We are looking for a Payroll Accountant to manage end-to-end U.S. payroll operations with precision and strong attention to compliance in Boston, Massachusetts. This role supports both payroll processing and the related accounting activities that keep financial records accurate and current. The ideal candidate will work across payroll, benefits, and finance matters while helping employees and internal teams resolve pay-related questions effectively.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Administer full-cycle U.S. payroll for employees, ensuring wages, withholdings, benefit deductions, and final net pay are processed correctly and on schedule.<br>• Prepare and post payroll-related journal entries, including compensation, benefits, employer taxes, and recurring month-end accruals.<br>• Reconcile payroll balance sheet and expense accounts to confirm financial records align with payroll activity and supporting documentation.<br>• Perform quarterly and annual wage and tax reconciliations, identifying variances and resolving issues before required filings and reporting deadlines.<br>• Investigate discrepancies involving taxes, deductions, benefits, garnishments, and paid time off, and take corrective action as needed.<br>• Monitor and validate payroll data exchanged between payroll platforms to maintain accurate employee records and payroll results.<br>• Partner with Human Resources, Finance, and Benefits teams to address compensation changes, payroll questions, and employee support needs.<br>• Assist with year-end payroll activities, including reviewing and validating W-2 information and supporting payroll compliance requirements.
<p>We are looking for a Financial Analyst to join a finance team in Massachusetts. This position supports core accounting and financial reporting activities, including close processes, forecasting, reconciliations, and regulatory submissions within a banking or credit union environment. The role is well suited for a dependable individual who can work independently, partner with internal stakeholders, and help strengthen reporting accuracy and operational efficiency.</p><p><br></p><p>For Immediate Interview please contact Victor Muller at 508- 205 2136</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Create internal financial reports and assist with required external regulatory filings to support accurate and timely reporting.</p><p>• Perform reconciliations across general ledger accounts, investigate discrepancies, and resolve issues with appropriate documentation.</p><p>• Contribute to budgeting, forecasting, and variance review activities by analyzing trends and explaining key drivers.</p><p>• Prepare journal entries for month-end close and help maintain an organized, reliable closing process.</p><p>• Support the calculation and documentation of the allowance for credit loss in accordance with established policies.</p><p>• Review financial information for accuracy, consistency, and completeness, escalating concerns when needed.</p><p>• Build and maintain process documentation, operating instructions, and troubleshooting references for finance activities.</p><p>• Assess existing workflows and recommend improvements that enhance controls, reduce manual effort, and increase efficiency.</p><p>• Partner with auditors and assist with requests during internal or external audit engagements.</p>
We are looking for an Accountant to join a growing team in Taunton, Massachusetts in a contract role with the potential to become permanent. This role is well suited for an early-career accounting specialist who wants hands-on exposure to core financial operations while building a long-term career path. The position supports daily accounting activities, cash management, and financial reporting, with the chance to be considered for a permanent role based on performance and business needs.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Maintain the accuracy of daily general ledger activity by reviewing balances and resolving routine discrepancies.<br>• Prepare and release wire transactions while following established financial controls and approval procedures.<br>• Monitor daily cash activity and calculate cash positions to support effective fund management.<br>• Record recurring and ad hoc journal entries to keep accounting records current and complete.<br>• Assist with month-end close tasks, including account review, reconciliations, and supporting schedules.<br>• Contribute to financial reporting by gathering data and helping organize documentation for internal use.<br>• Support accounts payable and accounts receivable processes as needed to ensure timely transaction handling.<br>• Perform bank reconciliations and investigate variances to maintain reliable financial records.
