Staff Accountant

Ameresco, Inc. (NYSE:AMRC) is a leading energy solutions provider dedicated to helping customers reduce costs, enhance resilience, and decarbonize to net zero in the global energy transition. We are a trusted, full-service partner to public sector and government entities, K-12 schools, higher education, utilities, and healthcare customers across the U.S., Canada, the U.K., and Europe. 

At Ameresco, we show the way by developing, constructing and operating tailored smart energy efficiency solutions, distributed energy resources, and infrastructure upgrades that drive cost savings, resilience, decarbonization, and innovation. Our comprehensive portfolio is built to address the challenges of today and adapt the future, ensuring long-term sustainability and success for our customers.

Position Overview:
Ameresco is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Staff Accountant to join our Corporate Accounting team. This role is hybrid and based out of our Framingham, MA office. This role plays a critical part in ensuring accurate financial reporting through comprehensive cash account reconciliation and analysis, timely journal entry preparation, and thorough account reconciliations. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong analytical skills, a commitment to process improvement, and the ability to collaborate across departments.

Responsibilities:

• Cash Reconciliation & Journal Entries

  • Perform daily and monthly cash account reconciliations, ensuring accuracy and completeness.

  • Investigate and resolve discrepancies in cash transactions and balances.

  • Prepare and record journal entries related to cash activity, including bank fees, transfers, and adjustments.

  • Maintain supporting documentation for all cash-related entries and reconciliations.
     

• Month-End Close

  • Support the month-end close process by preparing and reviewing journal entries across various general ledger accounts.

  • Compile and analyze financial data to ensure accurate reporting and compliance with accounting standards.

  • Prepare account reconciliations and accompanying schedules for assigned accounts.
     

• Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Partner with corporate departments and business units to address routine transactions and inquiries.

  • Coordinate with internal stakeholders to ensure timely and accurate month-end close activities.
     

• Compliance & Controls

  • Assist in maintaining SOX compliance through proper documentation and adherence to internal controls.

  • Support internal and external audit requests related to cash and general ledger activities.
     

• Process Improvement

  • Identify and implement opportunities for process efficiencies in cash management and journal entry workflows.

  • Contribute to the development of accounting guidelines, training materials, and documentation.
     

• Additional Duties

  • Complete ad-hoc reporting, analysis, and special projects as assigned.

  • Perform other duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.

• Minimum of 3 months of experience in general accounting, with a strong focus on cash reconciliation and journal entry preparation.

• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

Additional Qualifications:

• Experience with MS Dynamics 365 (D365), BlackLine, or similar project accounting systems preferred.

• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

• Commitment to continuous improvement.

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Ameresco challenges the brightest, most talented, and creative individuals in the industry by providing an environment that fosters initiative and achievement. We are proud of our comprehensive and competitive employee benefits, including people-oriented insurance, investment, and incentive plans.

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Ameresco is an Equal Opportunity Employer.