What are the responsibilities and job description for the Staff Accountant position at Ledgent?
Job Title: Staff Accountant
Location: Woburn, MA 01801 (On-site)
Job Type: Full-time
M-F 8- 5 PM
Salary: $74,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year
Company Overview:
Our client is a leading distributor of Electronic equipment serving both . National and International clients, including small and large businesses, city, state, and federal government agencies, military organizations, and universities Is looking for a staff accountant to join their team
Position Overview:
This role involves overseeing all aspects of accounting operations, including accounts payable and receivable, inventory management, and general ledger reconciliation. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounting, excellent analytical skills, and a keen eye for detail.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in business administration, Accounting, Finance, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).
- 4 years of accounting experience, preferably in a goods-for-resale environment.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including external data connections, pivot tables, and complex formulas.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills to interact with vendors, customers, and internal departments.
- Ability to identify, propose, and implement efficiency improvements.
Key Responsibilities:
Accounts Payable:
- Assist and mentor clerical staff in processing vendor invoices, performing three-way matches, and issuing payments.
- Review and ensure the accuracy of posted transactions.
- Manage reconciliation of purchases clearing, expense accounts, and purchases made via credit cards.
Accounts Receivable:
- Process and reconcile customer payments, deposits, and refunds.
- Reconcile aging reports and trial balances.
- Assist with the collection of past-due invoices.
Inventory Management:
- Reconcile vendor returns and item valuation adjustments.
- Monitor and address inventory variances.
General Ledger:
- Reconcile asset, income, expense, and suspense accounts.
- Assist with the completion of end-of-period ERP closing tasks.
- Conduct trend analysis and generate financial reports.
All 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 California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. For unincorporated Los Angeles county, to the extent our customers require a background check for certain positions, the Company faces a significant risk to its business operations and business reputation unless a review of criminal history is conducted for those specific job positions.
Salary : $74,000 - $85,000
