Senior Accountant, Reporting and Consolidation (Remote)

Title: Senior Accountant, Reporting and Consolidation

Department: Corporate Finance

Reporting to: Senior Director, Corporate Controller

Compensation: $90K - $115K USD

Employment: Full Time

Location: USA - Remote

Who we are:

World Education Services (WES) is a non-profit social enterprise that supports the educational, economic, and social inclusion of immigrants, refugees, and international students. For 50 years, WES has set the standard for international academic credential evaluation, supporting millions of people as they seek to achieve their academic and professional goals. Through decades of experience as a leader in global education, WES has developed a wide range of tools to pursue social impact at scale. From evaluating academic credentials to shaping policy, designing programs, and providing philanthropic funding, we partner with a diverse set of organizations, leaders, and networks to uplift individuals and drive systems change. Together with its partners, WES enables people to learn, work, and thrive in new places. For more information about WES, please visit our website at

About the Opportunity:

This role supports core accounting and financial reporting activities, including close, financial statement preparation, reconciliations, journal entries, and audit support. Responsibilities also include multi-entity consolidation, intercompany and foreign currency accounting, statutory reporting, and investment accounting. The role partners with the Controller and Finance team to ensure accurate, timely reporting, resolve accounting issues, maintain strong documentation, and support process improvements across a global environment.

Responsibilities:

• Lead month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities, including preparation of assigned close schedules, journal entries, reconciliations, supporting documentation, and financial reporting deliverables.
• Prepare financial statements, income statement, balance sheet, and cash-flow statement, and recurring financial reporting packages for review by the Controller, including supporting schedules, account analysis, variance explanations, and consolidation support.
• Own intercompany and consolidation accounting, including intercompany reconciliations, eliminations, cross-entity entries, multi-entity consolidation, and resolution of intercompany differences.
• Prepare foreign currency accounting entries and supporting schedules, including FX translation, remeasurement, and related reconciliations for applicable entities.
• Support statutory and multi-country accounting and reporting, including entity-level reporting schedules, consolidation support, local-provider information requests, and reconciliation of local reporting to the general ledger.
• Perform investment accounting activities, including preparation of investment entries, realized and unrealized gain/loss calculations, reconciliations, supporting schedules, and coordination of required source information.
• Prepare audit, tax, and compliance support schedules for assigned accounting areas, respond to information requests, maintain supporting documentation, and assist with resolution of accounting questions.
• Review work prepared by others, if applicable.

Your Experience

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
• 5-7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including general ledger accounting, month-end close, reconciliations, financial reporting, and audit support.
• Strong working knowledge of U.S. GAAP; IFRS knowledge preferred.
• Experience with ERP and financial reporting systems; Sage Intacct experience preferred.
• Experience working in a multi-entity, multi-currency, or global environment preferred.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel; experience with accounting automation or reporting tools preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to research discrepancies, resolve accounting issues, and maintain accurate supporting documentation.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple deadlines, and take ownership of assigned accounting processes.
• Bring a “can-do” attitude, have a willingness to stretch up and down in role, take on additional responsibilities, and quickly establish credibility in new areas of work.
• Be self-directed and proactive, demonstrating strong ownership and accountability for responsibilities while applying an entrepreneurial mindset to identify opportunities, develop new approaches, and initiate action. Thrive in an environment that values transparency, accountability, collaboration, and an orientation for results.
• Possess intellectual curiosity, an openness to diverse ideas and perspectives, and a continued interest in learning, professional growth and development.
• Strong alignment with WES mission and values and demonstrates a growth mindset

Desired

• Experience in a nonprofit, social enterprise, or mission-driven organization.
• CPA or equivalent international accounting designation preferred.
• Possible travel on occasion (i.e., 2 times per year) for company retreats or other team meetings.

What We Offer:

Joining our team at WES means embarking on a purpose-driven career with a global impact, where you contribute daily to making a tangible difference in the lives of people worldwide. You'll thrive in an employee-centric environment, with access to learning opportunities, pathways for personal and professional development, and recognition of your achievements. Our inclusive, mission-driven culture values employees and focuses on investing in our people through our culture, people framework, and programming while offering the flexibility of remote work options.

• Work-Life Harmony : We believe that success is all about maintaining balance. Enjoy the freedom of remote work and flexible scheduling, paired with generous time-off policies designed to assist you in maintaining a healthy equilibrium between your personal and professional commitments. Our comprehensive wellness programs and work environment are focused on fostering your well-being.
• Rewards and Recognition : Your dedication and achievements are the cornerstone of our success. We recognize the importance of valuing your hard work which is why we offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and tangible rewards to celebrate your contributions.
• Professional Growth and Development : We are committed to nurturing growth within our team, recognizing that growth is essential to providing opportunities for career advancement and ongoing professional development. To prioritize your learning and success, we invest in comprehensive training programs and offer tuition reimbursement opportunities. We promote a culture of continuous learning that empowers you to thrive and evolve in your career.
• Innovation and Impact : Engage in work that directly transforms lives and empowers individuals and communities by expanding access to global educational and professional pathways. Join us in fostering a culture that values innovation, embraces new approaches, and leverages transformation to implement and drive impactful change.
• Community and Connection : Our team is made up of individuals from different cultures and backgrounds who have varying perspectives and ideas. Our diverse workforce reflects the global community we serve, and we take pride in it. We are committed to fostering a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and included. Experience the power of connection by participating in a range of activities, including employee-led resource groups, town halls, collaborative team events, meaningful volunteer opportunities, and initiatives that promote equity, celebrate diversity, and cultivate a strong sense of belonging within our organization.

Values:

• Opportunity - We open doors so people can build better futures.
• Inclusion - We become stronger, more creative, and more resilient when we embrace diversity.
• Equity - We uphold fairness and justice in our work and actions.
• Enterprising - We are resourceful, inventive, and driven.

Inclusive Recruitment Process:

We welcome all applicants, irrespective of their experience perfectly fitting the job description, as we value diverse and innovative viewpoints. At our organization, individuals who thrive in a culture of continuous learning and inclusive teamwork excel. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible work environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported and welcome members of all backgrounds and perspectives to apply.

Our Commitment:

At World Education Services, we're committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that reflects the rich tapestry of our communities, both in the US and Canada. This commitment is underscored by our unwavering dedication to providing equal opportunities to all qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or genetics. This commitment extends to every aspect of employment, from recruitment and hiring to promotions, training, and benefits. We comply with all applicable federal, state, and local anti-discrimination laws. For us, diversity goes beyond compliance – it's about embracing unique perspectives and cultivating an environment where everyone feels valued and empowered to reach their full potential.

If you encounter challenges accessing or using our career site due to a disability, you may request reasonable accommodation by contacting us via email at View email address on aiapply.co. Our Talent Acquisition team is dedicated to supporting qualified candidates by providing solutions that can meet their needs.

Please be advised that this email address is intended to receive and respond to inquiries concerning the accessibility of the online application system, and requests for assistance and accommodation during any part of the recruitment process. Résumés or applications sent to this email address will not be reviewed.

For more information about WES, please visit our website at

This position is an existing vacancy and is currently open for hire.