We are looking for an Accounting Clerk to support day-to-day accounting operations for a fully onsite team in Quincy, Massachusetts. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for someone who brings billing exposure, strong data accuracy, and a practical understanding of core accounting processes. The person in this role will help keep payment activity, documentation, and account records organized while contributing to efficient administrative support across the function.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Receive and organize incoming mail, then prepare payment items for timely processing.<br>• Enter payment details with accuracy, assist with deposit activities, and help reconcile batch totals.<br>• Maintain financial records by scanning, indexing, and filing supporting documents such as tax forms and mailing confirmations.<br>• Update account notes and prepare routine written communications related to payment and account activity.<br>• Support collection-related tracking, reporting, and general clerical administration for the accounting team.<br>• Assist with check voids, account removals, and abandoned property tasks in accordance with established procedures.<br>• Help ensure documentation is complete and accessible to support daily accounting operations and audit readiness.
We are looking for an Accounting Manager to lead core financial operations and provide accurate, timely reporting that supports business decisions. Based in Boston, Massachusetts, this position will oversee the integrity of accounting processes, strengthen controls, and help guide budgeting and compliance efforts. The role is ideal for a hands-on finance leader who can balance day-to-day execution with strategic partnership across the organization.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct daily accounting activities and ensure financial records are maintained accurately and consistently.<br>• Manage the monthly close cycle, including general ledger oversight, reconciliations, journal entries, and required adjustments.<br>• Produce and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports to support internal leadership and external obligations.<br>• Evaluate financial performance, identify notable trends, and present practical recommendations to senior management.<br>• Create, refine, and uphold accounting policies, procedures, and control frameworks that promote accuracy and accountability.<br>• Monitor adherence to applicable federal, state, and local regulations, as well as relevant accounting standards and company guidelines.<br>• Oversee tax-related submissions and other statutory reporting requirements to ensure deadlines and accuracy standards are met.<br>• Lead, coach, and develop accounting team members while setting clear expectations for performance and collaboration.<br>• Work closely with executive leaders to support planning, operational efficiency, and long-term organizational growth.
<p>We are looking for an Accounting Manager to oversee international accounting activities and help maintain reliable financial reporting across global entities. This role supports close activities, statutory compliance. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to improve processes while maintaining accuracy and consistency. This role is 100% REMOTE, and is paying from $100 - 110K + 10% bonus. Please email me directly with your resume for more information john.holtman@roberthalf </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead accounting support for overseas subsidiaries and affiliated legal entities, ensuring records are complete and well maintained.</p><p>• Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual close activities for international operations so reporting is delivered accurately and on schedule.</p><p>• Prepare and review journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and entity-level financial statements to uphold reporting quality.</p><p>• Administer payroll-related accounting, including accruals, supporting entries, and bank reconciliations tied to cash activity.</p><p>• Manage revenue recognition and project-based accounting entries in accordance with company policy and applicable standards.</p><p>• Coordinate statutory audits, tax submissions, and jurisdiction-specific reporting requirements across multiple countries.</p><p>• Supervise intercompany accounting activity, including transaction matching, reconciliation, and elimination support for consolidated reporting.</p><p>• Collaborate with in-country teams and third-party providers to resolve discrepancies and strengthen the accuracy of financial data.</p><p>• Contribute to corporate consolidation and broader financial reporting deliverables while identifying opportunities to streamline and standardize workflows.</p><p>• Provide accounting guidance, training, and oversight to internal stakeholders as needed.</p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager/Supervisor to lead core accounting activities for a distribution-focused operation in Auburn, Massachusetts. This role will guide financial reporting, oversee inventory-related accounting, and provide insight into margins, cash position, and overall business performance. The ideal candidate brings strong operational accounting expertise, a solid grasp of cost accounting in product-based environments, and the ability to support both compliance and team development.