As an Accountant at Bright Horizons, you will be primarily responsible for the accuracy and completeness of our financial statements for the respective area of the business that you support. You will take part in ensuring the month end P&L and Balance Sheet transactions are posted timely and will support other areas of the business with related queries. At times you may be asked to speak with external parties, such as clients, and require attention to detail, timeliness, and professionalism. You will receive support from your manager and team as you master the skills to be a successful Accountant at Bright Horizons. **Benefits:** Bright Horizons offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: + Medical, dental, and vision insurance + 401(k) retirement plan + Life insurance Long-term and short-term disability insurance **Responsibilities:** + Timelyandaccuratepostingofaccountingtransactionsasitpertainstotheareaofthebusiness you support + Completionandreviewofbalancesheetreconciliations,withcarefulattentiontoensuringfluctuationsandbalancesareappropriate + Reviewoperatingresultswithseniormanagement,includingvariancestobudgetandforecast where necessary + Identifyandescalateanyrisksandopportunitiesasyoubecomeawareofthem + Collaborateandcommunicatewiththewiderfinanceteammembers + Evidencepreventativeanddetectivecontrolstomanagement + Reportfinancialinformationtothebusinessandsupportwithfollowupqueries + Workprofessionallyasatrustedpartnertointernalandexternalcustomers + Keepuptodatewithorganizationalchanges,financialregulations,andthemarketplace + Respondtimelyandappropriatelytoissuesrequiringconfidentiality + Performad-hocanalysisasrequired **Qualifications:** Bachelor's Degree - A minimum of two years of relevant experience would be considered in lieu of noted college degree - required Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or business degree - preferred Internship to two years of relevant experience - preferred **Would relevant experience be considered in lieu of applicable degree?** Yes **Minimum additional years of experience that would be considered in lieu of the applicable degree:** None **Additional** **Job Requirements** + ExperienceinMonthendAccounting + BalanceSheet experience + StrongknowledgeofMSOfficeSuite(Excel,Word, PowerPoint) + Exceptionalorganizationalandcommunicationskills + Detailorientedandabilityto prioritize + Abilityto workunder tight deadlines + ComfortwithERP systems The range of compensation listed here or that may be discussed in the interview process is what Bright Horizons in good faith anticipates offering for this job opening. Actual compensation offers will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education and training, certifications, geography, and other relevant business or organizational factors. **Life at Bright Horizons:** Our people are the heart of our company. Because we’re as committed to our own employees as we are to the children, families, and clients we serve, our collaborative workplaces are designed to grow careers and support personal lives. _Come build a brighter future with us_ . HAVING TECHNICAL ISSUES WITH YOUR APPLICATION? