senior accountant.

job summary:
Job Summary: We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Senior Accountant to join our finance team at our Ashland, MA location. In this role, you will manage general accounting functions and support key financial operations, ensuring timely and accurate financial transactions. The role encompasses general ledger management, balance sheet reconciliations, month-end and year-end close processes, as well as accruals and payroll processing. This position is ideal for a candidate with experience in general accounting and who thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced manufacturing environment. This is a full-time, office-based position.

Key Responsibilities:

- Manage general ledger accounting, journal entries, and account reconciliations

- Assist in the month-end and year-end close processes, including posting monthly journal entries for:

o Bad Debt Reserve

o Prepaid Expense

- Balance sheet reconciliations, including:

o Other Receivables

o Prepaids

o Fixed Assets/Depreciation/CIP

o Amortization o Accrued Liabilities

o Payroll Liabilities (including 401k, HSA, FSA, Employee Voluntary Benefits)

- Responsible for the accurate booking of monthly accruals, including:

o Freight o Warranty o Property Tax

o Commissions/Bonus o International Accrual

o Payroll Accrual for hourly workers

- Perform daily bank reconciliations of four bank accounts

- Maintain and update fixed asset and CIP schedules

- Assist with weekly payroll processing and tax filings, ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal regulations

- Support external audits by preparing schedules and providing necessary documentation

- Analyze financial data to identify trends, discrepancies, and opportunities for improvement

- Manage and monitor Documentary Letters of Credit received from customers

- Maintain the Travel Expense Reimbursement system and assist with employee onboarding and audits

 
location: Waltham, Massachusetts
job type: Permanent
salary: $100,000 - 110,000 per year
work hours: 9 to 5
education: Bachelor's degree
experience: 5 Years
 
responsibilities:
Key Responsibilities:

- Manage general ledger accounting, journal entries, and account reconciliations

- Assist in the month-end and year-end close processes, including posting monthly journal entries for:

o Bad Debt Reserve

o Prepaid Expense

- Balance sheet reconciliations, including:

o Other Receivables

o Prepaids

o Fixed Assets/Depreciation/CIP

o Amortization o Accrued Liabilities

o Payroll Liabilities (including 401k, HSA, FSA, Employee Voluntary Benefits)

- Responsible for the accurate booking of monthly accruals, including:

o Freight o Warranty o Property Tax

o Commissions/Bonus o International Accrual

o Payroll Accrual for hourly workers

- Perform daily bank reconciliations of four bank accounts

- Maintain and update fixed asset and CIP schedules

- Assist with weekly payroll processing and tax filings, ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal regulations

- Support external audits by preparing schedules and providing necessary documentation

- Analyze financial data to identify trends, discrepancies, and opportunities for improvement

- Manage and monitor Documentary Letters of Credit received from customers

- Maintain the Travel Expense Reimbursement system and assist with employee onboarding and audits

 
qualifications:
What We're Looking For:

- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

- 8+ years of progressive experience in accounting

- Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and accounting principles

- Experience with ERP systems, JD Edwards (JDE) is highly preferred

- Highly proactive, self-motivated, and able to manage multiple priorities.

- Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to accuracy

- A go-getter attitude is essential for success in this role, someone who takes ownership of responsibilities, approaches challenges with a positive attitude, and constantly seeks opportunities to improve and streamline processes. We value someone who is not afraid to take initiative, step up when needed, and make impactful contributions without constant supervision.

 
skills: $0-50 million

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com.

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, an incentive and recognition program, and 401K contribution (all benefits are based on eligibility).

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.

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