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Staff Accountant at Element451 (Raleigh, NC)

Element451· Raleigh, NC·

Role details

Work type
Remote
Employment
Full-Time

Job description

Element451 is a rapidly growing SaaS company revolutionizing how higher education institutions engage with prospective students. Our innovative platform is changing the future of student enrollment and marketing. We pride ourselves on having a dynamic, fast-paced environment where every team member is empowered to contribute and make a difference.

We are seeking a reliable, detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support our growing finance team. The ideal candidate is organized, proactive, and eager to grow their accounting skill set within a fast-paced SaaS environment.

You will join a small, high-impact finance team where your contributions are immediately visible. At element451, you'll have the ability to make a real, tangible impact from day one. As an exciting, high-growth company, we offer the potential for fast career acceleration and skill development, often much quicker than traditional paths like public accounting. This is a hybrid role, with in office responsibilities in Raleigh, NC.

What You’ll Do:

  • Core Accounting (AP, AR & GL Support)
  • Process financial transactions and assist with day-to-day AP/AR activities
  • Enter vendor invoices and ensure proper coding and department allocation
  • Maintain organized digital folders for invoices, receipts, contracts, and supporting documentation
  • Monitor AP and AR aging reports and identify items needing follow-up Communicate with vendors regarding payments and with customers regarding billing questions
  • Set up new vendors and support AP workflows through proper documentation Review and process employee expense reports in accordance with company policies
  • Monitor and code company credit card transactions, ensuring receipts and memos comply with travel and expense policies
  • Assist with customer contract entry, revenue schedules, invoice schedules, and new client setup
  • Month-End Close & Reconciliations
  • Assist with bank reconciliations, journal entries, and balance sheet account reconciliations Support month-end reporting and close documentation
  • Help maintain organized records for internal controls and audit readiness
  • Operational & Administrative Support
  • Perform weekly mail pickup at the Raleigh WeWork office
  • Assist with general administrative and office-related tasks
  • Support process improvements, documentation updates, and ad-hoc finance projects

What You Bring to the Team

  • Strong attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy
  • Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines
  • A proactive, solutions-oriented mindset
  • Willingness to learn new systems and adapt to evolving processes
  • Comfort working in a hybrid environment with onsite responsibilities in Raleigh
  • A team player with a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
  • Proficient in Excel/Google Sheets
  • Highly organized with strong attention to detail and accuracy
  • A clear communicator who collaborates well across departments

Bonus If You Have:

  • Internship experience in an accounting or finance role.
  • 1–2 years of previous professional accounting or bookkeeping experience.
  • Familiarity with QuickBooks Online (QBO) or similar cloud-based accounting software.
  • Experience in a SaaS or technology company environment.
  • Understanding of basic ASC 606 revenue recognition principles.

Why work at Element451

  • Culture: The company describes itself as a group of “passionate builders, educators, visionaries, and problem solvers” who believe AI is one of the most important human inventions.
  • Impact: Employees work on technology that directly addresses critical challenges in higher education — enrollment decline, staff workload reduction, and student success.
  • Growth Stage: As a well-funded private company (over $184M raised) with doubled Q1 growth, Element451 is in a high-growth phase, offering potential for career advancement.
  • Work Arrangement: Not explicitly stated, but the company is headquartered in Raleigh, NC (1 Glenwood, Floor 5). Open positions include Account Executive and Enablement Lead (per LinkedIn).
  • Notable: The company encourages passionate candidates to submit resumes to jobs@element451.com even if no current opening matches.

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