This list contains only the countries for which job offers have been published in the selected language (e.g., in the French version, only job offers written in French are displayed, and in the English version, only those in English).
We are looking for an experienced Staff Accountant to support a short-term Contract assignment in South Boston, Massachusetts. This role will focus on improving the accuracy of accounts payable records by reviewing aged subledger activity and resolving outdated invoice entries with care and precision. The ideal candidate brings strong accounting judgment, can work independently in a fast-paced environment, and is comfortable using accounting systems to validate that transactions are handled correctly.
Job Responsibility
Review legacy accounts payable entries and identify invoice records in the subledger that require cleanup or removal
Evaluate supporting documentation to confirm transactions are valid before any adjustments or deletions are made
Reconcile subledger activity to the general ledger to ensure balances remain accurate and fully supported
Investigate discrepancies and trace accounting impacts across related records to confirm all entries tie out properly
Maintain careful oversight of data accuracy while processing a high volume of historical invoice items
Use Sage or comparable accounting software to complete record analysis, corrections, and account validation
Partner with internal stakeholders as needed to clarify transaction history and resolve open accounting questions
Requirements
Experience in staff accounting or advanced accounts payable work with strong knowledge of subledger and general ledger relationships
Proven ability to review and clean up large volumes of aged invoice records with a high level of accuracy
Solid understanding of how accounting transactions flow through an organization and affect financial reporting
Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify discrepancies and prevent incorrect adjustments
High attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to work independently on a focused project
Strong technical aptitude and the ability to learn unfamiliar systems quickly
Nice to have
Working knowledge of Sage accounting software is preferred
experience with other ERP or accounting platforms is also valuable