Staff Accountant at Arthur D. Little Services S.A.S., Boston
Staff Accountant at Arthur D. Little Services S.A.S. in Boston. Contract. Est. up to $130k. Apply with swipeandhired.
Posted Date
4 hours ago (09/11/2026 13:55)
Category
Business Services - Finance
Overview
Location: Boston, MA
Work Arrangement: Hybrid (2 days per week in the Boston office)
Arthur D. Little (ADL) is a global management consulting firm with a history of innovation dating back to 1886. We help organizations navigate complex business challenges by connecting strategy, innovation, and transformation. With offices in major business centers around the world, we partner with leading companies and public sector organizations across a wide range of industries.
We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Staff Accountant to join our US Finance team in Boston. Reporting to and working closely with the US Controller, this position will support day-to-day accounting operations, financial reporting activities, and administrative processes across the US business.
The ideal candidate is organized, analytical, and comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. This role offers the opportunity to gain broad exposure to accounting and finance operations within a global professional services firm while contributing to the accuracy and efficiency of our financial processes.
Responsibilities
- Process accounts payable transactions and accurately record entries in the general ledger.
- Assist with client billing, including preparing and processing invoices and recording related general ledger transactions.
- Prepare and coordinate check runs, including distributing payments and maintaining appropriate documentation.
- Process and record daily cash receipts and disbursements.
- Review and process employee expense reimbursements, including reconciling receipts, updating payroll reimbursement records, and recording transactions in the general ledger.
- Communicate with employees and internal stakeholders to resolve discrepancies, obtain missing documentation, and follow up on outstanding items.
- Support subcontractor onboarding and related administrative processes, including processing contracts and invoices.
- Assist the US Controller with month-end and year-end closing activities, including reconciliations and supporting documentation.
- Support the preparation of annual statutory reports and other required financial documentation.
- Maintain accurate and organized accounting records in accordance with established policies and procedures.
- Assist with special projects, process improvements, and other finance initiatives as directed by the US Controller.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
- 2-3 years of professional accounting or related finance experience.
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including experience with pivot tables, VLOOKUP, and other data analysis functions.
- Solid understanding of general accounting principles and practices.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities and meet deadlines.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with colleagues across teams.
- Proactive, self-motivated approach with a willingness to learn, take initiative, and adapt to changing priorities.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact professionally with employees and internal stakeholders.
- Ability to exercise sound judgment and maintain confidentiality when handling sensitive financial and employee information.
- Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central is a plus.
- Spanish language proficiency is a plus, but not required.
- Ability to work onsite in the Boston office two days per week.
Arthur D. Little is an equal-opportunity employer. We are committed to ensuring that no employee, contractor, vendor, or job applicant is discriminated against because of their race, color, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex, marital or civil partner status, veteran status, sexual orientation, age, gender reassignment, or disability.
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