Job Description
Job Description
Role: Staff Accountant
Location: Boston, MA
Pay Rate: $35-40/hr
Internal Job ID: 10044323
We're partnered with an organization seeking a Staff Accountant to support general accounting functions, including journal entries, reconciliations, and general ledger maintenance. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and has a strong understanding of accounting principles. The role is on a flexible hybrid schedule.
Responsibilities:
- Maintain and reconcile the general ledger, ensuring accuracy and compliance with GAAP
- Prepare and post monthly journal entries, including accruals, prepaids, amortization, and reclassifications
- Perform accrual accounting for expenses and revenue, including month-end and year-end accrual entries
- Reconcile bank statements to the general ledger, identifying and resolving discrepancies
- Prepare balance sheet reconciliations (e.g., cash, fixed assets, prepaid expenses, accrued liabilities) on a monthly basis
- Investigate and clear reconciling items in a timely manner to ensure accurate financial reporting
- Support the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close process by preparing schedules and account analysis
- Assist with intercompany reconciliations and entries, ensuring all entities are balanced and in agreement
- Work cross-functionally with AP, AR, and FP&A to ensure accurate and complete financial data
- Help prepare schedules and documentation for internal and external audits
- Ensure all entries are backed by appropriate documentation and meet internal control standards
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
- 2-3 years of working accounting experience
- Proficient with Excel (V Lookups, Pivot Tables, etc.) and SAP
- Strong organization and communication skills
Why choose Addison Finance & Accounting?
- Pay: We negotiate high salaries using U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
- Benefits & Bonuses: You are eligible for medical, dental, vision insurance benefits, 401K, and monetary bonuses
- Permanent Employment: Many of Addison’s Finance & Accounting job openings lead to potential permanent employment
- Connections: You connect directly with hiring managers from renowned organizations
- Options: You are presented multiple employment options near your home
- Professional Development: You are provided hiring process advice, resume revision, and employment term negotiation
Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.
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