Accountant
Advocates · Framingham, MA · 1 mo ago
Accounting$60k–$65k/yrFull-time
About the role
The Accountant assists in the monthly close process and provides timely and accurate reconciliations.
Responsibilities
- Prepare bank reconciliations for assigned cash accounts on a monthly basis prior to issuing the financial statements.
- Record Tenant Rent Assistance payments in accounting software for HUD entities.
- Prepare year end audit schedules.
- Update and maintain assigned balance sheet, allocations, general ledger journal entries, amortization schedules, recurring expenses and prepaid schedules.
- Aid in timely, accurate and high quality monthly close.
- Recommend procedural improvements to processes and resolve issues.
- Attend and actively participate in supervision and staff meetings.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Accounting
- 1-2 years experience in full general ledger monthly closing, preferably in non-profit, human services and/or health care environment
- Strong spreadsheet application and computer skills
- Proficiency in accounting software applications (experience with Business Central a plus)
- Communicate articulately and knowledgeably with all levels of internal staff
- Well organized, willing to learn and take initiative
- Ability to meet deadlines
- High energy level, superior interpersonal skills and ability to function in a team atmosphere