Job Openings Entry Level Staff Accountant (Mission Driven Organization)

About the job Entry Level Staff Accountant (Mission Driven Organization)

Entry Level Staff Accountant (Mission Driven Organization)



This Cambridge-based mission-driven organization is hiring for a Staff Accountant as an add-to-staff position on the Finance team. The role will handle a variety of responsibilities, including journal entry preparation, reconciliations, budget / variance analysis, assistance with month-end close, as well as operational accounting and business partnering.

If you're looking to build a strong foundation in accounting with a fantastic, energetic team - apply here!

Compensation & Benefits:

  • Strong base pay
  • + Great work / life balance
  • + Fantastic work environment and culture
  • + Opportunities for growth & promotion!
  • + Perks, discounts, and more


Responsibilities:

  • Prepare and own monthly close workpapers and journal entries, including balance sheet reconciliations, bank reconciliations, monthly accruals, etc.
  • Maintain fixed asset, depreciation, and leasing schedules
  • Participate in quarterly ERP upgrade testing
  • Review budgets and provide commentary / analysis for any variances
  • Own certain payable / receivable operations to help manage cash flows and enforce policies and compliance
  • Desire to dive into internal cross-functional projects, interface with auditors and/or other outside partners
  • Assist with other technical accounting or ad-hoc reporting projects as needed


Experience Necessary:

  • Bachelors in Accounting, Finance or equivalent
  • 1+ years general ledger/month end close experience
  • Public Accounting experience is a plus
  • Interest in growth and professional development