Hybrid Staff Accountant for Not-for-Profit Housing

Massachusetts Housing Partnership; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Health insurance

403(b) retirement plan with employer ;

PTO 5 weeks + 13 holidays

Life and disability insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

FSAs (Medical & Dependent Care)

Public transportation reimbursement

Tuition reimbursement up to $10,000

Homebuyer assistance up to $20,000

Job summary

Massachusetts Housing Partnership (MHP) is seeking a Staff Accountant to support day-to-day financial operations, including reconciliations, payroll support, and financial reporting. The role offers growth across multiple areas and emphasizes accuracy, organization, and reliability in a collaborative, inclusive environment.

The Hybrid Boston role includes in-office and remote days, with a two-day in-office requirement per week during the initial period.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance or an equivalent combination of knowledge, skills and experience required.
• 1+ years of accounting experience; additional relevant experience is preferred.
• Working knowledge of basic accounting principles and GASB standards.
• Experience with ERP accounting systems, preferably Sage Intacct.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently or in a team.
• Ability to build relationships across the organization and meet tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Complete monthly bank and general ledger reconciliations and investigate discrepancies.
• Record borrower receipts, electronic payments, wires, transfers, and other banking activity.
• Maintain the wire log and ensure banking transactions are properly recorded in the accounting system.
• Prepare and record journal entries and maintain supporting documentation.
• Assist with internal financial statements, covenant reporting, and management reports.
• Process credit card transactions and postings in Sage Intacct.
• Assist with biweekly payroll processing and month-end payroll accruals.
• Run quarterly 403(b) contribution reports and assist with reconciliations.
• Assist with the annual audit and GASB-not-for-profit financial statements.
• Follow established accounting policies and internal controls.
• Help identify and implement improvements to accounting processes.

Skills

Bank reconciliations

Journal entries & reporting

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance

Tools

Sage Intacct

Job description

Massachusetts Housing Partnership (MHP) is seeking a Staff Accountant to support day-to-day financial operations, including reconciliations, payroll support, and financial reporting. The role offers growth across multiple areas and emphasizes accuracy, organization, and reliability in a collaborative, inclusive environment.

The Hybrid Boston role includes in-office and remote days, with a two-day in-office requirement per week during the initial period.