Location

This position is 100% virtual and requires candidates to reside within the contiguous United States or Canada. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in their country of residence without sponsorship. Proof of eligibility will be required upon employment.

Position Description

The Staff Accountant is responsible for accounts payable, accounts receivable, assisting in month-end processes, and other ad hoc duties as needed by the Controller and other departments. This role also supports account reconciliations, internal controls, and cross-departmental collaboration using internal accounting and workflow systems.

Essential Functions/Responsibilities

Accounts Receivable

Generate and send client invoices accurately and on time
Post client payments
Use ERP system to enter and maintain statements of work
Monitor the accounts receivable aging report

Accounts Payable

Process accounts payable, ensuring expenses are coded, approved, and paid accurately and on time
Maintain expense reporting software
Monitor the accounts payable aging report
Prepare journal entries for prepaids and accruals during month-end
Reconcile bank and credit card statements

General Accounting Support

Work with Controller to perform monthly, quarterly, and annual reconciliations
Support Controller during audits
Contribute to internal controls by preparing process documents and identifying process improvements
Document management (e.g., invoicing records, vendor records, and accounting process documentation)
Collaborate frequently and in real time, both within the department and cross-functionally as needed
Coordinate with the Controller to perform other duties as needed

Competencies

Excellent collaboration, communication (written and verbal), and interpersonal skills
Excellent analytical skills
Excellent time management and organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy, and the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines
Ability to understand and implement processes
Solid understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office
Working knowledge of accounting software
Experience with NetSuite, Ramp, and Asana is a plus
Strong aptitude for learning new systems
Ability to work productively in a virtual environment (e.g., self-starter, disciplined, troubleshooting, maintaining camera-on during video meetings)
Ability to maintain confidentiality when handling sensitive financial information

Required Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field, or equivalent accounting experience

Additional Requirements

Must be able to travel up to 10%

About Us

Alpine strives to be the psychometric, test development and validation, and credential management partner of choice for sustainable credentialing and education programs. We provide quality, practical solutions that enable test sponsors to develop, maintain, and continuously improve testing programs; contribute to the science and practice of testing; and enrich the world in which we live.

We are committed to the success of our clients. We are customer service driven, entrepreneurial, team oriented, and supportive. We are equally committed to quality of life. We offer opportunities for rewarding and challenging work; a virtual office environment; competitive compensation packages that include comprehensive benefits, a 401(k)-retirement plan; and a commitment to a diverse workforce.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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