</p><p><br></p><p>For Immediate Interview please contact Victor Muller at 508 205 2136</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct day-to-day accounting operations across payables, receivables, and the general ledger to maintain timely and accurate financial records.</p><p>• Lead the monthly close cycle by preparing and reviewing journal entries, reconciling balance sheet accounts, and verifying banking activity.</p><p>• Manage inventory accounting by monitoring valuation methods, tracking cost of goods sold, reviewing freight-related expenses, and resolving discrepancies tied to stock movements.</p><p>• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports that support leadership decision-making and reflect reliable operating results.</p><p>• Evaluate gross margin performance, analyze spending patterns, and deliver variance reporting to highlight financial trends and improvement opportunities.</p><p>• Oversee cash management activities by tracking liquidity, supporting collections efforts, and helping ensure funds are available for ongoing operations.</p><p>• Build budgets and forecasts in partnership with business leaders and compare actual performance against financial plans.</p><p>• Maintain adherence to tax requirements, audit standards, and internal control expectations while coordinating documentation for external reviews.</p><p>• Supervise and develop accounting team members by assigning priorities, reviewing work, and coaching for continued growth.</p><p>• Partner with warehouse and logistics stakeholders to improve cost visibility, strengthen inventory accuracy, and support profitability goals.</p>
We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager to lead and optimize the financial operations of our organization in Quincy, Massachusetts. This role is pivotal in ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting, maintaining internal controls, and driving process improvements. If you are a proven leader with a passion for developing high-performing teams and delivering actionable financial insights, we encourage you to apply.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead and manage the accounting team, supporting growth and ensuring efficient daily operations.<br>• Supervise monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes to achieve accurate and timely reporting.<br>• Ensure compliance with internal accounting standards and U.S. regulations for all financial statements.<br>• Analyze financial trends and variances, presenting insights and strategic recommendations to senior leadership.<br>• Collaborate with various departments to support business initiatives and enhance financial transparency.<br>• Provide expertise on complex accounting issues, ensuring compliance with standards and strengthening internal controls.<br>• Oversee balance sheet reconciliations and ensure timely preparation and review of accounts.<br>• Manage internal control activities, ensuring all processes are executed accurately and consistently.<br>• Coordinate with external auditors to facilitate successful completion of financial statement audits.<br>• Identify opportunities for process improvements, leveraging technology and best practices to enhance efficiency.
We are looking for an experienced Accounts Payable Manager to join a Contract assignment based in Waltham, Massachusetts. This role will lead daily payables operations while strengthening controls, improving efficiency, and supporting accurate financial reporting. The ideal candidate brings strong expertise in invoice processing, payment execution, vendor coordination, and workflow optimization within a modern AP environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead end-to-end accounts payable operations, from invoice receipt and account coding through approval routing, payment release, and vendor follow-up.<br>• Manage a fully digital AP process designed to improve speed, accuracy, and long-term scalability across transaction volumes.<br>• Oversee and refine accounts payable workflows within NetSuite and related systems to support consistent processing and stronger visibility.<br>• Ensure invoices, employee expense submissions, and payment batches are completed accurately and on schedule across ACH, wire, and check methods.<br>• Maintain effective financial controls and verify adherence to internal policies, documentation standards, and audit expectations.<br>• Work closely with Procurement, Finance, and business partners to address discrepancies, remove bottlenecks, and improve coordination.<br>• Review aging activity and respond to vendor concerns promptly to sustain healthy supplier relationships and resolve outstanding items.<br>• Contribute to month-end close by preparing accrual support and completing account reconciliations tied to payables activity.<br>• Identify opportunities for automation, reporting enhancements, and process improvements that strengthen AP performance and transparency.<br>• Produce analysis on payables trends, cash requirements, and vendor spending to support operational and financial decision-making.
