Staff Accountant
<p>Our client in Dalton, MA is seeking a dedicated Staff Accountant to join their growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for finance professionals looking to advance their career in a collaborative and supportive environment. This role is essential in ensuring accurate and efficient accounting operations, including cost and fixed asset management. The ideal candidate is a proactive problem solver with strong technical skills and a commitment to accuracy.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial statements in accordance with GAAP</li><li>Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes</li><li>Process accounts payable (AP) and accounts receivable (AR) transactions and assist with vendor/client inquiries</li><li>Analyze general ledger accounts to ensure accuracy and resolve discrepancies</li><li>Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis</li><li>Support audit preparation and collaborate with external auditors as needed</li><li>Maintain documentation for accounting procedures and internal controls</li><li>Assist in implementing new accounting policies and process improvements</li><li>Collaborate cross-functionally with internal departments to support business initiatives</li><li>Respond promptly to ad hoc requests and special projects from management</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p>
<ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field required</li><li>Minimum two years of professional accounting experience preferred</li><li>Strong knowledge of US GAAP and standard accounting practices</li><li>Experience with accounting software and intermediate-to-advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel</li><li>Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills</li><li>High attention to detail and ability to prioritize tasks to meet deadlines</li><li>Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment</li></ul><p><br></p>
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- Dalton, MA
- onsite
- Temporary
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28.50 - 33.00 USD / Hourly
- <p>Our client in Dalton, MA is seeking a dedicated Staff Accountant to join their growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for finance professionals looking to advance their career in a collaborative and supportive environment. This role is essential in ensuring accurate and efficient accounting operations, including cost and fixed asset management. The ideal candidate is a proactive problem solver with strong technical skills and a commitment to accuracy.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial statements in accordance with GAAP</li><li>Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes</li><li>Process accounts payable (AP) and accounts receivable (AR) transactions and assist with vendor/client inquiries</li><li>Analyze general ledger accounts to ensure accuracy and resolve discrepancies</li><li>Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis</li><li>Support audit preparation and collaborate with external auditors as needed</li><li>Maintain documentation for accounting procedures and internal controls</li><li>Assist in implementing new accounting policies and process improvements</li><li>Collaborate cross-functionally with internal departments to support business initiatives</li><li>Respond promptly to ad hoc requests and special projects from management</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p>
- 2025-12-08T21:59:05Z