<p><strong><em>Compensation Accountant</em></strong></p><p><strong><em>Location: Boston, Back Bay (3 days in office/week)</em></strong></p><p><strong><em>Comp: $90-110k + bonus </em></strong></p><p><br></p><p>Our client, an international consulting firm, is seeking a Compensation Accountant to join their accounting team.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>-Manage payroll, bonus, equity, and benefits accounting.</p><p>-Prepare journal entries, reconciliations, and month-end close support.</p><p>-Partner cross-functionally on compensation reporting and analysis.</p><p>Support audits, controls, and accounting compliance.</p><p>-Assist with process improvements, automation, and system enhancements.</p><p>-Contribute to global compensation accounting activities.</p>
We are looking for a strategic finance leader to guide budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis for our organization in Burlington, Massachusetts. This role partners closely with senior leadership to deliver clear financial insights, support business planning, and shape decisions across revenue, operations, and capital investments. The ideal candidate brings strong FP&A and financial reporting expertise, along with experience in a fast-growing, venture-backed technology environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead company-wide planning cycles, including annual budgets, quarterly forecasts, and rolling outlooks across the income statement, balance sheet, and cash flow.<br>• Partner with executives and department leaders to provide financial guidance, evaluate business performance, and support strategic decision-making.<br>• Review results across revenue, cost of sales, operating expenses, and capital spending to identify trends, risks, and opportunities.<br>• Build and deliver financial presentations and analysis for leadership reviews, board materials, and monthly business performance discussions.<br>• Track key performance indicators, investigate variances against plan, and recommend actions to improve financial outcomes.<br>• Create financial models to assess strategic initiatives, investment decisions, and potential acquisitions.<br>• Support cross-functional planning by collaborating with market and functional leaders on budgets, forecasts, and operating assumptions.<br>• Perform ad hoc reporting and detailed analysis to address emerging business questions and leadership requests.<br>• Evaluate financial and operational processes to improve efficiency and strengthen insight into manufacturing, product costing, marketing initiatives, capital projects, and product launches.
We are looking for an experienced financial reporting leader to support a university environment in Kingston, Rhode Island. This Long-term Contract position will oversee critical accounting operations, strengthen internal controls, and deliver accurate, timely financial information for institutional decision-making. The role requires a strong background in general ledger management, reconciliations, audit support, and financial policy interpretation within a complex organizational setting.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead the development, upkeep, and review of core financial control processes to protect the accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of accounting data.<br>• Guide team members and administrative staff in preparing, analyzing, and distributing financial reports across divisions, departments, and individual accounts.<br>• Partner with the budget function to prepare financial forecasts and planning insights for senior leadership.<br>• Oversee the Student Loan Office and ensure its financial activities are managed effectively and in compliance with established standards.<br>• Direct senior accounting staff responsible for fixed assets, depreciation activity, inventory tracking, and account reconciliation processes.<br>• Evaluate departmental operations for adherence to business and financial policies and recommend improvements where needed.<br>• Serve as a key advisor to the Controller on internal controls, financial policy application, and procedural compliance matters.<br>• Stay current on accounting and reporting guidance issued by standard-setting and industry organizations and assess its impact on financial statements and planning.<br>• Support month-end close activities and help maintain reliable general ledger records using systems such as PeopleSoft.
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support core accounting operations for a long-term contract opportunity based in Massachusetts. This role is well suited for someone who can manage day-to-day financial activities, maintain accurate records, and contribute to timely reporting in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience in general ledger accounting, tax support, and month-end tasks while working effectively across multiple priorities.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare and record journal entries to keep financial data complete, accurate, and aligned with accounting standards.<br>• Maintain the general ledger by reviewing account activity, researching discrepancies, and ensuring proper classification of transactions.<br>• Support corporate tax processes by organizing financial information and assisting with return preparation and related documentation.<br>• Handle sales tax activities, including tracking obligations, compiling filings, and helping ensure compliance with applicable requirements.<br>• Reconcile key accounts on a regular basis and resolve outstanding items in coordination with internal stakeholders.<br>• Assist with period-end close activities by gathering supporting schedules and helping deliver timely financial reporting.<br>• Review accounting records for accuracy and identify opportunities to improve consistency in financial documentation.<br>• Partner with finance and business teams to respond to reporting requests and provide support on accounting-related matters.
