Accountant

Accountant – Tewksbury, MA

Sigma, Inc. is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Accountant to join our client's accounting team at the Department of Public Health in Tewksbury, MA. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and financial reporting. This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional looking to contribute to a dynamic public sector organization.

Key responsibilities include supporting the accounting department with day-to-day operations, maintaining and reconciling general ledger accounts, processing and managing accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions, preparing and assisting with financial statements, reports, and audits, ensuring compliance with accounting principles, state regulations, and departmental policies, utilizing Microsoft Excel for financial analysis, reporting, and data management, and collaborating with internal teams to resolve discrepancies and improve workflow efficiency.

Qualifications include a bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred, minimum 2 years of accounting experience (public sector experience a plus), strong proficiency in MS Excel and other Microsoft Office applications, solid understanding of GAAP, general ledger functions, and reporting, excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills, and the ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.