Senior Accountant - Growth!

CFS; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

CFS is seeking a Senior Accountant in Waltham to join a rapidly growing, private equity-backed organization delivering technology and project-based services. The role reports to finance leadership and covers the monthly close, financial reporting, and operational accounting with exposure to multiple accounting functions.

The ideal candidate will have 4+ years of progressive accounting experience, strong GAAP knowledge, and advanced Excel skills.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Strong understanding of accrual accounting.
• Experience with general ledger accounting and month-end close processes.
• Proven balance sheet reconciliations and journal entries.

Responsibilities

• Owns assigned aspects of the monthly close process including journal entries and reconciliations.
• Prepare balance sheet reconciliations, supporting schedules, and bank reconciliations.
• Analyze financial results, investigate variances, and resolve discrepancies.
• Support audit requests and collaborate with AP/AR teams.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Month-end close

Excel proficiency

Analytical skills

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Title: Senior Accountant

Location: Waltham

Salary: $90-100K

Highlights of the Senior Accountant Opportunity

• The Company: A rapidly growing, private equity-backed organization providing technology and project-based service solutions across commercial, institutional, and government markets.
• The Growth: Following a recent acquisition by a larger industry platform, the company is investing in its finance and accounting function to support continued expansion and operational excellence.
• The Position: Reporting directly to finance leadership, the Senior Accountant will play a key role in the monthly close process, financial reporting, operational accounting, and business analysis. This position offers broad exposure across accounting functions and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a growing organization.
• The Opportunity: Join a growing, private equity-backed organization where you'll gain broad exposure to accounting and operations, partner closely with leadership, and help drive process improvements during an exciting phase of expansion.

The Senior Accountant's Responsibilities

• Own assigned aspects of the monthly close process, including journal entries, accruals, reclasses, and account analysis.
• Prepare balance sheet reconciliations, supporting schedules, and bank reconciliations.
• Analyze financial results and investigate account fluctuations and variances.
• Research and resolve accounting discrepancies and unusual transactions.
• Review corporate credit card activity and ensure proper coding and documentation.
• Assist with cash forecasting and liquidity reporting.
• Support external audit requests and maintain audit-ready documentation.
• Partner with Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable teams as needed, including collection support.
• Contribute to process improvements, internal controls, and accounting best practices.
• Participate in special projects, financial analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 4+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and accrual-based accounting.
• Experience with general ledger accounting and month-end close processes.
• Proven balance sheet reconciliation and journal entry experience.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, LOOKUP functions, and large data set analysis.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills and attention to detail.
• Experience with project-based, construction, field service, or similar operational environments is a plus.
• ERP experience preferred.

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