Job Title
Content Specialist, Accounting Continuing Education

Job Description

For more than 80 years, Kaplan has been a trailblazer in education and professional advancement. We are a global company at the intersection of education and technology, focused on collaboration, innovation, and creativity to deliver a best-in-class educational experience and make Kaplan a great place to work.

The future of education is here and we are eager to work alongside those who want to make a positive impact and inspire change in the world around them.

Content Specialists review, edit, and create relevant, quality content for all Kaplan Accountancy Education products. They are also responsible for the quality control of documents and products.

Primary/Key Responsibilities

• Review, update, and revise existing Continuing Education course content.
• Research topics discussed in the course, or to be added to the course.
• Write the course content revisions/additions/deletions in the format required by the assigned project (Word, PDF, etc.)
• Document course content revisions/additions/deletions in the format required by the assigned project.
• Develop new Continuing Education course content.
• Research topics to be covered in the course.
• Write the course content in the format required by the assigned project (Word, PDF, etc.)
• Document course content in the format required by the assigned project.
• Submit required project deliverables to the content manager by the project due date.
• Course content review and updates
• Partner with the content manager and product managers to review written, online, and other media for quantitative and qualitative content regarding relevance, quality, and accuracy.
• Suggest improvements/additions to existing content.
• As assigned, the review suggested course changes for SMEs
• Facilitate course changes through the production process.
• Participate as a team member by communicating project status and working with other teams to meet deadlines.
• Test products prior to release for content quality and technical aspects.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the supervisor to achieve organizational goals.
• Independently manage some product development projects.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accountancy, Finance, or Business services
• Five years of technical writing and accountancy product knowledge
• Knowledge of HTML; PDF editing skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
• Up to date Accounting product and regulation knowledge
• Great attention to detail
• Ability to proof and edit technical material.
• Format and create tables, graphs, and/or equations within Office Suite
• Ability to read, interpret, proof, and edit technical insurance-related material and write course content in a manner easily understood by students
• Ability to listen, learn quickly, and receive constructive criticism.
• Excellent interpersonal and oral communication skills
• Demonstrate teamwork abilities.
• Deductive reasoning and problem-solving skills.
• Self-starter with high energy and diligent work ethic demonstrated ability to meet tight deadlines.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to multi-task.

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA preferred but not required.

We offer a competitive benefits package including:

Remote work provides a flexible work/life balance
Comprehensive Retirement Package automatically enrolled in The Company Contribution Plan (8-10% annual company contribution based on tenure)
Our Gift of Knowledge Program provides tuition assistance and substantial discounts for our employees and close family members
Competitive health benefits and new hire eligibility start on day 1 of employment
Generous Paid Time Off includes paid holidays, vacation, personal, and sick paid time-off, plus one (1) volunteer day and one (1) diversity and inclusion day to participate and give back to our local communities

And so much more!

For full-time positions, Kaplan has two Salary Grades, this position is a Salary Grade B: $64,000 - $202,600. Actual compensation for this role is determined by several factors including but not limited to job level, candidate's skills, experience, and education, among other factors determined by the business.

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Location
Remote/Nationwide, USA

Additional Locations

Employee Type
Employee

Job Functional Area
Content/Material Creation

Business Unit
00079 Kaplan Professional

At Kaplan, we recognize the importance of attracting and retaining top talent to drive our success in a competitive market. Our salary structure and compensation philosophy reflect the value we place on the experience, education, and skills that our employees bring to the organization, taking into consideration labor market trends and total rewards. All positions with Kaplan are paid at least $15 per hour or $31,200 per year for full-time positions. Additionally, certain positions are bonus or commission-eligible. And we have a comprehensive benefits package, learn more about our benefits here.

Diversity & Inclusion Statement:

Kaplan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our employees' diverse range of perspectives, ideas, and backgrounds give Kaplan a competitive edge in anticipating and surpassing the needs of our students in today's global marketplace. We are dedicated to cultivating an inclusive workplace that values diversity, promotes equity, and integrates inclusivity into all aspects of our operations. We strongly believe that diversity strengthens our organization, fuels innovation, and improves our capacity to effectively serve our customers and communities. Learn more about our culture here.

Kaplan considers qualified applicants for employment even if applicants have an arrest or conviction in their background check records. Kaplan complies with related background check regulations, including but not limited to, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. There are various positions where certain convictions may disqualify applicants, such as those positions requiring interaction with minors, financial records, or other sensitive and/or confidential information.