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support day-to-day accounting operations for an education-focused organization based in Boston, Massachusetts. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for someone who brings a well-rounded background in accounting, accounts payable, and procurement, and who is comfortable managing high-volume expense reimbursement activity in a remote work environment. The role offers the chance to contribute across core financial processes while partnering with internal stakeholders to help maintain accurate and timely records.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage daily accounting activities, including preparing and posting journal entries and maintaining accurate financial records.<br>• Review and process employee expense reimbursements with a strong focus on policy compliance, accuracy, and timely turnaround.<br>• Support accounts payable functions by verifying invoices, coordinating approvals, and helping ensure prompt payment processing.<br>• Assist with procurement-related financial tasks by tracking purchasing activity and aligning documentation with accounting requirements.<br>• Reconcile general ledger accounts and investigate discrepancies to support reliable month-end and ongoing reporting.<br>• Contribute to tax-related accounting work, including support for corporate tax, sales tax, and related filings or documentation.<br>• Collaborate with finance leadership and internal teams to address accounting questions and improve day-to-day workflow efficiency.<br>• Utilize financial systems effectively and learn Workday processes as needed to support accounting operations.
<p>We are looking for a Staff Accountant to support day-to-day accounting operations and help maintain accurate financial records for a growing organization in Milford, Massachusetts. This role is well suited for someone who enjoys balancing transactional accounting with month-end support, payroll coordination, and project-related financial tasks. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, sound judgment with confidential information, and the ability to work effectively across accounting, HR, and project teams.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage vendor invoice entry, payment processing, and employee reimbursement reviews to ensure timely and accurate disbursements.</p><p>• Monitor sales and use tax activity and maintain organized records to support reporting and compliance requirements.</p><p>• Support weekly payroll activities, including coordination with HR and reconciliation of payroll-related deductions and liabilities.</p><p>• Prepare account reconciliations and financial analyses as part of the month-end close process.</p><p>• Partner with the Controller on monthly and year-end closing activities, helping to keep deadlines on track.</p><p>• Contribute to audit readiness by assembling documentation and assisting with schedules requested during the audit process.</p><p>• Maintain accurate accounting schedules for rental equipment and related financial tracking.</p><p>• Help strengthen internal accounting procedures by supporting the development and upkeep of financial controls.</p><p>• Work with project management teams on job-related accounting needs, including cost tracking and other project financial support.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><em><u>For immediate consideration Please call me directly 508-205-2127 ** Eric Lebow** </u></em></strong></p>
<p>We are looking for a Staff Accountant to join an office and support day-to-day financial operations with a strong emphasis on general ledger accounting, accounts payable accuracy, and timely execution. This position works closely with finance leadership to manage multi-entity payment activity, maintain dependable records, and contribute to a well-controlled accounting environment. The ideal candidate brings sound accounting judgment, a service-focused approach, and the ability to handle sensitive financial information with discretion.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage the full accounts payable cycle across multiple entities, from invoice intake and review through payment processing by check, wire, and card-based methods.</p><p>• Assist with month-end activities by preparing journal entries, supporting accruals and reclassifications, and helping complete reconciliations on general ledger and balance sheet accounts.</p><p>• Examine invoices for coding accuracy, authorization, and policy compliance before releasing payments.</p><p>• Track upcoming disbursements and share projected cash requirements with the finance team to support funding decisions and payment planning.</p><p>• Maintain complete, organized, and audit-ready accounts payable documentation and vendor files.</p><p>• Work with internal partners to resolve invoice, approval, and payment issues while keeping workflows efficient and detail-focused.</p><p>• Prepare supporting schedules and documentation for financial reporting, tax-related requests, and management review, and contribute to process or system improvements as needed.</p>
<p><strong>Position Title: </strong>Staff Accountant</p><p><strong>Location: </strong>Brookline (Hybrid schedule, 3 days onsite)</p><p><strong>Compensation: </strong>$65-70k (based on experience)</p><p><br></p><p>The Staff Accountant supports the daily financial operations of a non‑profit, mission‑driven educational institution. This role is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, performing account reconciliations, preparing journal entries, assisting with month‑ and year‑end close activities, and supporting the production of financial reports. The position also contributes to budgeting, variance analysis, grant and restricted fund tracking, and audit preparation.</p><p><br></p>
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support core accounting operations in Boston, Massachusetts. This role is well suited for someone who can manage financial records accurately, contribute to tax-related activities, and maintain the integrity of the general ledger. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, sound judgment, and a consistent focus on accuracy and deadlines.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare and record journal entries to ensure financial activity is captured accurately and on schedule.<br>• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts, researching discrepancies and resolving issues in a timely manner.<br>• Support corporate tax processes by organizing documentation, assisting with filings, and helping ensure compliance with applicable regulations.<br>• Contribute to sales tax reporting activities, including data review, calculation support, and submission preparation.<br>• Assist with the preparation of corporate tax returns by compiling financial information and coordinating required schedules.<br>• Review accounting records for completeness and accuracy while helping strengthen day-to-day financial controls.<br>• Partner with internal stakeholders to gather information needed for reporting, reconciliations, and tax-related deliverables.
