General Ledger Accountant Job Opening in Pittsfield MA

(private impact investment company)

Salary: $50k-$80k Depending on experience

Hours: Mon-Fri: 8a-4:30p

Overall Responsibilities:

Assist finance team that supports a variety of projects and initiatives with various General Ledger Accounting operations and projects across Company’s portfolio to ensure the accuracy and completeness of the financial statements.

Job Duties:

• Assist in the oversight of external bookkeepers for multiple operating entities, ensuring accurate recording of entries and timely financial close
• Collaborate with operating entity leads to maintain accurate activity in the accounting software and timely month end close procedures
• Monitor and implement best practices and ensure compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
• Prepare monthly account reconciliations and other financial control processes to ensure the accuracy and completeness of the financial statements
• Provide analytic and value-added insight on a variety of business operations and project support as needed

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Management, or related discipline
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in a finance, accounting, or business role with a demonstrated analytical ability
• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and experience with concepts such as revenue recognition, account reconciliation, financial statement preparation and analysis.
• Experience with accounting systems

Key Characteristics:

• Entrepreneurial mindset
• Self-starter with an ability to work independently and in areas of ambiguity with little guidance
• A demonstrated professional integrity
• Strong communication skills, both written and oral
• Great attitude, fun, team player with a desire to make an impact
• An intellectual curiosity and inquisitiveness – comfortable asking questions that lead to better results
• Not satisfied with status-quo – a creative thinker

Benefits:

• Compensation and benefits package based on experience and qualifications