Junior Accountant

Flaherty & Company LLC; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Training & development

Flexible part-time schedule

Job summary

Flaherty & Company LLC in Massachusetts seeks a part-time Junior Accountant to support bookkeeping, tax, and general accounting duties in a public accounting environment.

This role offers 20–30 hours per week with flexible scheduling, and provides exposure to diverse clients and industries while collaborating with senior accountants and partners on special projects.

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (or currently pursuing degree).
• 1–2 years of accounting or bookkeeping experience preferred (public accounting experience a plus).
• Familiarity with tax preparation and accounting software.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines, especially during tax season.
• Professional communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with firm accounts receivable and accounts payable.
• Perform bookkeeping and general ledger maintenance for client accounts.
• Reconcile bank and credit card statements.
• Prepare journal entries and supporting workpapers.
• Assist with month-end and year-end close processes.
• Communicate with clients to request documentation and clarify information.
• Assist senior accountants and partners with special projects.
• Assist with tax support of individual and business tax returns.

Skills

Excel

Communication

Attention to detail

Organization

multitasking

Education

Accounting degree

Tools

QuickBooks

Job description

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Training & development

Position Overview

We are seeking a part-time year round detail-oriented and motivated Junior Accountant to support our team with bookkeeping, tax, and general accounting support duties. This role is ideal for an accounting professional seeking flexible, part-time hours in a public accounting environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with firm accounts receivable and accounts payable
• Perform bookkeeping and general ledger maintenance for client accounts
• Reconcile bank and credit card statements
• Prepare journal entries and supporting workpapers
• Assist with month-end and year-end close processes
• Communicate with clients to request documentation and clarify information
• Assist senior accountants and partners with special projects
• Assist with tax support of individual and business tax returns

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (or currently pursuing degree)
• 1–2 years of accounting or bookkeeping experience preferred (public accounting experience a plus)
• Familiarity with tax preparation and accounting software
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines, especially during tax season
• Professional communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with QuickBooks (Online and Desktop)
• Experience preparing individual (1040) and small business returns

What We Offer

• Flexible part-time schedule (20–30 hours per week)
• Competitive hourly compensation based on experience
• Professional, team-oriented environment
• Exposure to diverse clients and industries
• Opportunity for expanded hours during peak seasons