Accountant

Title: Accountant

Location: Boston, MA

Remote/Hybrid/Onsite: Hybrid

Position Type: Contract, possible temp-to-perm

Duration: 12+ months

Rate: $45.00 - $48.00/hr

ROLE OVERVIEW:

Finance Division is focused on bringing together different backgrounds, experience and talents to deliver world class service. If you are a driven self-starter, client-focused, and eager to contribute to a leading Global Financial Services firm, please apply.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support month-end accounting process by preparing journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations and financial reports.

• Analyze financial data and provide variance analysis to identify trends and potential areas of improvement.

• Ensure internal controls practices comply with Sarbanes-Oxley, internal policy and any other applicable rules and regulations.

• Provide support to internal and external interim and year-end audits.

• Assist with special projects and ad hoc financial analysis as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Preferred Bachelor's degree in Accounting.

• Desired 1-2 years of relevant accounting experience, preferably in the financial services industry.

• Strong understanding of accounting principles and practices.

• Solid understanding of internal controls.

• Preferred strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

• Experience with SAP general ledger software and Hyperion Essbase a plus.

• Desired strong communication, organizational, and analytical skills.

• Flexibility to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team.