Accounts & Finance Associate

About Klass Online

Klass Online is developing an innovative marketplace designed to connect individuals seeking knowledge and skills with experts who can accelerate their learning journey. Our mission is to revolutionize how expertise is discovered, exchanged, and appreciated, overcoming geographical barriers and outdated systems. We aim to create a platform that broadens talent reach, fosters real opportunities through knowledge, and provides timely access to expert guidance.

Driven by a team that values ownership, challenges traditional approaches, and desires impactful work, Klass Online is charting a new path that sets the next standard in knowledge sharing.

Role Overview

The Finance & Accounts Associate will be entrusted with overseeing bookkeeping and accounting functions, monitoring marketplace transaction flows, reconciling payments from learners and earnings to instructors, handling instructor payouts, managing payroll, and assisting with budgeting and cash flow management. This role also involves preparing financial reports to support managerial decisions.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain daily bookkeeping, record accounting entries, and manage accounts payable and receivable processes.
• Perform reconciliation of bank statements, payment gateways, and transactions within the Klass Online marketplace.
• Track all learner payments, platform commission charges, refunds, and instructor earnings accurately.
• Ensure preparation and timely initiation of approved payments to instructors.
• Administer monthly payroll and related employee financial activities.
• Contribute to budgeting processes, monitor expenses, and support cash flow planning and forecasting.
• Compile and deliver weekly and monthly financial reports addressing revenues, expenses, payouts, and cash flow.
• Identify discrepancies in financial records and promptly resolve issues to maintain data integrity.
• Facilitate audit processes and ensure compliance with relevant accounting regulations and standards.
• Collaborate closely with Operations and Technology teams on matters related to payments and transaction monitoring.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• At least four years of professional experience in accounting, finance, or bookkeeping roles.
• A degree or diploma in Accounting, Finance, or a comparable discipline.
• Proven experience handling payroll, budgeting, reconciliations, and financial reporting tasks.
• Proficiency in Excel and Google Sheets, alongside familiarity with accounting software tools.
• Exceptional numerical accuracy and strong attention to detail.
• Capability to manage multiple financial transactions and meet deadlines independently.
• Experience within technology-driven sectors such as marketplaces, e-commerce, or educational technology is advantageous.