Jobs › Burlington, MA › Sr. Accountant Robert Half Sr. Accountant Burlington, MA Apply Description We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to join a team on a long-term contract assignment. This role is well suited for a detail-oriented finance specialist who can take ownership of key close activities, maintain accurate financial records, and provide reliable support for monthly reporting. The position offers the opportunity to contribute across core accounting functions while using Great Plains and advanced Excel skills to improve accuracy and efficiency.

Responsibilities:

• Manage assigned portions of the month-end close process to help ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.
• Prepare and post journal entries, including accruals and other adjustments, in alignment with accounting standards and internal policies.
• Maintain general ledger activity by reviewing transactions, resolving discrepancies, and supporting overall account accuracy.
• Perform detailed account reconciliations and investigate variances to ensure balances are complete and properly supported.
• Complete bank reconciliations and follow up on outstanding items to keep cash activity current and accurate.
• Partner with the Controller to assist with monthly financial reporting and provide supporting schedules as needed.
• Use Microsoft Great Plains and Dynamics GP to record, review, and analyze accounting data across assigned areas.
• Leverage advanced Excel capabilities to organize data, reconcile accounts, and streamline recurring accounting tasks. Requirements
• Proven experience in a senior-level accounting role with direct responsibility for month-end close activities.
• Strong working knowledge of general ledger accounting, journal entry preparation, and accrual-based accounting.
• Hands-on experience completing account reconciliations and bank reconciliations in a high-volume environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Great Plains Accounting or Microsoft Great Plains Dynamics.
• Advanced Excel skills, including the ability to analyze financial data and build efficient supporting schedules.
• Ability to support monthly reporting with a high level of accuracy, organization, and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify and resolve accounting discrepancies.

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