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Senior Accountant

St. Louis, Missouri, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 22 May 2025

About the role

Overview:

Nerdy is searching for a Senior Accountant to join our team, based out of our corporate office in St. Louis, Missouri. The Senior Accountant will play a crucial role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of our financial records. Reporting to the Director of Accounting, this individual will be responsible for overseeing various accounting functions, preparing financial statements, and providing analytical support to the leadership team. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in accounting principles and a keen eye for detail.

About Nerdy:

Nerdy (NYSE: NRDY), the parent company of Varsity Tutors, is a leading platform for live online learning, with a mission to transform the way people learn through technology. The Company’s purpose-built proprietary platform leverages technology, including AI, to connect learners of all ages to experts, delivering superior value on both sides of the network. Nerdy’s comprehensive learning destination provides learning experiences across 3,000+ subjects and multiple formats—including one-on-one instruction, small group classes, large format group classes, and adaptive self-study. Nerdy’s flagship business, Varsity Tutors, is one of the nation’s largest platforms for live online tutoring and classes. Its solutions are available directly to students and consumers, as well as through schools and other institutions. Nerdy is a publicly traded company on the New York Stock Exchange. Learn more about Nerdy at https://www.nerdy.com/.

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Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or equivalent certification
Minimum of 2 years of experience in accounting, preferably in a similar industry or public accounting firm
Proficiency in accounting software such as NetSuite, SAP, etc.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
Effective communication and interpersonal skills
Experience in preparing and analyzing financial statements
Familiarity with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)

Responsibilities:

Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
Ensure compliance with accounting policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements
Conduct account reconciliations and analyze variances
Assist in the preparation of budgets and forecasts
Collaborate with external auditors during the audit process
Provide financial analysis and insights to support decision-making
Maintain accurate and organized financial records
Participate in the implementation and improvement of accounting processes
Mentor and guide junior accounting staff members
Contribute to the development of accounting policies and procedures

Leadership & Culture Expectations:

You will embody and promote Nerdy’s leadership principles:

Goes Deep: You personally engage with metrics, audits, and data, ensuring you understand the "why" behind performance variances.
Delivers Results: You move from strategy to execution quickly, ensuring timelines and quality stay high—even in ambiguity.
Bias for Action: You experiment, prototype, and adjust quickly. You make the call when the path isn’t fully clear.
Builds Teams: You prioritize talent development, succession planning, and cross-functional collaboration.
Builds Trust & Communicates Openly: You lead with transparency, humility, and clarity.
Thinks Big & Innovates: You challenge the status quo, bring fresh ideas, and embrace emerging technologies.
Is Apolitical: You stay focused on mission-aligned outcomes, not distractions or unrelated causes.