Account Assistant

At Curriculum Associates (CA), we believe a diverse team leads to diversity in thinking, making our products better for teachers and students. If you read this job description, feel energized by what you see here, and believe you could bring passion and commitment to the role, but you aren’t sure you meet every qualification, please apply! Above all, we are looking for the right person!

SoapBox Labs is looking to hire a detail-oriented and dedicated Staff Accountant to join our Accounting team. This position will be based remotely. The ideal candidate will be responsible for Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, monthly journal entries, balance sheet account reconciliations, and ensuring compliance with accounting principles and company policies. This role requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively within a team environment.

Essential duties/responsibilities:

• Process supplier invoices, ensuring they are accurately coded and approved.

• Schedule and prepare payments to suppliers, ensuring timely processing and cash flow management.

• Process customer invoices.

• Reconcile balance sheet accounts including prepaids, accrued expenses, and other assets.

• Prepare month-end journal entries.

• Assist in monthly accounts preparation.

• Assist in the preparation of VAT returns

• Review ERP requisitions and process approvals.

• Ensure financial compliance with Irish & US GAAP and internal policies and procedures.

• Collaborate with business partners for accurate transaction understanding and recording.

• Support external auditors with providing detailed schedules, test selections and analysis.

• Assist with special projects and process improvements.

Note: The essential duties are intended to describe the general content and requirements of this position and are not intended to be an exhaustive statement of duties. Specific responsibilities and assignments will be provided by the incumbent’s manager.

Required job skills:

• Competence with MS Excel, particularly the ability to sort, filter, and pivot data for the purpose of analysis and presentation of conclusions.

• Strong communicator - be able to retrieve accurate, timely, and concise information from individuals outside of finance who are not within your area of influence.

• Understanding the importance of working as a member of a team and possessing willingness to achieve shared goals.

Minimum qualifications:

• A minimum of 1-2 years of experience in a similar role, specializing in AR and AP function.

• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite with strong Excel skills. Experience with Workday is a plus but not required.

• Strong problem-solving and analysis skills.

• Ability and readiness to embrace change.

• High-level of integrity along with the ability to handle sensitive information and maintain confidentiality.

• Able to work independently and as part of a team with minimal supervision.

• Hard working and detail oriented.

Preferred qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Accounts technician qualification preferred but not required