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Massachusetts Water Resources Authority - Chelsea, MA

posted 22 days ago

Full-time - Mid Level
Chelsea, MA
Administration of Environmental Quality Programs

About the position

The Accounting Manager is responsible for managing the general accounting functions, which include payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, activity management, asset management, cash, investments, and debt. This position works under the general supervision of the Controller and exercises direct supervision over Senior Accountants. The role involves reviewing and approving all entries to the general ledger system, supervising Senior Accountants, performing monthly general ledger closing, preparing internal financial statements, and coordinating with the Internal Audit Department and outside auditors. Additionally, the Accounting Manager prepares the Annual Financial Statements and schedules for the Annual Comprehensive Financial Reports.

Responsibilities

  • Reviews and approves all entries to the general ledger system including payroll, accounts payable and accounts receivable data.
  • Supervises Senior Accountants in fixed assets, accounts receivable, billing and general accounting.
  • Performs monthly general ledger closing and prepares internal financial statements.
  • Prepares the Annual Financial Statements.
  • Prepares schedules for Annual Comprehensive Financial Reports schedules.
  • Coordinates with and provides information to Internal Audit Department and outside auditors.
  • Reviews and analyzes data and reports from computerized accounting systems.
  • Manages preparation of federal and state excise tax refunds.
  • Prepares Fore River Railroad Corporation financial statements and reviews documentation for tax return preparation.
  • Assumes the duties of Controller in his/her absence with guidance from Director, Finance.

Requirements

  • A Bachelor's degree in accounting, business administration or a related field; Master's degree in related field is preferred.
  • At least seven (7) years of accounting experience preferably in the public sector, of which two (2) years should be in a supervisory capacity.
  • Knowledge of GAAP accounting principles.
  • Excellent spreadsheet and database skills and solid knowledge of MS Office Suite.
  • Knowledge of and experience with computerized accounting systems; knowledge of Infor/Lawson software is preferred, but not required.
  • Experience using web conferencing and collaboration tools such as WebEx.
  • Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.
  • Ability to assign work, train and oversee staff.
  • Attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Nice-to-haves

  • A Class D Driver's license (or equivalent) is preferred for travel between MWRA locations.
  • Certification Public Accountant (CPA) designation is preferred.
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