Sr Accountant

At 2U, we are all in on purpose. We are motivated by our mission – to eliminate the back row in education – and connected by our shared passion to deliver world-class digital education at scale. As the parent company of edX, the world’s leading online learning platform, 2U powers more than 4,000 online higher education offerings – from free courses to full degrees. Together with more than 230 colleges, universities, and corporate partners, we are helping to unlock human potential.

What We’re Looking For:

We are looking for a highly motivated and dynamic individual to join and help grow our top notch Accounting team.  The ideal candidate must be able to balance delivering exceptional performance in a fun, energetic and entrepreneurial environment.

The Senior Accountant will maintain the daily operations of the accounting department and participate in monthly closings, preparation of the monthly profit and loss statements, and will maintain balance sheet schedules and subsidiary ledgers for each of our business lines.

Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To:

• Support timely month end closes by processing assigned journal entries, balance sheet account reconciliations and schedules mainly related to operational expenses of the business
• Support SEC reporting by preparing supplemental footnote schedules and other supporting reports
• Collaborate with our business partners on a regular basis to ensure proper recognition of expenses
• Perform monthly P&L analysis to ensure costs are in line with forecast and monthly trends
• Prepare audit schedules and work closely with the auditors to ensure the completion of a timely audit
• Responsible for special projects/other miscellaneous and departmental related duties as necessary

Things That Should Be In Your Background:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required
• CPA or CPA candidate required
• 2-4 years of accounting experience required, experience in big 4 and/or public accounting strongly preferred
• Experience in service-based industry preferred
• Must have excellent analytical and interpersonal skills
• Computer skills with experience using all MS Office applications; strong knowledge of Excel required
• Experience with Workday and Adaptive Planning software highly preferred

Other Attributes That Will Help You In This Role:

• Must be organized and possess the ability to multi-task
• Financial reporting experience preferred
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to communicate in a courteous, tactful and concise manner
• Focused on achieving defined results and exceeding goals and objectives
• Ability to bring out other people’s potential and talents
• Ability to work with a diverse team in a fast-paced environment
• Enthusiasm and the ability to thrive in a constantly changing environment

While this position is open to remote candidates across the U.S., we will prioritize those who live in the Washington-Baltimore metropolitan area and who are available to come into our Headquarters in Lanham, MD two days a week.

Benefits & Culture

Our global employee base is a diverse collection of innovators, dreamers, and doers working together to transform lives through higher education. We believe that every employee can advance our shared purpose, and that life at 2U should be fun and meaningful. If you’re excited by the opportunity to provide over 40 million learners and counting with access to world-class online higher education, then join us – and do work that makes a difference. #NoBackRow

We offer comprehensive benefits (unique per country) and excellent work/life balance.
Full-time, U.S.benefits include: 

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Life insurance, disability, and 401(k) employer match
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Free snacks and drinks in-office
• Generous paid holidays and leave policies, including unlimited PTO
• Additional time off benefits include: volunteer days, parental leave, and a company-wide winter break

The anticipated base salary range for this role is ($90,000-$100,000), with potential bonus eligibility.  Salary offers are made based on the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, budget for the position and cost of labor in the market in which the candidate will be hired.

2U Diversity and Inclusion Statement

At 2U, we are committed to building and sustaining a culture of belonging, respect, and inclusion. We are proud of the steps we’ve taken to bring together an employee base