes and departmental efficiencies.


Responsibilities

• Prepare, contribute to, and/or review standard and specialized accounting reports, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements, in accordance with GAAP and company policies.
• Prepare and record journal entries related to balance sheet and income statement activity.
• Create and maintain analytical schedules supporting financial statements, audits, strategic initiatives, and ad hoc requests.
• Apply knowledge of accounting principles, GAAP, and relevant regulations to assigned responsibilities.
• Reconcile assigned balance sheet accounts and perform detailed financial statement variance analyses.
• Advise internal departments, field personnel, and external partners on the appropriate handling o...