Staff Accountant

Staff Accountant

We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support day-to-day accounting operations in Turners Falls, Massachusetts. This long-term contract position focuses on cash activity, receivables, reconciliations, and period-end accounting support while helping maintain accurate financial records. The ideal candidate brings strong general ledger knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to work across accounting functions in a deadline-driven environment.

Responsibilities:

• Record tenant payments, billing activity, and accounts receivable adjustments within the housing accounting system to keep financial data current and accurate.
• Prepare and enter journal entries related to cash receipts and other routine accounting activity in the general ledger.
• Coordinate bank deposit processing, update deposit transactions in the accounting system, and match deposit records to posted receipts.
• Reconcile cash-related general ledger accounts and complete monthly bank reconciliations, researching and resolving discrepancies promptly.
• Contribute to month-end and year-end close activities by preparing manual entries, supporting account analysis, and helping ensure timely completion of close tasks.
• Track and reconcile grant receivables and assist with financial reporting requirements for both internal teams and external parties.
• Generate recurring monthly and quarterly accounting reports, including payment and disbursement-related documentation as needed.
• Provide backup support for bookkeeping functions, assist with routine accounting tasks, and contribute to audit preparation, budget support, insurance administration, and other ad hoc finance projects.