Staff Accountant

Vaco by Highspring

Boston, MA

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$70,000–$85,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Accounting, Accounting Close, Accounting Software, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Analysis Skills, Balance Sheet, Bank Management, Billing, Budget Reporting, Cash Flow, Cash Management, Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Depreciation, External Audit, Financial Analysis, Financial Operations, Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A), Financial Reporting, Financial Statements, Fixed Asset Management, Forecasting, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Internal Audit, Journal Entries, Microsoft Excel, Operational Support, Operations, Pivot Tables, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Reconciliation, Reimbursement, Reporting Skills, Time Management, Treasury, Variance Analysis
LOCATION
Boston, MA
POSTED
2 days ago

Staff AccountantBoston, MA • Hybrid 3/2 Office Split • $70-85k, Full-Time PermanentThe Staff Accountant reports to the Director of Accounting and is responsible for supporting core accounting operations, including month‑end and year‑end close, account reconciliations, financial reporting, treasury activities, and special projects. This role works across multiple entities and collaborates with internal teams to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.ResponsibilitiesParticipate in the full month‑end close process, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash entries, accruals, and financial statement preparation across multiple entities.Maintain the fixed‑asset subledger and record monthly depreciation and related entries.Prepare and record standard journal entries and prepaid expense entries.Execute daily treasury operations, including wire transfers and ACH payments.Manage bank accounts, including account openings, closings, and signatory maintenance.Perform monthly cash‑management activities, including intercompany transfers, bank reconciliations, and cash forecasting.Support internal and external audits related to cash and treasury operations.Prepare intercompany and third‑party invoices.Reconcile intercompany balances across entities.Process expense reimbursements and record related accounting entries.Prepare and analyze monthly balance sheets and cash‑flow statements.Perform profit‑and‑loss variance analysis.Ensure financial statements are prepared in accordance with GAAP and internal policies.Prepare monthly reporting packages for stakeholders.Assist with year‑end tax and audit work papers.Collaborate with internal teams to gather financial information for monthly close.Recommend process improvements to increase efficiency in closing and reporting.Support budgeting activities and financial planning and analysis.Perform ad hoc reporting and analysis as needed.Required QualificationsBachelor's degree in Accounting (CPA preferred)3‑5+ years of progressive accounting experienceStrong knowledge of GAAPAdvanced Excel skills (pivot tables, lookup functions, complex formulas)Strong analytical and problem‑solving skillsExcellent written and verbal communication skillsStrong organizational and time‑management abilitiesExperience with accounting software systemsAbility to work in a fast‑paced environment and meet deadlinesAbility to work both independently and collaboratively#J-18808-Ljbffr

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