Senior Accountant

At Curriculum Associates, we believe in the potential of every child and are changing the face of education technology with award-winning learning programs like i-Ready that serve a third of the nation’s K–8 students. For more than 50 years, our commitment to making classrooms better places, serving educators, and supporting accessible learning experiences for all students has driven the continuous improvement of our innovative programs. Our team of more than 2,500 employees is composed of lifelong learners who stand behind this mission, working tirelessly to serve the educational community with world-class programs and support every day.

Curriculum Associates is looking to hire a detail-oriented and dedicated Senior Accountant to join our Accounting team. This position will be based out of Billerica under a hybrid schedule. The ideal candidate will be responsible for monthly journal entries, balance sheet account reconciliations, fluctuation analysis, and ensuring compliance with accounting principles and company policies. This position will also help to report and analyze the project accounting and royalty accounting of the company. This is a highly visible role that tracks and manages the largest spend of the company, offering opportunities to work closely with leadership and make a significant impact on financial operations. This role requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively within a team environment.

This role is hybrid with 1-3 days per week in our Billerica, MA office.

The impact you'll have:

• Maintain project accounting subledger, including setting up new projects, tracking and maintaining existing projects, and approving related purchase orders.
• Calculate, report, and process vendor and author royalty payments.
• Assist Treasury with debt related interest calculations and payments.
• Analyze and record symposiums and events spending in coordination with the Events leadership team.
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts including Capitalized Prepublication and Technology costs, prepaid R&D spend, accrued expenses, and other assets.
• Conduct monthly balance sheet, income statement and budget variance analyses.
• Prepare month-end journal entries.
• Support external auditors with providing detailed schedules, test selections and analysis.
• Assist with special projects and process improvements.

What we're looking for:

• Skilled in Microsoft Excel, with the ability to sort, filter, and create pivot tables to analyze data and present clear conclusions.
• Process optimization focused - vision with the ability to apply practical solutions and navigate through ambiguity.
• Strong communication skills, capable of gathering accurate and timely information from cross-functional teams, including individuals outside of finance.
• Collaborative mindset with a strong appreciation for teamwork and a commitment to achieving shared objectives.

Required Education and Experience:

• A bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance is required.
• 3–5 years of corporate accounting experience, or a blend of public and corporate accounting.
• Solid understanding of U.S. GAAP principles.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, with advanced Excel capabilities.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Adaptability and openness to change in a dynamic environment.
• Self-motivated and capable of working independently as well as collaboratively within a team.

• Detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.

Not required although we'd love to see:

• Familiarity with Workday Financials and FloQast.
• Experience with generative AI tools, such as Claude.
• CPA or CMA certification.

Benefits and Pay Range:

Pay Range – This role’s range is $69,250 - $118,250. The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that Curriculum Associates considers in making compensation decisions based on our Compensation Philosophy. Actual base pay within that range will vary based upon several factors including, but not limited to, prior experience and relevant skill sets. At Curriculum Associates, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances for each case. This role is also eligible to participate in the company bonus plan. The Company recognizes that minimum wage varies by location and will ensure all compensation decisions comply with applicable state and local laws.

Benefits – Benefit eligible employees (and their families) are covered by medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees can enroll in our company’s 401k plan and receive an employer match. Employees have access to a flexible vacation and sick policy in addition to twelve paid holidays and a winter office closure between Christmas and New Year's, as well as a number of additional perks and benefits.

Application deadline: December 4, 2026. This is subject to close earlier if there is a high volume of applicants or a qualified hire is made.