Staff Accountant

Ebi Consulting; New Jersey; On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Bonus potential

Job summary

EBI Consulting is seeking a Staff Accountant to support general ledger activities, month-end close, and revenue recognition. This role offers hands-on experience in a project-based services business and reporting to the Director of Accounting.

The position is hybrid, with three days on-site at our Burlington, MA location, near Boston. Ideal candidates have 2–3 years of accounting experience, strong Excel skills, and GAAP knowledge.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 2–3 years of accounting experience with GL and month-end close.
• Experience with journal entries and reconciliations.
• Knowledge of revenue recognition; project-based experience helpful.
• Strong Excel and accounting systems experience; NetSuite a plus.
• GAAP knowledge and ability to explain variances.
• Payroll or treasury experience is a plus.
• Attention to detail and deadline-driven work.

Responsibilities

• General Ledger and Month-End Close: post journal entries with documentation.
• Prepare balance sheet reconciliations and research variances.
• Support month-end close and analyze account activity.
• Maintain GL coding and schedules with accounting team.
• Revenue Recognition: review contracts, billing, and data.
• Prepare revenue reconciliations and resolve differences.
• Coordinate with AP/AR to resolve postings and cash apps.
• Assist with payroll-related accounting entries and treasury reporting.
• Support ad hoc accounting projects and leadership requests.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Excel skills

NetSuite

Payroll experience

Communication

Education

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

Tools

NetSuite

Job description

For more than 35 years, EBI Consulting has helped clients solve complex challenges and unlock greater value from their assets. What sets us apart is not only the depth of our technical expertise, but also the breadth of services we provide across the entire building and asset lifecycle. We take the time to understand each client’s unique goals, delivering tailored solutions, actionable insights, and customized reporting that go beyond what traditional environmental and engineering consulting firms typically offer. Whether our clients are acquiring, developing, operating, or divesting assets, they rely on EBI as a trusted partner to reduce risk, navigate complexity, and maximize long-term value.

Position Summary

EBI Consulting is seeking a Staff Accountant to support general ledger activities, month-end close, and revenue recognition. In this role, you will prepare journal entries and account reconciliations, help analyze project revenue, and work with the accounting team to maintain accurate financial records. The position offers hands‑on experience across a project‑based services business and opportunities to develop your accounting skills.

This position reports directly to the Director of Accounting and will be a hybrid role, with the expectation of three days per week on‑site in our Burlington, MA corporate headquarters. Therefore, candidates will need to be geographically close to Burlington, MA and comfortable working in a hybrid environment to be considered.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• General Ledger and Month-End Close:
• Prepare and post journal entries with appropriate supporting documentation.
• Prepare assigned balance sheet account reconciliations, research differences and follow through on open items.
• Support monthly close by reviewing account activity, investigating variances, and completing assigned tasks on schedule.
• Help maintain accurate general ledger coding and supporting schedules in coordination with the accounting team.
• Revenue Recognition:
• Run weekly revenue processes in the system and review results for unusual or unexpected changes.
• Assist with project level revenue recognition reviews, including research into contract, billing, and project data.
• Prepare revenue reconciliations and help resolve differences with guidance from the Director of Accounting.
• Cross-Functional Coordination:
• Work with accounts payable and accounts receivable teams to research transactions and resolve general ledger coding or cash application questions.
• Provide financial information and supporting schedules for reporting, audit requests, and other accounting projects.
• Process Improvement and Additional Support:
• Help document and improve recurring close and reconciliation procedures.
• As needed, assist with payroll related accounting entries, cash activity, or treasury reporting.
• Assisting leadership with ad hoc assignments and requests.

Qualifications and Capabilities

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 2‑3 years of accounting experience, including hands‑on general ledger and month‑end close work.
• Experience preparing journal entries and balance sheet account reconciliations.
• Familiarity with revenue recognition; project‑based or professional services experience is a plus.
• Strong Excel skills and comfort working with accounting systems; NetSuite experience is a plus.
• Working knowledge of GAAP and an ability to research and explain account variances.
• Experience with payroll processing or treasury activities is a plus.
• Attention to detail, clear communication, and the ability to meet close deadlines while working with others.

Application Disclaimer

At EBI, we cultivate a welcoming and collaborative culture. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and encourage diverse candidates to apply. We do not discriminateagainst qualified individuals based on their status as a protected veteran or individuals with disabilities, nor do we discriminate based on sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, gender identity, gender expression, or sexual orientation. All vendors are expected to maintain a working environment free from discrimination or harassment.

The reasonable estimate of the salary range for this position is $55,000 - $70,000. The salary range describes the minimum to maximum base salary range for this position across applicable US locations. This position may also be eligible for a bonus whereby total compensation may exceed base salary depending on individual performance. The actual compensation offered will be based on a range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to; geographic location, work experience, education, licensure requirements, knowledge, skills/level, qualifications and budget. For an overview of our benefits, please refer to our website.

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