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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

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Job Description

Title:
Staff Accountant Location:
Chelmsford, MA Starting Salary:
$75,000
  • $85,000
Hours:
Monday to Friday 8:00 am
  • 4:30 pm Not remote, on-site, direct hire, permanent position.
Summary :
The Staff Accountant supports day-to-day accounting operations with a focus on general ledger accounting, accounts payable and receivable, reconciliations, and month-end close activities. Experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred. This position reports to the Division Controller. Responsibilities of the
Staff Accountant:
  • Match vendor invoices to warehouse receipts, resolve discrepancies with purchasing and vendors, and generate bi-weekly check runs.
  • Enter sales orders, generate customer invoices, process payments, monitor outstanding balances, and support collection efforts.
  • Prepare and post journal entries, including accruals, prepaid expenses, and other adjusting entries.
  • Reconcile intercompany accounts, balance sheet accounts, and subsidiary ledgers, and assist with month-end and year-end financial reporting.
  • Support budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, sales and use tax filings, and other accounting-related requirements.
  • Ensure compliance with company accounting policies and applicable accounting standards while identifying opportunities to improve processes, controls, and reporting.
  • Partner with operations, purchasing, production, and supply chain teams to resolve accounting and inventory-related issues.
Qualifications of the
Staff Accountant:
  • Associate's degree in accounting or finance, or equivalent experience.
  • 2-5 years of accounting experience in a manufacturing environment.
  • Strong understanding of general accounting principles and financial statement preparation.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and basic financial analysis.
  • Experience with an ERP/accounting system such as Microsoft Dynamics, MS AX ERP, SAP, NetSuite, Epicor, or similar.
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Must be able to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds
Title:
Staff Accountant Location:
Chelmsford, MA Starting Salary:
$75,000
  • $85,000
Hours:
Monday to Friday 8:00 am
  • 4:30 pm
Pay:
$75,000.00
  • $85,000.
00 per year
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid sick time Paid time off Vision insurance
Experience:
Accounting:
2 years (Required)
Work Location:
In person

Benefits

  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Sick Leave
  • 401(k) Plans
  • Health Insurance