Associate, Corporate Accounting

Gordon Brothers; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental benefits

401(k) match

Time off benefits

Job summary

Gordon Brothers in Boston, MA, is seeking an Associate, Corporate Accounting to support the lending side of the business. You will record cash entries, maintain loan schedules, and reconcile bank and general ledger accounts, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards and company policy.

The role reports to the Senior Accountant, Corporate Accounting, and offers a hybrid work model in Boston with a competitive total compensation package including base salary, bonus, health/dental

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting is required.
• 1–2+ years of public and/or corporate accounting experience.
• Experience in financial services or professional services is preferred.
• Experience with lending, specialty finance, or asset-based lending accounting is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Record daily cash entries related to lending activity and maintain detailed loan schedules.
• Reconcile bank accounts monthly; investigate and resolve discrepancies.
• Assist in preparing reporting for management and select lending partners.
• Review and record revenue monthly, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Support monthly, quarterly, and year-end close activities, including maintaining and reconciling general ledger accounts and recording journal entries.
• Assist with external audits and tax return preparation by providing requested information.
• Identify opportunities to streamline the close process through process improvements and technology.
• Complete ad hoc projects and analyses as requested.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Collaboration

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

NetSuite

Loan accounting software

Job description

Associate, Corporate AccountingWe use cookies and other tracking technologies to deliver the best experience while on our website. By browsing our website, you consent to our use of cookies and other tracking technologies.# Careers at Gordon Brothers## Associate, Corporate AccountingApply: Hybrid: Boston, MA: Full time: Posted 7 Days Ago: R-100947About Gordon Brothers:Since 1903, Gordon Brothers has helped companies unlock the potential of their assets. Our solutions-oriented approach combined with over 120 years of industry knowledge enables clients to get the most value from their assets with tailored solutions across asset services, asset lending and financing, and asset trading. Leveraging our deep expertise in retail, industrial, brands and real estate, we work closely with clients globally to determine the value of, lend against, or buy and sell their assets to help them achieve their business goals.At Gordon Brothers, we foster a culture of collaboration and creativity to find unique and innovative solutions for our clients. We take pride in fostering an engaging, inclusive culture and encouraging employees to bring new ideas to the table, develop their skills, and build dynamic and fulfilling careers.For more information, please visit www.gordonbrothers.com.## DescriptionReporting to the Senior Accountant, Corporate Accounting, this role supports the maintenance and continuous improvement of the group's financial records, with a primary focus on the lending side of the business. The Associate will record cash entries, maintain detailed loan schedules, and reconcile bank and general ledger accounts, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards and company policy. **Responsibilities / Essential Job Functions*** Record daily cash entries related to lending activity and maintain detailed loan schedules.* Reconcile bank accounts monthly; investigate and resolve discrepancies.* Assist in preparing reporting for management and select lending partners.* Review and record revenue monthly, ensuring accuracy and completeness.* Support monthly, quarterly, and year-end close activities, including: + Maintaining and reconciling general ledger accounts. + Recording journal entries with proper supporting documentation. + Performing balance sheet reconciliations in coordination with the Senior Accountant and investigating reconciling items. + Assisting with reviews of journal entries, reconciliations, and financial results to ensure accuracy.* Support external audits and tax return preparation by providing requested information and explanations.* Identify opportunities to streamline the close process through process improvements and technology.* Complete ad hoc projects and analysis as requested. **Knowledge, Skills & Abilities*** Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, and other Office applications.* Ability to manage multiple processes and deliverables simultaneously in a dynamic environment.* Highly detail-oriented and organized.* Strong intellectual curiosity and eagerness to learn.* Ability to communicate results and recommendations clearly and concisely.* Collaborative team player with strong communication and interpersonal skills.* NetSuite experience preferred but not required.* Familiarity with loan servicing/management systems and loan accounting concepts (e.g., amortization schedules, interest accrual) is a plus.* Strong analytical skills, with the ability to reconcile complex, multi-account balances accurately and efficiently. **Education & Experience*** Bachelor's degree in Accounting required.* 1–2+ years of public and/or corporate accounting experience required.* Experience in a fast-paced financial services or professional services firm preferred.* Prior exposure to lending, specialty finance, or asset-based lending accounting is a plus.Gordon Brothers offers a very competitive total compensation package, including base salary and bonus plan, health insurance, dental benefits, a generous 401(k) match, time off benefits, and more. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact the Human Resources department if you have a disability and need reasonable accommodation with any part the application process. Requests will be considered on a case-by-case basis.*Gordon Brothers is an Equal Opportunity Employer.*