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Bright Horizons Accountant (Hybrid) – General Ledger in Newton, Massachusetts
We are looking for an entry-level Staff Accountant to perform accounting and analysis related to Bright Horizons’ leases, fixed assets, and other misc. general ledger areas. This person will be responsible for maintaining the general ledger and preparing month-end close procedures, reconciling general ledger account balances, preparing monthly financial reports and accounting summaries, examining documents and invoices for accuracy and ensuring compliance with internal control policies and procedures and accounting standards. This role requires excellent analytic skills, knowledge of accounting principles and attention to detail, as well as a level of ethics and professionalism consistent with Bright Horizons’ principles.
What you will be doing:
Prepare transactions related to fixed asset additions, disposals, and transfers for all fixed asset accounts
Prepare various other journal entries on a daily and monthly basis and ensuring accurate account balances and compliance with GAAP.
Reconcile balance sheet accounts, including fixed asset accounts, on a monthly basis and resolving discrepancies.
Prepare rent calculations and complete rent related procedures in accordance with leases (CPI, ASC 842)
Communicate regularly with landlords, regional managers and other internal departments
Assist when necessary with sublet and landlord tenant improvement allowance invoice preparation
Perform other month-end and project related accounting functions, including assisting in system implementations
What we hope you will bring to this role:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
Internship to two years of accounting experience preferred
Intermediate Microsoft skills required
Experience with Workday and Costar, would be a plus.
The range of compensation listed here or that may be discussed in the interview process is what Bright Horizons in good faith anticipates offering for this job opening. Actual compensation offers will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education and training, certifications, geography, and other relevant business or organizational factors.
Life at Bright Horizons:
Our home office employees support all facets of our business — and no matter which department you join, you’ll be part of a passionate team doing work that makes a difference in the lives of children and families.
Our people are the heart of our company. Because we’re as committed to our own employees as we are to the clients we serve, our collaborative workplaces are designed to grow careers and support personal lives. Here, you’ll find traditional perks (health insurance, 401(k), PTO, and flex spending) plus childcare discounts, education assistance, and so much more. Join us to experience how we support our people to realize their passion, possibilities, and purpose both at work and at home. All in a workplace where you can be you. Come build a brighter future with us.
HAVING TECHNICAL ISSUES WITH YOUR APPLICATION?
Contact us at bhrecruit@brighthorizons.com or 855-877-6866
Bright Horizons is dedicated to creating a workforce that promotes and supports diversity and inclusion. We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals without discrimination. Bright Horizons complies with the laws and regulations set forth in the following EEO is the Law Poster: EEO – English (https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf) and EEO – Spanish (https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeosp.pdf) along with information on the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) (https://www.dol.gov/whd/regs/compliance/posters/fmlaen.pdf) and Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA) (https://www.dol.gov/whd/regs/compliance/posters/eppac.pdf) .
Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the recruitment helpdesk at 855-877-6866 or bhrecruit@brighthorizons.com . Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.
Passion, Potential, and Possibilities
All three await you in a Bright Horizons ® career. Whether you work in one of our child care centers, a corporate office, or a family’s home, you’ll be part of a company named 20 times as one of FORTUNE’s “100 Best Companies to Work For.” (https://youtu.be/IkTDOR2cFHA) Join a team driven to make a difference, one child, one family, and one organization at a time. Come build a brighter future with us .