Staff Accountant

Staff Accountant

As our Staff Accountant , you will help ensure that College Track’s financial processes run smoothly and accurately so that we can continue to support our scholars and empower them to achieve their college and career goals. Day to day, you will:

1. Oversee and process expense reimbursements and credit card reporting
2. Prepare journal entries for month-end close and support annual audit and tax preparation
3. Process payroll bi-weekly and reconcile payroll-related balance sheet accounts
4. Manage business license registrations, renewals, and tax filings
5. Maintain accurate financial records and help the organization meet all regulatory and compliance requirements

To thrive in this job, you must:

1. Have 2+ years general ledger accounting experience, performing journal entries, and other account transactions
2. Have experience working in enterprise level accounting systems (e.g. Intacct, Netsuite, MS Dynamics, or the like)
3. Have strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills; able to manage and prioritize workflow

Interested? Keep reading.

College Track is a comprehensive college completion program that equips students from underserved communities to be the first in their families to graduate with a bachelor’s degree. We do this by offering a holistic, asset-based program that invests in each of our scholars over 10 years: from high school to college, through the launch of their careers.

You’ll know the Staff Accountant role is the right fit if…

• You have a commitment to excellence and high standards
• You are proficient in Microsoft Office programs including Excel and Word
• You can work independently but also value being part of a collaborative team
• You have excellent written and verbal communication skills
• You thrive in an environment where precision matters and deadlines are critical
• You are excited about working a a hybrid schedule. You’d be expected in the office 9:00-5:00 Tuesday-Thursday.

Compensation: This position is Full-Time, Exempt. The full compensation range for a Staff Accountant in Oakland, CA is $79,050.00 - $106,950.00 / Year with the exact compensation depending on experience. As someone new to this role at College Track, you can expect an offer around $86,500.00 Year to ensure internal equity while leaving room for compensation growth during your time with us.

Benefits: As a member of our College Track nation, you would be provided access to extensive benefits which include, but are not limited to:

• Health Care: Staff and their dependents can enroll in our comprehensive, competitive, and affordable health care options and the majority of the costs are covered by College Track.
• Work-Life Balance: Time off is essential to success and we provide up to 27 discretionary time off days (sick and vacation) in addition to 28 paid office closures and holiday days in your first year of employment.
• Financial Security: Immediately you can enroll in our 401(k) plan with a match of up to 4%. Additionally, life insurance that is 1x your salary is paid for by College Track with the option to purchase additional coverage

How To Apply [Priority Deadline of February 16th 2025]

We’d love to get to know you. To apply, fill out the application and upload your resume. A cover letter is optional. You might consider submitting a cover letter if there is something you want to tell us about your experience that isn’t highlighted on your resume or if you are new to the fields of college access and college success. Applications will still be accepted after the priority deadline.

College Track is an equal-opportunity employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce. College Track does not discriminate based on race, age, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity or expression and strongly encourages all to apply.