Staff Accountant

Job Description

Staff Accountant | CFS

The Tone:
This is a full-time role at CFS, located in Boston, MA. CFS operates as a mission-driven nonprofit organization, fostering a highly collaborative and supportive environment within its accounting team. This Staff Accountant position presents an excellent opportunity for individuals who are early in their accounting careers to gain broad exposure across various accounting functions. The role is integral to the financial operations of the nonprofit, providing critical support to ensure accurate financial reporting and smooth day-to-day accounting processes, ultimately upholding the organization’s mission through sound financial management. With a focus on work-life balance, the position offers minimal overtime and no expected weekends, complemented by generous vacation and holiday benefits, alongside strong healthcare and retirement plans.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-time
• Location: In-person Boston, MA
• Pay: $56000–$62000 yearly
• Team: Collaborative and supportive accounting team
• Mission: Support the financial health and operational integrity of a mission-driven nonprofit through accurate accounting and reporting.
• Tech Stack: Excel, Sage, Paylocity

What You’ll Actually Do
• Payroll Administration: Manage the biweekly processing of payroll, including the preparation and entry of related journal entries to ensure accurate financial records.
• Month-End Support and Reconciliation: Support the efficient completion of month-end close processes and perform comprehensive bank and revenue reconciliations.
• Invoice and General Ledger Management: Prepare accurate contract invoices and manage the entry of recurring general ledger entries to maintain financial consistency.
• Revenue Accounting: Accurately record all incoming contributions, grants, and other various receipts, ensuring proper classification and documentation.
• Financial Reporting and Audit Assistance: Assist with the preparation for audits and support the Finance team with general reporting needs, contributing to transparency and compliance.

The Must-Haves
• Background: This position is designed for an Entry-Level professional seeking to grow their career in accounting. A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a closely related field is preferred, providing a foundational understanding for the responsibilities of this role.
• Experience: The ideal candidate will bring 1–2 years of direct accounting experience. Alternatively, strong internship experience encompassing full-cycle accounting or audit procedures will be highly valued, demonstrating practical application of accounting principles.
• Skills: Critical skills for success include a proven ability to handle journal entries, perform detailed reconciliations, and contribute effectively to month-end close procedures. Strong proficiency in Excel is essential for data analysis and reporting, coupled with exceptional attention to detail to ensure accuracy in all financial records.
• Bonus: Experience providing support for biweekly payroll processing is considered a significant advantage. Furthermore, prior exposure to or experience with accounting software such as Sage or payroll platforms like Paylocity would be a valuable asset.