US-NY New York City, SENIOR ACCOUNTANT, Edison Schools 0899
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Position: SENIOR ACCOUNTANT
Date: May 2, 2008
JOB #0899
Location: NYC
Status: Full-time

DESCRIPTION: SENIOR ACCOUNTANT

Edison Schools

A World-class Education For Every Child 

Edison Schools is a diverse organization made up of committed educators, innovators, and caring individuals from across the country and the U.K., who seek to improve public education. We partner with school districts, charter boards, and states to help create great schools and innovative programs that help students reach their potential. Edison Schools, a private, for-profit company, is led by a team of talented professionals from the worlds of education, technology, government, communications, and business. Together they represent a depth of experience and an abiding commitment to providing high-quality education. 

Building a word-class educational system starts with a team of dedicated individuals across each of our business areas such as information technology, finance, sales and marketing, human resources, and business operations. In the heart of Midtown in New York City, our corporate headquarters are located on Fifth Avenue just seconds away from Grand Central Terminal. If you share our passion for quality public education and our desire to make a difference, we are looking for you.

Currently, the Finance Division is seeking a Senior Accountant to assist with the monthly financial close and reconciliation process, prepare financial analysis (including cash flow projections), and act as the liaison for annual audit requests. To qualify, you must have an accounting degree, public accounting experience and CPA. Your background should include at

3-5 years’ experience with strong problem-solving skills and demonstrated initiative. The ideal candidate will possess the ability to work with managers/department heads on and off site, be team-oriented, enjoy a hands-on environment, and be able to balance multiple responsibilities and tasks. Excellent analytical skills, solid knowledge of internal controls and strong computer skills (Word, Excel, Powerpoint) are a must. Lawson general ledger experience is preferred. Experience in education or related industry a plus. 

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Competitive salary and benefits. For more information about working at Edison Schools and to apply online, please visit our Career Opportunities page at: www.edisonschools.com and click on “Opportunities At Our Headquarters.” 

An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.