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68 results for Accounting Assistant in Reading, MA

Sr. Accountant

Hampton, NH
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Permanent / Full Time
80000 - 90000 USD / Yearly
For consideration, please reach out to Jennifer Lavoie as soon as possible, ensure to include your most current resume when you apply. Connect with me on LinkedIn at Jennifer Lavoie. If you are currently working with a Robert Half recruiter, please reach out to them. Robert Half is seeking a Senior Accountant to join our client in the Seacoast area. In this Sr. Accountant role, you will be responsible for managing critical accounting functions such as reconciliations and journal entries and ensuring accurate financial reporting. This position offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to the organization's financial stability and growth. This Sr. Accountant is with a great organization and has excellent benefits. This role will have 1 day hybrid working from home. Sr, Accountant Responsibilities:• Perform detailed account reconciliations to ensure accuracy in financial records.• Oversee balance sheet reconciliations and maintain compliance with accounting standards.• Conduct bank reconciliations and resolve discrepancies efficiently.• Manage general ledger activities, including preparing and reviewing journal entries.• Lead month-end close processes to ensure timely and accurate reporting.• Utilize advanced Microsoft Excel skills to streamline accounting processes and reporting.• Collaborate with internal teams to support audits and ensure compliance with regulations.• Identify areas for process improvements and implement solutions to enhance accounting operations.
2026-05-13T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Ayer, MA
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Temporary to Hire
35.625 - 41.25 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to join a finance team in Massachusetts in a contract capacity with the potential for a permanent role. This role supports core accounting operations, helps keep financial records accurate and timely, and contributes to reporting, budgeting, and compliance activities. The ideal candidate brings strong general ledger expertise, a solid background in month-end close, and the ability to work across multiple accounting functions in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: • Oversee sales and use tax reporting activities, ensuring filings are prepared accurately and submitted on schedule. • Prepare recurring cash position and disbursement summaries to support visibility into weekly liquidity needs. • Complete monthly bank account reconciliations and investigate discrepancies to maintain reliable financial records. • Support fixed asset accounting by tracking asset activity, reviewing depreciation schedules, and coordinating the lifecycle of capital projects. • Record and monitor journal entries related to accruals, prepayments, reserves, and allowances to keep ledger balances accurate. • Analyze balance sheet and income statement accounts, reconcile variances, and maintain documentation that supports reported amounts. • Coordinate month-end close tasks and assist in preparing financial reports and related variance analysis for leadership review. • Partner with finance leadership to develop and distribute budget-versus-actual reporting for department managers. • Assist with audit preparation, corporate reporting submissions, and updates to accounting procedures, including training users on revised workflows when needed.
2026-05-21T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Exeter, NH
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Permanent / Full Time
85000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
For consideration, please reach out to Jennifer Lavoie as soon as possible, ensure to include your most current resume when you apply. Connect with me on LinkedIn at Jennifer Lavoie. If you are currently working with a Robert Half recruiter, please reach out to them. We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to join our team in the Exeter, New Hampshire area. In this role, you will This Sr. Accountant will work with the Controller of the organization to drive results. This Sr. Accountant role will be heavily involved in month end close and reconciliations. This position offers a great opportunity to advance your career in a dynamic and collaborative environment. Responsibilities:• Reconcile general ledger accounts and maintain accurate financial records.• Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable functions.• Participate in month-end and year-end closing processes, including journal entry preparation.• Implement and refine accounting procedures and internal controls to improve efficiency.• Guide less experienced accounting staff and provide insights on best practices.
2026-05-13T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Boston, MA
remote
Temporary / Contract
35 - 40 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to join a finance team supporting core accounting operations for an organization based in Boston, Massachusetts. This is a Long-term Contract position offering the opportunity to contribute across payroll accounting, reconciliations, and month-end close activities while working independently in a fully remote environment aligned to East Coast hours. The ideal candidate brings strong NetSuite experience, sound nonprofit accounting knowledge, and the ability to manage detailed financial work with minimal oversight. Responsibilities: • Oversee day-to-day accounting activities and help drive timely completion of monthly and annual close deliverables. • Review biweekly payroll for accuracy, assist with payroll input preparation, and provide backup support for payroll processing as needed. • Record payroll-related allocations, accruals, and other journal entries while maintaining supporting schedules and balance sheet reconciliations. • Reconcile bank and investment accounts, investigate variances, and ensure financial records remain complete and accurate. • Maintain fixed asset and lease accounting schedules, including depreciation, amortization, additions, and disposals. • Allocate costs across programs, awards, and organizational functions to support accurate financial reporting and recovery calculations. • Partner with finance leadership and cross-functional stakeholders to respond to reporting requests, support audits, and prepare analysis tied to grants and operating results. • Help strengthen accounting procedures, uphold internal controls, and support ongoing administration and improvement of NetSuite and related finance processes.
2026-06-05T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant (parking)

