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Accounting Associate

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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

Accounting Associate Position Summary The Accounting Associate is responsible for managing the company's daily banking activities, supporting accounts receivable operations, and assisting with a variety of accounting and finance projects. This role serves as a key liaison between cash management, customer payments, and the broader accounting team to ensure accurate financial records and effective cash flow management. Banking & Cash Management
  • Manage all day-to-day banking activities, including cash positioning and account monitoring.
  • Prepare and process bank transfers, ACH transactions, wires, and positive pay activities.
  • Perform daily cash reconciliations and investigate discrepancies.
  • Monitor cash balances and provide cash reporting to management. Accounts Receivable Support
  • Partner closely with the Accounts Receivable team to ensure timely application of customer payments.
  • Assist with cash posting, payment research, and account reconciliations.
  • Support collection efforts by researching customer account activity and payment history.
  • Help resolve customer payment discrepancies and unapplied cash items.
  • Provide backup support for AR functions as needed. Ad Hoc Projects & Process Improvement
  • Participate in special accounting, reporting, and operational projects.
  • Support process improvement initiatives across accounting and finance functions.
  • Assist with system implementations, enhancements, and testing activities.
  • Develop and maintain reports, schedules, and financial analyses as assigned. Qualifications
  • Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field preferred.
  • 2-4 years of accounting, banking, accounts receivable, or related finance experience.
  • Experience with cash management and bank reconciliations preferred.
  • Strong Excel and ERP/accounting system proficiency.
Pay:
$48,000.00 - $50,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k) Dental insurance
Work Location:
In person

Benefits

  • 401(k) Plans
  • Dental Insurance