Job Information
SANS Institute Staff Accountant (Remote) in Salt Lake City, Utah
About SANS
SANS Institute (SANS) launched in 1989 as a cooperative for information security thought leadership, it is SANS’ ongoing mission to empower cyber security professionals with the practical skills and knowledge they need to make our world a safer place. We fuel this effort with high quality training, certifications, scholarship academies, degree programs, cyber ranges, and resources to meet the needs of every cyber professional. Our data, research, and the top minds in cybersecurity collectively ensure that individuals and organizations have the actionable education and support they need.
Join the SANS Team
At SANS, our culture is defined by Mission, Brand, People. Our goal is to hire people who understand the importance of continuing to fight against the cyber security threats (Mission) while delivering the highest quality training (Brand) to our students. We want employees whose personal values align well with our culture of fairness, honesty, customer focus, and pragmatic approach (People).
Summary of Position
We are seeking a Staff Accountant to join our team within the Billing team in the Finance business unit. This position would be responsible to manage incoming payments, properly track them into the system, and maintain accurate bookkeeping records. They will manage multiple bank accounts and create reports related to those accounts for staff accountants. It is required that this person has a firm understanding of multiple currency transactions and currency conversions as well as a firm understanding of basic taxes. This position will be reconciling the company’s bank statements and will need experience managing merchant accounts.
Key Responsibilities
Manage credit card gateways and generate and compare reports for discrepancies.
Create reports and enter payments data into multiple accounting systems such as Dynamics SL.
Assist and implement new processes as the company continues to grow.
Manage bank reports for multiple bank accounts tied to multiple entities to pass to staff accountants.
Ability to liaison with sales team members to reconcile payments.
Other job responsibilities as assigned.
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in accounting
1-3 years of entry level experience in accounting, accounts receivable, or billing
Knowledge of accounting software programs specifically Dynamics SL
Knowledge of payment Gateway software such as Cybersource
Preferred Qualifications
Proficient in Excel
Familiar with SAP S/4 Hana and Salesforce
Reporting Relationships
- This position will report to the Billing Manager and has no direct reports.
Work Environment
- Remote work environment with a preference to be located in the DMV area or within EST time zone.
Equal Opportunity Employer
SANS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact SANS Human Resources.
California residents for SANS privacy notice for California job applicants
The base salary range for this position is between $60,000 and $65,000. Base salary ranges may vary by geographic location and relevant experience, education, certifications, and years of experience. There is no guarantee an offer will be at the top of the posted range based on the salary analysis.
In addition, SANS provides the following benefits:
Medical
Dental
Vision
Short-Term Disability
401(k) with company match
Employee Assistance Program
Supplemental Life Insurance and AD&D
Paid Time Off
Company Paid Holidays
Volunteer Paid Time Off
Department
Finance & Administration
Employment Type
US Employee | Full-Time
Minimum Experience
Entry-level
Compensation
$60,000 - $65,000