OpenSesame · 1 week ago
Accounting Specialist
United States
Full-time
Remote
Entry, Mid Level
$80K/yr - $90K/yrOpenSesame is a company that provides training programs to enhance employee skills for various organizations. They are seeking an Accounting Specialist to support their financial operations, manage key accounting processes, and provide excellent customer service while ensuring compliance with regulations.
EdTechEducationVirtual Workforce
Responsibilities
Independently manage communications with vendors, employees, and customers
Utilize ADP, Ramp, and Bill.com to resolve routine questions and issues
Understand our payroll, AP, and expense workflows
Build strong working relationships with HR, Finance, and operational teams
Independently complete assigned monthly close items within 5 business days
Process employee expense reports within 3 days of receipt
Manage semi-monthly payroll ensuring it is submitted 72 hours prior to payday
Monitor compliance with federal, state, and local tax regulations and reporting timelines
Maintain up-to-date records for employee compensation, deductions, benefits, and garnishments
Independently file and reconcile monthly or quarterly sales tax via Avalara
Identify inefficiencies and propose automation or system enhancements
Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance employee support and policy adherence
Provide clear communication to employees regarding expense reimbursements, paychecks, deductions, and benefits
Document gaps or improvement areas in AP and payroll process flow
Prepare, file and reconcile sales tax filings on a monthly or quarterly basis using Avalara
Review & process employee expense reports and virtual card transactions
Act as primary point of contact for AP and payroll-related inquiries
Perform audits to verify the accuracy of sales tax and payroll data and resolve discrepancies
Deliver professional, solution-focused support to teams and vendors to ensure excellent customer service in all financial tasks
Prepare and submit required reports, including tax filings and year-end statements (e.g., W-2s, 1099s)
Stay informed about sales tax and payroll laws and regulations, implementing changes as necessary
Maintain all records in compliance with company policies and legal requirements
Ensure confidentiality and security of employee information at all times
Leverage Salesforce and NetSuite to support financial operations
Qualification
Required
Energetic, proactive, and detail-oriented individual who thrives in a data-driven environment
Experience in accounts payable, payroll, sales tax, and expense management
Excellent internal and external customer service skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively to meet deadlines
Strong communication skills
Ability to follow up reliably and support teammates and partners with professionalism
Experience with ADP, Ramp, and Bill.com
Knowledge of federal, state, and local tax regulations and reporting timelines
Ability to maintain up-to-date records for employee compensation, deductions, benefits, and garnishments
Experience in preparing, filing, and reconciling sales tax filings
Ability to perform audits to verify the accuracy of sales tax and payroll data and resolve discrepancies
Experience in preparing and submitting required reports, including tax filings and year-end statements (e.g., W-2s, 1099s)
Ability to stay informed about sales tax and payroll laws and regulations, implementing changes as necessary
Experience in leveraging Salesforce and NetSuite to support financial operations
Benefits
Professional development
ISOs
Health insurance
401(k) matching
Paid time off
Company
OpenSesame
OpenSesame is an e-learning company that provides online training courses for businesses and employees.
Founded in 2011
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$97MKey Investors
JMI EquityFTV CapitalAltos Ventures
2021-07-22Series D· $50M
2019-05-28Series C· $28M
2016-09-27Series B· $9M
Leadership Team
Don Spear
CEO
Joshua Blank
President (Co-Founder)
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