<p><strong>Accounting Manager </strong></p><p><strong>Quality of life culture and hybrid work schedule!</strong></p><p><strong>Great benefits! </strong></p><p><strong>REFERENCE CODE: DS0013462219</strong></p><p><strong>Recruiter contact: Duane Sauer @ duane.sauer@roberthalf com</strong></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>Small quaint organization is looking for a hands-on Accounting Manager due to retirement. In this role the Accounting Manager is responsible for billing, AR, oversite of AP & Payroll, Payroll, month end close and monthly financial statement preparation using QuickBooks. </p><p><br></p><p>Minimum requirements include experience in all the above responsibilities, a BS in Accounting and QuickBooks software experience. </p><p><br></p><p>Base salary range of $75,000 - $85,000 plus bonus potential and incredible benefits! </p><p><br></p><p>If you meet the minimum requirements and want to learn more about this opportunity, email your resume as a word document to Duane E. Sauer, CPA at Duane.Sauer@Roberthalf com, reach out to him on LinkedIn and reference DS0013462219 or “apply” below. </p><p><br></p><p>Email duane.sauer@roberthalf com</p><p><br></p><p>Duane Sauer</p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager to support financial operations for a Long-term Contract opportunity based in Framingham, Massachusetts. This role will lead day-to-day accounting activities, provide guidance to a small developing team, and help ensure accurate reporting across core financial processes. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to maintain organized, timely close and reconciliation practices.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead and mentor a small team, providing direction, oversight, and day-to-day support.</p><p>• Review accounts payable activity and related accounting documentation to help ensure completeness, accuracy, and policy compliance.</p><p>• Oversee the recording of transactions, prepaid expenses, and fixed asset activity within the general ledger.</p><p>• Approve and evaluate journal entries, account classifications, and general ledger coding to maintain reliable financial records.</p><p>• Manage month-end close activities by coordinating deadlines, reviewing deliverables, and resolving accounting issues promptly.</p><p>• Perform and review account reconciliations to identify discrepancies, support balance sheet integrity, and strengthen internal controls.</p><p>• Assist with audit preparation by organizing financial support, responding to requests, and helping maintain accurate reporting schedules.</p>
We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager to support a large public company in Woburn, Massachusetts. This Long-term Contract position will oversee core accounting operations, strengthen the month-end close process, and help maintain accurate financial reporting in a complex, high-volume environment. The role requires strong analytical ability, hands-on leadership in general ledger activities, and comfort working with large data sets and Oracle Fusion.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead month-end close activities and help ensure reporting deadlines are met with accuracy and consistency.<br>• Review reconciliations, journal entries, and supporting workpapers to maintain the integrity of the general ledger.<br>• Analyze financial data, operating expenses, and other account activity to identify variances, trends, and areas requiring follow-up.<br>• Support audit readiness by organizing documentation and responding to requests related to financial statement audits and internal reviews.<br>• Use Oracle Fusion Financials and advanced Excel tools, including pivot tables, to manage reporting and evaluate large volumes of data.<br>• Monitor account balances and investigate discrepancies through detailed account reconciliation and transactional analysis.<br>• Partner with internal stakeholders to reinforce compliance with SOX requirements and established internal control standards.<br>• Contribute to oversight of capital expenditure accounting and related reporting activities as needed.
