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><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>
<p>My client, a growing Investment Management Firm is looking to hire a Tax Manager to join the team. The Tax Manager will join a 7 person team and report to the Director of Tax. Compensation for this position is $125-155K + 25-35% bonus. This company is doing well, growing, offers nice growth potential great benefits, a great hybrid working arrangement of only 10 days a month in office with less needed during the summer, a nice work life balance and more!</p><p><br></p><p>If interested in hearing more, please EMAIL YOUR RESUME to matthew.katz@roberthalf or message me on linkedin ASAP. Thank you</p>
We are looking for an experienced Fiduciary Tax Manager to lead tax compliance activities for a diverse book of trusts, estates, foundations, and retirement accounts in Boston, Massachusetts. This role is central to ensuring accurate filings, sound interpretation of governing documents, and timely responses to fiduciary tax matters. The ideal candidate brings deep technical knowledge, strong judgment, and the ability to work closely with internal partners and external advisors in a deadline-driven environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct the end-to-end tax reporting cycle for a broad portfolio of fiduciary entities, ensuring filings are completed accurately and on schedule.<br>• Oversee the preparation and final review of federal and state fiduciary returns, along with associated informational forms and supporting documentation.<br>• Analyze trust and estate instruments to determine proper tax treatment, including matters related to transfer tax considerations.<br>• Evaluate quarterly and annual tax obligations, confirm estimated payments, and track ongoing compliance deadlines across multiple accounts.<br>• Work closely with trust administration and other fiduciary partners to resolve tax questions and support account-specific planning needs.<br>• Serve as a point of contact for tax agencies by addressing notices, responding to inquiries, and helping bring outstanding issues to resolution.<br>• Maintain strong oversight of fiduciary tax data, documentation, and reporting processes to support audit readiness and regulatory compliance.
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.
We are looking for a Staff Accountant to join a growing team on a Long-term Contract basis. This position is well suited for an accounting specialist who brings strong expertise in receivables, advanced Excel capabilities, and solid general ledger knowledge. The role will support daily accounting operations, partner with internal and external stakeholders, and contribute to financial accuracy in a manufacturing-focused environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare customer invoices, process billing activities, and apply incoming payments accurately to maintain timely accounts receivable records.<br>• Support revenue-related accounting tasks and help ensure transactions are recorded completely and correctly.<br>• Partner with the Accounting Manager on month-end close activities, including journal entries, reconciliations, and account analysis.<br>• Handle day-to-day accounts receivable and accounts payable processing while providing broader support across the general ledger.<br>• Perform bank, cash, balance sheet, and other account reconciliations to strengthen financial accuracy and control.<br>• Review inventory and manufacturing-related costs, helping assess product margins and identify cost trends.<br>• Conduct variance analysis and provide documentation and assistance during audit-related requests.<br>• Work closely with sales teams, customers, and international business partners to resolve billing and accounting questions effectively.
<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><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>
<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>
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.
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support core accounting operations for a contract opportunity in Amesbury, Massachusetts, with the potential to become permanent. This role will contribute to accurate financial reporting by handling day-to-day accounting activities, supporting close processes, and maintaining reliable records across key accounts. The ideal candidate is comfortable working across multiple accounting functions and brings a strong foundation in general ledger activity, reconciliations, and compliance-related reporting.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare and post journal entries to maintain accurate and timely financial records.<br>• Manage general ledger activity, including account analysis and support for routine monthly close tasks.<br>• Track and account for fixed assets, including additions, disposals, and depreciation schedules.<br>• Complete bank reconciliations and investigate variances to ensure account accuracy.<br>• Support accounts payable processing and help maintain proper documentation for vendor transactions.<br>• Record accruals and assist with period-end adjustments to align expenses with reporting periods.<br>• Prepare sales and use tax filings and help ensure compliance with applicable reporting requirements.<br>• Assist with revenue recognition activities by reviewing transactions and applying appropriate accounting treatment.
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support core accounting operations for a Contract position based in Danvers, Massachusetts. This role is well suited for someone who can manage day-to-day financial activities, maintain accurate records, and contribute to tax-related work with a high level of accuracy. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working across general ledger processes, preparing journal entries, and assisting with corporate and sales tax responsibilities.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare and post journal entries to ensure financial transactions are recorded accurately and on time.<br>• Maintain the general ledger by reviewing account activity, researching discrepancies, and supporting period-end close tasks.<br>• Assist with corporate tax activities, including gathering financial data and supporting tax return preparation.<br>• Manage sales tax processes by reviewing taxable transactions, organizing filings, and helping maintain compliance requirements.<br>• Reconcile accounts and investigate variances to improve the accuracy of financial reporting.<br>• Support the preparation of internal financial schedules and documentation for audits or management review.<br>• Work with cross-functional teams to collect accounting information and resolve issues affecting financial records.
