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Staff Accountant - General Ledger

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United States Of America , Newton

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Finance

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55000.00 - 70000.00 USD / Year
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Job Description:

Step into a role as Accountant with Bright Horizons, where you will support accounting and analysis related to Bright Horizons’ leases, fixed assets, and other general ledger areas. This role is responsible for maintaining the general ledger, preparing month‑end close activities, reconciling account balances, and producing monthly financial reports and summaries. The Staff Accountant will also review documentation for accuracy and compliance with internal controls, accounting standards, and Bright Horizons’ principles.

Job Responsibility:

  • Prepare and record transactions related to fixed asset additions, disposals, and transfers
  • Prepare daily and monthly journal entries, ensuring accurate account balances and compliance with GAAP
  • Reconcile balance sheet accounts, including fixed assets, on a monthly basis and investigate and resolve discrepancies
  • Prepare rent calculations and complete lease‑related accounting procedures in accordance with ASC 842, including CPI adjustments
  • Communicate regularly with landlords, regional managers, and internal departments to support lease and asset‑related activities
  • Account for foreign leases in accordance with ASC 842 and enter required data into CoStar
  • Review accounts payable invoices coded to capital assets to ensure proper classification
  • Assist with sublease accounting and preparation of landlord tenant improvement allowance invoices, as needed
  • Support other month‑end close, project‑based accounting activities, and system implementations as required

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting
  • Internship experience to two years of relevant accounting experience preferred
  • Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft applications

Nice to have:

Experience with Workday and CoStar is a plus

What we offer:
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Life insurance
  • Long-term and short-term disability insurance

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Job Posted:
May 05, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
Hybrid work
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