Ascend Learning, Inc.
Manager – Finance Transformation & Continuous Improvement (Maintenance)
Ascend Learning is a national leader in data driven, online educational solutions for learners, educators and employers in high-growth, licensure-driven professions spanning healthcare, fitness and wellness, skilled trades, insurance and financial services. We are passionate about accelerating learning while impacting job readiness, employment success and employee retention with the belief that our work changes lives.
Our culture is intentionally results-driven and selfless with a relentless focus on our customers. We believe in trust, transparency, freedom and responsibility with a commitment to meritocracy, inclusion and diversity of thought. Continual investment in our over 1400 employees is also a core principal realized through ongoing professional development and providing opportunities to grow, develop and lead. Ascend Learning is headquartered in Burlington, MA with additional office locations and remote workers in cities across the U.S. and in the U.K.
Job Overview:
This position works within the accounting team, leading continuous improvement efforts within the Finance function which will include serving as project manager for the Finance Transformation project. The position will also oversee M&A activities such as accounting due diligence, valuation/purchase accounting, and integration of acquired businesses into the Company's accounting & reporting infrastructure. Last, the position will serve as a “flex” resource capable of adding significant technical and management expertise to critical projects (examples: internal control improvement/monitoring, system implementations, etc.).
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Ascend Learning, LLC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer (M/F/Vets/Disabled). No agency or search firm submissions will be accepted. Applications for U.S. based positions with Ascend Learning, LLC must be legally authorized to work in the United States and verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.
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