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Robert Half Staff Accountant in Burlington, Massachusetts

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Position Summary: The Staff Accountant will support the accounting department in maintaining accurate financial records, assisting with the month-end close process, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards. This role will focus on accounts payable (AP), accounts receivable (AR), journal entries, reconciliations, and general accounting functions. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of accounting principles, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

For additional information and immediate consideration, please contact MICHAEL ABATE @ michael.abate@roberthalf;com

Key Responsibilities:

  • Month-End Close Process:

  • Assist with the preparation and timely completion of the month-end close process.

  • Ensure all transactions are recorded accurately in accordance with company policies and generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).

  • Prepare journal entries for accruals, prepayments, and adjustments.

  • Review and ensure the accuracy of financial statements and reports.

  • Accounts Payable (AP):

  • Process and review incoming vendor invoices, ensuring accuracy and proper authorization.

  • Track and manage outstanding payables, ensuring timely payments to vendors.

  • Reconcile AP accounts, ensuring discrepancies are resolved promptly.

  • Accounts Receivable (AR):

  • Assist with the processing and posting of customer payments.

  • Monitor and manage aging AR, following up on overdue accounts and ensuring timely collections.

  • Prepare and review customer invoices and credit memos.

  • Assist with the reconciliation of AR balances.

  • Journal Entries:

  • Prepare and post routine and non-routine journal entries.

  • Assist in maintaining the general ledger, ensuring accurate and timely postings of all transactions.

  • Support the preparation of journal entries related to accruals, depreciation, prepaid expenses, and adjustments.

  • Account Reconciliation:

  • Perform regular reconciliations of bank accounts, credit card statements, and other balance sheet accounts.

  • Investigate and resolve discrepancies in reconciliations.

  • Assist in the preparation of supporting documentation for audits and financial reviews.

  • Other Accounting Functions:

  • Provide assistance with financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting processes as needed.

  • Assist with the preparation of sales tax returns, business license renewals, and other compliance-related filings.

  • Support internal controls and accounting procedures to ensure accuracy and adherence to company policies.

  • Assist in special projects or ad-hoc reporting as required.

    Requirements • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

• Proven experience as a Staff Accountant in the healthcare or social assistance industry

• Proficient knowledge of accounting principles and procedures

• Experience with Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) processes

• Familiarity with bank reconciliations and maintaining the general ledger

• Ability to prepare and post journal entries accurately

• Experience with month-end close procedures

• Proficient in using accounting software such as NetSuite, Oracle, QuickBooks, and SAP

• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and exercising discretion.

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.

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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.

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