Staff Accountant

Staff Accountant

Everspring is a leading provider of education technology and service solutions. Our advanced technology, proven marketing approach, research-based instructional design services, and robust faculty support deliver outstanding outcomes for our university partners, powering their success online. 

The ideal candidate will  bring a solid foundation (2-3 years) of accounting experience from either a public accounting firm or corporate finance team. Adaptability and willingness to pivot priorities as needed will serve this candidate well. As part of our accounting & finance team, the Staff Accountant will be the point person for invoicing as well as play an integral part in the month-end close process. Our small, agile, and professional team offers the opportunity to grow under the leadership of a Big Four CPA and gain experience in a multitude of accounting & finance areas.

This role reports to the Accounting Manager and is located in Chicago, offering a hybrid work environment with a minimum of 3 days required in the office every week and additional days as business needs arise.

Responsibilities:

The Staff Accountant will have a wide variety of finance responsibilities. Core responsibilities will relate to accounts receivable, revenue recognition, and general ledger accounting:

• Generate and distribute invoices to clients according to university term schedules - this process involves using multiple data sources and working with other teams to ensure accurate billing and record keeping. Invoices tend to be complex, large value, and low volume
• Record all revenue entries in ledger, including accruals and deferrals. Ensure revenue recognition is aligned with latest GAAP pronouncements
• Significant involvement in month end close, including recording journal entries in the ledger, account reconciliations, month-end financial reporting, analytical review
• Prepare forecasts and projections of revenue for all clients
• Monitor aging of accounts receivable and initiate efforts to ensure timely collections
• Investigate and resolve customer inquiries
• Assist with audit requests and provide support documentation
• Perform accounting research on technical issues and new standards
• Support for other finance processes
• Ad hoc requests, as needed

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting
• CPA License is highly preferred
• 2-3 years’ accounting experience, preferably in public accounting 
• Advanced proficiency in MS Excel (e.g., Vlookup, pivot tables, essential formulas)
• Some invoicing experience is preferred
• Familiarity with Netsuite, Tableau, Salesforce, Concur or Bill.com is a plus
• Other Attributes That Will Help You in This Role:
  • Attention to detail and accuracy
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Excellent organizational, problem solving and analytical skills
  • Collaborative team member but can also work independently
  • Positive attitude and a sense of urgency to ensure deadlines are met

Everspring is a leading provider of education technology and service solutions. Our advanced technology, proven marketing approach, research-based instructional design services, and robust faculty support deliver outstanding outcomes for our university partners, powering their success online. Everspring offers a range of full-service turnkey solutions, as well as standalone single service offerings, and innovative self-service products that enable universities to establish and maintain themselves as leaders in the digital delivery of education.  

Based in Chicago, Everspring serves a growing number of colleges and universities. Built In Chicago has named us one of the "Best Places to Work" in 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2025. We were also certified as a Great Place To Work® in 2022, 2023, 2024 and 2025. 

Compensation offered at Everspring will be determined by factors such as location, level, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Position Location: Illinois

The base salary hiring range for this position is: $75,000 to $90,000.

We offer benefits that include hybrid work arrangement, paid parental leave,  medical, dental and vision insurance, FSA, HSA, employer-paid short-term and optional long-term disability, 401k with an employer match vested immediately, a generous PTO plan that accrues with tenure, professional development, tuition reimbursement program, discounted onsite gym, optional pet insurance and more!

EEO Note: 

Everspring is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Everspring makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.