Position Summary:

Penn Foster’s Accounting team delivers high quality financial reporting and decision-making support across the organization. We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Accountant to join our team. This role is responsible for supporting the accuracy and integrity of the company’s financial records by performing journal entries, account reconciliations, as well as contributing to the variance analysis and audits. The Senior Accountant will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with accounting standards and internal controls. Reporting to the Accounting Manager, this high-visibility position will drive innovation through process improvement and AI technology integration.

Essential Job Functions:

• Support the month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring deadlines are met and financial data is complete and accurate
• Prepare and post journal entries accurately and timely in accordance with GAAP and company policies
• Perform account reconciliations for balance sheet, identifying and resolving discrepancies
• Assist with variance analysis by comparing actuals to budget/forecast and investigating unusual trends
• Contribute to process improvements and automation initiatives to enhance efficiency within accounting teams
• Mentor and support junior accounting staff as needed
• Support ad hoc projects and analysis

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field
• CPA or public accounting experience preferred
• Minimum of 5 years in accounting functions
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Familiarity with Dynamics 365 and NetSuite is a plus
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a hybrid environment
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines

About Us: At Penn Foster Group, we are transforming online learning to help learners by bringing together Penn Foster, CareerStep, Ashworth College, James Madison High School, the New York Institute of Photography, the New York Institute of Art and Design, and other education platforms. Together, we create an accelerated path to greater economic mobility through real-world skills and knowledge that enable learners to achieve long-term success in the workplaces of the future. Our history dates back to 1890 when our founder, Thomas Foster, pioneered distance education by offering training by mail for coal miners to get the necessary skills for safer jobs. Today, with the partners who use our education and training programs, we continue that mission of providing accessible training and education for in-demand skills and are building a workforce that’s prepared for the future job market.

Equal Employment Opportunity: We strive toward Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at Penn Foster Group by intentionally building diverse teams – in identities, lived experiences, and ideas to create a culture where people feel connected to each other and have a sense of belonging. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion because it is the foundation that enables us to achieve what we set out to do as an organization – from maximizing the number of learners who can reach their goals while giving them the kinds of experiences we want them to have, to becoming the type of company we want to work in.

What We Offer: We offer a robust benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, flexible spending, generous paid time off, sponsored volunteer opportunities, a 401K with a company match, and free access to our online programs.