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Regional Senior Accountant
Location: Hybrid - Las Vegas, NV, Tempe, AZ, OR Tucson, AZ
Department: Finance & Accounting
Reports To: Senior Director of Finance
Salary Range: $65,000-$75,000.00 DOE
About AMS Impact Group
AMS Impact Group partners with high-performing schools and educational organizations to provide operational excellence, strategic support, and scalable solutions that help students and communities thrive. Together with the Academies of Math and Science (AMS), we are committed to delivering exceptional educational outcomes through innovation, collaboration, and strong operational infrastructure.
Position Overview
AMS Impact Group is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Regional Senior Accountant to join our growing Finance & Accounting team. This role is responsible for supporting the financial integrity, compliance, and reporting accuracy of an assigned portfolio of AMS schools and organizational entities.
The Regional Senior Accountant will oversee general ledger activities, month-end close processes, account reconciliations, audit preparation, and financial reporting in compliance with U.S. GAAP and organizational accounting standards. This position requires strong analytical and problem-solving skills, advanced proficiency in Excel and accounting systems, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.
The ideal candidate is collaborative, adaptable, and committed to operational excellence in support of K-12 education.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
General Ledger & Financial Operations

• Prepare and review journal entries to ensure accuracy and compliance with GAAP and organizational accounting policies.
• Support timely and accurate month-end and year-end close processes for assigned schools and entities.
• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts, ensuring consistency and accuracy across financial records.
• Monitor and reconcile intercompany transactions and balances.
• Ensure timely completion of E-Finance state reporting requirements.
• Assist with accruals, allocations, prepaid expenses, fixed assets, and other accounting activities.

Account Reconciliations & Financial Reporting

• Reconcile key balance sheet accounts, including cash, prepaid expenses, fixed assets, liabilities, and intercompany accounts.
• Assist in preparing monthly financial statements, management reports, and supporting schedules for internal and external stakeholders.
• Analyze financial data and identify discrepancies, variances, or trends requiring resolution.
• Maintain organized and accurate supporting documentation for financial reporting and audit purposes.

Audit, Compliance & Internal Controls

• Prepare audit schedules and provide supporting documentation for annual independent financial audits.
• Assist with federal, state, and compliance reporting requirements, including Charter Board filings, IRS Form 990 support, and Single Audit submissions.
• Support the implementation, monitoring, and improvement of internal controls and accounting best practices.
• Ensure compliance with organizational policies, grant requirements, and applicable financial regulations.

Collaboration & Process Improvement

• Partner with Payroll, Accounts Payable, Grants, and operational teams to ensure accurate financial coding and reporting.
• Assist with developing, documenting, and improving accounting policies, procedures, and workflows.
• Support ERP system enhancements, implementations, and finance-related process improvements.
• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams across multiple regions and organizational entities.
• Adapt to evolving business needs and support special projects and organizational initiatives as assigned.

Qualifications
Education

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.
• CPA certification or active CPA track preferred.

Experience

• Minimum of 4 years of progressive accounting experience required.
• Experience in nonprofit, education, charter school, or multi-entity accounting environments preferred.
• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP, fund accounting, and financial reporting requirements.
• Experience with enterprise-level accounting systems required; Workday ERP experience strongly preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Advanced Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office proficiency, including financial modeling, pivot tables, and lookup functions.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with diverse and cross-functional teams.
• Demonstrates flexibility, adaptability, and professionalism in managing changing priorities and business needs across regions.
• Commitment to continuous improvement, operational excellence, and customer service.

Why Join AMS Impact Group?

• Mission-Driven Work
• Collaborative Culture
• Professional Growth
• Competitive Benefits

Join us to enjoy rewarding challenges and ongoing opportunities!