Staff Accountant (Edtech)

TL;DR

Staff Accountant (Finance): Managing monthly close processes and balance sheet reconciliations for a global education platform with an accent on financial accuracy and SOX compliance. Focus on automating accounting workflows and improving efficiency within ERP systems.

Location: On-site in Pittsburgh, PA

Salary: $85,000 — $115,000 USD

Company

hirify.global is a global education company dedicated to making high-quality learning universally available through innovative technology.

What you will do

• Prepare and post routine and non-routine journal entries ensuring accuracy and timely submission within tight close timelines.
• Reconcile assigned balance sheet accounts monthly and maintain audit-ready documentation.
• Perform P&L variance analyses and provide clear explanations to FP&A and business partners.
• Ensure all accounting processes and procedures are performed in accordance with company policy and SOX controls.
• Identify and implement automation opportunities in ERP and reconciliation platforms to reduce manual work.

Requirements

• 2–4 years of progressive accounting experience in public accounting or a public company.
• Working knowledge of US GAAP and month-end close best practices.
• Proficiency with Google Sheets/Excel and ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite).
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across cross-functional partners.
• Ability to work on-site in Pittsburgh, PA.

Nice to have

• Experience with revenue, receivables, intercompany accounts, or employee compensation in a public-company environment.
• Exposure to SOX controls and providing audit support.
• Hands-on experience with NetSuite and reconciliation tools like BlackLine.
• Background in consumer tech or subscription businesses and interest in process automation using AI.

Culture & Benefits

• Focus on holistic employee well-being and professional growth.
• Collaborative environment working with world-class minds on a meaningful mission.
• Culture of experimentation, fact-based decision making, and innovative problem solving.
• Equal Employment Opportunity employer with a commitment to diversity and inclusion.