Staff Accountant

Robert Half
Boston, MA

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Staff Accountant to support a short-term Contract assignment in South Boston, Massachusetts. This role will focus on improving the accuracy of accounts payable records by reviewing aged subledger activity and resolving outdated invoice entries with care and precision. The ideal candidate brings strong accounting judgment, can work independently in a fast-paced environment, and is comfortable using accounting systems to validate that transactions are handled correctly.

Responsibilities:
• Review legacy accounts payable entries and identify invoice records in the subledger that require cleanup or removal
• Evaluate supporting documentation to confirm transactions are valid before any adjustments or deletions are made
• Reconcile subledger activity to the general ledger to ensure balances remain accurate and fully supported
• Investigate discrepancies and trace accounting impacts across related records to confirm all entries tie out properly
• Maintain careful oversight of data accuracy while processing a high volume of historical invoice items
• Use Sage or comparable accounting software to complete record analysis, corrections, and account validation
• Partner with internal stakeholders as needed to clarify transaction history and resolve open accounting questions• Experience in staff accounting or advanced accounts payable work with strong knowledge of subledger and general ledger relationships
• Proven ability to review and clean up large volumes of aged invoice records with a high level of accuracy
• Working knowledge of Sage accounting software is preferred; experience with other ERP or accounting platforms is also valuable
• Solid understanding of how accounting transactions flow through an organization and affect financial reporting
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify discrepancies and prevent incorrect adjustments
• High attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to work independently on a focused project
• Strong technical aptitude and the ability to learn unfamiliar systems quickly
Posted 2026-05-28

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