Job Description
Job DescriptionWe are looking for an experienced Senior Staff Accountant to join a team in Burlington, Massachusetts. This Long-term Contract position will play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, supporting timely close activities, and strengthening day-to-day accounting operations. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, sound judgment in resolving variances, and the ability to collaborate effectively with both finance and operational stakeholders.
Responsibilities:
• Lead recurring close activities by preparing and recording journal entries, reviewing balances, and ensuring accounts are reconciled accurately and on schedule.
• Oversee daily cash-related accounting by tracking bank transactions, monitoring activity, and supporting reliable financial reporting.
• Provide hands-on support across payables and receivables to help maintain accurate processing and resolve transaction issues efficiently.
• Examine financial results, identify unusual variances, and research discrepancies to support accurate reporting.
• Prepare corporate tax and sales tax documentation, maintain organized compliance records, and assist with required filings.
• Work closely with business partners and leadership to contribute to budgeting efforts, reporting needs, and financial insights.
• Recommend and support improvements to accounting workflows while contributing to special assignments and priority projects as needed.• Demonstrated experience in staff or senior-level accounting roles with strong general ledger knowledge.
• Proven ability to prepare and post journal entries and complete detailed account reconciliations.
• Background handling corporate tax matters, including corporate tax return support and related compliance activities.
• Working knowledge of sales tax requirements and experience preparing associated filings or documentation.
• Experience managing cash activity, bank transactions, and core financial reporting responsibilities.
• Ability to analyze accounting data, investigate exceptions, and resolve discrepancies with accuracy.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to partner effectively with cross-functional teams and leadership.