50 Results for Payroll Accountant Jobs in Providence, RI

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Payroll Specialist

Newport, Rhode Island
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Permanent / Full Time
70000 - 80000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to manage end-to-end payroll operations for our client in Newport, Rhode Island. This position plays a key role in ensuring employees are paid correctly and on time while maintaining accurate records and supporting regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate brings strong payroll knowledge, careful attention to detail, and hands-on experience working with ADP Workforce Now. Responsibilities:• Manage the complete weekly payroll cycle, ensuring all payments are processed accurately and within established deadlines.• Examine timesheets, attendance details, and payroll entries to verify accuracy before finalizing each payroll run.• Compute employee compensation elements such as regular earnings, overtime, shift premiums, incentive pay, and other variable payments.• Apply required withholdings and deductions, including taxes, benefit contributions, and garnishment orders, with a high degree of accuracy.• Maintain organized payroll records and confirm that all payroll activity is properly approved, supported, and recorded.• Uphold compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations, including wage and hour requirements across multiple jurisdictions.• Complete payroll tax-related activities, including filings, remittances, and related reconciliations in line with applicable deadlines.• Assist with year-end payroll tasks such as wage statement preparation, account balancing, and issue resolution.• Produce payroll reports, reconciliations, and audit support materials for Human Resources, Finance, and external reviewers
2026-09-16T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Quincy, Massachusetts
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Temporary / Contract
29.2885 - 33.913 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to oversee accurate and timely payroll operations for a Long-term Contract position based in Quincy, Massachusetts. This role supports a workforce of roughly 600 employees and requires strong knowledge of bi-weekly payroll administration across both hourly and salaried populations. The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience managing payroll from start to finish, maintaining compliance, and resolving payroll discrepancies with care and precision. Responsibilities: • Manage the complete bi-weekly payroll process for an employee population of approximately 600 staff members. • Review timesheets, earnings, deductions, and pay adjustments to confirm payroll data is complete and accurate before processing. • Administer payroll for both hourly and salaried employees while applying appropriate wage and hour practices. • Process multi-state payroll activities in alignment with applicable tax and regulatory requirements. • Investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies, employee questions, and data inconsistencies in a timely manner. • Maintain accurate payroll records and support audit readiness through organized documentation and reporting. • Work within payroll systems such as ADP Workforce Now to enter, validate, and update payroll information. • Partner with internal stakeholders to help ensure payroll deadlines are met and payroll execution remains compliant and efficient.
2026-09-29T00:00:00Z

Payroll Administrator

Boston, Massachusetts
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Permanent / Full Time
65000 - 75000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Payroll Administrator to join a detail-focused services organization in Boston, Massachusetts. This role is centered on delivering precise, timely payroll for designated employee populations while maintaining adherence to federal, state, and local requirements. The position also plays an important part in strengthening payroll workflows, resolving discrepancies, and supporting a positive employee experience for a U.S.-based workforce. Responsibilities: • Process semi-monthly payroll for assigned employee groups with a high level of accuracy and attention to deadlines. • Manage end-to-end payroll activities, including reviewing earnings, deductions, taxes, and other pay-related data before final submission. • Maintain payroll records and ensure all transactions align with applicable wage and hour laws, tax regulations, and company policies. • Support a multi-state employee population by validating jurisdictional payroll requirements and addressing compliance-related issues as they arise. • Investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies, employee inquiries, and exceptions in a timely and thorough manner. • Use ADP Workforce Now to administer payroll transactions, update employee information, and generate reporting as needed. • Partner with internal stakeholders such as HR, Finance, and benefits teams to ensure payroll changes are captured accurately and efficiently. • Identify opportunities to improve payroll procedures, strengthen controls, and enhance overall process reliability for approximately 1,000 U.S. employees.
2026-09-21T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Boston, Massachusetts
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Permanent / Full Time
60000 - 80000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support day-to-day accounting operations for a services organization in Boston, Massachusetts. This position plays a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, supporting month-end activities, and helping ensure timely processing across billing, cash, and general ledger functions. The ideal candidate brings strong bookkeeping experience, sound judgment, and the ability to work effectively across multiple accounting priorities in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: • Oversee incoming and outgoing financial transactions by processing vendor invoices, applying customer payments, following up on outstanding balances, and responding to account-related questions. • Handle daily cash activity by recording transactions, reconciling receipts and disbursements, and keeping cash records current and accurate. • Contribute to the monthly close cycle through preparation of journal entries, accrual calculations, account analysis, and supporting schedules. • Reconcile bank statements, credit card activity, and key balance sheet accounts to identify discrepancies and maintain reliable financial data. • Support a range of billing activities, including client invoicing, recurring charges, project-based billing, and other revenue transactions as needed. • Monitor and record expenses and financial results across projects, departments, tenants, or business units to support accurate reporting. • Produce accounting reports and schedules such as aging summaries, commissions reporting, and other financial analyses for management review. • Assist with compliance and year-end support by preparing sales tax filings, organizing audit documentation, and supplying requested financial schedules. • Partner with internal stakeholders to strengthen accounting workflows, improve controls, and provide coverage for additional accounting duties or special assignments when needed.
2026-09-01T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Boston, Massachusetts
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Permanent / Full Time
80000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
My client, a growing professional services firm is hiring a Staff Accountant to join their team. The Staff Accountant reports to the Accounting Manager and will be involved with AP, AR, GL and Payroll. Compensation for this position is $75-85K + Bonus. This company is doing well, offers very close to a 100% remote work environment, a very flexible work arrangement with the typical work hours being 9-5, great work life balance/culture, strong benefits with 32 PTO days all in. If interested in hearing more, please email your resume to matthew.katz@roberthalf or message me on Linkedin ASAP. Thank you.
2026-09-29T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Boston, Massachusetts
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Temporary / Contract
25 - 30 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Staff Accountant to support the finance team on a Contract basis in Boston, Massachusetts. This role is ideal for an accounting specialist who can step into a fast-paced environment and help maintain accurate financial records during a period of limited department coverage. The position will focus on core accounting operations such as reconciliations, month-end activities, invoice processing, and audit support while providing dependable analytical assistance to finance leadership. Responsibilities: • Manage daily cash and banking activity by reviewing transactions, posting entries, and reconciling accounts against the general ledger. • Support the monthly close process by preparing account reconciliations, maintaining supporting schedules, and assisting with journal entries and account analysis. • Process invoices and other financial transactions with attention to proper coding, approvals, and documentation across accounts payable and related activities. • Investigate discrepancies in account balances, outstanding items, and unusual transactions, then take action to resolve reconciling differences promptly. • Prepare audit support materials by organizing schedules, validating transaction details, and matching financial activity to source documentation. • Analyze financial data in Excel to create clear summaries, identify trends or variances, and provide reporting support to finance leadership as needed. • Assist with budget and expense review by monitoring activity, highlighting irregular spending patterns, and contributing to special finance projects.
2026-09-28T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Woods Hole, Massachusetts
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Temporary / Contract
30 - 35 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support revenue and fund accounting activities for an organization based in Woods Hole, Massachusetts. This Long-term Contract position offers a hybrid schedule with a mix of on-site and remote work, and may lead to a permanent opportunity for the right candidate. The person in this role will help ensure financial records are accurate, donor-related transactions are properly documented, and internal stakeholders receive timely accounting support. Responsibilities: • Record gifts, pledges, grants, and other incoming revenue in the accounting records with a high degree of accuracy • Reconcile donation activity across financial systems, bank records, and related supporting documentation • Investigate variances or posting issues and take appropriate action to correct discrepancies promptly • Maintain organized records for donors, restricted funds, and supporting transaction detail to ensure audit readiness • Assist with acknowledgment support, periodic reporting, and preparation of materials needed for financial reviews or audits • Prepare and post journal entries related to revenue activity and other assigned accounting transactions • Support general ledger accuracy by reviewing entries, account activity, and reconciliations on a routine basis • Provide responsive assistance to internal staff regarding transaction questions, account details, and documentation needs
2026-09-24T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Worcester, Massachusetts
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Temporary / Contract
20.5865 - 23.837 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support a growing organization in Worcester, Massachusetts. This Contract position offers the opportunity to contribute to core accounting operations while helping maintain accurate financial records and timely reporting. The ideal candidate will be comfortable managing day-to-day transactional accounting, preparing journal entries, and assisting with tax-related activities in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: • Process vendor invoices, reconcile statements, and ensure accounts payable transactions are completed accurately and on schedule. • Manage customer billing activities, monitor incoming payments, and follow up on outstanding accounts to support healthy cash flow. • Prepare and post journal entries while maintaining organized supporting documentation for month-end and ongoing accounting needs. • Reconcile general ledger accounts and investigate discrepancies to preserve the accuracy of financial records. • Assist with corporate tax and sales tax activities, including gathering data and supporting return preparation and filing requirements. • Contribute to routine and ad hoc accounting projects by analyzing financial information and helping improve reporting accuracy. • Collaborate with internal stakeholders to address accounting questions and provide timely updates on financial transactions.
2026-09-29T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Clerk

Middleboro, Massachusetts
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Temporary to Hire
24 - 27 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to join our team in Middleboro, Massachusetts in a contract capacity with the potential to become permanent. This on-site opportunity is well suited for someone who enjoys organized, detail-focused work and can support daily payment operations with accuracy and consistency. The position offers a part-time schedule of 25 to 30 hours per week, Monday through Friday, and plays an important role in maintaining efficient financial processes. Responsibilities: • Review incoming vendor invoices, assign accurate coding, and enter payment details into the accounting system. • Process accounts payable transactions in a timely manner while verifying supporting documentation and approvals. • Prepare routine check runs and help ensure vendors are paid according to established schedules. • Reconcile invoice information against purchase records or internal documentation to identify and resolve discrepancies. • Maintain organized payment files and accounts payable records to support audit readiness and reporting needs. • Communicate with internal departments and external vendors regarding invoice status, payment questions, and account issues.
2026-09-29T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Clerk

Duxbury, Massachusetts
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Temporary / Contract
22.1635 - 25.663 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to join a finance team in Duxbury, Massachusetts on a Contract basis. In this role, you will help keep the accounts payable process running smoothly by reviewing invoices, validating supporting documentation, and ensuring payments are completed accurately and within established timelines. This position is well suited for someone who is detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable working with vendors and internal stakeholders to resolve billing issues and support daily accounting operations. Responsibilities: • Process vendor invoices and confirm all required documentation and approvals are in place before payment is issued. • Compare billing records against purchase orders and receiving information to verify accuracy and identify discrepancies. • Assign expenses to the appropriate general ledger accounts to maintain accurate financial records. • Prepare payments through checks, ACH, or wire transactions while following established payment schedules and controls. • Reconcile vendor account statements and investigate differences to ensure balances are correct. • Communicate with vendors and internal teams to address payment questions, missing information, and invoice issues. • Maintain organized accounts payable files and supporting records for reporting, compliance, and audit readiness. • Assist the accounting team with month-end close tasks and provide documentation needed during audit reviews.
2026-09-25T00:00:00Z

Accounting Clerk

Acton, Massachusetts
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Permanent / Full Time
56000 - 61000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounting Clerk to support daily financial operations in Acton, Massachusetts. This position will handle core accounting activities across payables, receivables, and record maintenance while helping keep transactions accurate and up to date. The ideal candidate is comfortable working with accounting software, managing invoices, and maintaining organized financial data in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: • Process vendor invoices, verify supporting details, and prepare payments in a timely manner. • Record incoming customer payments and update account balances to maintain accurate receivable records. • Enter financial information into accounting systems with a high level of accuracy and consistency. • Maintain organized documentation for invoices, payment activity, and other accounting records. • Use QuickBooks and related tools to support routine bookkeeping and transaction tracking. • Review account information for discrepancies and assist with resolving billing or payment issues. • Support ongoing invoice processing activities and help ensure financial records remain current.
2026-09-29T00:00:00Z

Accounting, Payroll, & HR Specialist

Worcester, Massachusetts
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Permanent / Full Time
54000 - 65000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a dependable, detail-oriented individual to support payroll, and accounts payable operations for a multi-location organization. This position is well suited for someone who can manage sensitive information carefully, stay organized across competing priorities, and maintain accuracy in a fast-moving environment. The role offers the opportunity to contribute to employee support, financial processing, and day-to-day administrative coordination across several business locations. Responsibilities:• Administer weekly payroll and monthly incentive payments for multiple locations using Paycom or a comparable payroll platform, ensuring deadlines are met and records are accurate.• Review timekeeping details, employee pay data, deductions, and related payroll information to confirm completeness and resolve discrepancies before processing.• Coordinate retirement contribution submissions and support payroll-related questions from employees in partnership with HR leadership.• Assist with onboarding activities, employment documentation, personnel record maintenance, and updates related to benefits or employee status changes.• Provide administrative support for HR programs by helping organize training activities, review cycles, internal communications, and general employee inquiries with discretion.• Prepare, balance, and submit payments connected to the company’s self-funded insurance program and assist with workers’ compensation claim administration.• Process accounts payable transactions by entering vendor invoices, matching supporting documentation, and helping ensure prompt and accurate payment.• Reconcile vendor statements and corporate card activity, investigate variances, and maintain well-organized financial documentation for audit readiness.• Partner with accounting and HR team members on additional operational tasks as business needs require across payroll, payables, and employee administration. **For immediate consideration for well qualified candidates, please call me directly 508-205-2127, Eric Lebow**
2026-09-23T00:00:00Z

Senior Corporate Accountant

Southborough, Massachusetts
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Temporary / Contract
40 - 45 USD / Hourly
Job Title: Senior Corporate Accountant (Contract – 6 Months) Job Summary:We are seeking an experienced Senior Corporate Accountant for a 6-month contract assignment. This role will support corporate accounting operations, month-end close, financial reporting, account reconciliations, and general ledger activities. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, deadline-driven, and able to work effectively in a fast-paced corporate environment. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Manage and support monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes</li><li>Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules</li><li>Maintain general ledger accuracy and ensure compliance with accounting policies</li><li>Assist with financial statement preparation and internal reporting</li><li>Analyze balance sheet and income statement accounts and resolve discrepancies</li><li>Support audits and provide requested documentation</li><li>Partner with finance and cross-functional teams on accounting initiatives and process improvements</li><li>Ensure compliance with GAAP and internal controls</li></ul>
2026-09-14T00:00:00Z

Project Accountant

Boston, Massachusetts
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Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 110000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Project Accountant to oversee the financial performance of projects from initial setup through final closeout in Boston, Massachusetts. This position works closely with project managers, department leadership, and accounting teams to support accurate billing, cost control, and compliance with contractual and company requirements. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical ability, a high level of accuracy, and the organization needed to manage multiple deadlines in a project-focused environment. Responsibilities: • Establish new project and contract records in the accounting system and confirm financial setup aligns with scope and billing terms. • Examine budgets, client agreements, and invoicing provisions to support accurate project financial management. • Track labor, expenses, overall costs, and margin performance to help keep projects financially on course. • Facilitate recurring team check-ins to align on priorities, timelines, and key deliverables. • Generate and issue client invoices in accordance with contract terms and agreed billing schedules. • Monitor receivables, identify overdue balances, and coordinate follow-up efforts with project leaders and clients when needed. • Process contract updates, change orders, and amendments while maintaining accurate financial records. • Maintain an up-to-date project schedule with critical dates and reporting deadlines. • Reconcile project charges, research cost discrepancies, and help resolve budget variances. • Provide support for audits, accounts payable activities, and related accounting tasks while preserving complete project documentation.
2026-09-16T00:00:00Z