We are looking for a detail-oriented Cash Management & General Ledger Accountant to support financial reporting, treasury activity, and core accounting operations for a long-term contract opportunity in Kingston, Rhode Island. This position works closely with the Controller’s team to strengthen fiscal planning, maintain accurate financial records, and contribute to the preparation of annual financial statements and audit materials. The role also supports cash forecasting, bond-related accounting, reconciliations, and department-level accounting guidance while helping ensure compliance with applicable reporting standards.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Partner with the Controller’s office on both near-term and extended financial planning activities by supplying accounting analysis and reporting support.<br>• Maintain accurate general ledger activity through journal entry support, account analysis, and timely reconciliation of balance sheet and related accounts.<br>• Contribute to the preparation of annual financial statements, including supporting schedules, supplemental reports, and footnote documentation for audit and reporting purposes.<br>• Support treasury operations by tracking daily cash movement, assisting with cash forecast preparation, and monitoring related financial activity.<br>• Record, reconcile, and review bond transactions, capital project invoices, and funding activity to ensure alignment across internal records and external sources.<br>• Assist departments with accounting needs such as bank reconciliations, transaction posting workflows, reporting requests, and improvements to general ledger processes.<br>• Help apply new accounting guidance and support compliance-focused reporting by researching requirements and preparing related documentation.<br>• Participate in financial system enhancements and software updates by assisting with accounting setup, testing, and process adoption as needed.<br>• Provide guidance and informal training to staff on journal entries, reconciliations, and sound financial reporting practices.<br>• Prepare ad hoc financial analyses and special reports to support management requests and operational decision-making.
<p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our team in Franklin, Massachusetts. This position supports core accounting operations by maintaining accurate financial records, assisting with close activities, and preparing reporting that helps guide business decisions. The ideal candidate brings strong journal entry and general ledger experience, along with the ability to manage day-to-day accounting tasks with accuracy and professionalism.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare and post journal entries while maintaining the accuracy and completeness of the general ledger.</p><p>• Assist with monthly and annual closing activities, including reconciliations and the preparation of financial reports.</p><p>• Analyze balance sheet accounts, resolve variances, and research unusual account activity.</p><p>• Process and monitor accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll-related accounting transactions.</p><p>• Support budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow analysis by compiling and reviewing financial data.</p><p>• Coordinate billing activities, review invoices, and work with vendors to address payment and account questions.</p><p>• Assemble reporting packages and organize documentation needed for internal review and external audits.</p><p>• Identify accounting process improvements that strengthen efficiency, accuracy, and overall workflow consistency.</p>
<p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support core accounting operations in Framingham, Massachusetts. This position plays an important role in maintaining accurate financial records, handling high-volume transactional activity, and assisting with periodic reporting and close processes. The ideal candidate is comfortable working independently, communicates effectively with internal and external partners, and brings strong analytical ability to both routine and problem-solving tasks.</p><p><br></p><p>For Immediate Interview please contact Victor Muller at 508-205 2136</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage day-to-day receivables activities, including preparing customer invoices, applying incoming payments, investigating short payments or discrepancies, and following up on outstanding balances.</p><p>• Oversee payable workflows by reviewing vendor invoices, processing employee expense submissions, and coordinating payment priorities with accounting leadership.</p><p>• Prepare and post journal entries while helping maintain the accuracy and integrity of the general ledger.</p><p>• Perform recurring reconciliations for accounts receivable, accounts payable, and assigned balance sheet accounts to ensure financial data is complete and properly supported.</p><p>• Contribute to month-end, quarter-end, and year-end accounting activities by assisting with reporting, account analysis, and close-related tasks.</p><p>• Maintain customer pricing information and update records as needed to support accurate billing.</p><p>• Generate financial and budget-related reports in accordance with established policies, controls, and compliance requirements.</p><p>• Provide additional accounting support on special assignments and operational priorities as business needs evolve.</p>
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support core accounting operations for a non-profit organization in Boston, Massachusetts. This position will help maintain accurate financial records, prepare key tax and ledger entries, and contribute to reliable month-end and year-end reporting. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, works carefully with financial data, and can manage multiple priorities in a mission-driven environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare and record journal entries to keep financial activity accurate, timely, and properly documented.<br>• Maintain the general ledger by reviewing account activity, resolving discrepancies, and supporting month-end close processes.<br>• Assist with corporate tax-related work, including gathering documentation and supporting return preparation activities.<br>• Review sales tax obligations and help ensure filings and related records are completed correctly and on schedule.<br>• Reconcile financial accounts and investigate variances to improve the accuracy of internal reporting.<br>• Support the preparation of financial statements and other accounting reports for internal stakeholders.<br>• Organize accounting documentation and maintain records in accordance with non-profit compliance and audit expectations.
