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Sr. Accountant

United States, Boston Employment contract · Job Posted June 15, 2026
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We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to support complex accounting operations for a large, multi-department organization in Boston, Massachusetts. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for someone who thrives in a deadline-driven environment, works confidently with high-volume financial data, and brings a strong foundation in general ledger activity and month-end close. The role will focus heavily on reconciliations, journal entries, prepaid and deferred revenue, and accounting support related to gifts and endowments.

Job Responsibility

  • Manage core general ledger activities, including preparing and posting journal entries and supporting accurate month-end close processes
  • Perform detailed account and bank reconciliations, investigate discrepancies, and resolve variances in a timely manner
  • Maintain accounting for prepaid expenses and deferred revenue while ensuring balances are properly recorded and supported
  • Provide financial oversight for gift and endowment-related transactions and help ensure accurate reporting in these areas
  • Analyze large volumes of financial information across numerous cost centers, spending categories, and revenue streams
  • Work within an enterprise-level ERP platform to review transactions, maintain data accuracy, and support accounting workflows
  • Prepare organized supporting schedules and documentation that strengthen audit readiness and internal financial controls
  • Collaborate effectively with internal stakeholders while independently managing priorities in a fast-paced accounting function

Requirements

  • At least 3 years of experience in accounting or financial operations
  • Strong knowledge of general ledger accounting, debits and credits, journal entries, and month-end close activities
  • Proven experience completing account reconciliations and bank reconciliations with a high degree of accuracy
  • Advanced Excel skills, including hands-on use of pivot tables for analysis and reporting
  • Experience working with large ERP systems
  • Ability to handle large data sets, stay organized, and meet deadlines with minimal supervision
  • Background in nonprofit accounting or exposure to gift and endowment accounting is preferred

Nice to have

  • Familiarity with Workday
  • Background in nonprofit accounting or exposure to gift and endowment accounting

What we offer

  • Medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
  • 401(k) plan
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