Accountant/ Senior Accountant

About this role

For over 30 years, Gersh Autism has empowered students on the autism spectrum to reach their full potential. Serving individuals aged 5-21 across the U.S. and Puerto Rico, our network of K-12 schools provides personalized education tailored to each student’s unique learning style. We offer comprehensive therapeutic services—speech, physical, occupational therapy, and more—along with vocational training for older students. Our dedicated team collaborates with families to ensure academic, social, and emotional growth, preparing students for success beyond the classroom.

At Gersh Autism, we are committed to helping individuals on the autism spectrum lead fulfilling, independent lives.

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 co...