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Robert Half

Sr. Accountant

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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

Jobs › Wenham, MA › Sr. Accountant Robert Half Sr. Accountant Wenham, MA Apply Description Robert Half is working with a respected client in the North Shore area seeking a Senior Accountant to join its team. This is a permanent role, reporting into the Controller with growth potential to become an Assistant Controller in the future. This particular Senior Accountant role involves preparing journal entries and account reconciliations, supporting month-end and year-end close, and assisting the Controller with preparation for the annual audit. The Senior Accountant will work closely with Advancement to ensure gifts are recorded accurately and in line with donor intentions, and with investment advisors and fund managers to ensure the endowment is properly valued and accounted for. The selected candidate should have at least 3 years of experience. Working knowledge of Workday is a plus. Familiarity with higher education or non-profit environment; gift or endowment accounting experience a plus. For the right experience our client is offering a base salary of $80-100K + great benefits. If interested and qualified send your resume to alexander.morsey@roberthalf, or apply to this listing ASAP. Thanks! Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.
  • 3-5 years of accounting experience, preferably in a higher education or non-profit environment; gift or endowment accounting experience a plus.
  • Working knowledge of GAAP and nonprofit/fund accounting.
  • CPA or progress toward CPA a plus, though not required.
  • Proficiency with financial/ERP software and advanced Excel; Workday experience a plus
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills; comfort managing multiple recurring deadlines.
  • Comfort using AI-assisted tools to streamline reconciliations and reporting, or a strong willingness to learn.
Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "Apply Now," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) and Privacy Notice (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/privacy) . Active Filters Sr. Accountant Wenham, MA Clear All Apply

Benefits

  • 401(k) Plans
  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance