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Accountant

Burlington Telecom, Vermont, WI, United States


At Burlington Telecom, we have an immediate opening for a Staff Accountant. This position is responsible for performing accounting entries and reconciliations, and compiling and analyzing financial information. The role will provide accurate accounting support to the Controller/Business Manager, including assisting with month‑end reports, analytics, investigating accounting discrepancies and other duties as assigned.

Title:

Staff Accountant

Location:

Burlington, VT

Rate:

$60,000 - $70,000

Full-Time/Part Time:

Full-Time

Reporting to:

Controller/Business Manager

Description
This role requires detailed work in accounting entries, reconciliations, and financial analysis to support the controller and the business manager. The Staff Accountant will assist with month‑end, quarter‑end, and year‑end close processes, audit support, and budgeting activities. The position also manages day‑to‑day accounting tasks such as accounts receivable, accounts payable, billing, and bank reconciliation, ensuring accurate financial records.

Primary Responsibilities Include

Assist with all audit requests (Internal, Interim, Year End, and Programming)

Responsible for daily/monthly bank financial activity

Analyze and record financial entries in ERP (including intercompany transactions)

Assist in month‑end, quarter‑end, and year‑end close

Contribute to the annual budget process

Manage day‑to‑day accounting tasks, including accounts receivable, accounts payable, and billing, ensuring accurate financial records

Reconcile month‑end balance sheet accounts by gathering and balancing information

Correct errors by posting adjusting journal entries

Maintain accounting controls by following policies and procedures; comply with federal, state, and local financial legal requirements

Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities

Accomplish accounting and organization mission by completing related results as needed

Oversee the month‑end reporting and state and federal filings related to Sales Tax, Excise Tax, Franchise Fees, VTUSF & FUSF etc.

Ensure smooth daily operations by managing office supplies ordering process

Additional duties as assigned to support company success

You will need to have

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business, or a related field

2+ years of accounting experience preferred

Proficient skills in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel

Excellent analytical, interpersonal, and communication skills (written and verbal)

Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize projects

Attention to detail and accuracy

Good judgment and confidentiality

Ability to work to meet deadlines

Demonstrated initiative with little or no direction

Working Conditions

Typical office environment conditions

Sitting for extended periods at a desk

Frequent walking, standing, sitting, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, talking, and listening

Benefits
When you join Burlington Telecom, you’ll be part of an award‑winning company and team. We offer a comprehensive benefits package.

401(k) program with company match

Generous PTO program

Company wellness program

Employer‑paid short‑ and long‑term disability

Group health & dental insurance

And much more!

Equal Opportunity Employer
Equal Opportunity Employer

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