Accountant - Contract

ProPivotal; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 38,572 - 48,216; Full time

Job summary

ProPivotal in the Boston area is seeking a hands-on Temporary Accountant to support general ledger activities and month-end close in a fast-paced environment. The role requires quick onboarding and reliable deadline management to ensure accurate financials.

You will perform GL accounting, prepare journal entries, complete reconciliations, and assist with reporting while collaborating with AP/AR and internal teams to resolve discrepancies.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in an accounting/general ledger role (Staff Accountant, Accountant, GL Accountant)
• Experience preparing journal entries and completing reconciliations
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Experience with common accounting systems/ERPs (NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, QuickBooks, Dynamics, etc.)

Responsibilities

• Perform general ledger accounting including maintaining accurate account activity and support schedules
• Prepare and post journal entries, including accruals and reclasses
• Complete bank and balance sheet reconciliations and investigate/resolve variances
• Support month-end close, ensuring tasks are completed on time and documentation is audit-ready
• Assist with financial reporting support (pulling schedules, tying out activity, basic variance explanations)
• Partner with AP/AR and internal teams to resolve discrepancies and ensure proper coding
• Maintain organized documentation and support internal and external requests as needed

Skills

General ledger

Journal entries

Reconciliations

ERP experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance or related field

Tools

NetSuite

SAP

Oracle

QuickBooks

Dynamics

Job description

An established Boston‑area organization is seeking a hands‑on Temporary Accountant to support core general ledger accounting and month‑end close activities. This role is ideal for someone who can step in quickly, keep deadlines on track, and ensure accurate financials in a fast‑paced environment.

Key Details

• Location: Boston, MA
• Job Type: Contract
• Pay Rate Range: $28-$35/hour

Why This Job Is Awesome / Your Impact

• Play a key role in keeping the monthly close running smoothly
• Own essential accounting processes that directly impact reporting accuracy
• Collaborate with a team that values accuracy, responsiveness, and continuous improvement

Responsibilities

• Perform general ledger accounting including maintaining accurate account activity and support schedules
• Prepare and post journal entries, including accruals and reclasses
• Complete bank and balance sheet reconciliations and investigate/resolve variances
• Support month‑end close, ensuring tasks are completed on time and documentation is audit‑ready
• Assist with financial reporting support (pulling schedules, tying out activity, basic variance explanations)
• Partner with AP/AR and internal teams to resolve discrepancies and ensure proper coding
• Maintain organized documentation and support internal and external requests as needed

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in an accounting/general ledger role (Staff Accountant, Accountant, GL Accountant)
• Experience preparing journal entries and completing reconciliations
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Experience with common accounting systems/ERPs (NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, QuickBooks, Dynamics, etc.)

Nice to Have

• Month‑end close in a mid‑size organization or high‑volume environment
• ERP experience (NetSuite, Oracle, SAP, Dynamics, Workday Financials, etc.)
• Exposure to audit support and building/maintaining close schedules