<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>We are looking for an accomplished Accounting Manager to support our client (med device manufacturing) in Tewksbury, Massachusetts . This Long-term Contract opportunity will oversee divisional accounting operations, deliver accurate financial reporting, and help drive a disciplined close process in a public company setting. The position offers a hands-on role for someone who can balance technical accounting knowledge with strong business partnership across finance and operations.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close cycle for an assigned business unit, ensuring deadlines are met and results are accurate.</p><p>• Prepare and evaluate financial statements along with internal management reports to support informed business decisions.</p><p>• Direct core accounting activities, including general ledger oversight, journal entry review, and day-to-day transactional accounting support.</p><p>• Examine account activity, financial trends, and period-over-period variances to identify issues and explain performance.</p><p>• Maintain timely balance sheet reconciliations and resolve discrepancies to strengthen reporting accuracy.</p><p>• Coordinate responses for internal and external audit inquiries by gathering documentation and addressing follow-up items.</p><p>• Contribute to public company reporting and compliance activities while upholding established accounting policies and internal controls.</p><p>• Work closely with operations, finance, and other functional partners to align accounting outcomes with business activity.</p><p>• Recommend and implement enhancements to accounting workflows, controls, and reporting practices.</p><p>• Provide direction and support to accounting staff or other team members involved in the close and reporting process.</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><strong>Property Accounting Manager </strong></p><p><strong><em>Boston, MA </em></strong></p><p><strong><em>4 days in-office, but good flexibility </em></strong></p><p><strong><em>Comp: $130 -$140k plus bonus</em></strong></p><p><br></p><p>We are looking for a Property Accounting Manager to join a commercial real estate organization in Boston, Massachusetts.</p><p>This individual will oversee accounting, financial analysis, and reporting for a portfolio of real estate entities. This role partners closely with property operations, leasing, construction, and asset management teams to support business objectives and ensure accurate financial reporting. The ideal candidate is collaborative, detail-oriented, and committed to maintaining strong internal controls and compliance standards.</p>
<p>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.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Partner with project managers and field teams from project award through closeout to maintain accurate financial records and support project execution.</p><p>• Set up new jobs and divisional structures, enter buyout information, and organize required documentation such as bonds and business license renewals.</p><p>• Review customer contract terms to ensure billing procedures, reporting obligations, and closeout requirements are properly followed throughout the project lifecycle.</p><p>• Prepare and submit client invoices, monitor receivables, and escalate collection concerns promptly when payment issues arise.</p><p>• Enter and maintain project financial data in Sage, including budgets, subcontract commitments, and change orders.</p><p>• Work with project teams to gather lien waivers, track preliminary notices, and confirm compliance requirements are met before releasing vendor or subcontractor payments.</p><p>• Recommend weekly payment selections for subcontractors and respond to inquiries regarding payment timing and status.</p><p>• Coordinate project closeout activities by arranging meetings, supporting final documentation, and releasing notices of completion as needed.</p><p>• Participate in project startup sessions, award meetings, production calls, and other coordination meetings to keep accounting activities aligned with operational needs.</p>
<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>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 support core accounting operations in Lexington, Massachusetts. This role plays a key part in maintaining accurate financial records, supporting the monthly close cycle, and ensuring documentation is complete and audit-ready. The ideal candidate brings strong general ledger expertise, sound judgment, and the ability to manage reconciliations, reporting, and cross-functional accounting support with a high degree of accuracy.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare and post monthly journal entries related to accruals, prepaid balances, amortization, fixed assets, depreciation, and account reclassifications while ensuring transactions are recorded in the correct period.<br>• Review general ledger activity and complete assigned bank and balance sheet reconciliations by investigating variances, clearing reconciling items, and confirming supporting detail is accurate.<br>• Contribute to the month-end close process by assembling schedules, validating account activity, and helping maintain timely completion of accounting deliverables.<br>• Organize and maintain clear supporting records for entries, reconciliations, financial reporting, and audit requests to ensure documentation remains complete and ready for review.<br>• Apply company accounting policies, approval requirements, and internal control standards consistently across assigned work to support accuracy and compliance.<br>• Assist with annual audit preparation by compiling requested support, preparing schedules, and ensuring account reconciliations are complete and properly documented.<br>• Oversee employee expense submissions and corporate card activity, verifying compliance with policy and resolving discrepancies when needed.<br>• Provide analytical support through ad hoc financial reporting and recommend improvements to accounting processes, controls, and system utilization.<br>• Serve as backup support for payroll processing and accounts payable tasks, including entry of vendor transactions into the accounting system as needed.