Description Seeking a position in the accounting field near the Bedford, Massachusetts area? Apply now for Robert Half's Senior Accountant role. Thrive in your career and expand your knowledge by working with a fast-growing company. Apply today, as this position needs to be filled swiftly. This is a long-term contract / temporary opportunity in the IT Software field.

Your responsibilities

Achieve compliance with corporate accounting policies and procedures and controls by working with business partners

Ad-hoc projects as required

Execute monthly accounting close procedures and deliverables (journal entries, reconciliations, reports) in compliance with GAAP

Participate in various department-wide initiatives

Arrange monthly consolidated P L and Balance Sheet flux analysis for management reporting

Continually improve the automation of the accounting and reporting process

Assist in coordinating quarterly reviews and testing with internal and external auditors

Prepare Balance Sheet account reconciliations

Review financial results (benchmarks, trends, performance metrics) Requirements - Self-driven motivator who takes initiative on projects with a strong ability to understand and solve creative challenges

BA/BS in Accounting, CPA credentials are desired

Revenue Recognition Accounting experience

Knowledge of Month-end Journal Entries

Deep understanding of Oracle

Highly organized, attentive, has a sense of urgency, flexible and able to deal with frequent interruptions and changing priorities

SEC reporting and SOX compliance is a plus

Minimum 5-7 years of overall general accounting experience

Demonstrated ability in strong analytical, quantitative and social skills

Attentive, ability to work independently and prioritize tasks

Demonstrated ability to work in a dynamic and constantly changing company environment

Experience with ERP systems

A strong track record of communicating, both verbally and in writing, with functional department managers

Ability to prioritize work and balance multiple projects and deadlines

Aptitude for analyzing financial data and generating accurate reports in a timely manner

Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.

All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

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