Senior Staff Accountant

We are looking for a Senior Staff Accountant to join a growing team in North Andover, Massachusetts. This contract-to-permanent opportunity is ideal for an accounting specialist who can manage core financial activities while supporting accurate reporting and month-end processes. The role will contribute across payables, receivables, ledger maintenance, and cost-focused accounting in a detail-driven environment.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily accounts payable and accounts receivable activities to ensure transactions are processed accurately and on schedule.

• Maintain the general ledger by preparing and recording journal entries that support complete and reliable financial records.

• Assist with month-end close by reconciling accounts, reviewing balances, and helping finalize financial results within established deadlines.

• Track inventory-related accounting and analyze cost of goods sold to support accurate valuation and reporting.

• Manage fixed asset records, including additions, disposals, and depreciation updates, to keep schedules current.

• Perform bank reconciliations and investigate discrepancies to ensure cash activity aligns with company records.

• Prepare variance analyses that highlight differences between expected and actual results and identify areas requiring follow-up.

• Utilize NetSuite to enter, review, and maintain accounting data while supporting efficient financial operations.

Qualifications:

• Experience working with general ledger accounting and preparing journal entries in a detail-oriented environment.
• Hands-on knowledge of accounts payable, accounts receivable, and month-end close procedures.
• Familiarity with cost accounting concepts, including inventory valuation and cost of goods sold analysis.
• Ability to complete bank reconciliations and research account discrepancies with strong attention to detail.
• Experience maintaining fixed asset records and supporting accurate financial reporting.
• Proficiency with NetSuite and confidence working within accounting systems to manage transactional and reporting tasks.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to review variances and interpret financial data effectively.

Compensation

$30.00-$40.00 Hourly

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