Accountant

*This position has a requirement to work a hybrid schedule out of our Medford, MA office location.

Cambridge Systematics, Inc. is shaping the future of transportation. We are industry leaders, transportation specialists dedicated to ensuring that transportation investments can deliver the best possible results. By providing innovative policy and planning solutions, objective analyses, and technology applications, we help our clients anticipate and meet future transportation needs while improving the performance of existing infrastructure and operations. Above all, we are committed to our clients’ success in making transportation better for future generations.

Position Summary

Accounting is dedicated to providing accurate and timely financial data to assist in the management and safe guarding of company assets, maintaining compliance with GAAP and all regulatory filings established by State and Federal agencies, and providing supportive services that meet the needs of Cambridge Systematics. Accounting offers services to our customers with a focus on delivering exceptional customer service and providing reliable resources to aid CS in meeting all goals.

The Accountant I is responsible for general support within the Accounting Department including preparation of month end journal entries, account reconciliation, expense report processing as well as general ledger support. This position reports directly to the Accounting Manager.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Financial Accounting and Reporting 40%

•Prepares monthly journal entries •Performs monthly balance sheet reconciliation •Assists in preparation for annual audit •Maintain assigned subsidiary ledger •Assist in assembling monthly financial statement in compliance with GAAP. Summarizes findings on monthly financial reports •Assists in monthly revenue recognition •Assists with used tax and property tax filings

Accounts Payable 30%

•Manages vendor invoices including vouching, data entry, posting, and filing •Researches, reconciles, and resolves vendor statements and inquiries •Prepares and processes checks in accordance with company policies •Reviews and processes employee expense reports for compliance with GAAP and FAR •Updates tracking for all cash disbursement activity •Assists with monthly closing of Accounts payable and prepares related journal entries as appropriate

Fiduciary Responsibility 15%

•Continuous focus on the safeguarding of company assets •Maintains confidentiality with all financial documents and sensitive company and employee information •Maintains proper filing and documentation with strong attention to detail •Accountable for knowledge of and compliance with GAAP and company accounting policy •Maintain and adhere to internal control structure

Customer Service 15%

•Responsible for developing and maintaining appropriate internal client relationships •Provide support to Project Managers • Provide support to Business Line Managers as needed

Position Requirements

• 1-5 Years of Applicable experience

• Bachelors Degree

• Proficiency with MS Excel and MS Word

• This position has a requirement to work a few days per week in our Medford, MA office location.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with ADP and Workforce Now

• Experience with lease crunching software or ASC 842

Cambridge Systematics is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a culture in which every voice is valued, where employees have a sense of belonging and connection with one another and to the organization, and they feel empowered to do their best work. We are committed to increasing diversity at all levels within the firm and we encourage people of all backgrounds to apply to our open positions. If you think you have what it takes but aren’t sure you meet all the requirements of this job, we invite you to connect with us. We value all perspectives and life experiences and want to hear about yours.

EOE AA M/F/VET/DISABILITY

Salary: $70k

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $70,000.00 per year

Experience level:

• 1 year

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• What is your desired compensation?
• Can you, after receipt of an employment offer, present documents showing that you are legally authorized to work in the United States?
• Will you now, or ever in the future, require sponsorship for employment visa status?
• Are you over 18 years of age?

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• MS Excel and MS word: 1 year (Required)
• ADP and Workforce now: 1 year (Preferred)
• lease crunching software or ASC 842: 1 year (Preferred)
• Applicable: 1 year (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Medford, MA 02155 (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Medford, MA 02155

Salary : $1,000 - $70,000