Staff Accountant

Informa Group Plc. • Newton, MA

3d • $70,000 - $85,000 • Onsite

About The Position

This role is based in our Auburndale, MA office. The Staff Accountant is responsible for performing a variety of accounting functions to support the company's financial operations and reporting processes. This role contributes to the accuracy and integrity of financial records through detailed reconciliations, journal entries, and analysis while supporting key initiatives, including ERP implementation and intercompany accounting. The position requires strong technical accounting skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively within a dynamic finance team.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting
• Minimum of 2 years of accounting experience
• Proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Excel (advanced skills preferred)
• Excellent analytical skills with attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong problem-solving abilities and critical thinking skills
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Experience with month-end close processes and financial statement preparation
• Knowledge of internal controls and SOX compliance a plus
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team

Nice To Haves

• CPA certification preferred
• Knowledge of internal controls and SOX compliance a plus

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review balance sheet account reconciliations, ensuring accuracy and completeness of financial records
• Create journal entries in accordance with GAAP and company policies
• Support the implementation of new ERP systems, including data migration, testing, and process documentation
• Assist with month-end and quarter-end close procedures, ensuring timely completion of assigned tasks
• Perform monthly financial statement variance analysis and investigate significant fluctuations
• Prepare internal financial reports and supporting schedules for management review
• Contribute to external financial reporting requirements and audit support
• Document accounting processes and procedures to ensure compliance with internal controls
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and increased efficiencies
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve accounting issues and support business needs
• Maintain organized documentation for all accounting activities and transactions
• Assist with special projects and ad-hoc analyses as needed

Benefits

• Great community: a welcoming culture with in-person and online social events, our fantastic Walk the World charity day and active colleague groups and networks promoting a positive, supportive, and collaborative work environment
• Broader impact: take up to four days per year to volunteer, with charity match funding available too
• Career opportunity: the opportunity to develop your career with bespoke training and learning, mentoring platforms and on-demand access to thousands of courses on LinkedIn Learning. When it’s time for the next step, we encourage and support internal job moves
• Time out: 15 days PTO rising to 20 after three years and 25 after six years, plus 10 national holidays, a birthday leave day and the chance to work from (almost!) anywhere for up to four weeks a year
• Competitive benefits, including a 401k match, health, vision and dental insurance, parental leave and an ESPP offering company shares at a minimum 15% discount
• Strong wellbeing support through EAP assistance, mental health first aiders, free access to a wellness app and more
• Recognition for great work, with global awards and kudos programs
• As an international company, the chance to collaborate with teams around the world

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees