Senior Accountant
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeHybrid
location_onStarbucks, 1, Fort Hill Square, Waterfront, Downtown, Boston, Suffolk County, Massachusetts, 02110, United States
About Us
Massachusetts Housing Partnership (MHP) is a public, non-profit organization dedicated to expanding access to affordable housing and promoting housing equity across the Commonwealth. Founded in 1985, MHP has grown into a 70+ employee organization that has delivered $6.5 billion in below-market financing for affordable housing and currently manages $1.2 billion in assets. Every action MHP takes—from loans and grants to policy development—serves the underlying goal of expanding housing opportunities for Massachusetts residents.
About the Role
The Senior Accountant plays a vital role in supporting and promoting excellence in financial operations. This position focuses on ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency in the management of grants, programs, payroll, and general accounting activities. You will operate under the general supervision of the Controller, contributing to the integrity of financial processes and driving continuous improvement initiatives that support the organization's mission.
Your day-to-day work will involve a variety of activities, including preparing grant and program billing, ensuring accurate expense coding, and supporting the review of reconciliations. You will collaborate closely with team members to maintain comprehensive Accounts Receivable records, prepare monthly and annual financial statements, and support the processing of cash borrower receipts. Additionally, you will serve as a key resource for payroll functions, coordinating with the HR Director to validate employee information and resolve discrepancies. This role also involves monitoring retirement plan activity, conducting bank and general ledger reconciliations, and assisting with annual audits and financial statement preparation under GASB standards.
Culture and Values
At MHP, staff engagement, inclusion, and belonging are integral to everything we do. We value individuals who are intentional about fostering inclusive environments and who recognize the power of diverse perspectives. As a Senior Accountant, you are expected to embody these values not only in your work but in how you build relationships, make decisions, and contribute to a supportive team culture.
Work Model
This position is designated as Hybrid, requiring both in-office and remote workdays. During the first 90 days of employment, you are required to work out of the Boston office two days per week. There may be an opportunity to reduce regular in-office days thereafter upon management approval. The role utilizes MHP's hybrid workplace scheduling software to reserve office desk space each week, with at least one office day designated as the team day. The position requires the use of an MHP laptop, which must be transported to and from the office. MHP's office is conveniently located minutes from South Station.
Equal Opportunity
MHP supports equal opportunity employment, and all employment-related decisions are made in compliance with federal and state laws. We consider qualified applicants regardless of background. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.; MHP is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.
Work location
Work model: Hybrid
Starbucks, 1, Fort Hill Square, Waterfront, Downtown, Boston, Suffolk County, Massachusetts, 02110, United States
Boston, Massachusetts
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleSupport timely fund recognition and maintain comprehensive Accounts Receivable records
- check_circlePrepare monthly and annual financial statements and reports for review and accuracy
- check_circleProcess bi-weekly payroll and validate employee information with HR
- check_circleMonitor retirement plan activity and run 403(b) contribution reports for IRS compliance
- check_circleConduct monthly bank and general ledger account reconciliations and resolve discrepancies
- check_circlePerform routine accounting tasks including journal entries and verifying financial transactions
- check_circleIdentify opportunities for process improvement and recommend changes for leadership approval
- check_circleAssist with annual audits and preparation of GASB financial statements for not-for-profit organizations
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Requirements
- verifiedB.A. degree in accounting or finance or equivalent
- verifiedMinimum 3-5 years of progressively responsible accounting experience
- verifiedExperience with financial aspect of grants management
- verifiedWorking knowledge of GASB and grant accounting regulations
- verifiedExperience with fund accounting systems, preferably Sage Intacct
- verifiedAuthorized to work for any employer in the U.S.
Nice to Have
Experience with fund accounting systems, preferably Sage Intacct.
Benefits & Perks
check_circleHybrid and flexible work schedulecheck_circleHealth insurance through the state's Group Insurance Commissioncheck_circle403b retirement plans with employer match of up to 10% and immediate vestingcheck_circleAnnual 5-week paid time off (PTO) benefit and 13 paid holidaysFully paid group term life, short-term and long-term disability insurance
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Intacct, Paylocity, Gasb, Grant Accounting, Fund Accounting, Sage Intacct, Financial Reporting, Grant Management, Payroll, Reconciliations.
Education: B.A. degree in accounting or finance or equivalent experience required.
Frequently asked questions about Senior Accountant at MHP (Massachusetts Housing Partnership)
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A Senior Accountant at MHP (Massachusetts Housing Partnership) is responsible for the following: Support timely fund recognition and maintain comprehensive Accounts Receivable records; Prepare monthly and annual financial statements and reports for review and accuracy; Process bi-weekly payroll and validate employee information with HR; and Monitor retirement plan activity and run 403(b) contribution reports for IRS compliance.
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MHP (Massachusetts Housing Partnership) is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: B.A. degree in accounting or finance or equivalent; Minimum 3-5 years of progressively responsible accounting experience; Experience with financial aspect of grants management; Working knowledge of GASB and grant accounting regulations; Experience with fund accounting systems, preferably Sage Intacct; and Authorized to work for any employer in the U.S..
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Senior Accountant at MHP (Massachusetts Housing Partnership) is based in Starbucks, 1, Fort Hill Square, Waterfront, Downtown, Boston, Suffolk County, Massachusetts, 02110, United States. This is a hybrid role.
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MHP (Massachusetts Housing Partnership) has listed this Senior Accountant role as hybrid.
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Senior Accountant at MHP (Massachusetts Housing Partnership) typically requires 3–5 years of relevant experience at the senior level.
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Key skills for Senior Accountant at MHP (Massachusetts Housing Partnership) include Intacct; Paylocity; Gasb; Grant Accounting; Fund Accounting; Sage Intacct; Financial Reporting; and Grant Management.
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Educational requirements for this role: B.A. degree in accounting or finance or equivalent experience required.
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Senior Accountant at MHP (Massachusetts Housing Partnership) is part of the accounting & finance job category on Recrutus.
About MHP (Massachusetts Housing Partnership)
MHP (Massachusetts Housing Partnership) operates as a public non-profit organization headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, dedicated to expanding access to affordable housing and promoting equity across the Commonwealth. Established in 1985, the firm has grown into an entity with over 70 employees managing $1.2 billion in assets. Since its inception, MHP has facilitated nearly $6.5 billion in below-market financing for affordable housing projects throughout the state.
The organization serves a broad range of clients, including municipalities, developers, and residents, by delivering financing and technical assistance in almost every city and town in Massachusetts. Key achievements include the creation of more than 33,500 affordable rental homes and support for over 25,700 low- and moderate-income first-time homebuyers through the ONE Mortgage program. Additionally, the MHP Center for Housing Data provides award-winning online tools that assist local governments in planning for growth and complying with zoning laws.
MHP acts as a strategic partner for housing policy and advocacy at local, state, and national levels. Every initiative undertaken by the organization, whether involving loans, grants, professional guidance, or policy development, aims to increase housing opportunities for Massachusetts residents.
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