Project Accountant

South Easton, Massachusetts
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Permanent / Full Time
100000 - 120000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Project Accountant to join our team in the Bridgewater, MA area. In this role, you will help strengthen financial reporting by overseeing project cost tracking, evaluating work-in-progress activity, and supporting accurate close processes. You will also collaborate closely with operational and project leaders to provide insight into performance while helping guide accounts payable activities. Responsibilities:• Track project expenses and profitability trends to help ensure accurate cost reporting across active jobs.• Develop and review accounting schedules and analytical reports that support project-level financial oversight.• Maintain monthly work-in-progress records and evaluate balances for completeness and accuracy.• Assess forecasts, percentage-of-completion data, and revenue recognition calculations for ongoing projects.• Provide daily direction and support to two team members responsible for accounts payable operations.• Oversee invoice workflows, vendor payments, account reconciliations, and supplier-related coordination to keep payables running smoothly.• Prepare journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations while contributing to month-end close activities.• Assist with audit preparation, budgeting efforts, financial forecasting, and continuous improvement initiatives within accounting processes.
2026-09-15T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Auburn, Massachusetts
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Permanent / Full Time
80000 - 90000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to oversee core accounting activities across multiple business entities in Auburn, Massachusetts. This position supports financial operations tied to real estate development, construction, and property management, making it ideal for someone who is comfortable balancing detailed transactional work with broader reporting responsibilities. The right candidate will bring strong technical accounting knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to manage priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. For Immediate interview please call Victor Muller at 508 205 2136 Responsibilities:• Oversee incoming and outgoing transactions across several related entities, ensuring invoices, payments, and collections are processed accurately and on schedule.• Coordinate recurring payment cycles for vendors and subcontractors, including preparation of weekly disbursements and supporting documentation.• Track liquidity, receivable activity, and project-level funding requirements to help maintain effective cash management.• Perform reconciliations for bank accounts, credit cards, and balances between affiliated companies, resolving discrepancies promptly.• Record journal entries and contribute to monthly and annual close activities by maintaining complete and accurate financial records.• Keep detailed schedules for job costs, prepaid items, liabilities, and work-in-progress balances to support reliable reporting.• Prepare draw packages and develop financial reports related to construction and development projects.• Maintain organized compliance and audit files, including vendor setup records, tax forms, and year-end reporting support.• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and requests from external accounting partners by providing timely financial data and analysis.
2026-09-10T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Harvard, Massachusetts
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Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 130000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Senior Accountant to join our team in Harvard, Massachusetts. In this role, you will contribute to day-to-day accounting activities, support timely financial close and reporting, and help ensure the integrity of financial information. This position also works closely with cross-functional partners to improve processes and strengthen accounting operations within a manufacturing-focused environment. For Immediate Interview contact Victor Muller at 508 205 2136 Responsibilities:• Drive monthly close activities by recording journal entries, accruals, and other ledger updates in a timely and accurate manner.• Reconcile general ledger accounts, research differences, and resolve issues that could affect the accuracy of financial results.• Review balance sheet and income statement activity, identify unusual fluctuations, and provide clear explanations for variances.• Prepare and maintain detailed account support and schedules for key financial statement line items.• Assist in producing recurring financial reports and analysis used by leadership to monitor business performance.• Partner with operational and procurement teams to confirm transactions are recorded correctly and aligned with supporting documentation.• Support inventory and cost accounting efforts by validating data and assisting with related accounting processes.• Contribute to audit readiness by compiling requested schedules, organizing records, and responding to information requests.• Help enhance accounting workflows, internal controls, and ERP-related processes to improve consistency and reporting accuracy.
2026-09-01T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Westborough, Massachusetts
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Permanent / Full Time
