Posted: 09/18/20232023-09-182023-10-19Employment Type:Contract To HireJob Category:Accounting & FinanceJob Number: 579949Is job remote?: NoCountry: United States
Job Description
Responsibilities include.
Prepare monthly journal entries and reconciliations for assigned activities and accounts, ensuring all activity is recorded, adjustments are calculated, and corrections are made.
Review and approve journal entries prepared by others to ensure accuracy of transactional detail and supporting documentation.
Perform monthly, quarterly and year end closing accounting procedures.
Support the compliance team in performing certain financial analyses for the annual audit and with Massachusetts UFR, tax and other filings and audits.
Assist with gift accounting and reconciliation.
Prepare and file sales tax and meals tax returns and assist with sales tax compliance.
Assist with escheatment processes and filings.
Assist with the development of policies/procedures relative to the administration of general accounting practices; and maintain accounting controls by following established policies and procedures.
Assist in other duties as required.
Competencies To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
Strong technical accounting background, including knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
Strong working knowledge of Excel (pivot tables, macros, etc.), Word and databases.
Strong analytical, critical thinking, creative problem solving skills and sound judgement.
Attention to detail and accuracy, with the ability to meet deadlines, independently and in a team environment.
Knowledge of annual financial statement close and audit process.
Ability to work with confidential information.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including ability to interact effectively with all levels throughout the organization.
Education and/or Experience
Bachelor's degree in Accounting
5 - 7 years of experience in accounting.
Experience in nonprofit accounting preferred
CPA a plus
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