Sr| Accountant

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Qualifications
Must have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
Proven experience in a similar role, preferably as a Sr
Advanced knowledge of accounting software such as NetSuite, SAP, and Oracle Cloud
Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications
In-depth understanding of Account Reconciliation and Balance Sheet Reconciliation
Familiarity with Month End Close processes
Knowledge of Revenue Recognition, Project Accounting, and Project Budgets is necessary
Excellent communication, organizational, and analytical skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks
High level of integrity and dependability with a strong sense of urgency and results-orientation
Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
Strong problem-solving capabilities and ability to work independently
Benefits
We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training
Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go
Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan
Responsibilities
This role involves overseeing financial activities related to service projects, collaborating with project managers, and developing cost accounting systems
Spearhead month-end and year-end closing activities related to Services, Long term and Services Projects, including reconciliations and accruals
Work closely with project managers and cross-functional teams to establish project budgets and monitor financial performance throughout the project lifecycle
Develop and maintain project cost accounting systems, processes, and procedures to ensure compliance with accounting standards and internal controls
Prepare and present project cost reports, financial analyses, and budget updates to project stakeholders
Provide guidance and support to project teams on financial matters, ensuring adherence to financial goals
Lead and coordinate on Services absorption globally, reconcile absorption hours
Collaborate with the Revenue accounting team
Coordinate with the Cost Accounting team on areas that impact Long Project accounting and other assigned areas of responsibility
Collaborate with internal and external auditors to ensure accuracy and integrity of project cost
Expertise in General Ledger and Journal Entries
Job description
Description

We are searching for a Sr. Accountant to join our team in Waltham, Massachusetts. This role involves overseeing financial activities related to service projects, collaborating with project managers, and developing cost accounting systems. This is a long term contract employment opportunity that does involve transitioning to permanent employment.

Responsibilities
• Spearhead month-end and year-end closing activities related to Services, Long term and Services Projects, including reconciliations and accruals.
• Work closely with project managers and cross-functional teams to establish project budgets and monitor financial performance throughout the project lifecycle.
• Develop and maintain project cost accounting systems, processes, and procedures to ensure compliance with accounting standards and internal controls.
• Prepare and present project cost reports, financial analyses, and budget updates to project stakeholders.
• Provide guidance and support to project teams on financial matters, ensuring adherence to financial goals.
• Lead and coordinate on Services absorption globally, reconcile absorption hours.
• Collaborate with the Revenue accounting team.
• Coordinate with the Cost Accounting team on areas that impact Long Project accounting and other assigned areas of responsibility.
• Collaborate with internal and external auditors to ensure accuracy and integrity of project cost.

Requirements
• Must have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• CPA or equivalent certification is highly preferred
• Proven experience in a similar role, preferably as a Sr. Accountant
• Advanced knowledge of accounting software such as NetSuite, SAP, and Oracle Cloud
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications
• In-depth understanding of Account Reconciliation and Balance Sheet Reconciliation
• Expertise in General Ledger and Journal Entries
• Familiarity with Month End Close processes
• Knowledge of Revenue Recognition, Project Accounting, and Project Budgets is necessary
• Excellent communication, organizational, and analytical skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks
• High level of integrity and dependability with a strong sense of urgency and results-orientation
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong problem-solving capabilities and ability to work independently.

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