Bookkeeper/Accountant

Pembroke - Boston, MA

Full-time - Entry Level

Boston, MA

Real Estate

About the position

The Accountant will manage various financial tasks for a private foundation and family office, ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance with regulations. This full-time role involves handling invoices, payroll, reconciliations, and preparing financial statements, all while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Track invoice obligations, make accurate and timely payments, gain approval where necessary, and identify and report inaccuracies and variances.
• Track foundation bank accounts and balances; report regularly to management.
• Audit and ensure the accuracy of financial documents for payment and tax purposes.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and yearly financial reports.
• Input payroll information on a bi-monthly basis or as needed.
• Maintain detailed records of outstanding payables and other financial information.
• Ensure compliance with local law and generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
• Proactively keeps up to date on new regulations and principles.
• Provide other clerical support to accounting and bookkeeping processes.
• Additional tasks as needed.

Requirements

• 6+ Years of bookkeeping, accounting, or closely related financial experience is required.
• Proficiency in QuickBooks Online and Bill.com is required.
• Associate or bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field.
• High-level understanding of accounting principles and financial statements.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Understands highly confidential material and demonstrates discretion.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance