Axelon
Accountant
East Boston, MA
6 Months
Short Description: Staff Accountant
Complete Description: Position Summary The Staff Accountant I is responsible for performing financial accounting and analysis functions, including reconciliation of various subsystems and ledgers to internal and external data sources. This role involves reviewing and analyzing general ledger activities to ensure accuracy and compliance with organizational policies.
Key Responsibilities Cash Clearing and Reconciliation • Perform regular reconciliations of cash clearing accounts. • Ensure reported revenue aligns with bank activity; investigate and report discrepancies. • Monitor merchant service (credit card) accounts and coordinate corrections with external institutions and internal business units. • Record all cash and credit card transactions accurately in relevant ledgers and worksheets. Bank Statement and Cash Control Analysis • Code monthly bank activities to appropriate clearing accounts. • Review daily bank activity reports, identify variances, and ensure alignment with ledgers. • Notify management of discrepancies and follow upon necessary corrections. • Prepare daily cash analyses and monthly bank reconciliations for operational accounts. • Download and archive daily bank activity using online tools. General Ledger Reconciliation and Analysis • Reconcile general ledger accounts to subsystems and supporting documentation. • Prepare and input journal entries to ensure accurate financial reporting. • Conduct analyses on asset, liability, and expense accounts. • Perform analytical procedures such as month-to-month comparisons and ratio analyses. • Generate summary reports on a monthly,quarterly, and annual basis. • Complete month-end reconciliations in a timely manner. Parking Revenue Accounting • Record parking revenue in accordance with departmental procedures. • Reconcile daily cash and credit card deposits. • Compare device activity with armored car company reports. • Perform monthly reconciliations between bank and internal records. • Report discrepancies to Transportation Services and record related journal entries. • Keep the General Ledger Accounting Manager informed of progress and issues. Special Projects • Complete assigned special projects as needed. Experience 1-3 years of relevant accounting experience. Skills and Certifications • Proficiency with automated accounting systems(PeopleSoft preferred). • Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel,Word, and database applications. • Demonstrated Excel proficiency during the interview process. • Ability to learn new tasks independently. • Strong analytical and communication skills. • Must pass Massport's controlled substance testing, ****, and security clearance.
Short Description: Staff Accountant
Complete Description: Position Summary The Staff Accountant I is responsible for performing financial accounting and analysis functions, including reconciliation of various subsystems and ledgers to internal and external data sources. This role involves reviewing and analyzing general ledger activities to ensure accuracy and compliance with organizational policies.
Key Responsibilities Cash Clearing and Reconciliation • Perform regular reconciliations of cash clearing accounts. • Ensure reported revenue aligns with bank activity; investigate and report discrepancies. • Monitor merchant service (credit card) accounts and coordinate corrections with external institutions and internal business units. • Record all cash and credit card transactions accurately in relevant ledgers and worksheets. Bank Statement and Cash Control Analysis • Code monthly bank activities to appropriate clearing accounts. • Review daily bank activity reports, identify variances, and ensure alignment with ledgers. • Notify management of discrepancies and follow upon necessary corrections. • Prepare daily cash analyses and monthly bank reconciliations for operational accounts. • Download and archive daily bank activity using online tools. General Ledger Reconciliation and Analysis • Reconcile general ledger accounts to subsystems and supporting documentation. • Prepare and input journal entries to ensure accurate financial reporting. • Conduct analyses on asset, liability, and expense accounts. • Perform analytical procedures such as month-to-month comparisons and ratio analyses. • Generate summary reports on a monthly,quarterly, and annual basis. • Complete month-end reconciliations in a timely manner. Parking Revenue Accounting • Record parking revenue in accordance with departmental procedures. • Reconcile daily cash and credit card deposits. • Compare device activity with armored car company reports. • Perform monthly reconciliations between bank and internal records. • Report discrepancies to Transportation Services and record related journal entries. • Keep the General Ledger Accounting Manager informed of progress and issues. Special Projects • Complete assigned special projects as needed. Experience 1-3 years of relevant accounting experience. Skills and Certifications • Proficiency with automated accounting systems(PeopleSoft preferred). • Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel,Word, and database applications. • Demonstrated Excel proficiency during the interview process. • Ability to learn new tasks independently. • Strong analytical and communication skills. • Must pass Massport's controlled substance testing, ****, and security clearance.