Jobs · Accounting · Massachusetts

Sr. Accountant

Robert Half · Lawrence, MA · 4 wk ago
On-siteAccountingFull-time

Responsibilities

  • Lead and improve purchasing and accounts payable activities to promote accuracy, efficiency, and strong financial oversight.
  • Support accounts receivable follow-up, complete bank reconciliations, and help manage cash activity to strengthen working capital performance.
  • Partner with the Plant Controller and accounting colleagues to complete monthly close tasks, prepare journal entries, and reconcile balance sheet accounts.
  • Contribute to consolidated financial reporting by preparing accurate supporting information for inclusion in parent company results.
  • Work closely with operations and shipping teams to assist with inventory cycle counts and help track inventory levels needed to support production demands.
  • Maintain internal control standards and provide documentation and assistance during internal and external audit reviews.
  • Cook up accounting support for federal and state tax reporting obligations in partnership with finance leadership.
  • Provide administrative support and assist with selected human resources-related tasks as needed.

Requirements

  • At least 5 years of accounting experience within a manufacturing environment.
  • Strong hands-on experience with month-end close, general ledger activity, journal entries, and account reconciliations.
  • Proven ability to perform bank reconciliations and support accurate cash reporting.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.
  • Experience working across departments with strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail and a strong commitment to financial accuracy and control.
  • Manufacturing cost accounting knowledge is strongly preferred.
  • Certifications demonstrating attention to detail are appreciated but not required.

Qualifications

Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

Skills

Robert Half offers access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.

Benefits

All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

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