Staff Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for a Staff Accountant to support core accounting operations in Massachusetts. This position plays an important role in maintaining accurate financial records, managing payables activity, and assisting with payroll and closing processes. The ideal candidate brings hands-on accounting experience, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment with high transaction volume.

Responsibilities:
• Oversee month-end accounting activities by preparing journal entries, completing account reconciliations, and helping ensure timely and accurate financial close procedures.
• Manage a high volume of accounts payable transactions, including reviewing vendor invoices, coordinating approvals, and processing payments efficiently.
• Monitor outstanding payables by preparing and analyzing aging reports, identifying overdue items, and supporting timely resolution of open balances.
• Communicate directly with vendors regarding invoice questions, payment timing, and account status while maintaining strong business relationships.
• Reconcile vendor statements against internal records to verify accuracy, investigate discrepancies, and support clean account balances.
• Process payroll activities with attention to compliance requirements, including certified payroll and Section 3-related reporting responsibilities where applicable.
• Maintain accurate accounting documentation and transaction records to support audits, reporting needs, and day-to-day financial operations.• At least 1 year of accounting experience in a staff accountant, accounts payable, or related finance role.
• Working knowledge of month-end close tasks, including journal entry preparation and account reconciliation.
• Experience handling vendor invoices, payment processing, and high-volume accounts payable workflows.
• Familiarity with AP aging analysis and follow-up on outstanding vendor balances.
• Exposure to payroll administration, including certified payroll requirements.
• Proficiency with Viewpoint Spectrum or similar accounting software.
• Strong attention to detail, time management skills, and the ability to communicate clearly with internal teams and external vendors.