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Sr. Accountant
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What they do
An Accountant organizes and maintains financial records and prepares financial statements for companies and organizations. Works as a public accountant (prepares financial documents where public disclosure is required by law, such as business balance sheets and tax returns), management accountant (prepares financial information for internal use by a company) or government accountant (maintains records for government agencies).
$84,001 / year median in Massachusetts
-8% projected decline
Job Description
Responsibilities:
- Oversee incoming and outgoing transactions across several related entities, ensuring invoices, payments, and collections are processed accurately and on schedule.
- Coordinate recurring payment cycles for vendors and subcontractors, including preparation of weekly disbursements and supporting documentation.
- Track liquidity, receivable activity, and project-level funding requirements to help maintain effective cash management.
- Perform reconciliations for bank accounts, credit cards, and balances between affiliated companies, resolving discrepancies promptly.
- Record journal entries and contribute to monthly and annual close activities by maintaining complete and accurate financial records.
- Keep detailed schedules for job costs, prepaid items, liabilities, and work-in-progress balances to support reliable reporting.
- Prepare draw packages and develop financial reports related to construction and development projects.
- Maintain organized compliance and audit files, including vendor setup records, tax forms, and year-end reporting support.
- Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and requests from external accounting partners by providing timely financial data and analysis. Requirements
- At least 5 years of progressive experience in accounting or bookkeeping, with the ability to manage complex financial processes independently.
- Background in construction, real estate development, property management, or a closely related industry.
- Strong understanding of general ledger activity, month-end close, journal entries, account reconciliations, and bank reconciliations.
- Experience working in multi-entity environments with exposure to job costing, intercompany accounting, and project-based financial tracking.
- Proficiency in accounting systems and advanced capability in Microsoft Excel.
- High level of organization, analytical thinking, and attention to detail when handling multiple deadlines.
- Ability to exercise professionalism, discretion, and sound judgment while working with confidential financial information.
- Associate's or bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is preferred, but not required.
Benefits
- 401(k) Plans
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance