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Overview Responsible for numerous general accounting functions that involve preparation, analysis, reconciliation, interpretation, and maintenance of the Institute’s general accounting records, internal and external fina…
Finance & Accounting · Boston, MA
Accountant jobs in Boston, MA
Accountants record and interpret a company's financial activity. They prepare statements, reconcile accounts, close the books each month, and keep reporting in line with GAAP and tax requirements.
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Our client, a global leader in industrial packaging and container manufacturing, is seeking a Junior Cost Accountant to join its growing finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting or finance profess…
$65k - $75k
team’s Boston, Massachusetts location. This role is not eligible for remote work or relocation. About the Role Validity’s Accountant reports to the Supervisor of General Accounting and sits at the center of our monthly c…
$75k - $80k
prospective colleague connects with us and extends throughout their entire journey with the hotel. Job Description The Staff Accountant/ Payroll Manager is responsible for assisting the Director of Finance and Controller…
Staff Accountant - Marina Operations (On-Site) Location: Charlestown, MAWork Type: On-site About the Role: We’re looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our marina team. This on-site position focuses on ba…
About the Opportunity Ocean Havens is growing and currently looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to join its accounting team. This position offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic, multi-entity environment su…
$76k - $88k
innovation in the fast-growing consumer genetics space. About the role Embark Vet is looking for an experienced, motivated Staff Accountant to join our Accounting team. This role contributes to the integrity of our finan…
$75k
regulations and controls property wide are enforced. Maintains effective working relationships with management, independent public accountants and regulatory auditors. Coordinates work with external auditors. Keeps infor…
$69k - $74k
Employment Type: Full-Time FSLA: Salary/Exempt Division: Finance Department: Project Accounting Reports to: Project Accounting Manager Supervisory Duties: No Salary Range: $69,000 - $74,000 As the Assistant...
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$185 million in upfront payments received to date. Role Overview We are seeking a detail-oriented and collaborative Staff Accountant to join our growing Finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting pr…
and radically improves operator productivity. Job Summary We're looking for a highly organized and detail-oriented Senior Accountant to help keep our financial operations running smoothly. In this role, you'll be respons…
A growing, entrepreneurial commercial real estate group is looking to hire a Property Accountant. This is a great opportunity for someone with accounting, auditing, or property accounting experience who wants to join a s…
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What accountants earn in Boston
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $34–$43 | $70k–$90k |
| Mid level | $43–$59 | $90k–$122k |
| Senior | $55–$77 | $115k–$160k |
Adjusted for the Boston market from national ranges.
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What employers ask for
The skills these listings keep naming
GAAPGeneral ledger accountingMonth-end closeAccount reconciliationExcel (pivot tables, lookups)QuickBooks or NetSuiteFinancial statement preparationAccruals and journal entriesAttention to detail
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Interview questions worth rehearsing
With the thing the interviewer is actually listening for
Walk me through your month-end close process.
Describe the sequence you own — accruals, reconciliations, review, reporting — and your typical close timeline. Mention anything you did to shorten or clean it up.
How do you handle a reconciliation that will not balance?
Show a methodical approach: isolate the period, check common culprits like timing and duplicates, and document the resolution rather than plugging the difference.
Explain the difference between accrual and cash basis accounting.
Give the textbook distinction, then a quick example of how the same transaction lands differently under each. Keep it crisp.
Tell me about a time you found an error in the books.
Explain how you spotted it, quantified the impact, corrected it with proper entries, and what control you suggested so it would not recur.
What accounting systems have you worked in?
Name the systems and what you did in them — entries, reports, closes — not just exposure. Mention any migration or implementation experience.
How do you stay current with accounting standards?
Cite concrete habits: CPE courses, firm updates, or following FASB changes relevant to your industry. One recent standard you adapted to makes it credible.
How do you handle pressure during close or audit season?
Talk about preparation and checklists rather than heroics: reconciling throughout the month and keeping schedules audit-ready reduces the crunch.
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Resume tips that move the needle
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State the scope of the books you managed: revenue size, entity count, or number of accounts reconciled monthly.
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Quantify close improvements, such as reducing close from ten days to six.
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Name your systems and Excel depth specifically; 'QuickBooks, NetSuite, pivot tables, XLOOKUP' beats 'proficient in Excel'.
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List CPA status or progress prominently, including exams passed if you are mid-license.
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Include one audit interaction, such as preparing PBC schedules with no material adjustments.
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