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Sr. Accountant

Robert Half Finance & Accounting

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Compensation
No compensation found
Location
Framingham, MA
Work Authorization
US work authorization required

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

CPACMABachelor's degree

Job overview

Robert Half Finance & Accounting is hiring a Sr. Accountant. This Senior Accountant role supports core accounting and financial reporting activities for a banking or financial services environment. The position involves managing close processes, preparing accurate reports, strengthening reconciliations, and improving accounting operations efficiency. The ideal candidate possesses strong technical accounting knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

Key focus areas include Prepare internal financial reports and complete external regulatory filings., Perform detailed reconciliations of general ledger accounts., and Investigate variances and resolve discrepancies promptly..

Successful candidates bring Bachelor’s Degree In Accounting Or Finance, 4+ Years Experience In Accounting Or Finance, and Experience Within A Bank. Important skills include Technical Accounting Knowledge, Sound Judgment, Prepare Internal Financial Reports, Complete External Regulatory Filings, Detailed Reconciliations Of General Ledger Accounts, and Investigate Variances.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Technical Accounting KnowledgeSound JudgmentPrepare Internal Financial ReportsComplete External Regulatory FilingsDetailed Reconciliations of General Ledger AccountsInvestigate VariancesResolve DiscrepanciesRecord Month-End Journal EntriesPost Month-End Journal EntriesBudgetingForecastingFinancial Variance AnalysisCompile DataIdentify Key TrendsCalculate Allowance for Credit LossesDocument Allowance for Credit LossesReview Financial InformationCreate Process DocumentationMaintain Process DocumentationCreate Operating ProceduresMaintain Operating ProceduresCreate Troubleshooting GuidanceMaintain Troubleshooting GuidanceAssess Existing WorkflowsRecommend Process ImprovementsRecommend System ImprovementsSupport Internal Audit RequestsSupport External Audit RequestsOrganize SchedulesPrepare DocumentationRespond to InquiriesGAAPPractical Application of Accounting PrinciplesMonth-End CloseGeneral Ledger ActivityAccount ReconciliationsExcelMicrosoft OfficeCommunicationAnalyticalOrganizational SkillsExplain Financial Information to Non-Financial StakeholdersOracleAvidXchangeBlackLineSageworks

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance4+ Years Experience in Accounting or FinanceExperience Within a BankExperience Within a Credit UnionExperience Within a Financial InstitutionExperience in Auditing Financial InstitutionsLegally Authorized to Work in the United StatesCPACMA

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
401(k) Match

Full job description

Description

We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to support core accounting and financial reporting activities for a banking or financial services environment in Framingham, Massachusetts. This role partners closely with finance leadership to manage close processes, prepare accurate reports, strengthen reconciliations, and improve the efficiency of accounting operations. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

For Immediate interview Please contact Victor Muller at 508 205 2136

Responsibilities:

  • Prepare internal financial reports and complete external regulatory filings with a high level of accuracy and timeliness.

  • Perform detailed reconciliations of general ledger accounts, investigate variances, and resolve discrepancies promptly.

  • Record and post month-end journal entries to support an efficient and well-documented close process.

  • Contribute to budgeting, forecasting, and financial variance analysis by compiling data and identifying key trends.

  • Assist with the calculation and documentation of the allowance for credit losses and related supporting schedules.

  • Review financial information on a recurring basis to confirm completeness, consistency, and compliance with reporting standards.

  • Create and maintain process documentation, operating procedures, and troubleshooting guidance for accounting activities.

  • Assess existing workflows and recommend process or system improvements that enhance accuracy, control, and productivity.

  • Support internal and external audit requests by organizing schedules, preparing documentation, and responding to inquiries.

Requirements • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.

  • At least 4 years of experience in accounting or finance; a CPA or CMA is advantageous but not required.

  • Previous experience within a bank, credit union, financial institution, or in auditing financial institutions.

  • Strong knowledge of GAAP and practical application of accounting principles in a regulated environment.

  • Demonstrated skill in month-end close, general ledger activity, journal entries, and account reconciliations.

  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and solid working knowledge of other Microsoft Office applications.

  • Experience with accounting platforms such as Oracle, AvidXchange, BlackLine, or Sageworks is preferred.

  • Strong communication, analytical, and organizational skills, with the ability to explain financial information to non-financial stakeholders.

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.

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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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