Staff Accountant
About The Position
The Staff Accountant plays a key role in maintaining the financial accuracy and integrity of the division’s operations. The position performs general accounting functions, supports payroll processing and month-end and year-end closings, prepares financial reports, and helps ensure compliance with internal policies and applicable regulations. The Staff Accountant works with divisional leadership, corporate accounting, and operational teams to provide timely, accurate, and relevant financial data. The position is based in an office in Everett or Danvers, with occasional interaction in warehouse or operational areas. Minimal travel may be required for training or cross-divisional collaboration. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 4 p.m., in office.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- At least 2 years of relevant accounting experience.
- Strong knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with ERP or accounting systems.
- High attention to detail and strong organizational and time-management skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Accuracy and attention to detail, analytical thinking, time management and prioritization, confidentiality and professionalism, problem solving and initiative, and collaboration and communication.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in a corporate or divisional environment.
- Experience with payroll processing and familiarity with payroll tax regulations.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and post journal entries, accruals, and adjustments for monthly and quarterly closings.
- Reconcile general ledger accounts, bank statements, and subsidiary ledgers.
- Maintain and update accounting records in accordance with company policies and GAAP.
- Assist with preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and reports.
- Support budgeting and forecasting by providing financial data and variance analysis.
- Assist accounts payable with daily load closings, purchase orders, and invoices.
- Track and report capital expenditures, prepaid expenses, and other balance sheet accounts.
- Process and reconcile divisional employee payroll, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with applicable laws and company policies.
- Maintain proper documentation and retention of accounting records for audits and compliance.
- Collaborate with operations to resolve billing, expense, and inventory discrepancies.
- Assist with internal and external audits by preparing schedules, responding to inquiries, and providing documentation.
- Monitor internal-control compliance and recommend process improvements.
- Support special projects and financial analysis as requested by division leadership.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
