Senior Accountant

Job Title: Accountant

Department: Corporate

Location: Sudbury, MA

About Methods

Methods Machine Tools, Inc. supplies high-quality, high-precision machine tools and automation solutions, and designs integrated custom machining processes and systems. Headquartered in Sudbury, Mass., and in operation since 1958, Methods provides an end-to-end portfolio of best-in-class products, engineering, service, parts, training, and integration.

Methods has more than 300 employees, seven technology centers, one high precision machining center, and has installed in excess of 45,000 machines throughout North America.

We currently have the following career opportunity available reporting into our national headquarters in Sudbury, MA. More about this location.

Benefits

• A long history of stability and growth
• Excellent compensation
• Medical / 401(k) / Vacation / Sick / Holiday Pay/Tuition Assistance
  
  

Job Summary

The Senior Accountant will support various financial processes, including general ledger maintenance, financial reporting, and audit assistance. This senior professional will work closely with everyone on the General Accounting and financial team to ensure compliance, accuracy, and timely financial operations.

Responsibilities

• Own key components of the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes, including journal entries, accruals, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
• Prepare and review balance sheet reconciliations to ensure accuracy, completeness, and timely resolution of reconciling items.
• Support financial reporting by analyzing account activity, researching variances, and preparing schedules for management review.
• Maintain accurate accounting documentation and ensure compliance with internal controls, company policies, and applicable accounting standards.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to gather, validate, and process accounting information.
• Support internal, external, bank, and compliance audits by preparing requested schedules, documentation, and financial data.
• Oversee job, project, tariff and inventory-related accounting activity within the ERP system, including tracking, reconciliation, and financial analysis.
• Monitor and reconcile foreign currency transactions, including exchange rate impacts, revaluations, and related reporting requirements.
• Support sales tax compliance by preparing, reviewing, and reconciling sales tax filings, exemption certificates, and related account activity.
• Prepare monthly and quarterly bank reporting and assist with covenant or lender reporting requirements, as needed.
• Contribute to budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis by compiling and reviewing relevant financial data.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, reporting accuracy, and department efficiency.
• Handle other accounting-related projects and responsibilities as assigned.
  
  

Experience

• Minimum of one year of experience in an accounting/finance position with a professional environment
  
  

EDUCATION

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (CPA preferred).
• Minimum of five years of professional experience in accounting and general ledger management.
• Experience with Syteline ERP is a plus.
  
  

Desired Skills

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proactive, problem-solving mindset with a focus on accuracy and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, etc.) and accounting systems.
• Experience with foreign currency accounting and sales tax compliance preferred.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and adapt to a dynamic work setting.
  
  

Supervisory Responsibilities

• None
  
  

Travel Requirements

• May require occasional travel to other Methods locations.
  
  

Salary

$100,000.00 – $120,000.00 per year

The listed salary range represents our good faith estimate for this position. Final compensation will be determined based on a candidate’s experience, skills, and qualifications, and may exceed the posted range for highly qualified candidates.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
  
  

Additional Information

This job description is designed to provide an overview of basic skills, experiences and education required to perform the job and is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee to perform the essential functions of the job. In instances where educational degrees are required, the company will take into consideration factors such as additional experience, training, or certifications in lieu of specific educational requirements.

Methods Machine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.