Staff Accountant

Ledgent; Haverhill (MA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Ledgent, Inc. is seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support day-to-day accounting operations across multiple locations.

You will handle accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash management, reconciliations, journal entries, and general accounting duties in a collaborative Finance team. The ideal candidate has 1–3 years of accounting experience, a solid understanding of accounting fundamentals, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of general accounting experience.
• Solid understanding of accounting principles and procedures.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Support daily Accounts Payable operations, including invoice processing, coding, vouchering, and vendor account maintenance.
• Review, code, and enter overhead invoices for multiple locations.
• Respond to vendor inquiries and resolve invoice discrepancies.
• Reconcile vendor statements and address outstanding balances.
• Assist with check runs, wire transfers, cash management, and related reconciliations.
• Support Accounts Receivable, including aging reviews and collections assistance.
• Communicate AR concerns to internal stakeholders for resolution.
• Perform bank reconciliations and investigate reconciling items.
• Prepare and post basic journal entries.
• Assist with accounting across multiple domestic and international operations.
• Maintain accurate and organized financial records and documentation.
• Provide backup support across AP, AR, and other accounting functions.
• Assist the Financial Controller with special projects and process improvements.

Skills

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Analytical thinking

Communication

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Infor SyteLine

Microsoft Excel

Job description

We are seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join a collaborative Accounting & Finance team. This position will support day-to-day accounting operations across multiple locations, with responsibilities spanning accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash management, reconciliations, journal entries, and general accounting support. The ideal candidate has 1-3 years of general accounting experience, a solid understanding of accounting principles, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support daily Accounts Payable operations, including invoice processing, coding, vouchering, and vendor account maintenance.
• Review, code, and enter overhead invoices for multiple locations.
• Respond to vendor inquiries and research and resolve invoice or payment discrepancies.
• Reconcile vendor statements and ensure outstanding balances are addressed accurately and timely.
• Assist with check runs, wire transfers, cash management, and related reconciliations.
• Support Accounts Receivable, including reviewing aging reports, assisting with collections, and identifying outstanding account issues.
• Communicate AR concerns and discrepancies to appropriate internal stakeholders for resolution.
• Perform bank reconciliations and investigate reconciling items.
• Prepare and post basic journal entries.
• Assist with accounting activities across multiple domestic and international operations.
• Maintain accurate and organized financial records and supporting documentation.
• Provide backup support across AP, AR, and other accounting functions as needed.
• Assist the Financial Controller and accounting team with special projects and process improvements.
• Perform additional accounting responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 1-3 years of general accounting experience.
• Working knowledge of Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, general ledger accounting, reconciliations, and basic journal entries.
• Understanding of general accounting principles and procedures.
• Strong data entry skills with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience with ERP or accounting systems required; Infor SyteLine experience is a plus.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within an accounting team.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.