Staff Accountant

Rapid Micro Biosystems

Staff Accountant responsible for general accounting, financial close, and accounts receivable at Rapid Micro Biosystems. Collaborating with cross-functional teams to promote accurate financial reporting and cash flow management.

Posted 7/20/2026full-timeLexington • Massachusetts • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $70,000 - $80,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in U.S. GAAP and financial reporting, with a strong focus on accounts receivable management and process improvement. Proficient in analyzing financial data and collaborating cross-functionally to support business objectives.

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U.S. GAAPAccounts Receivable ManagementFinancial ReportingSAP ExperienceAdvanced Microsoft Excel

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Hard Skills

Journal Entry PreparationAccount ReconciliationFinancial AnalysisCash ApplicationBillingCollectionsProcess ImprovementFinancial Close ProcessData AnalysisForecasting

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsAttention to DetailCollaboration Skills

Tools & Technologies

SAPMicrosoft Office

Industry Keywords

Financial Close ProcessAccounting PrinciplesCredit MemosDelinquent AccountsBad Debt Reserve

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Prepare journal entries and supporting documentation as part of the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close process
Prepare and maintain balance sheet account reconciliations, investigating and resolving reconciling items on a timely basis.
Analyze general ledger activity and account balances to ensure transactions are recorded accurately and exercises professional judgement in accordance with U.S. GAAP and Company policies related to accounting transactions.
Assist with financial reporting, audit support, and other accounting projects as assigned. Analyzes financial results and identifies accounting issues requiring research and resolution.
Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and internal controls.
Collaborate cross-functionally with Finance and other departments to support business objectives.
Manage the full-cycle accounts receivable process, including invoicing, collections, and cash application.
Prepare customer invoices and review sales orders, purchase orders, and invoices for accuracy.
Analyze customer cash activity, prepare related accounting entries and reconciliations, and resolve complex discrepancies to ensure accurate financial reporting.
Analyze customer payment trends, evaluate delinquent accounts, and recommend collection strategies and reserve adjustments as appropriate.
Evaluate collectability of receivables and recommend bad debt reserve and write-off adjustments based on professional accounting judgment.
Review credit memos and make recommendations ensuring appropriate support and documentation is maintained.
Prepare accounts receivable analyses and forecasting in support of the Company's short-term cash forecasting process by monitoring expected customer collections.
Lead accounts receivable and order-to-cash process improvement initiatives and projects as needed.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related business discipline required.
3+ years of progressive accounting or finance experience.
Experience supporting the monthly financial close process, including preparing journal entries and account reconciliations.
Working knowledge of U.S. GAAP and the ability to apply Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
Accounts receivable experience, including billing, cash application, or collections, preferred.
SAP experience preferred.
Must be able to adapt to new and different computer programs and software to enable efficient data gathering and analysis.
Ability to research, compile, analyze, and interpret financial data.
Strong written, verbal, communication, and collaborative skills.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail.
Ability to work cross-functionally across several departments.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Attractive benefits package
Cash incentive opportunities
Equity grant