Staff Accountant

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process. Staff Accountant Full Time — Roxbury, MA, US 7 days ago Requisition ID: 1277 Salary Range: $60,000.00 To $64,000.00 Annually Why Children’s Services of Roxbury? At Children’s Services of Roxbury, we’re not just offering a job - we’re offering a chance to be part of something bigger. Our mission is to bring peace of mind to children and families across Massachusetts. We foster a culture of trust, humility, and respect, where every team member is valued and supported. If you’re looking to make a real impact and grow with a team that strives to create a brighter future for children and families across Massachusetts, this role is for you. Position Summary The primary function of this role is accounts payable , serving as the operational anchor for vendor relations, disbursement cycles, and state contract expense matching. It works closely with program managers and relies on the Part-Time Senior Staff Accountant as a technical escalation point to bridge daily operations with the Controller’s final financial statements. Key Responsibilities Accounts Payable Oversight: Lead the end-to-end accounts payable cycle; review, code, and process vendor invoices; manage internal reimbursement workflows and ensure accurate general ledger expense distribution. Vendor & Cash Management: Maintain professional communication with vendors; research and resolve payment discrepancies; process internal check disbursements and apply payments accurately within the financial system. Revenue Cycle & State Billing: Prepare and submit monthly contract billing in compliance with state agency requirements; utilize the Massachusetts Management Accounting and Reporting System (MMARS) to reconcile received vendor payments. Account Reconciliation: Perform monthly reconciliations for vendor payments, credit card statements, organizational loans, and baseline balance sheet accounts. Fixed Assets: Maintain the agency Fixed Asset schedule and prepare and post monthly depreciation expenses. Data Integration: Import and reconcile external financial data from Excel spreadsheets, including online transactions, accounts payable sub-ledgers, and donation activity. Budget & Program Support: Collaborate with program managers to track contract milestones, vendor spending thresholds, and accounts payable approvals. Audit & Team Collaboration: Support the Finance team during annual audit activities by pulling transactional vouchers and invoice data; provide cross-functional support to the Business Office and Payroll teams as needed. Qualifications Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance preferred. Experience: 3+ years of general accounting experience, with a heavy emphasis on core accounts payable processing, preferably within a non-profit or human services environment. Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (data imports, formulas) and Word; hands-on experience with at least one mid-market accounting software platform. [1 ] Soft Skills Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and analytical capabilities to manage high-volume transactional data in a dynamic environment. Excellent verbal and written communication skills to maintain professional relationships with internal program staff and external funding vendors. Demonstrated commitment to accuracy, data integrity, and collaborative teamwork in a mission-driven setting. Salary and Benefits Salary: $60,000 to $64,000 annually Health, dental, and vision insurance Paid time off and optional 401(k) plan Employee discounts and access to CEU/professional development opportunities Supportive, mission-driven team environment #J-18808-Ljbffr