Senior Accountant

Location:Quincy, MA – Hybrid
Department:Accounting
Reports To:Assistant Controller
FLSA Status: Exempt (Salaried)

Pay Range: $95,000 - $120,000 per year, dependent on experience

About Bay State Milling:
At Bay State Milling, we are committed to providing nutritious, sustainable, and innovative grain-based solutions. With a legacy spanning more than a century, we value teamwork, integrity, and continuous improvement. Join a team that is making a difference in the food industry — and enjoy doing meaningful work that nourishes communities.

About the Role:We are seeking a highly motivated
Senior Accountant
to join our growing Finance team. Reporting to the Assistant Controller, this role will play a critical part in ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting in accordance with
Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). You’ll be deeply involved in the month-end close, audit preparation, and driving process improvements, while also mentoring junior staff. This is a great opportunity for a detail-oriented professional who thrives in a collaborative environment and is looking to contribute meaningfully to a purpose-driven company.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and support the monthly close process to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.
• Prepare, review, and post complex and judgmental journal entries and account reconciliations.
• Ensure the general ledger reflects all financial transactions accurately and in compliance withU.S. GAAP
  .
• Assist in crafting, updating, and enforcing accounting policies and procedures.
• Support accounting system enhancements and automation projects to improve efficiency and accuracy.
• Establish and maintain effective internal controls over financial reporting.
• Collaborate cross functionally with internal teams to improve cross-functional financial processes and operational efficiency.
• Mentor and guide junior accounting team members, promoting professional growth and knowledge sharing.
• Assist with the annual financial audit, working closely with external auditors (Deloitte).
• Review system-generated financial reports for accuracy and completeness.
• Perform ad hoc financial analysis and special projects as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field (required).
• 4+ years of progressive accounting experience; public accounting experience is a plus.
• Strong knowledge ofU.S. GAAP
  ;
  CPA designation preferred
  .
• Experience with ERP systems;
  MS Dynamics/D365
  experience is a plus.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and solid knowledge of other Microsoft Office tools.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.
• High attention to detail and personal accountability.
• Positive, proactive team player with a continuous improvement mindset.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a mission-driven organization that is passionate about healthy food systems.
• Work in a collaborative environment with growth opportunities.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Make a meaningful impact on the future of food and agriculture.

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