<p>We are looking for a Cost Accounting Manager to lead product costing and inventory valuation activities for retail/consumer products operations in Boston, Massachusetts. This individual contributor role will translate detailed product and supply chain data into financial insight that supports margin improvement, accurate close processes, and informed business decisions. The position works closely with sourcing, production, logistics, and accounting partners to strengthen cost visibility, maintain reliable valuation methods, and improve reporting efficiency.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead standard cost development, including detailed bill of materials review and ongoing cost updates.</p><p>• Examine material, freight, duty, and production cost fluctuations to identify drivers of margin erosion and recommend corrective actions.</p><p>• Partner with sourcing and operational teams to evaluate landed cost components and provide actionable gross margin analysis.</p><p>• Manage inventory-related month-end close activities, including journal entries, reconciliations, and work-in-progress reviews.</p><p>• Monitor inventory reserves for slow-moving, obsolete, or markdown-exposed goods and support forecasting of related exposures.</p><p>• Oversee adherence to inventory valuation policies and support audit requests tied to costing practices and financial controls.</p><p>• Maintain accurate costing structures, item data, and pricing information within enterprise systems to preserve data integrity.</p><p>• Identify opportunities to automate and simplify the movement of financial data between production processes and accounting records.</p>
<p>We are looking for a Sr. Accounting Manager to support our client north of Boston through a Long-term Contract assignment. This position will lead core cost accounting activities, helping ensure accurate financial reporting and meaningful analysis for operational decision-making. The role will also support to strengthen costing practices, improve processes, and support profitability across the business.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead month-end and quarter-end manufacturing cost accounting activities to ensure timely and accurate financial close results.</p><p>• Support our Supply Chain through this year’s budgeting process. </p><p>• Prepare and review inventory reconciliations, journal entries, and supporting analysis related to inventory balances, including in-service merchandise and amortization activity.</p><p>• Direct cycle count and physical inventory programs in coordination with Operations to promote accuracy, completeness, and compliance with internal controls.</p><p>• Establish and apply enhanced product costing standards that align with corporate accounting policies and drive consistency across the organization.</p><p>• Assess inventory reserve requirements, including excess and obsolete stock, in partnership with Supply Chain leadership.</p><p>• Strengthen and monitor internal control execution while identifying opportunities to improve cost and inventory processes, including support for new system-related workflows.</p><p>• Coordinate cost and inventory support for quarterly reviews and annual audits, responding to documentation requests and resolving follow-up items.</p><p>• Drive product cost planning, margin analysis, budgeting, and forecasting activities to support financial performance management.</p><p>• Provide analytical insight to Operations and Supply Chain teams to uncover efficiencies, improve decision-making, and support profitability initiatives.</p><p>• Supervise and develop the cost accounting team while leading ad hoc analysis and special projects as business needs arise.</p>
We are looking for a Cost Accounting Manager to lead product costing and inventory accounting for our apparel and footwear business in Boston, Massachusetts. This individual contributor role will translate detailed cost and supply chain data into financial insight that supports pricing, profitability, and operational decision-making. The position works closely with sourcing, production, logistics, and accounting partners to strengthen margin visibility, maintain accurate valuation, and improve reporting processes.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead the standard costing process across seasonal apparel and footwear assortments, ensuring bills of materials and related cost inputs are accurate and current.<br>• Evaluate changes in materials, freight, duties, and production expenses to explain cost variances and highlight opportunities to protect profitability.<br>• Partner with sourcing and production teams to calculate landed costs and provide analysis that supports gross margin planning.<br>• Oversee inventory accounting during the monthly close cycle, including journal entries, reconciliations, and review of inventory and work-in-process balances.<br>• Monitor reserve levels for excess, slow-moving, or obsolete stock and develop forecasts to support markdown and valuation decisions.<br>• Support audit activity by maintaining sound costing documentation, validating inventory valuation methods, and responding to external auditor requests.<br>• Maintain the integrity of costing data, item records, and pricing structures within the company’s ERP environment.<br>• Identify opportunities to streamline reporting and improve the movement of financial information between operational and accounting workflows.
