Accountant

Briggs Engineering & Testing is a full-service testing and inspections agency specializing in materials testing and inspections, geotechnical services, structural steel & NDT, building envelope and moisture protection services, and roadway management.

For over 65 years, Briggs has supported construction teams and owners by helping to ensure projects are built in accordance with design plans, specifications, and quality standards. Now part of the Phenna Group, Briggs is a member of a global family of Testing, Inspection, Certification, and Compliance (TICC) businesses.

Briggs Engineering & Testing is seeking an Accountant for their Rockland, MA office to support accurate financial records, reporting, and day-to-day accounting operations.

What You’ll Do

As an Accountant, you’ll play an important role in supporting the financial operations of Briggs Engineering & Testing. This position is a great fit for someone who enjoys working with the details, understands how the pieces of the accounting cycle connect, and can turn accurate financial information into meaningful support for the business.

Accountant Responsibilities:

• Prepare month-end and year-end journal entries and support the closing process.
• Perform general ledger and account reconciliations to help ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Analyze and verify financial data, transactions, and reports.
• Support project cost analysis, invoicing, and other project-related accounting activities.
• Assist with employee credit card reconciliations and other routine accounting processes.
• Maintain fixed asset schedules and related accounting records.
• Assist with external audits and requests from CPAs, insurance companies, banks, and other business partners.
• Follow established accounting procedures and internal controls.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, reporting, and the monthly close.
• Partner with the Accounting Manager and others across the organization on financial projects and priorities.

What We’re Looking for in an Accountant:

• Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred
• Relevant accounting experience may be considered in place of a degree
• Working knowledge of the accounting cycle, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and month-end/year-end activities
• Strong attention to detail with a focus on accuracy
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment
• Comfortable working both independently and collaboratively
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and other accounting/business software

Accountant Perks & Benefits:

• Competitive pay and Health Insurance
• Advancement opportunity
• Paid Vacation/Sick/Holidays
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
• A professional, collaborative work environment
• An opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to the company’s financial operations

Briggs Engineering and Testing is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic characteristics, disability, military status, protected veteran status, and any other basis protected by applicable local, state, or federal law or Executive Orders.

Pay: $28.00 - $38.00 per hour

Work Location: In person