Staff Accountant

Staff Accountant

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This role is part of the Homestay & Dormitory Program, working directly with our Company Controller (CPA). The Staff Accountant will perform daily accounting tasks, financial analysis, and support strategic initiatives.

Base pay: $55,000.00/yr – $65,000.00/yr

• Calculate and process monthly and ad‑hoc ACH stipend payments to host families.
• Support annual financial audits and tax preparation alongside the Controller.
• Maintain daily bookkeeping and general ledger in Quick Books.
• Perform account reconciliations and manage company checkbooks.
• Handle Accounts Receivable (AR) and Accounts Payable (AP).
• Provide financial analysis for new company initiatives, acquisitions, or property projects.
• Review, edit, and manage contracts through Adobe Sign.
• Complete additional accounting assignments as directed by the Controller.

• Experience: 1–3 years required (3+ years a plus).
• Education: BS/BA in Accounting or Finance preferred.
• Technical
  
  Skills:
  
  Intermediate to advanced Quick Books and Microsoft Excel required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Outlook.
• Professional
  
  Skills:
  
  Strong attention to detail, excellent organizational and multi‑tasking ability.
• Effective written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Professional phone presence and customer service mindset.
• Self‑motivated with the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Persistent, detail‑oriented, and deadline‑driven.
• Other Requirements: Full‑time (40 hours/week) on‑site at our Derby, CT headquarters.
• Flexibility to work overtime on weekdays when needed.
• English fluency required;
  Mandarin Chinese proficiency is a plus.

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• 401(k) participation and matching after 1 year
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick, Personal)
• Paid Company Holidays

Associate

Full-time

Accounting/Auditing

Primary and Secondary Education

APEX is an Equal Opportunity Employer.