Staff Accountant I

Byrna-Technologies; Andover (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Byrna Technologies, based in Andover, MA, seeks a Staff Accountant I to ensure accuracy, integrity, and timely financial reporting across the organization. This role oversees general accounting activities, strengthens controls, supports compliance, and partners cross-functionally to improve processes and inform business decisions.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance and at least two years of accounting experience, with strong GAAP knowledge, Excel proficiency,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or closely related field.
• Minimum of two years of accounting experience.
• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and internal controls.
• Experience with NetSuite or comparable ERP system.
• General knowledge of corporate tax compliance; Avalara a plus.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate across functions.

Responsibilities

• Prepare journal entries and maintain the general ledger across subsidiaries.
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts for accuracy and proper classification.
• Prepare variance analyses and ad hoc financial reports.
• Support internal and external audits and Form 10-Q filings.
• Maintain schedules for property tax and sales/use tax filings.
• Coordinate with external tax preparers for timely filings.
• Provide AR backup for invoicing and payments.
• Contribute to special projects improving accounting processes and efficiency.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Analytical skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field

Tools

NetSuite ERP

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Avalara

Job description

Company OverviewByrna Technologies specializes in the development and manufacture of the most advanced security devices on the market. The company has grown from a startup to explosive and sustained sales growth due to introduction of uniquely effective flagship products for home and personal defense that can deter, disorient, and disarm would-be attackers. A solution for personal protection, our products are the safer alternative to traditional firearms.Position Summary:The Staff Accountant I will play a key role in ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and timely reporting of financial information across the organization. This position will oversee critical general accounting activities, strengthen financial controls, support compliance and reporting requirements, and partner cross-functionally to improve accounting processes and inform business decisions.Key Responsibilities:1. General Ledger Management:Prepare journal entries and maintain the general ledger accounts of various cash and deposits in transit accounts, fixed assets, accrued expenses, sales and use tax, and equity across all subsidiaries.Support month-end and year-end close processes.2. Balance Sheet Reconciliations:Reconcile balance sheet accounts to ensure accuracy, completeness, and proper classification.3. Financial Reporting:Prepare variance analyses and account reconciliations as needed.Generate ad hoc financial reports to support management decision-making.4. Compliance and Auditing Support:Support internal and external audits by preparing required documentation and coordinating departmental responses to audit requests.Ensure compliance with GAAP and company accounting policies.Assist with the preparation of quarterly footnotes and supporting documentation for Form 10-Q filings, as requested.5. Property Tax Management:Maintain a schedule of property tax filing deadlines.Prepare supporting documentation and file property tax returns, as applicable.6. Sales & Use Tax Management:Maintain a comprehensive schedule of monthly, quarterly, and annual tax filing deadlines and license renewals.Coordinate with external tax preparers to facilitate timely and accurate filings.Facilitate tax portal login credentials and communicate changes as needed7. Accounts Receivable:Provide backup support for payment processing and the issuance of customer invoices and credit memos.8. Ad Hoc Analysis and Projects:Contribute to special projects that improve accounting processes, systems, and operational efficiency.Perform financial analyses to support informed business decision-making.Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a closely related field.Minimum of two years of accounting experience, preferably within a manufacturing or product-based organization.Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP, general accounting principles, financial reporting, and internal controls.Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word and experience with NetSuite or a comparable ERP system.General knowledge of corporate tax compliance, including the ability to coordinate multi-state and federal tax activities with external tax preparers; experience with Avalara or comparable tax automation software preferred.Exceptional analytical, organizational, and communication skills.Ability to exercise sound judgment, manage competing priorities, work independently, and collaborate effectively across functions in a dynamic environment.