Sr. Accountant

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 is ideal for someone who works carefully and independently, can manage complex reconciliations, and can help keep monthly reporting on track. The successful candidate will partner across multiple business functions while maintaining accuracy in financial records and account activity.

Responsibilities:
• Manage assigned general ledger accounts, ensuring balances are accurate, supported, and properly maintained.
• Lead reconciliation improvement efforts by identifying discrepancies, resolving outstanding items, and strengthening account accuracy.
• Execute key month-end close activities with minimal supervision, including preparing entries and supporting timely financial reporting.
• Analyze financial transactions in depth to investigate variances and uncover the root cause of accounting issues.
• Oversee accounting for prepaid expenses and inventory-related balances, ensuring proper tracking and recording.
• Work closely with accounts payable, accounts receivable, finance, sales, and operations teams to coordinate financial information and resolve issues.
• Maintain customer master data and related records with a strong focus on completeness and consistency.
• Provide additional accounting support and related financial tasks as business needs require.

Qualifications:

• Demonstrated experience managing month-end close processes in a senior-level accounting role.
• Strong knowledge of general ledger activity, journal entry preparation, and accrual accounting.
• Proficiency in account reconciliation, including bank reconciliations and balance sheet account analysis.
• Experience preparing and reviewing income statements and consolidated balance sheet information.
• Familiarity with fixed assets, prepaid accounting, and inventory or physical asset tracking.
• Solid understanding of debits, credits, and ledger-based financial controls.
• Ability to work independently, investigate issues thoroughly, and collaborate effectively across departments.

Compensation

$47.50-$55.00 Hourly

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