Sr. Accountant
Robert Half · Andover, MA · 2 mo ago
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We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to support core accounting operations for a Long-term Contract position based in Andover, Massachusetts. This role will play a key part in maintaining accurate financial records, driving a dependable month-end close, and resolving account discrepancies through detailed analysis. The ideal candidate is comfortable working independently, partnering across multiple departments, and managing a wide range of balance sheet and operational accounting activities.
Responsibilities
- Manage assigned general ledger accounts and ensure transactions are recorded accurately and completely.
- Lead account reconciliation efforts, including researching aged items and resolving outstanding discrepancies.
- Execute critical month-end close tasks with minimal supervision, including preparing and posting journal entries.
- Oversee accounting activities related to prepaids, inventory, accruals, and other balance sheet accounts.
- Work closely with accounts payable, accounts receivable, finance, and operations to align financial data and support business needs.
- Maintain customer master records and related data to help preserve reporting accuracy and operational consistency.
- Prepare bank and balance sheet reconciliations and investigate variances in a timely manner.
- Support physical inventory and asset-related accounting processes, including record maintenance and follow-up analysis.
- Contribute to additional accounting assignments and financial support activities as needed.
Requirements
- Proven experience handling month-end close activities in a senior-level accounting role.
- Strong knowledge of general ledger accounting, journal entries, accruals, and debit and credit principles.
- Hands-on experience with account reconciliations, including bank and balance sheet reconciliations.
- Familiarity with accounting for prepaids, fixed assets, inventory, and related supporting schedules.
- Ability to analyze income statement and balance sheet activity with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Comfortable working independently while also collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.
- Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to investigate issues thoroughly and identify practical resolutions.
Benefits
- Medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance.
- Eligibility to enroll in company 401(k) plan.