<p>We are looking for a Staff Accountant to join a mission-focused non-profit organization in Norwich, Connecticut. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to a collaborative finance team while supporting core accounting operations, receivables, reporting, and compliance activities. The ideal candidate will enjoy balancing detail-oriented financial work with broader support across nonprofit accounting functions.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process incoming payments, apply cash receipts accurately, and follow up on outstanding balances to maintain timely collections.</p><p>• Maintain the general ledger by preparing journal entries, reconciling accounts, and ensuring financial data is recorded correctly.</p><p>• Assist with monthly and annual closing tasks by organizing schedules, reviewing balances, and supporting the completion of required entries.</p><p>• Produce financial reports and compile supporting records to help leadership monitor performance and maintain documentation standards.</p><p>• Monitor grant funding, donations, and participant-related payments to ensure transactions are tracked and allocated appropriately.</p><p>• Contribute to audit readiness by organizing financial materials, responding to information requests, and reinforcing internal control practices.</p><p>• Investigate account discrepancies and address finance-related questions with clear, timely communication.</p><p>• Maintain orderly accounting files and provide administrative support that helps the finance function operate efficiently.</p><p><br></p><p>Please send resumes directly to Chelsea Halon - chelsea.halon@roberthalf com </p>
We are looking for an experienced Staff Accountant to support a short-term Contract assignment in South Boston, Massachusetts. This role will focus on improving the accuracy of accounts payable records by reviewing aged subledger activity and resolving outdated invoice entries with care and precision. The ideal candidate brings strong accounting judgment, can work independently in a fast-paced environment, and is comfortable using accounting systems to validate that transactions are handled correctly.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Review legacy accounts payable entries and identify invoice records in the subledger that require cleanup or removal<br>• Evaluate supporting documentation to confirm transactions are valid before any adjustments or deletions are made<br>• Reconcile subledger activity to the general ledger to ensure balances remain accurate and fully supported<br>• Investigate discrepancies and trace accounting impacts across related records to confirm all entries tie out properly<br>• Maintain careful oversight of data accuracy while processing a high volume of historical invoice items<br>• Use Sage or comparable accounting software to complete record analysis, corrections, and account validation<br>• Partner with internal stakeholders as needed to clarify transaction history and resolve open accounting questions
<p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Bookkeeper to support daily financial operations for a PART TIME ONSITE long-term contract opportunity based in Tiverton, Rhode Island. This position is well suited for someone who is confident managing core accounting activities, maintaining accurate records, and keeping transactions organized in QuickBooks. The ideal candidate will bring a steady, reliable approach to accounts payable, accounts receivable, and bank reconciliation work while helping ensure smooth day-to-day financial processes.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Maintain accurate financial records and update bookkeeping entries in QuickBooks on a consistent basis.</p><p>• Process vendor invoices, verify payment details, and manage timely accounts payable activities.</p><p>• Track incoming payments, apply receipts correctly, and follow up on outstanding accounts receivable balances.</p><p>• Reconcile bank statements against internal records to identify and resolve discrepancies promptly.</p><p>• Review financial data for accuracy and help keep supporting documentation organized and audit-ready.</p><p>• Assist with routine reporting by preparing summaries of transactions, balances, and account activity.</p><p>• Communicate with internal contacts and external vendors or customers to address billing and payment questions.</p>
<p><strong><u>Accounting Manager</u></strong></p><ul><li>$90-100k+</li><li>Cambridge <em>(free parking and also near the T)</em></li><li>40 hours. Great work life. Never much OT at all. 9-5!!</li><li>5 days on site to start. Once comfortable, chance for 1 day home.</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Our client is looking for a small company, hands-on Accounting Manager to help oversee all accounting needs with multiple entities. You will report into a great CFO and work very closely with the company owner.</p><p>Mentor and manage a junior AP person too!</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct day-to-day accounting operations across multiple entities, ensuring records are complete, organized, and accurately maintained in QuickBooks.</p><p>• Prepare internal financial reports for leadership, highlighting timely information that supports planning and business decisions.