Senior Accountant, Technical Accounting and SEC Reporting
Chegg, Inc.

Job Description

Senior Accountant, Technical Accounting and SEC Reporting

Santa Clara, CA OR US Remote

Chegg is looking for a Senior Accountant, Technical Accounting and SEC Reporting that has a positive attitude, is highly motivated, and has a proven ability to thrive successfully in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will be responsible for financial reporting, technical accounting and supporting other functions within the accounting department and is a detail-oriented team player that can collaborate cross-functionally with a very strong working knowledge of U.S. GAAP, SEC regulations, and internal controls.

This position reports to the Sr. Director, SEC Reporting, Technical Accounting and Treasury and can be remote or hybrid out of our Santa Clara, CA headquarters.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead our external financial reporting process, including quarterly and annual reporting (Form 10-Q and Form 10-K), earnings press release, other SEC filings, and other financial reporting as required ensuring compliance with U.S. GAAP and SEC requirements
• Responsibility for areas that fall under technical accounting including, but not limited to, equity, leases, EPS, and internally developed software
• Assist with month-end and quarter-end close including financial statement preparation, analysis and variance reporting.
• Research and document technical accounting issues and assesses impacts of non-routine transactions
• Draft and update accounting policies and assist with the implementation of new accounting standards
• Coordinate with internal auditors for SOX processes and external auditors for quarterly reviews and annual audit
• Perform various ad hoc projects as requested

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or equivalent
• 2+ years of experience in a Big 4 public accounting firm
• CPA and industry experience preferred
• Strong understanding and proficiency of U.S. GAAP and SEC requirements
• Ability to independently research accounting & reporting issues, propose solutions, and effectively document conclusions
• Superior analytical, written and verbal communication skills. Excellent interpersonal skills and meticulous attention to detail
• Organized, detail-oriented, and ability to multi-task and deliver on multiple projects in a timely manner
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office required and proficiency or familiarity with NetSuite and Workiva Wdesk preferred

The pay range for this position is $111,102 to $165,978. The actual pay will vary based on geographic location, job requirements, professional experience, and other factors.
In addition, Chegg offers acomprehensive benefits plan for eligible employees, including medical, dental, vision, life and supplemental life insurance, short-and long-term disability, mental health support, parental leave,paid time off, volunteer time off, paid holidays, 401(k) with matchingcontributions, Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (H.S.A.)options, an Employee Stock Purchase Plan, an Employee Referral Program, Tuition Reimbursement, and other benefits found at:https://www.chegg.com/about/working-at-chegg/benefits/

Why do we exist?

Students are working harder than ever before to stabilize their future. Our recent research study called State of the Student shows that nearly 3 out of 4 students are working to support themselves through college and 1 in 3 students feel pressure to spend more than they can afford. We founded our business on provided affordable textbook rental options to address these issues. Since then, we've expanded our offerings to supplement many facets of higher educational learning through Chegg Study, Chegg Math, Chegg Writing, Chegg Internships, Thinkful Online Learning, and more to support students beyond their college experience. These offerings lower financial concerns for students by modernizing their learning experience. We exist so students everywhere have a smarter, faster, more affordable way to student.

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Thinkful (a Chegg Online Learning Service): https://www.thinkful.com/about/#careers

Chegg out our culture and benefits!

http://www.chegg.com/about/working-at-chegg/benefits/

Chegg is an equal opportunity employer

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