Senior Accountant in Worcester, Massachusetts at Salem Community Corp

Senior Accountant
The Briarwood Community — Worcester, MA
Full-Time | Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM (some flexibility available)
Salary: $80,000–$90,000/year

About the Role
The Briarwood Community is hiring a Senior Accountant to join our Finance Team. This is a hands-on role for an experienced accounting professional who works well independently, enjoys digging into the details, and takes pride in bringing accounts to a clean, zero-variance reconciliation.

You'll own bank reconciliations, journal entries, payroll-related entries, and general ledger accuracy — while helping support month-end close, audits, and financial reporting for a mission-driven organization. The Briarwood Community has been rated the #1 Continuing Care Retirement Community in Massachusetts by Newsweek for three consecutive years.

What You'll Do

• Prepare and complete bank reconciliations to zero variance
• Research and resolve discrepancies and outstanding reconciling items
• Prepare, organize, and post journal entries and supporting documentation
• Prepare weekly payroll-related journal entries
• Maintain general ledger accounts and supporting schedules
• Perform account reconciliations and analysis
• Support month-end and year-end close
• Assist with accruals, adjusting entries, and other GL transactions
• Maintain fixed asset records and depreciation schedules
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis
• Support external audits and financial reporting requirements
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and efficiency

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (preferred)
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience
• Strong background in bank and account reconciliations
• Experience preparing and posting journal entries
• Payroll accounting experience preferred
• Solid understanding of GL accounting, month-end close, and GAAP
• Strong Excel skills and experience with accounting/ERP software
• Healthcare, senior living, nonprofit, or multi-entity accounting experience a plus
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing multiple priorities independently

Why Join Us

• Competitive salary: $80,000–$90,000/year, paid weekly
• Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Meal discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Free access to our indoor lap pool, fitness center, and sauna
• Supportive, collaborative work environment with real ownership of your work

Our Mission
The Briarwood Community enhances the well-being, independence, and personal fulfillment of our residents through high-quality, coordinated housing, health, and supportive services. As Senior Accountant, your work directly supports the financial strength that makes that mission possible.