Job Description
Job Description
We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to support core accounting and financial reporting activities for a banking or financial services environment in Framingham, Massachusetts. This role partners closely with finance leadership to manage close processes, prepare accurate reports, strengthen reconciliations, and improve the efficiency of accounting operations. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
For Immediate interview Please contact Victor Muller at 508 205 2136
Responsibilities:
• Prepare internal financial reports and complete external regulatory filings with a high level of accuracy and timeliness.
• Perform detailed reconciliations of general ledger accounts, investigate variances, and resolve discrepancies promptly.
• Record and post month-end journal entries to support an efficient and well-documented close process.
• Contribute to budgeting, forecasting, and financial variance analysis by compiling data and identifying key trends.
• Assist with the calculation and documentation of the allowance for credit losses and related supporting schedules.
• Review financial information on a recurring basis to confirm completeness, consistency, and compliance with reporting standards.
• Create and maintain process documentation, operating procedures, and troubleshooting guidance for accounting activities.
• Assess existing workflows and recommend process or system improvements that enhance accuracy, control, and productivity.
• Support internal and external audit requests by organizing schedules, preparing documentation, and responding to inquiries.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
• At least 4 years of experience in accounting or finance; a CPA or CMA is advantageous but not required.
• Previous experience within a bank, credit union, financial institution, or in auditing financial institutions.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and practical application of accounting principles in a regulated environment.
• Demonstrated skill in month-end close, general ledger activity, journal entries, and account reconciliations.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and solid working knowledge of other Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience with accounting platforms such as Oracle, AvidXchange, BlackLine, or Sageworks is preferred.
• Strong communication, analytical, and organizational skills, with the ability to explain financial information to non-financial stakeholders.