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 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 as onboarding, 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.
Physical Requirements
- Must be able to keep students safe from themselves and others and, in some cases, may need to implement CPI (therapeutic holds) procedures.
- Must be able to remove oneself from potentially harmful situations and, in some cases, be able to lift a child.
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and move throughout the workday
- Ability to lift (at least 50-65 pounds), assist, and/or physically support students, which may include lifting or guiding students of varying sizes
- Ability to physically intervene when required to ensure safety (per CPI training)
- Ability to remove oneself and/or others from unsafe situations quickly
- Ability to maintain attention and focus in a dynamic, high-stimulation environment
- Ability to multi-task and shift priorities quickly
- Ability to exercise sound judgment and decision-making, particularly in high-pressure or safety-sensitive situations
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team and maintain professional relationships
- Ability to perform duties under stress, including during behavioral escalations
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
