Temporary Staff Accountant

Job Title: Temporary Staff Accountant – Hospitality (AR/AP, Journal Entries, Bank Recs)

Location: Greater Boston Area, MA (North of Boston) – Onsite

Pay Rate: $25–$30/hour

Overview:

This is a chance to step inside one of New England's most recognized owner-operated companies. It started as a single restaurant in 1990 and grew into a multi-division organization spanning hospitality, food manufacturing, and commercial real estate development. The founder still runs it hands-on every day, and the company is known across the region for reinvesting in its communities.

The Hospitality accounting team is entering a big transition. A new Accounting Manager joins mid-November, and there's a heavy backlog to clear. We need an accountant who can come in, get productive fast, and keep the work moving. You'll work directly with the Director of Accounting, Hospitality, and then support the new Accounting Manager as they settle in.

What You'll Do:

• Manage accounts receivable and accounts payable across hospitality operations

• Prepare and post journal entries following GAAP

• Complete bank reconciliations and resolve discrepancies

• Calculate and record payroll accruals

• Build Excel reports, pivot tables, and graphs for leadership

• Work through the existing backlog and help bring the books current

• Partner with the Director of Accounting and the incoming Accounting Manager on priorities and month-end support

Software & Core Competencies:

• Microsoft Excel (intermediate: pivot tables, graphs)

• Restaurant365 (R365) is a strong plus

• GAAP-based accounting

• Ownership, follow-through, and responsiveness in a fast-moving environment

Compensation & Perks:

• $25–$30/hour, based on experience

• Monday–Friday, full-time, onsite

• Immediate start

• Temporary assignment expected to run through year-end, with possible extension into the new year

• Direct exposure to senior accounting leadership at a highly visible, owner-led company

• Hospitality, multi-entity, and R365 experience that builds your resume

• The company has been ranked among the largest commercial developers in Massachusetts by a major regional business publication

• The founder has been named one of the most influential restaurant CEOs in the country

• Known for revitalizing historic properties and investing in hospitality and culinary education in its communities

Requirements:

• Accounting experience ranging from AR/AP through Junior Analyst level

• Working knowledge of GAAP

• Hands-on experience with journal entries, bank reconciliations, and payroll accruals

• Intermediate Excel skills, including pivot tables and graphs

• Available to start immediately

• Able to work onsite 5 days per week in the North of Boston area

Nice to Have:

• Restaurant365 (R365) experience

• Hospitality or restaurant accounting background

• Multi-entity accounting exposure

If you do your best work in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial setting where you own your work, apply today. Interviews are happening now.

This is not a remote role. The company is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position.

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