Verdolino & Lowey, PC Hiring For Accountant Office/Manager at Cambridge, MA Full Time

Accountant Office/Manager Job Description

Growth-oriented Cambridge, MA-based company is looking for a Accountant/Office Manager with 3+ years of experience in an accounting capacity. The expected work schedule is 30 – 40 hours per week.

The position will require the candidate to be onsite most days overseeing the accounting function and assist the business owner in managing the day-to-day operations. Familiarity and computer proficiency with Microsoft Excel and QuickBooks is required. The candidate must be detail-oriented with strong organizational skills. Must be able to interact with company clients and other stakeholders inside and outside the organization, while managing multiple priorities. The ideal candidate will have the ability to look analytically at the tasks assigned and offer suggestions for improvement where necessary.

Responsibilities will include account reconciliations, data entry, report generation, and maintenance of internal controls and data integrity routines. The accountant must maintain a working knowledge of each client’s asset mix and specific reporting needs.

Role & Responsibilities

• Preparation of monthly and periodic reports. Review for accuracy
• Ensures the integrity of accounting information by recording, verifying, consolidating, and entering transactions into QuickBooks general ledger software
• Manage daily cash and prepare cash-flow reports, projecting cash needs at weekly and monthly intervals.
• Oversee creation of the annual budget and forecasts and monitor them on a monthly basis.
• Ensure financial records are maintained in compliance with accepted accounting policies and procedures
• Prepare and process payroll
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree is preferred
• 3+ years of related experience
• Experience with QuickBooks or similar G/L software
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Advanced knowledge of bookkeeping and accounting best practices
• Analytical ability to develop and implement improvements or recommendations
• Attention to detail

Key Success Factors

• Able to multitask and prioritize a variety of tasks daily
• Consistently pay attention to detail
• Work well in a fast-paced environment
• Able to meet established deadlines
• Develop a sense of ownership over assigned tasks and clients
• Willingness to assist co-workers on projects as needed
• Self-motivated with a willingness to learn
• Demonstrate ability to be flexible and adapt to a changing work environment
• Sound judgment and problem-solving ability
• The company offers a competitive salary and benefits package.