Accounting Specialist

JOHNLEONARD; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Professional development

Job summary

JOHN LEONARD in Boston is seeking a detail-oriented Accounting Specialist to join its growing accounting and finance team. This full-time, hybrid role emphasizes accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, and collections in a collaborative professional services environment.

The ideal candidate holds a bachelor's degree in accounting or related field, demonstrates GAAP knowledge, strong Excel and ERP experience, and excellent communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field; equivalent experience.
• Experience in accounts payable, accounts receivable, bookkeeping, or general accounting.
• Knowledge of GAAP and fundamental accounting principles.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Adobe Acrobat.
• Experience using ERP systems or accounting software.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Process accounts payable invoices, vouchers, vendor payments, and expense reimbursements.
• Manage accounts receivable transactions, collections, and payment posting.
• Assist with client billing, invoice preparation, pre-bills, and billing adjustments.
• Generate and analyze financial reports, WIP reports, receivables reports, and collections reports.
• Prepare daily deposits, ACH payments, wire transfers, and cash receipts.
• Support month-end close and year-end close activities, including general ledger postings.
• Review and reconcile expense reports and corporate credit card transactions.
• Research billing discrepancies and resolve payment issues.
• Maintain accurate electronic accounting records and supporting documentation.
• Assist with escrow accounting and trust account transactions.
• Serve as backup for billing operations.
• Participate in accounting process improvements and special projects.
• Collaborate across departments to improve financial accuracy and operational efficiency.

Skills

Accounts payable

Accounts receivable

GAAP knowledge

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Excel

ERP systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

Excel

Outlook

Word

PowerPoint

Adobe Acrobat

ERP systems

accounting software

financial management platforms

Job description

Schedule: Full-time | Monday-Friday, 8:30am-5:30pm

Required: Knowledge of basic accounting principles

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. This position is not eligible for employer-sponsored work authorization now or in the future.

About the Opportunity

A mission-driven law firm is seeking a detail-oriented Accounting Specialist to join its growing accounting and finance team in Boston. This full-time, hybrid opportunity is ideal for an accounting professional with strong organizational skills, experience in accounts payable, billing, and collections, and a desire to grow within a collaborative professional services environment.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Experience in accounts payable, accounts receivable, bookkeeping, or general accounting.
• Knowledge of GAAP and fundamental accounting principles.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Adobe Acrobat.
• Experience using ERP systems, accounting software, or financial management platforms.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in professional services, legal, consulting, or corporate accounting.
• Familiarity with SurePoint/LMS, CentreSuite, or comparable accounting and billing software.
• Experience with general ledger, billing systems, collections, and financial reporting.

Key Job Functions

• Process accounts payable (AP) invoices, vouchers, vendor payments, and expense reimbursements.
• Manage accounts receivable (AR) transactions, collections, and payment posting.
• Assist with client billing, invoice preparation, pre-bills, and billing adjustments.
• Generate and analyze financial reports, WIP reports, receivables reports, and collections reports.
• Prepare daily deposits, ACH payments, wire transfers, and cash receipts.
• Support month-end close and year-end close activities, including general ledger (GL) postings.
• Review and reconcile expense reports and corporate credit card transactions.
• Research billing discrepancies and resolve payment issues.
• Maintain accurate electronic accounting records and supporting documentation.
• Assist with escrow accounting and trust account transactions.
• Serve as backup for billing operations.
• Participate in accounting process improvements and special projects.
• Collaborate across departments to improve financial accuracy and operational efficiency.

Why Join?

You’ll become part of a collaborative finance team that values integrity, continuous improvement, teamwork, and exceptional client service. This position offers opportunities to expand your accounting expertise while supporting meaningful organizational goals.

Founded in 1969, JOHNLEONARD, a woman-owned business, is the premier staffing choice in Boston and beyond. We provide Temporary/Contract, Direct Hire, Temp-to-Hire, and Payroll services as part of our comprehensive service offerings. JOHNLEONARD is an equal opportunity employer committed to representation, belonging, and accessibility in the workplace. All applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.