Accounting Manager - job 1 of 2

About Kiddom

Kiddom is a groundbreaking educational platform that promotes student equity and growth by uniting high-quality instructional materials with dynamic digital learning. Through unparalleled curriculum management functionality, Kiddom empowers schools and districts to take ownership of their curriculum – resulting in learning experiences tailored to meet the unique needs and goals of local communities. Kiddom’s high-quality curriculum is layered with robust teacher and leader data insights to drive the continuous improvement of instructional decisions, school/district programming, and professional learning.

The Accounting Manager will oversee the daily functions of general ledger operations and order to cash. They will ensure compliance with GAAP, enhance accounting procedures, and assist in financial planning and analysis. This is a dynamic position. We are looking for a talented, self-motivated team player who has the drive to take initiative and deliver results. This position reports directly to the Director of Accounting. 

• Own and scale the inventory cycle. Partner with our Supply Chain and Revenue operations teams to issue purchase orders, track customer sales orders and fulfillment, and accurately report on month-end inventory balances and contribution margin.
• Own and maintain complex account reconciliations for inventory allowances and deferred revenue. Prepare revenue and COGS journal entries for multiple revenue streams (digital, print and services).
• Manage partner royalty calculations and reconciliations. 
• Oversee Accounts Receivable. Report on DSO and partner with Customer Success on problem accounts.
• Manage monthly close procedures and variance analysis discussion. 
• Review and approve month end journal entries prepared by the Staff Accountant. 
• Support audit readiness procedures for ASC 350-40 and ASC 718.
• Support ad hoc Netsuite projects.
• Assist the Director of Accounting with the scale of accounting processes through system implementation, automation, and process improvements.

• BA/BS in Accounting, Finance or related field. CPA or equivalent is a plus.
• Strong understanding of US GAAP.
• Willingness to take on additional projects and responsibilities as needed.
• Build positive relationships with key stakeholders and contribute to a positive team environment.
• Ability to work independently to identify problems early and explore possible solutions. 
• 2+ years experience in inventory accounting.
• 1-2 years of startup accounting experience a plus
• Experience in the book industry is a plus but not required.

Salary range is dependent on geographic location, prior experience, seniority, and demonstrated role related ability during the interview process.

What we offer

Full time permanent employees are eligible for the following benefits from their first day of employment:

* Competitive salary

* Meaningful equity

* Health insurance benefits: medical (various PPO/HMO/HSA plans), dental, vision, disability and life insurance

* One Medical membership (in participating locations)

* Flexible vacation time policy (subject to internal approval). Average use 4 weeks off per year.

* 10 paid sick days per year (pro rated depending on start date)

* Paid holidays

* Paid bereavement leave

* Paid family leave after birth/adoption. Minimum of 16 paid weeks for birthing parents, 10 weeks for caretaker parents. Meant to supplement benefits offered by State.

* Commuter and FSA plans

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

Kiddom is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, religion, color, gender, sexual orientation, transgender status, national origin, citizenship status, uniform service member status, pregnancy, age, genetic information, disability, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws.