Sr. Accountant

We are looking for a detail-oriented Sr. Accountant to join our team on a Contract basis in Westborough, Massachusetts. This role will support core accounting operations with a strong emphasis on monthly close activities, balance sheet accuracy, and financial compliance. The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience with fixed assets, debt accounting, and indirect tax matters, along with the ability to strengthen processes and work effectively in Epicor and Excel.

Responsibilities:

• Lead monthly close activities, including preparing and posting journal entries and helping ensure timely, accurate financial reporting.
• Maintain the general ledger by reviewing account activity, resolving discrepancies, and supporting the integrity of financial records.
• Perform account reconciliations and bank reconciliations, investigating variances and following through on outstanding items.
• Oversee fixed asset accounting, including capitalization, depreciation tracking, and reconciliation of related balances.
• Support accounting for debt obligations by monitoring activity, recording transactions, and assisting with related reporting requirements.
• Manage sales tax processes by reviewing transactions, supporting filings, and helping maintain compliance with applicable regulations.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting workflows, strengthen controls, and increase efficiency across routine procedures.
• Use ERP and advanced Excel skills to analyze financial data, prepare schedules, and support recurring accounting deliverables.
• Demonstrated experience in senior-level accounting roles with responsibility for month-end close and general ledger activities.
• Strong background in preparing journal entries, reconciling accounts, and resolving accounting discrepancies.
• Hands-on experience with fixed assets, including depreciation and balance sheet support.
• Familiarity with debt-related accounting and the ability to manage associated financial records accurately.
• Working knowledge of sales tax processes and compliance requirements.
• Proficiency in bank reconciliations and other cash-related accounting procedures.
• Experience using ERP and Excel to support accounting analysis, reporting, and daily operations.