Overview

LEARN Behavioral is a national organization made up of dedicated and caring individuals with the sole purpose of nurturing children with autism and special needs to lead resilient and fulfilling lives. We specialize in contemporary, evidence based applied behavior analysis to deliver personalized treatment plans, backed by 20 years of clinical insights. We are proud to be a part of each family’s journey and share in the experience of finding success for every child, and family, in our care. If you share a similar passion for nurturing and empowering the success of others, along with the opportunity to have an impact on the lives of others, we are eager to connect with you!

The Senior Accountant is primarily responsible for the day-to-day transactional activity of the company. This role will support month-end close, analysis and reporting to ensure enterprise financial organizational success and is essential in the preparation and analysis of journal entries and financial activity; preparation of monthly general ledger reconciliations; entry and reconciliation of revenue, accounts receivable, and cash receipts; and continuous and proactive improvement of processes and controls. The Senior Accountant is able to manage and provide detailed analysis as the subject matter expert for their area of accounting responsibility, reports to the Controller or Assistant Controller and may manage one or more Staff Accountants.

Responsibilities

Working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
Support the Accounting team with the day-to-day operations by interfacing with individuals within and outside of the organization to ensure proper treatment of accounting transactions
Prepare bank transactions and journal entries and prepare all account reconciliations and analyses as assigned
Investigate errors and inconsistencies in financial entries, documents, and reports
Take full responsibility for areas of accounting responsibility including detailed analysis as the subject matter expert with possible oversight of one or more staff accountants
Participate in improving internal controls, policies, procedures, and documentation
Support periodic and annual audits and tax filings and payments
Work effectively under tight deadlines in a team environment
Ad-hoc projects as needed

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or business required; CPA preferred
5+ years’ experience in accounting
Strong practical working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) is required
Proficiency with Microsoft Dynamics (Great Plains) is required
Advanced knowledge of MS Excel essential
Experience with insurance billing, services business, project-based accounting systems, time and materials contracts, and/or labor-based invoicing a plus
Analytic, detail-oriented, and inquisitive
Demonstrated ability to meet monthly closing and project deadlines
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Self-starter with a strong sense of urgency and accountability
Desire to take on increasing responsibility

LEARN Behavioral offers a competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits plans, including 401(k), personal time off, and paid holidays.

LEARN Behavioral is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants must be presently eligible to work in the United States.

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Senior Accountant at LEARN Behavioral