Sr. Accountant

Division: Beacon Bank & Trust

Department: Finance

Reports to: Accounting Manager

Status: Exempt

Pay Grade: 11

Salary Range: $85,457 - $122,975

Salary range updated 2/26/2026. Actual compensation within the pay range will be determined based on factors including, but not limited to, skills, prior relevant experience, and specific work location.

Location: Boston, MA, Pittsfield, MA

Principal Objective

Assists in maintaining the general ledger (GL) and preparation of financial statements for Beacon Bank and Trust. Ensures accounting records are in compliance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP). Ensures the accuracy of accounting records by performing account analyses, preparation of journal entries and the reconciliation of assigned GL accounts. Ensures all assigned accounts are reconciled and outstanding items are cleared in a timely manner. Ensures compliance with internal controls.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• GL Journal Entries:

• Preparation of GL Journal Entries, along with demonstrating proper documentation.
• Enter GL Journal Entries into the GL system.

• Ensures strong internal control over GL uploads and journal entries, in addition to performing maintenance.

• Prepares daily/weekly/monthly/quarterly reconciliations, as assigned.

• Maintains and provides support for the Account Reconciliation system.

• Monthly variance analysis review. Reviews account activity and transactions, and provides in-depth analysis as requested to ensure accuracy of GL, which will support accurate and timely financial reporting.

• Performs ad hoc GL analysis and reporting as necessary.

• Performs internal reporting functions over the Consolidated GL.

• Assists in preparation of internal and external audit requests.

• Maintains accounting and reporting policies and procedures.

• Assists in preparing reporting supporting documentation as requested.

Job Specifications (Skills, Knowledge and Abilities Required)

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting.
• Three to five years experience in an accounting function at a bank or CPA firm preferred.
• Knowledge of banking functions and operations, most beneficial.
• Excellent and effective communication skills, both written and verbal and proofreading skills.
• Knowledge of working with Peoplesoft GL software system preferred.
• Knowledge of working with Blackline reconciliation software system preferred.
• Ability to perform various queries on bank systems preferred.
• Strong aptitude with Microsoft office products, specifically Excel, Word and Outlook.
• Ability to solve problems.
• Ability to accomplish tasks with limited supervision, prioritize and multi-task.
• Ability to visualize changes required for specific solutions.
• Ability to work quickly, accurately and independently on a daily basis; requiring strong organizational skills, initiative and good judgment.
• Willingness to work overtime during peak periods to ensure accounting and reporting deadlines are met.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. This job description is subject to change at any time

Beacon Bank is an Equal Opportunity Employer - all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website, need assistance completing the application process, or would like to request alternative methods of applying, please contact us at hr@berkshirebank.com.