80000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to support the financial operations of a growing real estate organization. This position plays a central role in maintaining accurate books, producing timely reporting, and helping strengthen accounting processes across multiple entities. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting skills, sound judgment, and the ability to manage competing deadlines in a fast-paced property management environment. For immediate interview please contact Victor Muller at 508 205 2136 Responsibilities:• Direct daily accounting activity for multiple entities, ensuring payables, receivables, tenant billings, and collections are completed accurately and on schedule.• Review and guide the work of accounting support staff, providing coaching, answering operational questions, and helping maintain high-quality output.• Monitor cash positions across accounts, coordinate banking activity, and complete bank and credit card reconciliations to support ongoing operating and capital needs.• Administer routine disbursement cycles by validating documentation, confirming approvals, and preparing payments in a timely manner.• Produce monthly financial packages that include statements, supporting schedules, and explanations of material budget-to-actual variances for stakeholders.• Track debt-related obligations by coordinating loan payments, maintaining amortization and escrow details, and meeting lender reporting timelines.• Oversee compliance-related financial tasks such as tax payment scheduling, vendor documentation tracking, and recurring corporate filing requirements.• Partner on audits, fee allocations, reimbursement activity, payroll-related reconciliations, and budgeting or forecasting efforts as needed.• Establish and refine accounting policies, internal controls, and system-based workflows to improve consistency, efficiency, and scalability.• Contribute to special projects and broader finance initiatives in support of continued growth.
2026-09-16T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Waltham, Massachusetts
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Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 95000 USD / Yearly
Excellent opportunity for a Senior Accountant to join a well-established Health Care Services Organization in the Waltham area. The Senior Accountant will lead month end and year end close activities ensuring effective financial management and accurate reporting. Responsibilities include financial reporting, drive month-end close activities, JE’s, balance sheet and subledger rexconcilations, GL analysis, grant reporting and involved with internal control innnitiatives. BS Degree in Accounting or Finance with 5+ years of solid accounting experience preferably in a Health Care setting. Sage Intacct and advanced Excel preferred with excellent overall communication skills required. Excellent team collaborative environment, tenured staff, great mission statement and outstanding benefits including aggressive PTO plan. This is schedule is mainly onsite, but flexibility when needed. Email dino.valeri@roberthalf;com or message me thru LinkedIn for immediate consideration.
2026-09-24T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Wayland, Massachusetts
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Permanent / Full Time
100000 - 120000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Senior Accountant to support core accounting activities for our plant operations in Wayland, Massachusetts. This role is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, contributing to close activities, and delivering reporting that helps leaders understand business performance. The ideal candidate brings strong general ledger experience, solid analytical skills, and the ability to partner effectively with cross-functional teams in a manufacturing setting. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Prepare and post journal entries related to plant operations, including inventory, cost of goods sold, and accruals</li><li>Perform timely and accurate balance sheet account reconciliations</li><li>Support month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring accuracy and completeness of plant financials</li><li>Assist in the preparation and analysis of monthly financial statements and plant performance reports</li><li>Maintain the integrity of the general ledger, ensuring all transactions are recorded in accordance with GAAP</li><li>Maintain financial performance metrics and KPIs, producing regular financial reports for management and stakeholders</li><li>Work closely with operations and supply chain teams to ensure accurate cost accounting and inventory valuation</li><li>Assist with internal and external audits, providing supporting documentation and analysis</li><li>Identify and implement process improvements to enhance accuracy and efficiency within the plant accounting function</li></ul>
2026-09-02T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Boston, Massachusetts
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Permanent / Full Time
100000 - 110000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to support core accounting operations and help maintain accurate, timely financial records. This role is well suited for an organized individual who can manage close activities, reconcile accounts, and prepare entries with a high degree of accuracy. The ideal candidate brings strong general ledger knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to work effectively across routine and deadline-driven accounting cycles. Responsibilities: • Lead monthly closing activities by preparing schedules, reviewing balances, and helping ensure financial results are finalized on time. • Record and post journal entries with appropriate supporting documentation and alignment to accounting policies. • Maintain the integrity of the general ledger by reviewing transactions, investigating discrepancies, and correcting variances as needed. • Perform account reconciliations on a regular basis to confirm completeness and accuracy across balance sheet accounts. • Complete bank reconciliations promptly and resolve outstanding items through research and follow-up. • Partner with internal stakeholders to gather financial information, clarify account activity, and support reporting needs. • Assist with audit preparation by organizing records, responding to requests, and providing clear documentation for key accounting areas.
2026-09-15T00:00:00Z

