Staff Accountant

Children's Services of Roxbury, Inc.; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) plan (optional)

Employee discounts

Job summary

Children's Services of Roxbury, Inc. in Boston, MA is seeking a Staff Accountant to support the Finance Department. The role focuses on accounts payable processing, vendor relations, and monthly contract billing in a nonprofit setting.

The position collaborates with program managers and a Senior Staff Accountant as a technical escalation point to bridge daily operations with the Controller’s financial statements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance preferred.
• 3+ years of general accounting experience, with heavy emphasis on core accounts payable processing, preferably within a non-profit or human services environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (data imports, formulas) and Word; hands-on experience with at least one mid-market accounting software platform.

Responsibilities

• Accounts Payable Oversight: Lead the end-to-end accounts payable cycle; review, code, and process vendor invoices; manage internal reimbursement workflows and ensure accurate general ledger expense distribution.
• Vendor & Cash Management: Maintain professional communication with vendors; research and resolve payment discrepancies; process internal check disbursements and apply payments accurately within the financial system.
• Revenue Cycle & State Billing: Prepare and submit monthly contract billing in compliance with state agency requirements; utilize the MMARS system to reconcile received vendor payments.
• Account Reconciliation: Perform monthly reconciliations for vendor payments, credit card statements, organizational loans, and baseline balance sheet accounts.
• Fixed Assets: Maintain the agency Fixed Asset schedule and prepare and post monthly depreciation expenses.
• Data Integration: Import and reconcile external financial data from Excel spreadsheets, including online transactions, AP sub-ledgers, and donation activity.
• Budget & Program Support: Collaborate with program managers to track contract milestones, vendor spending thresholds, and AP approvals.
• Audit & Team Collaboration: Support the Finance team during annual audit activities by pulling vouchers and invoice data; provide cross-functional support to the Business Office and Payroll teams.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Excel

Word

Mid-market accounting software

Job description

Why Children’s Services of Roxbury? At Children’s Services of Roxbury, we’re not just offering a job - we’re offering a chance to be part of something bigger. Our mission is to bring peace of mind to children and families across Massachusetts. We foster a culture of trust, humility, and respect, where every team member is valued and supported. If you’re looking to make a real impact and grow with a team that strives to create a brighter future for children and families across Massachusetts, this role is for you.

Position Summary

The Staff Accountant plays a vital role within the Finance Department, responsible for supporting the organization’s fiscal health through accurate transaction processing, account reconciliations, and financial reporting. The primary function of this role is accounts payable, serving as the operational anchor for vendor relations, disbursement cycles, and state contract expense matching. It works closely with program managers and relies on the Part‑Time Senior Staff Accountant as a technical escalation point to bridge daily operations with the Controller’s final financial statements.

Key Responsibilities

• Accounts Payable Oversight: Lead the end‑to‑end accounts payable cycle; review, code, and process vendor invoices; manage internal reimbursement workflows and ensure accurate general ledger expense distribution.
• Vendor & Cash Management: Maintain professional communication with vendors; research and resolve payment discrepancies; process internal check disbursements and apply payments accurately within the financial system.
• Revenue Cycle & State Billing: Prepare and submit monthly contract billing in compliance with state agency requirements; utilize the Massachusetts Management Accounting and Reporting System (MMARS) to reconcile received vendor payments.
• Account Reconciliation: Perform monthly reconciliations for vendor payments, credit card statements, organizational loans, and baseline balance sheet accounts.
• Fixed Assets: Maintain the agency Fixed Asset schedule and prepare and post monthly depreciation expenses.
• Data Integration: Import and reconcile external financial data from Excel spreadsheets, including online transactions, accounts payable sub‑ledgers, and donation activity.
• Budget & Program Support: Collaborate with program managers to track contract milestones, vendor spending thresholds, and accounts payable approvals.
• Audit & Team Collaboration: Support the Finance team during annual audit activities by pulling transactional vouchers and invoice data; provide cross‑functional support to the Business Office and Payroll teams as needed.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance preferred.
• Experience: 3+ years of general accounting experience, with a heavy emphasis on core accounts payable processing, preferably within a non‑profit or human services environment.
• Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (data imports, formulas) and Word; hands‑on experience with at least one mid‑market accounting software platform.

Soft Skills

• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and analytical capabilities to manage high‑volume transactional data in a dynamic environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to maintain professional relationships with internal program staff and external funding vendors.
• Demonstrated commitment to accuracy, data integrity, and collaborative teamwork in a mission‑driven setting.

Salary And Benefits

• Salary: $60,000 to $64,000 annually
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and optional 401(k) plan
• Employee discounts and access to CEU/professional development opportunities
• Supportive, mission‑driven team environment