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Staff Accountant

Job in Newton, Middlesex County, Massachusetts, 02165, USA
Listing for: Foley
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-09-15
Job specializations:
  • Accounting
    Financial Reporting
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 65000 - 80000 USD Yearly USD 65000.00 80000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Foley is looking for a Staff Accountant to support and strengthen our accounting operations. Reporting to the Corporate Controller, this role will assist with core close activities, build strong reconciliations, and help the accounting team continue to scale.

This is a great opportunity for someone early in their accounting career who wants to build on their strong foundation of GAAP fundamentals while learning from an experienced team in a high-volume high-energy environment. You'll perform core accounting operations and develop skills and business knowledge to take on more.

What you'll do Support Core Accounting Operations
  • Play an important role in month-end close processes, including preparing journal entries and analyzing account activity
  • Perform monthly cash reconciliations and account reconciliations
  • Assist with revenue recognition and deferred revenue accounting under the guidance of senior team members
  • Support audits by maintaining accurate and organized documentation and analysis
Build Strong Processes
  • Leverage AI and other tools to continuously improve accounting processes
  • Suggest and implement improvements to internal controls and documentation
  • Contribute to a reliable, high-quality operating rhythm on the accounting team
Improve Data & Reporting
  • Analyze data and enhance reporting to support business decision making
  • Partner with teammates to ensure information is accurate and complete
Who You Are
  • You have a degree in Accounting, Finance or related field
  • 1-2 years of accounting experience, including internships
  • Solid understanding of GAAP fundamentals
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
  • Proficiency in Excel (formulas, pivot tables, basic data analysis)
  • Curious to develop a deep understanding of our business and industry
  • Clear communication skills and eagerness to collaborate across teams
  • A proactive mindset and strong follow-through on assigned tasks
Nice-to-haves
  • Exposure to ERP systems such as Net Suite, GP, or similar platforms
  • Coursework or interest in process improvement or workflow automation

    Progress toward or interest in pursuing a CPA
  • Familiarity with ASC 606 Revenue Recognition guidance compliance
You might thrive in this role if...
  • You're early in your career and eager to build a strong technical foundation
  • You enjoy following structured processes and take pride in accuracy
  • You're coachable and welcome feedback
  • You're curious and ask questions when something doesn't make sense
  • You take pride in being a reliable teammate others can depend on
  • You're comfortable in an environment where processes continue to mature
Location:

This role is hybrid from our Boston office.

About Us

At Foley, we’re reimagining how safety-sensitive industries hire, stay compliant, and manage risk. We’ve evolved into a modern SaaS company with an all-in-one, AI-ready platform that helps transportation, construction, distribution, and utility businesses operate faster, smarter, and safer.

As we continue to grow, we’re looking for curious, strategic thinkers who thrive in complexity, are motivated by making an impact, and want to join a team that’s passionate about building great products and supporting customers. Our core values — Teammateship, Grit, and Innovation — guide everything we do. Whether we’re collaborating internal or helping customers, we approach every challenge with optimism, humor, and a shared commitment to success.

Benefits
  • Foley offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) with company match, paid time off and holidays, wellness programs, and an employee assistance program.
Equal Employment Opportunity

Foley is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All…

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