Description We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to join our team in Bedford, Massachusetts, on a long-term contract basis. This role offers a dynamic opportunity to apply your accounting expertise in a collaborative environment while contributing to key financial processes. If you have a background in life sciences or public company accounting, your skills will be highly valued. Responsibilities: • Perform monthly financial closings, ensuring accuracy in accruals, prepaids, and reconciliations. • Prepare and review journal entries while maintaining the integrity of the general ledger. • Conduct detailed account, balance sheet, and bank reconciliations to support financial reporting. • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide financial insights and support business partnerships. • Maintain compliance with internal controls, including adherence to SOX 404 requirements. • Utilize accounting platforms such as NetSuite, Oracle, or SAP for efficient financial management. • Apply advanced Microsoft Excel skills to organize, analyze, and report financial data. • Ensure timely and accurate completion of month-end close processes. • Provide recommendations for process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy. Requirements • Minimum of 3 years of accounting experience, preferably in the life sciences or public company sectors. • Proficiency in financial systems such as NetSuite, Oracle, or SAP. • Strong expertise in account reconciliation, journal entries, and general ledger management. • Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel for data analysis and reporting. • Familiarity with month-end close procedures and financial reporting requirements. • Knowledge of SOX 404 compliance and internal controls. • Excellent attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. • Strong communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration. Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available including medical, vision, dental, life and disability insurance. Employees hired for our FTEP Program are also eligible to enroll in our company’s 401(k) or deferred compensation plan (if eligible). FTEP employees also earn paid time off for vacation, personal needs, and sick time and paid holidays. The amount of Choice Time Off (CTO) received varies based on years of service and is pro-rated based on the hours worked per week. A new FTEP employee earns up to 13 days of CTO and up to 10 paid holidays per calendar year. Learn more at roberthalfbenefits.com/Resources. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .