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Accountant

Norwood, MA 02062

Posted: 11/29/2023 Employment Type: Contract To Hire Job Category: Accounting & Finance Job Number: 577581 Is job remote?: No Country: United States

Job Description

Accountant
Contract  or Contract to Hire


Growing manufacturing company seeking an accountant with very strong technical accounting skills. Preferably with public accounting experience. Seeking an accountant that has strong skills with P&L, month end close, balance sheet, update financial statements.


Required:
  • Degree in accounting 
  • Manufacturing industry  experience
  • 2+ years of General Ledger accounting experience – Month end close, financial statements, journal entries
  • ERP experience
  • excel, pivot table, v lookups
Preferred:
  • CPA
  • Public accounting experience



This accountant hire will play a key role in the month end close process, and balance sheet analysis, monthly financial reporting, and variance analysis versus budget and prior year. 

RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Manage day-to-day accounting responsibilities, including month-end and year-end close, year-end audit, intercompany reconciliation, and financial reporting
  • Complete various journal entries and account reconciliations for balance sheet accounts monthly; Ensure accurate accounting for various transactions and activities
  • Prepare financial statements and analysis for month end close meetings
  • Provide financial information to management by researching and analyzing accounting data and preparing reports
  • Prepare monthly fluctuation analysis by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing account information and trends
  • Ensure all financial records are in accordance with GAAP
  • Identify and implement improvements on internal controls, procedures, and forms around month-end close process
  • Update and maintain forecast of balance sheet, cash flow, and bank covenant calculations in Master Financial Model
  • Play a key role in annual year-end audit; Prepare audit schedules and reconciliations as required
  • Assist with acquisition analysis, including due diligence and transition of acquired company
  • Assist in preparation of the annual budget and subsequent monthly variance analysis
  • Prepare sales/use tax returns for monthly, quarterly and annual filings. 
  • Research sales/use tax issues and stay current on sales tax law changes.
  • Prepare for sales and use tax audits.
  • Assist with the annual corporate insurance renewal process.
  • Performs other ad hoc analysis and reporting

REQUIREMENTS
  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field, CPA preferred
  • 2-3 years of experience in accounting; Experience auditing/analyzing manufacturing industry financials is a plus
  • Professional and collaborative communication skills who can work well across departments
  • Strong knowledge and use of Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook
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