Accountant (Finance)

Loomis, Sayles & Company; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement Savings

Paid Time Off

Leave Benefits

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Work/Life Resources

Job summary

Loomis Sayles is seeking a detail-oriented accounting professional to support payroll, benefits, and tax accounting. Hybrid role in Boston with in-office presence at least 2 days per week, reporting to Accounting Supervisor.

3–5 years of accounting experience preferred; proficiency in Excel, Dayforce, and Infor is beneficial. Requires strong communication skills and ability to handle confidential information while meeting deadlines.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of accounting experience minimum.
• Strong attention to detail and confidentiality.
• Proficiency with payroll and benefits accounting concepts.

Responsibilities

• Assist in compilation of data and review US payroll, benefits, and post‑employment benefits.
• Maintain employee data with HR/Payroll and assist audits.
• Prepare and review tax filings (sales, use, property, quarterly estimates).
• Assist in corporate tax returns and foreign filings.
• Prepare monthly and quarterly journal entries for payroll, benefits, and taxes.
• Reconcile general ledger accounts and post retirement/terminated employee entries.
• Provide budgeting/forecasting input for employer and employee expenses.

Skills

Accounting

Attention to detail

Communication

Time management

Tools

Dayforce

Infor

Microsoft Office

Job description

Loomis Sayles is a performance-driven active asset management company that seeks to identify exceptional investment opportunities on behalf of institutional and retail clients worldwide. We believe active management fueled by proprietary, best-in-class research helps us achieve financial success for our clients. Founded in 1926, Loomis Sayles currently oversees approximately $434.6 billion in assets under management (as of 30 June 2026) for global clients spanning more than 50 countries.

We foster a culture of entrepreneurialism, where all employees are empowered and encouraged to develop themselves and their ideas. Our culture centers on our shared IDEALS, the core characteristics of who we aspire to be as employees and an organization.

Loomis Sayles is committed to the continual improvement of our performance, processes and people. As part of this commitment, we are looking to hire an enthusiastic and passionate candidate, eager to contribute to our continued success through the following employment opportunity:

About the Role

This is a role in the Loomis Sayles & Co. Finance department focused on financial processes supporting employment-related matters. The role will be dedicated full-time support to the payroll process, benefit, and tax accounting related functions. It will require assisting in the preparation and review of a variety of tax filings and obligations, close involvement with employee payroll and benefits, monthly journal entries accounting for those items, and forecasting on a quarterly and annual basis. Seeking a candidate with a minimum of 3 - 5 years of accounting experience. The role requires a strong attention to detail, professionalism in handling confidential information, ability to prioritize and meet both internal and statutory deadlines, adept in leveraging technology based solutions including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, and ability to communicate effectively with employees, outside vendors, and internal stakeholders across functions. This role is a hybrid role with the expectation of being in the Boston office at least 2 days a week.

About the Team

Based in Boston, MA, this role will be closely interacting with the larger Finance and HR group across multiple functions and supporting employees located in various states in the US as well as outside vendors as needed. Proficiency with multiple systems (i.e. Dayforce, Infor, YOGA, Microsoft, Excel etc.) will be required and on the job training will be provided. The role will report to the Accounting Supervisor on the payroll and benefits finance team based in Boston.

Job Responsibilities

• Assist in compilation of data, processing, and detailed review of US payroll, employment related benefits and post employment benefits
• Work closely with HR/Payroll on maintenance of employee data
• Aid in compilation of audit support for various ongoing regulatory and financial audits throughout the year
• Prepare and review tax filings (sales & use tax, property tax, quarterly estimate payments and other miscellaneous filings)
• Assist in preparation of corporate tax return and related foreign filings
• Prepare monthly and quarterly journal entries for benefit, payroll, and tax related items
• Reconcile & ensure accuracy of respective general ledger accounts
• Properly book and reconcile post employment benefits retirees and terminated employees
• Perform analysis and inform budgeting and forecasting relevant for all employer and employee related expenses (i.e. salaries, benefits, taxes)

Qualifications & Education Requirements

• 3+ years of accounting experience minimum
• Accurate and consistent attention to detail
• Proficiency in Excel is required, and Dayforce and Infor experience is beneficial
• The ability to work well under pressure, manage multiple conflicting priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• The ability to handle highly confidential information professionally
• Excellent oral and written communications, organizational and time management skills
• Proficiency and competence in core accounting concepts
• The ability to work effectively with business associates at all levels

Loomis Sayles is committed to offering competitive and equitable compensation. The salary range for this position is $80,000 - $100,000 USD. Your starting salary will be based on your experience, skills, qualifications and local benchmarking. This position is also eligible for a discretionary annual incentive award, which is based on individual and company performance. In addition to your compensation, you will have access to a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, well-being and financial security.

At Loomis Sayles, we believe benefits should empower our employees to thrive — at work and beyond. To attract and retain diverse talent worldwide, we are committed to offering comprehensive, competitive benefits that support your well-being, your family and your future. Designed with both local and global needs in mind, our benefits ensure that wherever you work, you have the support and resources to succeed.

Core Global Benefit Offerings:

Health & Welfare: Medical, dental, and supplemental health plans

Retirement Savings

Paid Time Off

Company-Provided Leave Benefits

Life and Disability Insurance

Work/Life and Wellness Resources

Locally Relevant Perks and Programs

EEOC and Diversity Statement

Loomis Sayles is deeply committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce in which talented individuals can realize their full potential and contribute to our growth and success. Please consider applying for this role even if your work history and skillset doesn’t completely match the job description. We believe creativity, tenacity and humility are as valuable as specific skills that can be practiced and perfected on the job.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, creed, color, gender, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.