</p><p>• Lead month-end and year-end close activities, including reconciliations, journal entries, and investigation of account variances.</p><p>• Oversee cash management activities such as banking transactions, wires, and payment processing in alignment with organizational direction.</p><p>• Partner with colleagues across departments to collect required financial data, resolve outstanding items, and keep records current.</p><p>• Manage bi-weekly payroll processing from start to finish while maintaining confidentiality and adherence to applicable regulations.</p><p>• Support administration of employee benefits, including payroll deductions, insurance updates, renewals, and related documentation.</p><p>• Strengthen accounting workflows and internal controls while supervising, coaching, and developing accounting staff.</p><p>• Serve as the primary contact for external auditors and tax professionals, providing documentation and assistance during reviews and filings.</p><p>• Monitor regulatory and reporting obligations to help ensure ongoing business compliance across accounting operations.</p>
<p>Our client, based in Smithfield Rhode Island is actively interviewing for an accounts payable specialist. In this role, you will oversee essential financial processes, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in all accounts payable functions. This position requires strong organizational skills and a commitment to maintaining accurate financial records.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process and verify invoices for accuracy, ensuring proper coding and timely payment.</p><p>• Conduct bank reconciliations to ensure alignment of financial records with bank statements.</p><p>• Perform data entry tasks with precision, maintaining up-to-date records in financial systems.</p><p>• Manage accounts payable functions, including check runs and posting cash transactions.</p><p>• Collaborate with internal teams to resolve discrepancies and ensure compliance with company policies.</p><p>• Utilize software tools such as Microsoft Excel, Oracle, and SAP to manage financial data effectively.</p><p>• Reconcile vendor statements and address any outstanding balances or issues.</p><p>• Assist in preparing reports related to accounts payable activities for management review</p>
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to join a team in Providence, Rhode Island in a Contract to Permanent capacity. This position is ideal for a detail-oriented accounting specialist who can manage high-volume invoice processing, maintain accurate payment records, and support efficient disbursement activities. The role requires strong accuracy, sound judgment with coding and approvals, and the ability to keep accounts payable operations organized and on schedule.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Review and process vendor invoices with careful attention to accuracy, appropriate approvals, and correct general ledger coding.<br>• Assign account codes to invoices and payment transactions to ensure expenses are recorded properly and consistently.<br>• Prepare and execute payment activities through ACH and check runs in accordance with established schedules and controls.<br>• Reconcile payable records, investigate discrepancies, and resolve issues with vendors or internal stakeholders in a timely manner.<br>• Maintain organized accounts payable documentation and support audit readiness through complete and accurate recordkeeping.<br>• Monitor invoice aging and payment deadlines to help ensure obligations are met according to terms.<br>• Communicate with vendors and cross-functional teams to address payment questions, missing details, and exception items.<br>• Assist with process updates or workflow changes within accounts payable when needed to support operational efficiency.
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to support a busy finance team in Brockton, Massachusetts. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for someone who enjoys accurate financial processing, vendor communication, and contributing to dependable payroll support. The position offers a steady Monday through Friday schedule and the chance to play an important role in daily accounting operations and period-end activities.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Review incoming invoices, confirm details against purchase orders and agreements, and prepare items for accurate posting.<br>• Assign proper general ledger coding and enter payable transactions while maintaining organized financial records.<br>• Communicate with vendors to resolve billing questions, respond to payment inquiries, and maintain positive working relationships.<br>• Reconcile supplier statements regularly to identify discrepancies and ensure outstanding items are addressed promptly.<br>• Prepare accounts payable reports and assist the accounting team with month-end close tasks and related documentation.<br>• Provide payroll support by entering timekeeping information and helping with payroll processing on a biweekly schedule.<br>• Monitor payment activity, including ACH-related transactions, to help ensure timely and accurate disbursements.
