SR Accountant
Job Description
Senior Accountant - Generalist
We are seeking a versatile and experienced Senior Accountant to join our dynamic accounting team. This role is ideal for a generalist who can seamlessly backfill various positions within our accounting department and contribute to a wide range of financial operations. You will be a lead contributor to our month-end closing process, preparing balance sheet reconciliations, supporting financial reporting requirements, and managing various accounting-related projects. This position requires critical thinking skills, the ability to manage a high-volume workload, and meet monthly, quarterly, and annual deadlines with limited supervision.
Major Areas of Responsibility
- Prepare monthly standard journal entries and reconciliations of various general ledger accounts
- Reconcile cash activity to the general ledger monthly
- Review and reconcile system payroll journals, making necessary adjustments
- Reconcile employee tax and benefit withholdings in compliance with federal and state regulations
- Assist Accounts Payable with invoice and expense report reviews
- Support faculty with travel expense submissions and audits
- Respond to inquiries from vendors and internal departments regarding financial matters
- Assist with tax determination for international students, faculty, and visitors
- Cross-train and provide backup support for team members
- Manage PeopleSoft data feeds to the general ledger and troubleshoot issues
- Assist with external financial statement audits
- Participate in special projects, including system implementations and process improvements
Job Requirements
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or Accounting
- Minimum 2 years of relevant experience, preferably in higher education
- Strong analytical and accounting skills with GAAP knowledge
- Experience with ERP systems
- Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Excel and other Microsoft applications
Core Competencies
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Collaborative approach with strong customer service orientation
- Excellent multitasking and prioritization skills
- Strong verbal and written communication abilities
- Adaptability and willingness to embrace change
- Commitment to fostering an inclusive and diverse work environment
Meet Your Recruiter
Buck Blasco
Director: Permanent Search
Former college football recruiter turned headhunter, I specialize in building strong relationships with my candidates and guiding them through the recruiting process. Based in our Worcester, MA office, I am committed to supporting local talent and contributing to our community.