We are looking for a highly skilled Sr. Accountant to join our team on a long-term contract basis in Lexington, Massachusetts. In this role, you will play a key part in ensuring the accuracy of financial records, supporting audits, and maintaining compliance with accounting standards. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented individual with a strong background in U.S. accounting principles and financial reporting. Responsibilities:• Analyze supply agreements, purchase orders, and invoices to ensure accurate revenue recognition.• Prepare journal entries for revenue and deferred revenue to support month-end and year-end closing activities.• Perform detailed reconciliations of balance sheet accounts and investigate fluctuations in general ledger accounts.• Coordinate with external auditors to facilitate quarterly reviews and year-end financial audits.• Assist in the preparation of regulatory filings and ensure compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley requirements.• Work closely with cross-functional teams to address accounting-related issues and promote process enhancements.• Contribute to financial reporting efforts, including SEC reporting and other required disclosures.• Support the implementation of best practices in accounting systems and procedures.

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Accounting or Finance. • A minimum of 3 to 5 years of experience, preferably in public accounting. • Strong knowledge of U.S. accounting principles and financial reporting standards. • Proficiency in SAP and other financial systems. • Demonstrated expertise in month-end close, journal entries, and account reconciliations. • Familiarity with SEC reporting and revenue recognition processes. • Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail. • Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.

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Lexington, MA
onsite
Temporary
47.50 - 55.00 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a highly skilled Sr. Accountant to join our team on a long-term contract basis in Lexington, Massachusetts. In this role, you will play a key part in ensuring the accuracy of financial records, supporting audits, and maintaining compliance with accounting standards. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented individual with a strong background in U.S. accounting principles and financial reporting. Responsibilities:• Analyze supply agreements, purchase orders, and invoices to ensure accurate revenue recognition.• Prepare journal entries for revenue and deferred revenue to support month-end and year-end closing activities.• Perform detailed reconciliations of balance sheet accounts and investigate fluctuations in general ledger accounts.• Coordinate with external auditors to facilitate quarterly reviews and year-end financial audits.• Assist in the preparation of regulatory filings and ensure compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley requirements.• Work closely with cross-functional teams to address accounting-related issues and promote process enhancements.• Contribute to financial reporting efforts, including SEC reporting and other required disclosures.• Support the implementation of best practices in accounting systems and procedures.
2025-09-17T14:09:02Z