Staff Accountant

Jobs › Tewksbury, MA › Staff Accountant Robert Half Staff Accountant Tewksbury, MA Apply Description We are looking for a Staff Accountant to join a growing team on a Long-term Contract basis. This position is well suited for an accounting specialist who brings strong expertise in receivables, advanced Excel capabilities, and solid general ledger knowledge. The role will support daily accounting operations, partner with internal and external stakeholders, and contribute to financial accuracy in a manufacturing-focused environment.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare customer invoices, process billing activities, and apply incoming payments accurately to maintain timely accounts receivable records.
• Support revenue-related accounting tasks and help ensure transactions are recorded completely and correctly.
• Partner with the Accounting Manager on month-end close activities, including journal entries, reconciliations, and account analysis.
• Handle day-to-day accounts receivable and accounts payable processing while providing broader support across the general ledger.
• Perform bank, cash, balance sheet, and other account reconciliations to strengthen financial accuracy and control.
• Review inventory and manufacturing-related costs, helping assess product margins and identify cost trends.
• Conduct variance analysis and provide documentation and assistance during audit-related requests.
• Work closely with sales teams, customers, and international business partners to resolve billing and accounting questions effectively. Requirements
• At least 5 years of accounting experience, with a strong background in staff accounting or similar finance roles.
• Demonstrated success managing accounts receivable functions such as invoicing, billing support, and cash application.
• Advanced Excel skills, including the ability to work confidently with pivot tables and large data sets.
• Experience using ERP systems in an integrated business environment; familiarity with manufacturing-related systems is preferred.
• Exposure to cost accounting concepts, including inventory valuation, manufacturing costs, and margin review.
• Hands-on experience with month-end close, journal entries, general ledger activity, and account reconciliations.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate across sales, customer-facing, and global teams.

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