Sr. Accountant

Jobs › Worcester, MA › Sr. Accountant Robert Half Sr. Accountant Worcester, MA Apply Description We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to support key accounting operations for a Contract assignment based in Worcester, Massachusetts. This role will play an important part in maintaining accurate financial records, coordinating close activities, and contributing to timely reporting. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, sound analytical skills, and hands-on experience working across general ledger and reconciliation processes.

Responsibilities:

• Lead core month-end close activities to help ensure financial results are completed accurately and on schedule.
• Prepare and post journal entries while maintaining the integrity of the general ledger.
• Manage fixed asset accounting, including tracking additions, disposals, and depreciation activity.
• Perform account reconciliations and investigate variances to resolve discrepancies efficiently.
• Complete bank reconciliations and confirm balances align with supporting documentation.
• Assist in producing financial reports and supporting schedules for internal review.
• Conduct preliminary variance analysis to identify notable fluctuations and explain key drivers.
• Partner with stakeholders to support day-to-day accounting operations and improve reporting accuracy. Requirements
• Demonstrated experience in senior-level accounting support, including ownership of month-end close activities.
• Strong working knowledge of general ledger processes, journal entry preparation, and account reconciliation.
• Hands-on experience completing bank reconciliations and researching balance discrepancies.
• Background in fixed asset accounting and related reporting responsibilities.
• Ability to assist with financial reporting and perform basic variance analysis with attention to detail.
• Proficiency with Oracle NetSuite and confidence working within accounting systems.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage deadlines in a Contract role.

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 Worcester, MA Clear All Apply