Sr. Tax Accountant

Boston, Massachusetts
remote
Temporary / Contract
47.5 - 55 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Tax Accountant to support tax research, preparation, and compliance activities for a contract position based in Boston, Massachusetts. This role is well suited for someone with a strong background in individual and corporate filings, sales and use tax matters, and technical tax analysis. The position will contribute across a structured monthly engagement that includes research, document development, and ongoing tax-related deliverables. Responsibilities: • Conduct tax research to evaluate complex accounting and compliance questions and summarize findings in a clear, practical format. • Prepare and review individual and corporate tax returns with close attention to accuracy, deadlines, and supporting documentation. • Manage sales and use tax activities, including analysis, preparation, and filing support as needed. • Draft tax memoranda, workpapers, and related documentation to support reporting positions and compliance decisions. • Organize and maintain tax records to ensure filings are complete, well supported, and audit ready. • Collaborate with stakeholders to gather financial data, clarify tax treatment, and resolve issues affecting return preparation. • Monitor project timelines across the engagement and deliver assigned work within established weekly targets.
2026-09-28T00:00:00Z

Sr. Tax Accountant

Waltham, Massachusetts
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Temporary / Contract
47.5 - 55 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Tax Accountant to join a team in Waltham, Massachusetts on a Contract basis. This role is suited for a tax specialist with a strong background in preparing complex individual and business returns, along with broad exposure to sales and use tax matters. The position offers an excellent opportunity for someone who wants to expand their expertise, contribute to high-level tax work, and build toward future leadership responsibilities. Responsibilities: • Prepare and review complex individual tax filings with a high degree of accuracy and attention to changing regulations. • Complete corporate tax returns and supporting schedules while ensuring compliance with applicable federal, state, and local requirements. • Manage sales and use tax reporting activities, including research, preparation, and timely submission of required filings. • Analyze financial records and source documentation to identify tax issues, resolve discrepancies, and support accurate return preparation. • Use tax software, including ProSystem fx when applicable, to organize data, prepare returns, and maintain efficient workflow management. • Communicate with internal stakeholders and external contacts to gather tax information, clarify outstanding items, and keep filings on track. • Research tax rules and interpret guidance to support compliance decisions and address client- or business-specific questions. • Contribute to process improvements within the tax function and support work that strengthens readiness for broader managerial responsibilities.
2026-09-10T00:00:00Z

Senior Project Accountant

Norwell, Massachusetts
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Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Senior Project Accountant to support the financial management of commercial construction projects in the South Shore area. This hybrid role partners closely with project teams, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders to keep project records accurate, billing on schedule, and financial documentation complete. The ideal candidate brings strong project accounting expertise, sound judgment, and the ability to stay organized in a fast-moving environment. Responsibilities:• Partner with project managers and field teams from project award through closeout to maintain accurate financial records and support project execution.• Set up new jobs and divisional structures, enter buyout information, and organize required documentation such as bonds and business license renewals.• Review customer contract terms to ensure billing procedures, reporting obligations, and closeout requirements are properly followed throughout the project lifecycle.• Prepare and submit client invoices, monitor receivables, and escalate collection concerns promptly when payment issues arise.• Enter and maintain project financial data in Sage, including budgets, subcontract commitments, and change orders.• Work with project teams to gather lien waivers, track preliminary notices, and confirm compliance requirements are met before releasing vendor or subcontractor payments.• Recommend weekly payment selections for subcontractors and respond to inquiries regarding payment timing and status.• Coordinate project closeout activities by arranging meetings, supporting final documentation, and releasing notices of completion as needed.• Participate in project startup sessions, award meetings, production calls, and other coordination meetings to keep accounting activities aligned with operational needs.
2026-09-03T00:00:00Z

Payroll and Benefits Specialist

Fall River, Massachusetts
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Permanent / Full Time
75000 - 90000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Payroll and Benefits Specialist to support accurate, timely payroll operations and dependable benefits administration for a well-respected manufacturing client. This permanent role works closely with finance and human resources to maintain employee pay data, uphold regulatory compliance, and deliver a high standard of service across the employee lifecycle. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, sound judgment, and hands-on experience managing payroll processes in a multi-state environment. Responsibilities:• Oversee end-to-end payroll processing for hourly and salaried employees across multiple pay schedules, ensuring each payroll is completed accurately and on time.• Maintain employee payroll records by updating hires, separations, transfers, compensation adjustments, deductions, and other status changes in coordination with HR.• Review payroll results through audits and reconciliations, including earnings, tax withholdings, benefit deductions, garnishments, banking activity, and related general ledger entries.• Help manage benefits administration tasks by coordinating deductions, supporting employee inquiries, and ensuring payroll and benefits data remain aligned.• Apply federal, state, and local payroll regulations to daily operations, including wage and hour rules, employee classification, unemployment requirements, and wage attachments.• Support quarter-end and year-end payroll activities such as tax submissions, W-2 preparation, applicable 1099 processing, audits, and required regulatory reporting.• Track payroll law updates across relevant jurisdictions, assess operational impact, and recommend procedural adjustments to maintain compliance.• Collaborate with HR and finance leadership to strengthen payroll procedures, documentation, internal controls, and scalable workflows, including support for added site locations and system-related process updates.
2026-09-23T00:00:00Z

50 results for Payroll Accountant in Providence, RI