General Ledger Accountant Salary in Woburn, MA

Perm Staff Accountant RoleON site Woburn, MaM-F 8-4:30PM or 8:30-5PM37 ½ hours$65K- $70KOur client in Woburn, Ma an established insurance agency is looking for a permanent Staff Accountant to Join their team in Woburn, Ma. The Staff Accountant will report to the Controller and CFO and be responsible for assisting with entering journal entries, Debits, Credits, Receivables, Bank Deposits, Commissions and Reconciling Commissions, and Generating Commission ReportsAdditional Duties:Maintain and update accounting records and filesPost transactions and categorize records in the general ledger Reconcile bank statementsAnalyze transactions with internal and external stakeholdersAssist with month-end and year-end closuresPrepare documents for auditsApply new accounting policies and ensure compliance with rules and regulationsReport to the Accounting Manager and work to improve financial processesRequirements:Two years Accounting ExperienceExcellent use of Microsoft Office Word and Excel; very good with spreadsheetsKnowledge of an accounting information system is a plusAttention to detailStrong organizational and communication skillsConfidentiality and integrityBS in accountingAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

Job Summary: As a senior accountant, you will play a key role in managing the financial health of our organization. You will be responsible for overseeing financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting activities, as well as ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulations. Additionally, you will collaborate with other departments to provide financial insights and support strategic decision-making.Responsibilities:Prepare and analyze financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements.Manage the month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting.Conduct variance analysis and provide explanations for variances to budget and forecasts.Assist in the development of annual budgets and forecasts, working closely with departmental managers to gather input and ensure alignment with organizational goals.Review and reconcile general ledger accounts, ensuring accuracy and completeness of financial data.Collaborate with internal and external auditors during audits, providing documentation and explanations as needed.Stay up-to-date on accounting regulations and standards, ensuring compliance with GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles) and other relevant guidelines.Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement best practices to streamline accounting procedures.Assist in the preparation of tax returns and compliance with tax regulations.Mentor and train junior staff members, providing guidance on accounting principles and procedures.Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field. Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in accounting or finance roles Thorough understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting standards.Proficiency in accounting software and MS Excel; experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) is a plus.

Parker Chomerics, a Fortune 250 company, is solving the world's greatest engineering challenges and driving the future of electronics technology. Parker Chomerics is a world leader in the development and manufacture of high-quality products that enable engineering breakthroughs for a cleaner and more sustainable world, including thermal interface materials, EMI shielding solutions, electrical grounding products, and conductive and non-conductive injection molded plastics.Building on 100 years in business, we strive to balance evolving our business while strengthening the communities we operate in and prioritizing our employees' well-being. We are committed to maintaining an inclusive, caring, and friendly work environment, and we support career advancement through continued education, skill development, and regional and global advancement opportunities. If you're looking for a fast-paced, collaborative environment where you can be at the cutting edge of engineering solutions, we can't wait to meet you.Position SummaryApplies principles of accounting to analyze diverse and complex financial information and prepares financial reports. Responsible for the accuracy, integrity, control and timeliness of financial reports, analyses, systems, and processes.The position involves the development of budgets, forecasts, cost information and financial control to assure the best return on investment. Provides expertise in resolving issues, improving processes or creating new methods.Scope/Supervision and InteractionThe Plant Accountant reports directly to the Accounting Manager, in the Division HQ. Works closely with the Division Accounting Department and Corporate Accounting Department in order to maintain corporate and divisional policies and practices. The responsibility requires a close working relationship with all departments within the plant to accomplish objectives in the accounting department.Essential FunctionsPrepares general ledger, asset, liability, and capital account entries by compiling and analyzing moderately complex account information.Responsible for maintaining accuracy / reconciling various Divisional Balance Sheet accounts.Assist in completion of reports required by the Division or Corporate on a daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual basisProvide local management with financial or statistical information to enable them to improve and control their operationsAssist in updating, maintaining, and enhancing the Division's and Plant location's internal controls so that the future financial, internal control, and Sarbanes-Oxley audits are in compliance.Responsible for the plant asset inventory controls, including physical inventory coordination and fixed asset maintenance.Participates in continuous improvements activities and provides suggestions for cost reduction and improved efficiency without comprising proper internal controlsAnswers accounting procedure questions by researching and interpreting accounting policy and regulations.Perform additional duties and special projects as necessary. Qualifications U.S. Citizenship or have U.S. Permanent Resident Status required. Bachelor's degree in accounting required. Two to four years accounting experience in manufacturing environment required. Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Power Point, Word) Ability to effectively communicate with internal and external customers. Ability to work in a Team environment and to be a Team player. Familiarity with Power BI and Alteryx preferred.Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. However, U.S. Citizenship, Permanent Residency or other appropriate status is required for certain positions, in accord with U.S. import & export regulations.("Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / VEVRAA Federal Contractor")If you would like more information about Equal Employment Opportunity as an applicant under the law, please go to Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal (eeoc.gov) and Genetic Information Discrimination