Accountant

814188 Accountant – Tewksbury, MA 
Client: Commonwealth of Massachusetts – Department of Public Health
Location: On-site at 365 East Street, Tewksbury, MA
Duration: Open Ended
Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, Full-time
M-F 8am -4pm onsite.  7:30am to 3:30pm, 8:30am-4:30pm. 

Job Summary:

Sigma, Inc. is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Accountant to join our client’s accounting team at the Department of Public Health in Tewksbury, MA. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and financial reporting. This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional looking to contribute to a dynamic public sector organization.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the accounting department with day-to-day operations.

• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts.

• Process and manage accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions.

• Prepare and assist with financial statements, reports, and audits.

• Ensure compliance with accounting principles, state regulations, and departmental policies.

• Utilize Microsoft Excel for financial analysis, reporting, and data management.

• Collaborate with internal teams to resolve discrepancies and improve workflow efficiency.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.

• Minimum 2 years of accounting experience (public sector experience a plus).

• Strong proficiency in MS Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.

• Solid understanding of GAAP, general ledger functions, and reporting.

• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.