Staff Accountant

foley; United States; Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Wellness programs

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Foley is seeking a Staff Accountant to support and strengthen our accounting operations from our hybrid Boston office. You will assist with month-end close, reconciliations, and revenue recognition under guidance from senior team members.

This role is ideal for someone early in their accounting career who wants to build on GAAP fundamentals while learning from an experienced team in a high-volume environment. You will gain skills to scale with the company and take on more responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 1–2 years of accounting experience (internships count).
• Solid understanding of GAAP fundamentals.

Responsibilities

• Assist with month-end close processes including journal entries and account activity analysis.
• Perform monthly cash and account reconciliations.
• Support revenue recognition and deferred revenue accounting under supervision.
• Maintain documentation to support audits and analyses.

Skills

GAAP fundamentals

Attention to detail

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

NetSuite

GP

Excel

Job description

Foley is looking for a Staff Accountant to support and strengthen our accounting operations. Reporting to the Corporate Controller, this role will assist with core close activities, build strong reconciliations, and help the accounting team continue to scale.

This is a great opportunity for someone early in their accounting career who wants to build on their strong foundation of GAAP fundamentals while learning from an experienced team in a high-volume high-energy environment. You'll perform core accounting operations and develop skills and business knowledge to take on more.

What you'll do

Support Core Accounting Operations

• Play an important role in month-end close processes, including preparing journal entries and analyzing account activity
• Perform monthly cash reconciliations and account reconciliations
• Assist with revenue recognition and deferred revenue accounting under the guidance of senior team members
• Support audits by maintaining accurate and organized documentation and analysis

Build Strong Processes

• Leverage AI and other tools to continuously improve accounting processes
• Suggest and implement improvements to internal controls and documentation
• Contribute to a reliable, high-quality operating rhythm on the accounting team

Improve Data & Reporting

• Analyze data and enhance reporting to support business decision making
• Partner with teammates to ensure information is accurate and complete

Who You Are

• You have a degree in Accounting, Finance or related field
• 1-2 years of accounting experience, including internships
• Solid understanding of GAAP fundamentals
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Proficiency in Excel (formulas, pivot tables, basic data analysis)
• Curious to develop a deep understanding of our business and industry
• Clear communication skills and eagerness to collaborate across teams
• A proactive mindset and strong follow-through on assigned tasks

Nice-to-haves

• Exposure to ERP systems such as NetSuite, GP, or similar platforms
• Coursework or interest in process improvement or workflow automation
• Progress toward or interest in pursuing a CPA
• Familiarity with ASC 606 Revenue Recognition guidance compliance

You might thrive in this role if...

• You're early in your career and eager to build a strong technical foundation
• You enjoy following structured processes and take pride in accuracy
• You're coachable and welcome feedback
• You're curious and ask questions when something doesn't make sense
• You take pride in being a reliable teammate others can depend on
• You're comfortable in an environment where processes continue to mature

Location: This role is hybrid from our Boston office.

About us

At Foley, we're reimagining how safety-sensitive industries hire, stay compliant, and manage risk. We've evolved into a modern SaaS company with an all-in-one, AI-ready platform that helps transportation, construction, distribution, and utility businesses operate faster, smarter, and safer.

As we continue to grow, we're looking for curious, strategic thinkers who thrive in complexity, are motivated by making an impact, and want to join a team that's passionate about building great products and supporting customers. Our core values - Teammateship, Grit, and Innovation - guide everything we do. Whether we're collaborating internally or helping customers, we approach every challenge with optimism, humor, and a shared commitment to success.

Benefits

• Foley offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) with company match, paid time off and holidays, wellness programs, and an employee assistance program.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Foley is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Reasonable Accommodations

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Employment Status

Employment with Foley is on an at-will basis. Nothing in this job posting or in future communications should be construed as a contract of employment.

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