We are looking for an experienced Accountant to join a growing team in Massachusetts. This contract opportunity with permanent potential is ideal for someone who enjoys managing core accounting operations, improving financial processes, and working closely with internal partners to maintain accuracy across the organization. The role offers a hands-on opportunity to support both payables and receivables while helping strengthen day-to-day accounting performance.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee daily accounts payable and accounts receivable activities, ensuring transactions are processed accurately and recorded on time.<br>• Reconcile subledger activity to the general ledger each month and resolve variances through detailed review and follow-up.<br>• Prepare and post journal entries to support routine accounting operations and maintain accurate financial records.<br>• Perform bank reconciliations and investigate discrepancies to ensure completeness and accuracy of cash activity.<br>• Work with cross-functional teams to streamline billing, payment handling, and financial recordkeeping procedures.<br>• Manage a portfolio of key customer accounts, including monitoring credit exposure and coordinating collection efforts when needed.<br>• Research accounting issues, identify control gaps, and implement practical solutions that improve workflow reliability and accuracy.<br>• Provide day-to-day support and guidance to accounting team members to encourage consistency, accountability, and collaboration.