Senior Accountant

About Affinitas Education Affinitas Education partners with founders and educators to build and strengthen exceptional international and bilingual schools. With a growing network of more than 30 schools across seven countries, Affinitas combines global expertise with respect for each school's local identity, empowering schools to deliver outstanding educational experiences and build sustainable communities. Through leadership development, professional training, infrastructure investment, and innovation, Affinitas supports schools in strengthening their operations while preserving what makes each school unique. Our federated model brings together talented educators and business leaders to help schools be great, together. About the Opportunity The Senior Accountant is a key member of the Affinitas Education America (AEA) finance team, responsible for maintaining accurate and timely accounting and financial reporting across a growing portfolio of schools and entities. Reporting to the CFO, this hands-on role will manage key aspects of the monthly close, multi-entity accounting, payroll reconciliations, and financial reporting. Working closely with school teams and regional finance colleagues, the Senior Accountant will help strengthen accounting processes, support the integration of new schools, and ensure consistent financial practices across the organization. About You Detail oriented — You take pride in accuracy, organization, and reliable financial reporting Analytical and solutions oriented — You investigate discrepancies, identify root causes, and resolve issues proactively Independent and accountable — You can manage multiple priorities and own the monthly close across several entities with minimal supervision A process improver — You look for ways to strengthen controls, streamline workflows, and standardize accounting practices Collaborative — You communicate clearly and build strong relationships with finance colleagues and school teams Adaptable — You are comfortable working in a growing, multi-entity environment with evolving priorities What You Will Be Doing Accounting & Financial Reporting Manage monthly close activities, including journal entries, accruals, prepaids, deferred revenue, and balance sheet reconciliations Prepare monthly financial statements and budget-versus-actual reporting Maintain fixed asset schedules and ensure accurate general ledger reporting across multiple entities Payroll & Multi-Entity Accounting Prepare and post semi-monthly payroll journal entries and reconcile payroll, benefits, and related liability accounts Manage monthly intercompany billing and reconciliations across entities Support the accounting integration and setup of newly acquired schools and entities Accounts Payable, Receivable & Cash Reconcile bank and corporate card accounts and review AP transactions for accuracy and proper approvals Support tuition billing, accounts receivable reconciliations, aging reports, and collections processes across schools Provide accurate financial information to support cash flow forecasting Audit, Compliance & Process Improvement Prepare audit schedules and supporting documentation and coordinate with external auditors Support tax and regulatory reporting and ensure compliance with applicable U.S. GAAP requirements Improve and standardize accounting procedures, reporting templates, and internal controls across the school portfolio Compensation Salary Range: $60,000 - $70,000 per year Location & Travel Fully remote within the United States, with periodic travel to AEA schools in New York, Texas, California, and Florida Requirements Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field Minimum of five years of progressive accounting experience Experience managing month-end close and accounting for multiple entities Hands-on experience with payroll journal entries and payroll liability reconciliations Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, including accruals, prepaids, fixed assets, and deferred revenue Advanced Excel skills and experience with a mid-market ERP or accounting system Experience preparing audit schedules and working with external auditors Preferred Qualifications CPA designation or actively pursuing CPA certification Public accounting, independent school, education, or nonprofit experience Experience with Sage X3 or Sage Intacct, QuickBooks Online, Paylocity, and Ramp Experience with multi-state payroll and acquired entity integrations Benefits Affinitas Education America (AEA) offers a competitive benefits package for regional and central office staff, including: Medical, dental, and vision insurance Disability and Paid Family Leave benefits 15 vacation days, 12 sick days, and 11 paid holidays annually Paid winter office closure from Christmas Eve through New Year's Day, subject to role requirements 401(k) plan available