We are excited to grow our finance and accounting team at Gersh Autism and we are looking to add an Accountant (or Senior Accountant) to the team! We’re seeking a highly motivated individuals with strong accounting experience to support daily accounting operations, month-end close, and revenue recognition. Successful candidates have strong financial accounting and analytical skills with exceptional organizational and communication skills and want to learn and grow.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the month-end and year-end close processes across multiple operating entities, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and strict adherence to close & reporting deadlines.

• Prepare and record revenue entries in accordance with company procedures, ASC 606, and GAAP.

• Coordinate with school districts, attorneys, and other third parties to manage collections, resolve disputes, and ensure timely receipt of payments.

• Partner with internal & external stakeholders to monitor receivable balances, escalate issues as needed, and facilitate resolution of delinquent accounts.

• Perform and review bank and cash reconciliations, ensuring timely identification and resolution of discrepancies.

• Manage daily cash application activities, including analysis and resolution of variances related to complex payment structures.

• Prepare and maintain balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring all accounts are properly supported and reconciling items are cleared timely.

• Assist in the preparation and review of ad-hoc, monthly, and quarterly financial statements for internal stakeholders.

• Support new school year operational needs such asonboarding, payment plan setup, contract confirmation, and accounting booking.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, accounting, or finance required

• 3-5 years of progressive accounting experience; preferably with exposure to multi-entity or multi-location environments.

• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP, including revenue recognition, accruals, and account reconciliation.

• Proficient understanding of cash-basis accounting and reporting.

• Demonstrated experience supporting month-end close & financial reporting processes in a fast-paced environment.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and adapt to changing business needs.

• Effective communication skills, with the ability and willingness to collaborate cross-functionally with external parties & stakeholders.

• Proficient experience with ERP systems like NetSuite is preferred.

• Advanced Excel skills are preferred.

Benefits for Full Time Employees

Gersh Autism offers a competitive compensation package, including comprehensive health and retirement benefits, professional development opportunities, and a supportive work environment committed to your personal and professional growth. 

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)

• Retirement Plan (401k matching)

• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)

• Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)

• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

• Training & Development