Brookline, MA
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Permanent / Full Time
60000 - 75000 USD / Yearly
Our client, a well-established educational organization in the Brookline area, is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join their finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career accounting professional looking to grow within a collaborative, mission-driven environment offering strong work/life balance and excellent benefits. Reporting directly to the CFO, this role will support tuition billing and receivables, reconciliations, financial reporting, and day-to-day accounting operations. The ideal candidate is personable, proactive, and comfortable communicating with families, faculty, and staff both over the phone and via email. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Manage accounts receivable, tuition billing, collections, and payment tracking</li><li>Perform reconciliations across revenue and receivable accounts</li><li>Assist with monthly financial close and preparation of financial reports</li><li>Support reconciliations for donations, grants, pledges, and other revenue activity</li><li>Reconcile bank, investment, and related accounts</li><li>Work closely with families and internal stakeholders to resolve billing questions and payment issues</li><li>Assist with financial aid tracking, reporting, and related administrative processes</li><li>Participate in ad hoc accounting and finance projects as needed</li></ul>
2026-06-05T00:00:00Z

Accounts Receivable Specialist

Northborough, MA
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Permanent / Full Time
70000 - 75000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an Accounts Receivable Specialist to join a manufacturing organization in Northborough Massachusetts. This position plays an important role in supporting timely invoicing, payment processing, and account reconciliation while helping maintain accurate financial records. The ideal candidate brings strong accounts receivable experience, sound judgment, and the ability to communicate effectively with both internal teams and external customers. Responsibilities:• Oversee the day-to-day accounts receivable cycle, ensuring customer balances are monitored and records remain current.• Submit invoices electronically through customer web-based billing platforms and confirm successful delivery.• Apply daily customer receipts, including credit card transactions, and balance posted cash activity against bank records.• Investigate and reconcile open receivables to maintain accurate aging data and support reporting integrity.• Work directly with customers and cross-functional teams to address payment questions, resolve discrepancies, and support collection efforts.• Prepare and maintain reliable accounts receivable reports, including open balance summaries and account status updates.• Support period-end and year-end audit activities by organizing documentation and responding to information requests.• Provide backup assistance to accounts payable and payroll functions when business needs require additional support.• Follow workplace standards that promote an orderly, safe, and efficient work environment. **For immediate consideration please call me immediately: Eric Lebow 508-205-2127
2026-05-26T00:00:00Z

Assistant PE Fund Controller

Boston, MA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
140000 - 160000 USD / Yearly
<ul><li>Established PE Firm in the Boston Area </li><li>Assistant Fund Controller</li><li>$140-160k + bonus + amazing retirement, full health, work life</li><li>All in comp to exceed $200k.</li><li>2 days in Boston area office a must.</li></ul> Overview:A highly regarded investment firm is seeking an Assistant Controller to support fund-level accounting, reporting, and operational finance functions. This role blends technical accounting expertise with process oversight, systems optimization, and innovation initiatives. The position partners cross-functionally with internal stakeholders and external service providers to ensure accurate financial reporting, compliance, and efficient operations, while helping drive continuous improvement through automation and modern technology tools. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Lead fund and vehicle accounting, reporting, financial statement preparation, investor reporting, and audit coordination.</li><li>Manage third-party administrators and oversee fund accounting deliverables, capital activity, and related stakeholder communications.</li><li>Ensure compliance with accounting standards, internal controls, policies, and governing agreements, partnering with tax, legal, and operations teams as needed.</li><li>Support investment transactions, treasury activities, and broader finance process documentation and controls.</li><li>Drive process improvements, workflow optimization, automation, and data-driven technology enhancements to improve efficiency and scalability. </li></ul>
2026-05-13T00:00:00Z

