Staff Accountant

SAPinsider; Chelmsford (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading research service organization is seeking a skilled accountant to maintain financial records and ensure compliance. You will execute month-end closes, process payroll, and assist with audits. Ideal candidates have a degree in accounting and 5+ years of relevant experience, with advanced Excel skills. This role is located in Chelmsford, MA.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant accounting experience with a strong focus on general ledger functions.
• Experience with accounting system migration.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and reconcile the general ledger accounts.
• Process payroll and A/P invoices.
• Execute month-end and year-end close processes.
• Prepare and analyze financial statements.

Skills

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Strong attention to detail

Good analytical skills

Clear communication of financial information

Ability to manage multiple tasks

Service-oriented mindset

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or business administration

Tools

Xero Accounting System

Salesforce

Job description

Wellesley Information Services is the largest and most active global ERP member community. We are an independent research and marketing services organization that owns the largest global SAP technology and line of professional business community with over 2,000,000 technology and business members. Our members are either currently using or considering using ERP solution platform to enable digital transformation and operational excellence within their respective businesses. Members depend on our guidance for their investments in ERP based technologies.

Our culture is committed to a merit‑based, Learn‑it‑All environment built on a foundation of equal opportunity, diversity and inclusivity for all.

What will you be doing:

• Maintain and reconcile the general ledger accounts, ensuring integrity in financial records.
• Process payroll.
• Process A/P invoices and prepare wires/ACH’s.
• Execute month‑end and year‑end close processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance with GAAP.
• Maintain accurate and complete financial records, including data entry and adjusting and closing journal entries.
• Identify, research, and resolve discrepancies in financial data.
• Prepare and analyze financial statements, ensuring accuracy and compliance with GAAP.
• Assist with the various audits (financial, tax, 409A valuation, etc.) by preparing various documentation as requested by the auditors.
• Support tax filings, including sales tax, payroll tax, and corporate tax compliance.
• Assist with cashflow forecasting.
• Compute monthly sales commissions.
• Maintain fixed asset records, calculate depreciation, and track capital expenditures.
• Be the backup for invoicing, collections, credit card processing.
• Identify opportunities to enhance financial processes and implement best practices.
• Assist with accounting system migration.
• Perform various ad‑hoc tasks as needed.

What will you bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or business administration.
• 5+ years of relevant accounting experience with a strong focus on general ledger functions.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, etc.).
• Strong attention to detail and good analytical skills.
• Clear and concise communication of financial information.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Sound work ethic and organizational skills; coachable and eager to learn.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision and contribute to the team.
• Service‑oriented mindset for interacting with team members, sales team, events team, and clients.
• Experience with Xero Accounting System is desired but not required.
• Experience with Salesforce is desired but not required.

Location

Boston, MA