• State Systems Specialist

    Pearson (Tallahassee, FL)


    State System Specialist

     

    Permanent | Remote

    USA

    Join Our Team as a State Systems Specialist!

     

    Are you an experienced accounting professional with a passion for compliance, education, and public service? We’re looking for a **State Systems Specialist** to join our growing team and play a key role in supporting charter schools across various state financial systems.

     

    This is a great opportunity to make an impact in the education sector by ensuring financial accuracy, maintaining regulatory compliance, and fostering strong relationships with state agencies and customers alike.

    What You’ll Do:

    As a State Systems Specialist, you will:

    + **Maintain Financial Records:** Accurately manage and update clients’ legal or replica records in state systems.

    + **Support Budgeting:** Balance annual budgets and forecasts while ensuring alignment with state regulations.

    + **Manage Funding:** Track State and Federal funding receipts and oversee the drawdown process.

    + **Act as a Liaison:** Serve as the primary point of contact between charter schools, departments of education, and internal teams.

    + **Ensure Compliance:** Monitor for financial non-compliance and proactively raise alerts.

    + **Reconcile Records:** Assist in mapping and reconciling state and client charts of accounts.

    + **Stay Current:** Complete annual training and certifications from governing entities to stay updated with regulatory changes.

    + **Communicate Clearly:** Work closely with internal and external stakeholders to ensure understanding of financial and compliance matters.

    + **Deliver with Precision:** Maintain a high level of accuracy and attention to detail in all aspects of your work.

    What We’re Looking For:

    **Education:** Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

    **Experience:** Demonstratable experience in accounting or a related field; bookkeeping experience is a plus.

    Skills:

    + Strong accounting knowledge and financial acumen.

    + Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

    + Customer-focused mindset with the ability to build strong relationships.

    + Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy.

    + Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

    + Proficiency in accounting systems and software.

    + Proven track record of meeting deadlines and budget goals.

    Additional Requirements:

    + Willingness to obtain and maintain certifications as required by governing entities.

    + Ability to travel occasionally for training and meetings with state departments of education.

    + Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive and accountable work style.

     

    Why Join Us?

     

    You'll be part of a mission-driven team that supports educational institutions through exceptional financial stewardship. We offer opportunities for professional growth, ongoing training, and the chance to work on meaningful projects that directly impact student outcomes.

     

    **Apply now** to help schools thrive through smart, compliant, and strategic financial systems.

     

    Compensation at Pearson is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and specific location. As required by the California, Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New York State, New York City, Washington State, and Washington DC laws, the pay range for this position is as follows:

     

    The full-time salary range is between $65,000 - $72,000.

     

    This position is eligible to participate in an annual incentive program, and information on benefits offered is here: Employee Benefits Guide 2025.

     

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    **Job:** Finance

    **Job Family:** FINANCE

    **Organization:** Virtual Learning

    **Schedule:** FULL\_TIME

    **Req ID:** 19802

     

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