Staff Accountant

We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join a growing team in Boston, Massachusetts in a contract-to-permanent capacity. This position supports core accounting operations with a strong emphasis on accounts payable, month-end activities, and financial record accuracy. The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience with QuickBooks and NetSuite and is comfortable working across internal teams to keep processes organized, timely, and audit-ready.

Responsibilities:
• Oversee the end-to-end accounts payable cycle, including reviewing invoices, matching supporting documents, processing payments, and reconciling employee expenses and company card activity.
• Use accounting and procurement systems such as QuickBooks, NetSuite, Ramp, and Prendio to code transactions correctly, route approvals, and maintain timely payment workflows.
• Coordinate with department contacts to confirm that invoices, purchasing documents, and contract terms are consistent before payment is released.
• Address vendor questions promptly and investigate billing issues to ensure accurate resolution and strong supplier relationships.
• Prepare and organize supporting records for audits and maintain documentation in a manner that supports compliance and easy retrieval.
• Assist with monthly close tasks by posting journal entries, reconciling bank activity, and supporting general ledger accuracy.
• Track fixed assets and update depreciation schedules to keep financial reporting current and complete.
• Contribute to system enhancement efforts related to NetSuite, including testing updates and helping refine accounting processes.
• Support automation initiatives within accounts payable to improve efficiency, strengthen controls, and reduce manual administrative work.

Qualifications:

• At least 2 years of accounting experience, with meaningful exposure to accounts payable operations.
• Practical experience using QuickBooks and NetSuite in a detail-focused accounting environment.
• Working knowledge of journal entries, general ledger activity, and month-end close support.
• Ability to manage invoice processing, reconciliations, and payment workflows with a high level of accuracy.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to maintain clear financial documentation for audit and reporting purposes.
• Effective communication skills for working with vendors and internal teams to resolve discrepancies.
• Experience with Ramp or Prendio is preferred.
• Familiarity with corporate tax return support is a plus.

Compensation

$26.13-$30.25 Hourly

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