<p>Our Portsmouth based client is seeking an ambitious and motivated accounts payable specialist to join their growing team. This is a great opportunity for recent graduates with a degree in accounting or finance to gain hands on experience in a dynamic environment. If you are seeking an opportunity that will utilize your degree or 2+ years of experience in accounts payable, we'd love to talk with you.</p><p><br></p><p>The accounts payable specialist will be responsible for the following on a daily/weekly/monthly basis.</p><p><br></p><p>Monitor expense invoices passing through the workflow approval process</p><p>• Review and reconcile errors on invoices not able to be scanned into a workflow</p><p>• Posts invoices into workflows as needed</p><p>• Performs the functions to set up new vendors</p><p>• Maintains all accounts payable reports, spreadsheets and corporate accounts payable files</p><p>• Assists AP Manager as necessary</p><p>• Assists in monthly closings</p><p>• Prepares analysis of accounts as required</p><p>• Provides onsite assistance in the Portsmouth office</p><p> Evaluates proper coding of invoices to general ledger expense accounts and updates to inventory records</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for an Accounting Specialist to support our client in North Kingstown, Rhode Island. This position focuses on maintaining accurate billing, payment processing, and purchasing records while helping ensure financial transactions are completed in a timely and compliant manner. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, sound judgment when resolving discrepancies, and experience working across both payables and receivables functions.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Generate and issue invoices for multiple revenue streams, ensuring billing records are complete and submitted accurately.</p><p>• Reconcile account activity by comparing statements, transactions, and supporting documentation to confirm accuracy.</p><p>• Research payment or account issues and take appropriate corrective action, including processing adjustments or coordinating payment holds when needed.</p><p>• Examine purchase requests for correctness, required details, and authorization before creating purchase orders for vendors.</p><p>• Prepare and distribute purchase orders in alignment with procurement and accounting procedures.</p><p>• Review vendor billing documents for accuracy, completeness, and proper coding prior to payment processing.</p><p>• Set up and process disbursements through approved payment methods such as checks, wires, or electronic payment platforms.</p><p>• Maintain organized financial records and enter accounting data accurately to support reporting and audit readiness.</p>
<p><strong>Finance Clerk (Permanent, full time)</strong></p><p><strong>Location:</strong> New London, CT (FULLY ONSITE)</p><p><strong>Compensation:</strong> $55,000–$60,000 </p><p><br></p><p>A well-established nonprofit organization in the New London, Connecticut area is seeking a detail-oriented <strong>Finance Clerk</strong> to support day-to-day financial operations and donor administration. This position is ideal for an organized professional who enjoys working with financial data, maintaining accurate records, and supporting a mission-driven organization.</p><p><br></p><p>The successful candidate will possess strong administrative and financial skills, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while providing exceptional customer service.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Tasks</p><ul><li>Process grant payments and prepare related correspondence.</li><li>Review and post donations accurately.</li><li>Utilize online banking platforms to support cash flow tracking.</li><li>Assist with ACH payments for vendors and grant recipients.</li><li>Maintain organized financial records and payment documentation.</li><li>Provide backup administrative support, including answering phones and distributing mail.</li><li>Maintain accurate donor records within donor management software.</li><li>Enter and code contributions with a high level of accuracy.</li><li>Assist with donor research, fundraising campaigns, and special initiatives.</li><li>Support the planning and logistics of fundraising and events.</li></ul><p>Qualifications</p><ul><li>Previous experience in an accounting clerk capacity, with knowledge of Accounts Payable</li><li>Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word, and Outlook.</li><li>Experience working in a small office environment </li><li>Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.</li><li>Excellent verbal and written communication skills.</li><li>Professional, customer-focused approach when interacting with donors, vendors, and community stakeholders.</li><li>Nonprofit industry experience preferred, not required.</li></ul><p>Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply here or to Daniele.Zavarella@roberthalf(com)</p>
We are looking for a skilled Cost Accountant to support manufacturing finance operations for a Contract position based in Groton, Connecticut. This role focuses on cost control, inventory accuracy, and financial reporting in a production environment, while partnering with operational teams to improve visibility into plant performance. The ideal candidate brings strong experience in standard costing, variance review, and month-end accounting activities within manufacturing.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage inventory count activities, including cycle counts and physical inventory reviews, and investigate discrepancies to improve accuracy.<br>• Establish annual standard costs for existing products and newly introduced materials, ensuring costing data remains current and reliable.<br>• Analyze manufacturing cost performance by tracking production variances and identifying underlying operational drivers.<br>• Review labor and overhead results, including absorption impacts, and provide clear explanations for significant fluctuations.<br>• Prepare and record manufacturing-related journal entries required for the monthly financial close process.<br>• Contribute to budgeting and forecasting efforts by supplying cost data, trend analysis, and operational insights.<br>• Develop and distribute recurring cost and performance reports on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis for finance and operations stakeholders.<br>• Monitor production spending levels and help maintain controls around manufacturing expenses.<br>• Evaluate inventory, purchase price, and other cost variances to support informed decision-making and financial accuracy.
<p>This role is integral to providing accurate financial insights, analyzing cost data, and supporting operational decision-making. The ideal candidate is proficient in cost accounting within manufacturing environments and excels in delivering actionable recommendations to improve efficiency and profitability.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Collaborate with operations teams to conduct cycle counts and physical inventory audits, including identifying root causes and providing analytical support.</p><p>• Manage the annual standard cost update process, ensuring accurate allocations and cost build-ups.</p><p>• Analyze standard costs, margins, and variances to ensure precise production costing.</p><p>• Work closely with manufacturing, supply chain, procurement, and engineering teams to refine material, labor, overhead, and other cost components.</p><p>• Provide accurate cost data to support budgeting, forecasting, and month-end financial close processes.</p><p>• Prepare journal entries, reconcile accounts, and assist with cost-related financial close activities.</p><p>• Maintain and update cost drivers, assumptions, and job costing standards, both annually and on an ad-hoc basis.</p><p>• Identify cost-saving opportunities by monitoring cost drivers and recommending process improvements.</p><p>• Generate and manage daily, weekly, and monthly operational and cost-related reports.</p><p>• Act as a trusted resource for operations and leadership, delivering insightful analysis and recommendations to support strategic decisions.</p><p><br></p><p>Please send resumes directly to Chelsea Halon - chelsea.halon@roberthalf com </p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to support key accounting activities for a life sciences organization in Waltham, Massachusetts. This Long-term Contract position will focus on clinical accruals, R&D accruals, reconciliations, and monthly close processes while partnering with teams involved in research and development operations. The ideal candidate brings strong pharmaceutical or biotech accounting experience, advanced Excel capabilities, and the ability to work effectively across evolving systems and processes.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee clinical trial and R&D accrual accounting by reviewing contracts, financial activity, recording appropriate entries, and maintaining accurate period-end balances.</p><p>• Manage month-end close tasks, including preparation of journal entries, balance sheet support, and timely completion of assigned accounting deliverables.</p><p>• Perform detailed reconciliations across general ledger accounts and banking activity to identify variances and resolve discrepancies efficiently.</p><p>• Support accounting for research and development spending by analyzing transactions and ensuring expenses are recorded in the proper reporting period.</p><p>• Prepare and maintain schedules that substantiate account balances and provide clear documentation for internal review and audit readiness.</p><p>• Collaborate with cross-functional partners to gather accrual inputs, validate financial data, and improve the accuracy of monthly reporting.</p><p>• Use advanced Microsoft Excel to organize large data sets, build supporting analyses, and streamline recurring accounting processes.</p><p>• Contribute to accounting operations within changing systems or workflows while maintaining consistency, control, and compliance in financial reporting.</p>
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to join our team and help maintain accurate, timely financial records that support informed business decisions. This position will contribute across core accounting activities, including close activities, reconciliations, reporting, and operational support. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, a careful eye for detail, and the ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues across departments.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead essential close activities by preparing journal entries, recording accruals, and completing reconciliations on a monthly and annual basis.<br>• Oversee general ledger accuracy by reviewing financial activity, validating account balances, and ensuring records are maintained properly.<br>• Examine balance sheet and income statement accounts, investigate variances, and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.<br>• Prepare reporting schedules and management-facing financial summaries that highlight trends, results, and notable fluctuations.<br>• Provide accounting support for payables and receivables processes, including invoice review, coding assistance, and cash application when needed.<br>• Compile audit-ready documentation, build supporting schedules, and respond to requests related to external audit activities.<br>• Recommend and help implement stronger accounting workflows and internal control practices to improve efficiency and compliance.<br>• Partner with operational and cross-functional teams to ensure financial information is complete, consistent, and accurately reflected in reports.