Staff Accountant

About the Company

EPS Learning provides Science of Reading–aligned PreK–12 literacy solutions that help schools deliver effective, evidence-based instruction. Our portfolio includes trusted programs such as SPIRE®, SPIRE Up®, and Wordly Wise 3000®, supporting students across all tiers of instruction through print, digital, and blended learning solutions. We partner with districts nationwide to strengthen literacy outcomes and expand access to ESSA-aligned, evidence-based practices. Backed by a private equity partner, EPS Learning continues to invest in product innovation and go-to-market capabilities to support long-term growth and impact. If you are motivated by meaningful work and want to help improve literacy outcomes for students across the country, you’ll find a collaborative, mission-driven team at EPS Learning committed to making a difference in classrooms every day.

About the Role

We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Staff Accountant to join our Finance team. This role is ideal for an analytical and tech-savvy professional with two to three years of accounting experience who thrives in a collaborative environment and enjoys applying their detail-oriented skills to support financial accuracy and efficiency. This is a hybrid position based in the Bethesda, MD area, with employer-paid parking.

Responsibilities

• Process and manage accounts payable transactions in a timely and accurate manner.
• Prepare and post journal entries, ensuring compliance with accounting principles and internal policies.
• Assist with monthly close activities, reconciliations, and financial reporting.
• Support audit requests and documentation as needed.
• Maintain accuracy of financial data within NetSuite ERP system.
• Build, maintain, and optimize complex Excel spreadsheets to support reconciliations, reporting, and analysis.
• Collaborate with colleagues across Finance and other departments to resolve discrepancies and improve processes.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or business-related field.
• 2–3 years of prior accounting experience, strong understanding of debits and credits, including accounts payable and journal entry preparation.
• Experience working in NetSuite or similar ERP financial system.
• Exposure to 1–2 financial audits as a contributing team member.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, formulas, data analysis).
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively on a hybrid schedule (3 to 4 days per week in our Bethesda office).
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with strong attention to detail and accuracy in financial data management.
• Prior experience in process improvement initiatives is desirable.
• Experience with sales tax, physical inventory, and Cost of Goods Sold is a plus.
• Must be experienced with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook) and Windows PC.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package based on qualifications, skills, competencies, location, and experience.
• Annual bonus or commission.
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous PTO, sick leave, and paid holidays.
• Employer-paid life and short & long-term disability insurance.
• Laptop for your home office.
• Flexible remote-first work culture.

Pay

The base pay range for this position is $70,000 - $80,000 per year. The actual base pay offered is determined by several variables, including the candidate's qualifications, experience, skills, education, location, and market conditions. Base pay is one component of EPS Learning's total compensation package, which also includes a generous benefits package, 401k plan, as well as bonus or commission.