Accountant, Financial Reporting, Accounts Receivable​/ Collections

Description

We're Sonoran Desert Institute, and we are seeking an Accountant to join our dynamic team

Sonoran Desert Institute (SDI) has been changing lives since 2000. As a DEAC accredited school, our mission is to provide students with current, industry-driven, quality education, delivered through online distance education and practical applications. SDI is an employee-owned company creating a culture with an ownership mentality at the foundation. We believe in rewarding our employees through the success of the institution.

We’re proud to be recognized by the Great Place to Work Institute as a Great Place to Work for four consecutive years 2023, 2024, 2025 and 2026. Come be a part of our dynamic organization where you will have the ability to impact the lives of others as they pursue their educational journey with us.

The Accountant plays a key role in supporting the financial operations of the organization by ensuring accurate and timely processing of financial data in accordance with general accounting principles and company policies. This position is responsible for creating accounts receivable invoices; processing daily cash receipts; conducting collections activities; recording CDL revenue recognition; and reconciling cash and balance sheet accounts to maintain alignment with the Student Management Systems.

The Accountant also assists with asset tracking, supports payroll processing, and prepares monthly accruals, including depreciation and amortization. This role requires strong attention to detail, accuracy, and the ability to collaborate across departments to ensure smooth financial operations.

• Lead the student receivables accounting process and activities for our latest acquisitions
• Reconcile delegated general ledger accounts
• Prepare and enter journal entries
• Support the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing processes
• Support the bi-weekly payroll process
• Support sales & use tax initiatives, filing, and reporting
• Manage the fuel credit card program, training, and accounting
• Own the periodic escheatment process and filings
• Support the annual budget and intra-period reforecasting processes
• Partner with the Director of Accounting to implement systems and tools
• Maintain organized financial files and documentation per institutional policies
• Assist in preparing schedules and documentation for audits and reviews
• Respond to basic financial data requests and collaborate with internal departments
• Participate in training and contribute to process improvements with an AI focused mindset
• Other tasks as assigned

• Highly competitive compensation
• Award winning culture
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Comprehensive benefits package with 100% company-paid medical option for employee
• 401(k) with generous company match
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Pet Insurance
• Company-paid Life insurance
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick, and Volunteer time off!)
• 14 Paid holidays
• Referral program
• Education Tuition Benefit program
• Career development opportunities with a growing company
• And perhaps most importantly, a team who is dedicated to your success!

• High school diploma or equivalent required; has obtained or is working towards a degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; preferred
• Two years or more of accounting or finance experience; experience in the higher education sector preferred
• Direct experience with Accounts Payable 3-way match procedures (purchase order, receipt of goods, and invoice)
• Experience with , ERP systems (e.g. Sage Intacct, Net Suite), and credit card management software
• Understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and…