Senior Accountant - Manufacturing

Woburn, MA
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Permanent / Full Time
95000 - 0 USD / Yearly
Excellent opportunity to join a Global Medical Device Manufacturer in the Woburn area in need of a Senior Accountant. The Senior Accountant in a newly created position will report into the Director of Accounting and be part of 5-person financial reporting team. Responsibilities include preparing financial reports, performing account reconciliations, maintaining the general ledger, managing fixed assets, assisting in month end close activities and involvement in audit preparations. BS Degree required, CPA or CPA candidate preferred with 2-5+ years of experience in accounting or finance. Knowledge of U.S. GAAP and SOX compliance along with advanced Excel skills required and the ability to work with large volumes of transactional data. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing company with excellent technology that is built out for expansion offering future growth opportunities. Strong leadership team in place, team collaborative friendly environment along with hybrid model (1-2 days from home) but flexibility when needed. Candidates in Public Accounting looking to transition into industry are encouraged to apply. Email dino.valeri@roberthalf;com or message me thru LinkedIn for immediate consideration.
2026-05-29T00:00:00Z

Director of Finance (Accounting)

Jamaica Plain, MA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 115000 USD / Yearly
We are seeking a hands‑on Director of Finance with a strong accounting focus to lead financial operations for a respected for‑profit educational institution. This role is ideal for a detail‑oriented accounting leader who owns transaction processing through month‑end close, manages accruals, and ensures timely, GAAP‑compliant financial reporting. This positions pays $95 - 115K and is 5 days on-site. Please message me on linkedin or email me at john.holtman@roberthalf for more information. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Own full-cycle accounting: AP, AR, payroll coordination, general ledger maintenance, and reconciliations.</li><li>Lead month‑end and year‑end close processes; prepare accurate accruals and journal entries.</li><li>Produce monthly financial statements, variance analysis, and management reports.</li><li>Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and cash‑flow monitoring.</li><li>Implement and maintain internal controls and accounting policies to ensure compliance.</li><li>Serve as primary liaison for external auditors and tax preparers; support audit processes.</li><li>Supervise and develop accounting staff; delegate transactional work and review deliverables.</li><li>Drive continuous improvement of accounting systems and processes (ERP experience preferred).</li><li>Partner with executive leadership on strategic financial initiatives and decision‑making.</li></ul>
2026-06-03T00:00:00Z

Accounting Manager/Controller - Hybrid

Burlington, MA
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Permanent / Full Time
100000 - 0 USD / Yearly
Growing Consulting Company with 50+ year history and leader in their industry located in the Burlington area is looking for Accounting Manager/ Controller to join the leadership team. This will be the # 1 Finance person reporting into the owner managing a small staff. This role will have complete ownership of all financial reporting, transactional accounting activities including accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, expense reports, order entry and human resources and payroll functions. Other duties include cash management/reporting, financial analysis, internal controls, tax and insurance reporting and point person dealing with outside CPA firm. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing and very stable company in a “hands on” leadership role. Experience working in a small company environment required, previous experience with payroll and human resources duties preferred. Deltek and advanced Excel knowledge is highly desired. Hybrid availability offered (1-2 days from home) once up to speed. If interested, reach out to Dino Valeri at dino.valeri@roberthalf;com or message me thru LinkedIn.
2026-05-26T00:00:00Z

Part-Time Marketing Assistant

Manchester, NH
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Temporary / Contract
20 - 22 USD / Hourly
Robert Half is looking for a Marketing Assistant with digital marketing and account support experience to join a fast-paced team in an onsite, part-time contract role. This position will provide critical support to a marketing account team, ensuring continuity across campaigns, reporting, and client communications during a coverage period. Responsibilities: <ul><li>Support SEO audits across multiple accounts, including assisting with QA checks and review cycles for deliverables </li><li>Manage and distribute email communications, including recap emails and member-facing messaging through shared inboxes </li><li>Process and submit website updates, ensuring accuracy and timely completion </li><li>Assist with mass communications deployments such as announcements and campaign-related updates </li><li>Provide support on general marketing operations and account coordination tasks during peak periods </li><li>Collaborate with cross-functional teams to execute campaign-related deliverables and maintain account workflows </li><li>Ensure responsiveness to team requests and meet deadlines with strong attention to detail and follow-through</li></ul>
2026-06-08T00:00:00Z

Cost Accounting Manager

Woburn, MA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
55.4135 - 64.163 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Cost Manager to support a manufacturing organization 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. Responsibilities:• Lead month-end and quarter-end manufacturing cost accounting activities to ensure timely and accurate financial close results.• Prepare and review inventory reconciliations, journal entries, and supporting analysis related to inventory balances, including in-service merchandise and amortization activity.• Direct cycle count and physical inventory programs in coordination with Operations to promote accuracy, completeness, and compliance with internal controls.• Establish and apply enhanced product costing standards that align with corporate accounting policies and drive consistency across the organization.• Assess inventory reserve requirements, including excess and obsolete stock, in partnership with Supply Chain leadership.• Strengthen and monitor internal control execution while identifying opportunities to improve cost and inventory processes, including support for new system-related workflows.• Coordinate cost and inventory support for quarterly reviews and annual audits, responding to documentation requests and resolving follow-up items.• Drive product cost planning, margin analysis, budgeting, and forecasting activities to support financial performance management.• Provide analytical insight to Operations and Supply Chain teams to uncover efficiencies, improve decision-making, and support profitability initiatives.• Supervise and develop the cost accounting team while leading ad hoc analysis and special projects as business needs arise.
2026-05-21T00:00:00Z

Property Accountant

Rockland, MA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
31 - 36 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Property Accountant to support residential housing operations in Rockland, Massachusetts. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for someone who can balance financial oversight with day-to-day coordination in an affordable housing environment. The role involves managing accounting activities, maintaining organized resident records, and helping ensure smooth property operations while working closely with residents, staff, and external partners. Responsibilities: • Manage daily financial activities for the residential community, including monitoring incoming payments and supporting payable processes. • Record and reconcile rent collections accurately while helping maintain complete and up-to-date accounting documentation. • Keep resident and tenant files organized, compliant, and readily accessible for operational and reporting needs. • Respond to resident questions and concerns professionally, following through to support timely resolution. • Provide guidance and day-to-day oversight to onsite staff, including training support and task coordination. • Maintain and update the resident waitlist, ensuring records are accurate and handled in accordance with program requirements. • Serve as a point of contact with public agencies, private partners, and other outside stakeholders involved with the property. • Assist with budget-related tracking, reporting, and other administrative duties connected to affordable housing operations.
2026-06-03T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant - Family Office

Boston, MA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
100000 - 112000 USD / Yearly
Senior Fund Accountant – Family OfficeOverview:A private family office is seeking a Senior Fund Accountant to support accounting, reporting, tax coordination, and cash management for its pooled investment vehicles (“the Funds”). This role partners closely with internal operations staff and external service providers to ensure accurate, timely financial and investor reporting. Key Responsibilities:-Manage daily accounting activities, including cash review and journal entries.-Lead quarterly close processes, including valuation review, reconciliations, and investor reporting.-Oversee preparation and review of audited financial statements and support annual audit activities.-Coordinate tax compliance with external accounting partners.-Review investment documentation and support general fund administration.-Maintain investor transaction schedules and review materials for capital calls and distributions.-Support all Fund‑related cash flow processing and perform regular cash reconciliations.-Forecast liquidity needs and process stock distributions.-Collaborate with Fund Accountants and treasury staff to streamline workflows.-Leverage technology to improve processes and support new fund launches.-Provide backup support on projects as needed.
2026-05-07T00:00:00Z

Accountant (developent or construction) - hybrid - Malden!

North Waltham, MA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
75000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
A growing real estate development and investment firm is adding a newly created Accountant position as they transition their accounting function from outsourced to in-house. This is a unique opportunity to work directly with the CFO and play a key role in building and improving accounting processes within a dynamic, entrepreneurial environment. The company specializes in the development, construction management, and asset management of multifamily and mixed-use communities in high-growth, transit-oriented markets. Why This Role?<ul><li>Newly created position with strong visibility to leadership</li><li>Opportunity to help build and enhance accounting processes</li><li>Growing company with long-term career growth potential</li><li>Hybrid work schedule (flexible onsite days)</li><li>Collaborative, entrepreneurial environment</li></ul> Position OverviewThe Accountant will support core accounting operations, financial reporting, and project-based accounting activities. This individual will work across multiple entities and development projects, contributing to the month-end close process, reconciliations, and financial analysis.This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced, evolving environment and wants to take ownership while helping scale an in-house accounting function.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports</li><li>Perform account reconciliations (cash, intercompany, etc.)</li><li>Record journal entries, accruals, and general ledger activity</li><li>Assist with month-end and year-end close processes</li><li>Review and analyze property-level financials from third-party managers</li><li>Import and reconcile financial data within Yardi</li><li>Support project accounting, including job costing and WIP tracking</li><li>Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis</li><li>Support audit, tax, and compliance requirements</li><li>Assist with 1099 reporting and related filings</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve processes and reporting accuracy</li></ul>
2026-06-03T00:00:00Z

Corporate Accountant - 2 days - $90k+

Boston, MA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
75000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
Staff AccountantBoston, MA, (near all T lines)Hybrid schedule - 2 days in officeComp: Base plus bonuses (low $90k's + fantastic benefits with great retirement Our client, a well-established firm in the Boston, MA area, is seeking a 2+ yr Accountant to join their Corporate Finance team.You will support the firm's core accounting operations, including close, reporting, process improvement, automation and system upgrades / implementations. This is a great chance to join a growing international organization known for developing people and promotions.
2026-06-06T00:00:00Z

Audit Support

Boston, MA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
19 - 22 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Audit Support specialist to join our team on a contract basis. In this role, you will help the Investment Management Resource Team input financial statement information for a large portfolio of properties. This opportunity is well suited for candidates with a background in finance or accounting who can learn quickly, work accurately, and stay organized in a deadline-driven environment. Responsibilities:• Participate in an initial training period to become proficient in internal tools, workflow steps, and data mapping procedures.• Review property financial statements and enter required information into a proprietary system with a high degree of accuracy.• Process a high volume of financial and tax-related data for lower-tier properties supporting the low-income housing tax credit portfolio.• Compare source documents against entered records to help maintain data quality and completeness throughout the project.• Partner with members of the Investment Management Resource Team to resolve questions, clarify discrepancies, and escalate issues when needed.• Manage assigned work efficiently to meet project deadlines during the 1–2 month contract period while maintaining dependable attendance.• Apply careful attention to reporting details to support consistent and reliable tax return input across the portfolio.
2026-06-01T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Lead

Hopkinton, MA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
75500 - 89500 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Accounts Payable Lead to join a growing accounting team. This role is well suited for a hands-on, detail-oriented individual who can guide daily payables activity, support process improvements, and help maintain accurate financial operations in a fast-paced biotech manufacturing environment. The position works closely with accounting leadership and helps ensure timely payments, strong reporting, and effective coordination across the AP function. Responsibilities: • Direct daily accounts payable activities, helping ensure invoice processing is completed accurately and on schedule in a high-volume environment. • Provide day-to-day guidance and workflow support for a small AP team, including coordinating coverage and prioritizing workloads. • Review and process electronic payments, wire activity, vendor communications, and limited check disbursements with attention to accuracy and timeliness. • Prepare accounts payable reports, assist with month-end accruals, and contribute to year-end close activities and related reconciliations. • Support compliance-related requests and partner with internal and external auditors by organizing documentation and responding to inquiries. • Assist with tax-related payables tasks, including use tax support, and contribute to cash application activities as needed. • Administer corporate card and employee expense programs, including oversight of expense submissions through Concur and Clara. • Maintain reliable AP records within the SAP S/4HANA environment and identify opportunities to strengthen reporting tools and spreadsheet efficiency through advanced Excel usage.
2026-05-28T00:00:00Z