Staff Accountant

Manning Personnel Group, Inc.; Concord (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Tech Firm in Massachusetts is seeking an experienced Staff Accountant to ensure timely and accurate financial accounting data that supports the accounting team in a fast-paced environment.

The role involves journal entries, reconciliations, close processes, budgeting, audits, and cross-functional collaboration with FP&A and Operations. Strong US GAAP, Excel, and ERP experience are essential; CPA is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 2+ years of professional accounting experience, preferably in tech/SaaS.
• Strong US GAAP knowledge.
• Advanced Excel skills (VLOOKUP, pivots).
• Experience with ERP systems such as NetSuite, Oracle, or SAP.
• CPA license or active progress toward CPA preferred.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review journal entries, reconciliations, and financial statements per GAAP.
• Assist month-end and year-end close processes with deadlines met.
• Manage accounts receivable, payable, and general ledger maintenance.
• Perform variance analyses on income and balance sheet accounts.
• Support audits by gathering requested schedules and records.
• Assist in budgets, forecasts, and financial modeling.
• Collaborate with FP&A and Operations to streamline workflows and resolve discrepancies.
• Maintain SOX compliance within a tech-driven environment.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

Excel

NetSuite

Oracle

SAP

Job description

We are partnering with a fantastic technology firm that is targeting a experienced Staff Accountant. This individual will be responsible for timely and accurate preparation of financial accounting data in a variety of areas. It is essential that this candidate brings analytical and organizational skills in order to best support the accounting team. They have a wonderful culture and are looking to hire as soon as possible. This is a permanent, onsite position!

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial statements in compliance with GAAP.
• Assist with the month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring all deadlines are met accurately.
• Manage accounts receivable, accounts payable, billing, and general ledger maintenance.
• Perform variance analysis on income and balance sheet accounts to identify discrepancies and report findings to management.
• Support internal and external audits by gathering requested documentation, schedules, and financial records.
• Assist in the preparation of annual budgets, periodic forecasts, and financial modeling.
• Collaborate cross-functional teams (such as FP&A and Operations) to streamline financial workflows and resolve discrepancies.
• Maintain compliance with corporate accounting policies, internal controls, and SOX requirements in a tech-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 2+ of professional accounting experience and or public experience, preferably within a fast-paced technology, software, or SaaS environment.
• Strong working knowledge of US GAAP and core accounting principles.
• Proficiency in advanced Excel (VLOOKUPs, pivot tables) and experience with enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems like NetSuite, Oracle, or SAP.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and attention-to-detail skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively across departments.
• CPA license or active progress toward obtaining a CPA is strongly preferred.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.