<p>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.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee the day-to-day accounts receivable cycle, ensuring customer balances are monitored and records remain current.</p><p>• Submit invoices electronically through customer web-based billing platforms and confirm successful delivery.</p><p>• Apply daily customer receipts, including credit card transactions, and balance posted cash activity against bank records.</p><p>• Investigate and reconcile open receivables to maintain accurate aging data and support reporting integrity.</p><p>• Work directly with customers and cross-functional teams to address payment questions, resolve discrepancies, and support collection efforts.</p><p>• Prepare and maintain reliable accounts receivable reports, including open balance summaries and account status updates.</p><p>• Support period-end and year-end audit activities by organizing documentation and responding to information requests.</p><p>• Provide backup assistance to accounts payable and payroll functions when business needs require additional support.</p><p>• Follow workplace standards that promote an orderly, safe, and efficient work environment.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><em><u>**For immediate consideration please call me immediately: Eric Lebow 508-205-2127 </u></em></strong></p>
We are looking for an experienced Assistant Controller - Financial Reporting to support high-quality financial oversight and reporting for a university environment in Kingston, Rhode Island. This Long-term Contract position will lead key accounting and control activities, strengthen reporting accuracy, and provide trusted financial guidance to senior leadership. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, operational leadership, and the ability to oversee complex financial functions with precision and sound judgment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead the development, upkeep, and review of core financial control practices to help ensure accurate, complete, and timely reporting across the institution.<br>• Direct and mentor accounting and administrative team members responsible for preparing, analyzing, and distributing financial information for divisions, departments, and account-level activity.<br>• Partner with the budget function to prepare financial forecasts and outlooks that support executive planning and decision-making.<br>• Oversee the Student Loan Office and ensure related financial operations are managed effectively and in compliance with applicable standards.<br>• Supervise senior accounting personnel while managing fixed asset accounting, depreciation activity, inventory oversight, and related reconciliations.<br>• Evaluate departmental operations for adherence to financial policies and business procedures, and advise the Controller on internal control matters and policy interpretation.<br>• Stay current on evolving guidance from major accounting and auditing standard-setting bodies and assess the impact on financial statements, compliance, and planning.<br>• Support month-end close activities by reviewing ledger activity, resolving variances, and reinforcing sound reconciliation processes across assigned functions.
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.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct daily accounts payable activities, helping ensure invoice processing is completed accurately and on schedule in a high-volume environment.<br>• Provide day-to-day guidance and workflow support for a small AP team, including coordinating coverage and prioritizing workloads.<br>• Review and process electronic payments, wire activity, vendor communications, and limited check disbursements with attention to accuracy and timeliness.<br>• Prepare accounts payable reports, assist with month-end accruals, and contribute to year-end close activities and related reconciliations.<br>• Support compliance-related requests and partner with internal and external auditors by organizing documentation and responding to inquiries.<br>• Assist with tax-related payables tasks, including use tax support, and contribute to cash application activities as needed.<br>• Administer corporate card and employee expense programs, including oversight of expense submissions through Concur and Clara.<br>• Maintain reliable AP records within the SAP S/4HANA environment and identify opportunities to strengthen reporting tools and spreadsheet efficiency through advanced Excel usage.
We are looking for a Grants Cost Accountant to support sponsored program financial operations for a Long-term Contract position based in Kingston, Rhode Island. This role focuses on strengthening grant-related accounting practices, maintaining compliance with applicable regulations, and ensuring accurate billing, reporting, and reconciliations across sponsored awards. The ideal candidate will bring strong experience in grant accounting and federal award administration, along with the ability to interpret complex funding requirements and provide dependable financial guidance to university operations.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Guide the application of cost accounting practices across sponsored program expenses to promote consistent financial treatment and policy adherence.<br>• Evaluate service center and recharge rate methodologies to ensure cost standards are properly reflected in institutional rate development.<br>• Maintain effective financial controls and provide operational support for grant-related accounting systems and processes.<br>• Review financial procedures to confirm alignment with federal, state, and university compliance requirements affecting sponsored activity.<br>• Analyze award and contract terms to determine billing obligations, reporting expectations, and accurate setup within financial systems.<br>• Manage invoicing and collections for externally funded grants and contracts in accordance with sponsor terms, institutional policy, and applicable uniform guidance.<br>• Support oversight of sponsored program billing and receivables activities, including issue resolution and ongoing process reliability.<br>• Assist with month-end and year-end close activities for grants, including reconciliations between subledgers and the general ledger.<br>• Contribute to audit preparation by assembling documentation and supporting reviews for financial statement audits, single audits, and agency examinations.<br>• Prepare management reporting, expenditure schedules, survey support, and financial projections that highlight trends, cash flow considerations, risks, and improvement opportunities.
<p>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.</p><p><br></p><p>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.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><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><p><br></p>