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1.6. Staff 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
Our Values:
You are only crazy if you are wrong, it's ok to be wrong Lead withCompassion Be Resourceful Listen Hustle Who We Are Looking For:
We are seeking a Staff Accountant to support the monthly close and the day-to-day accounting operations of a fast-growing manufacturing company. You will own journal entries, accruals, prepaid expenses, fixed assets, and account reconciliations, and prepare the schedules that support our audit. The ideal candidate is early in an accounting career, detail-obsessed, and looking for a role with real ownership and a clear path to grow as the finance team builds out.Key Responsibilities:
Prepare and post journal entries as part of the monthly close. Calculate and record accruals, and maintain the supporting documentation. Maintain prepaid expense schedules and record monthly amortization. Maintain the fixed asset register, including additions, disposals, and depreciation. Prepare balance sheet account reconciliations and research reconciling items. Prepare audit schedules and gather documentation in support of the annual audit. Support accounts payable and accounts receivable operations as needed. Follow and help document accounting procedures; flag issues and process gaps. Support ad hoc reporting and analysis requests from the accounting team.Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. 1-3 years of accounting experience; public accounting experience is a plus. Working knowledge of GAAP and the month-end close process. Experience with an ERP system; NetSuite experience is a plus. Strong Excel skills. Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills. Clear written and verbal communication; comfortable asking questions. Eager to learn and take on more ownership in a fast-moving environment. What We Offer This pay range reflects best estimate for the total cash compensation which includes salary + discretionary bonus for this role. Total package may vary based on experience and qualifications.Pay Range:
$95,000 - $140,000 total cash compensation plus equityHealthcare:
100% Medical, dental, and vision coverage for employeeStock Options:
Ownership in a fast-growing venture-backed company.Time Off:
Unlimited PTO.Learning:
Learning and development opportunities to grow your skills and career. At Phoenix Tailings, we have an open culture that values learning, and we are looking to grow the team with enthusiastic individuals who share our vision of sustainable mining. Phoenix Tailings, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we value diversity at all levels. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), national origin, age, disability or genetic information, or any other applicable protected characteristics, and these characteristics will not be a factor for consideration of any work-related decisions (including but not limited to hiring, firing, compensation, and discipline). We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Employee Stock Options (ESOs)
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance