Staff Accountant at UWorld in Hyderabad, Telangana, IN

UWorld is a worldwide leader in online test prep for college entrance, undergraduate, graduate, and professional licensing exams throughout the United States. Since 2003, millions of students have trusted us to help them prepare for high-stakes examinations.

We are looking for a staff accountant in Hyderabad office to support our US accounting team. Central to the Staff Accountant's role is a strong understanding of GAP with the ability to consistently apply critical thinking to the daily work and in support of the World's focus on excellence and best practice, the Staff Accountant must work collaboratively and collectively with those internal and external to the department.

Job Duties (Including but not limited to):

• Use UWorld accounting systems for daily accounting responsibilities - GL/AP/AR/FA/PR.

• Support month-end closing process through timely preparation of journal entries and reconciliation of accounts

• Assist in financial reporting and analysis

• Perform timely account reconciliations

• Complete daily duties as assigned in a timely fashion

• Support the team as needed for monthly, quarterly, and annual tax filings

• Support the team in the annual budget process

• Support the team in the annual financial audit

• Run ad hoc reports and account analysis as needed

• Actively participate in team meetings by making effective contributions in support of departmental operations and process improvement initiatives

• Work collaboratively and proactively with team members internal and external to the department in a positive, professional, and solution-focused manner

• Manage workload so as to be available to other team members during peak periods of month-end close, audit, annual tax reporting, and other deadline-driven tasks

• Be a partner to those internal and external to the department with a focus on upholding World's focus on excellence and best practice

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance/Accounting; Master’s degree, CA inter/CA IPCC is preferred.

• 3 - 5 years of professional experience working as an Accountant

• Knowledge of accounting principles (i.e., GAAP)

• Working knowledge of accounting systems

• Experience in Microsoft Office Suite or comparable programs Benefits..

Soft Skills

• Excellent attention to detail, organization skills, and articulate ideas clearly and concisely.

• Exceptional follow-through, personal drive, and the desire to make a difference.

• Ability to adapt, switch gears, and thrive in a fast-paced environment.