Senior Staff Accountant

Ledgent-Finance-; Methuen (MA); On-site; USD 85,962,000 - 108,886,000; Full time

Job summary

Ledgent-Finance- is seeking a Senior Staff Accountant in Methuen, MA to oversee AR/AP activities and support cash management and financial operations.

The role requires strong analytical and communication skills, experience with ERP and advanced spreadsheets, and collaboration with senior leadership to ensure accurate processing and robust internal controls.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration.
• Strong understanding of Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, and general accounting principles.
• Experience with cash management, banking activities, and financial reporting.
• Proficiency with ERP systems and advanced spreadsheet applications.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable functions to support cash management objectives.
• Assist with day-to-day administration of the Accounting and Finance department.
• Serve as a backup for AR and AP operations across multiple locations.
• Support banking activities, cash management processes, and related financial functions.
• Prepare financial and statistical information for management decision-making.
• Assist external CPAs with year-end reviews and reporting requirements.
• Collaborate with office staff and leadership to ensure accurate processing of transactions.
• Generate reports and analyses to support continuity, efficiency and profitability.
• Maintain and improve financial controls and procedures.

Job description

Senior Staff Accountant (JN -092026-431000) Methuen, Massachusetts

Salary: USD30 - USD38 per hour

The Senior Staff Accountant is responsible for overseeing Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable activities to support effective cash management and financial operations. This role requires strong analytical, communication, and presentation skills, along with proficiency in financial reporting systems and spreadsheet applications. The ideal candidate will be responsible for monitoring cash activity, supporting financial reporting, maintaining internal controls, and promoting proactive measures to identify and prevent fraudulent activity. This individual will play a key role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial data while supporting overall business operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable functions to support cash management objectives.
• Assist with the day-to-day administration of the Accounting and Finance department.
• Serve as a backup for Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable operations across multiple locations.
• Support banking activities, cash management processes, and related financial functions.
• Prepare and provide financial and statistical information to management to assist with planning, decision-making, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Assist external CPAs with year-end reviews and financial reporting requirements.
• Work closely with office personnel, external service providers, and senior leadership to ensure the accurate processing of business transactions.
• Generate reports and analyses that support business continuity, operational efficiency, and future profitability.
• Maintain and improve financial controls and procedures to support organizational objectives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration.
• Strong understanding of Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, and general accounting principles.
• Experience with cash management, banking activities, and financial reporting.
• Proficiency with ERP systems and advanced spreadsheet applications.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively across departments and with senior leadership.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.