Staff Accountant

About Heggerty Heggerty is a literacy leader providing innovative, research-proven reading and writing solutions for Pre-K through 5th-grade classrooms. Heggerty ’s integrated collection of literacy solutions provides teachers with the approachable, research-backed resources they need to close student skill gaps and supplement existing ELA curricula. About the role - We are seeking a detail-oriented and dependable Staff Accountant with a minimum of 2 years of progressive accounting experience to join our growing finance team. In this role, you will play a critical part in maintaining the integrity of our financial records, supporting daily transactional operations across Accounts Receivable (AR) and Accounts Payable (AP), and executing a timely, accurate month-end close. - The ideal candidate possesses strong analytical skills, a solid understanding of GAAP, and a proactive approach to problem-solving. Experience with inventory accounting is highly desirable. What you'll do General Ledger & Month-End Close - Prepare, analyze, and post recurring and non-recurring journal entries to the general ledger. - Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations, including bank accounts, prepaid expenses, accrued liabilities, and fixed assets. - Assist in the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end financial close processes in accordance with GAAP and company deadlines. - Conduct monthly variance analysis on expense accounts to highlight trends and discrepancies. - Maintain fixed asset schedules, tracking capitalization, depreciation, and disposals. Accounts Receivable (AR) - Monitor aging reports, track outstanding balances, and execute proactive collection efforts. - Process and apply incoming customer payments (ACH, wires, checks, credit card) accurately to appropriate accounts. - Resolve customer billing inquiries, payment discrepancies, and short-payments in collaboration with customer support. Accounts Payable (AP) - Review, code, and enter vendor invoices with general ledger account and cost center accuracy. - Prepare payment runs (ACH, wire transfers, physical checks) for manager approval. - Reconcile vendor statements, track credit applications, and maintain positive relationships with vendor contacts. - Prepare and process annual 1099 filings for independent contractors and vendors. Inventory Accounting (Preferred / Plus) - Perform monthly inventory sub-ledger to general ledger reconciliations and investigate variances. - Track inventory movements, lower-of-cost-or-net-realizable-value adjustments, and scrap/shrinkage entries. - Participate in periodic physical inventory counts and cycle count audits. - Assist in monitoring product margins, landed costs, and cost of goods sold (COGS) accuracy. Compliance & Process Improvement - Support external and internal audit requests by gathering schedules, supporting documentation, and sample testing. - Maintain, update, and adhere to internal accounting control standards and SOPs. - Assist in identifying opportunities to automate routines, streamline closing procedures, and optimize ERP reporting. - Support tax compliance by addressing official notices, validating sales tax submissions, and identifying strategies to optimize the corporate tax standing. Qualifications - Curiosity, empathy, and a passion for our mission and values - Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance. - Experience: Minimum 2+ years of professional general ledger, AP, and AR experience. - Accounting Principles: Strong working knowledge of U.S. GAAP principles and general ledger procedures. - Attention to Detail: Excellent organizational skills with high precision in data entry and reconciliation. - Communication: Clear written and verbal communication skills to interact professionally across departments and with external vendors/customers. What we offer - Competitive salary and benefits - 401(k) with company match - Generous time off options