Staff Accountant

The Bolton Group; South Burlington (VT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Bolton Group in South Burlington, VT is seeking a detail-oriented accounting professional to lead financial reporting, project accounting, A/P, A/R, payroll, and budgeting.

This hands-on role collaborates with leadership and project teams to ensure accurate data, timely closes, variance analysis, and strategic forecasting.

Candidates should have a Bachelor's in Accounting and at least 1 year of experience, with GAAP knowledge and proficiency in ERP systems and Excel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting is required.
• 1+ years of accounting experience preferred (internships count).
• Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting.
• Proficiency in ERP/accounting systems and Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Financial Reporting & Analysis: prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual statements.
• General Ledger & Close: lead month-end and year-end close processes.
• Budgeting & Forecasting: assist with budgets and forecasts, analyze variances.
• Job Costing & Project Accounting: track project costs and profitability.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Financial reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

ERP Systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented accounting professional to join our growing team. This role will oversee key accounting functions, including financial reporting, project accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and budgeting/forecasting.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on team player with strong technical accounting knowledge and an ability to work in a collaborative, high-trust environment alongside leadership and project management teams.

Responsibilities

• Financial Reporting & Analysis
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
• Perform variance analysis and recommend corrective actions
• Provide financial reporting, analysis, and forecasting support
• Assist leadership with financial insights and decision-making

• General Ledger & Close Process
• Review and reconcile balance sheet accounts monthly
• Manage intercompany and internal transactions
• Lead month-end and year-end close processes
• Ensure accuracy and integrity of financial data

• Budgeting & Forecasting
• Assist with annual budgets and quarterly forecasts
• Monitor actual results against budget and analyze variances
• Support strategic planning initiatives
• Partner with project managers on project budgets and forecasting

• Job Costing & Project Accounting
• Track and analyze xzgxqkn job costs across construction projects
• Partner with project managers to ensure accurate billing and profitability tracking
• Prepare project margin analysis and revenue recognition reporting

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required
• 1+ years of accounting experience preferred (internships count)
• Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting
• Proficiency in ERP/accounting systems and Microsoft Excel