Staff Accountant

Cobalt Service Partners

Cobalt Service Partners buys and builds leading access solutions businesses that install and maintain essentials like commercial doors, overhead doors, security gates, access control systems, video surveillance systems, and more. Through its commitment to people, technology, and stewardship, Cobalt offers founders a long‑term home for their business that they can feel proud of. Securing Legacies, Unlocking Possibility.

We are seeking a detail‑oriented Staff Accountant who thrives in a hands‑on environment. This role will play a key part in supporting accounting operations, including month‑end close, reporting, reconciliations, and process improvements. The ideal candidate enjoys rolling up their sleeves across multiple accounting areas, thrives in a fast‑paced environment, and wants exposure to a growing acquisitive platform.

This position provides excellent career development opportunities, with direct visibility into the business’s financial operations and the chance to contribute meaningfully to its continued success. This is an in‑office role (Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm), located in Waltham, MA.

• Support accounts receivable (collections, overdue follow‑up) and accounts payable/vendor management in partnership with procurement.
• Perform monthly reconciliations (e.g., bank, credit cards) and prepare journal entries (prepaid expenses, deferred revenue, inventory, WIP, accruals).
• Assist in the preparation of financial statements, reports, and variance analysis; provide clear explanations of results to stakeholders.
• Partner with the Accounting Manager to maintain compliance with internal controls, update policies/procedures, and identify process improvements.
• Manage fixed asset records and depreciation schedules.
• Support external audits with account analyses and documentation.
• Assist with ad‑hoc reporting and finance projects as needed.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 2+ years of accounting experience (public or private).
• Strong understanding of GAAP and month‑end close processes.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; ERP experience (Quick Books, Sage / Inova is a plus).
• Excellent organizational and time‑management skills.
• Strong communication skills with a collaborative, team‑oriented mindset.

• Detail‑oriented and highly organized.
• Self‑starter with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Comfortable working in a dynamic, entrepreneurial environment.
• Team player who values accuracy, accountability, and efficiency.
• Base salary of $70,000 - 80,000 per year, depending on experience.
• Three weeks of PTO (including sick time) in year one.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off for major holidays.
• Laptop and phone/cell phone stipend provided.
• Ongoing training and development.

We are an equal‑opportunity employer. As set forth in Cobalt Service Partners’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.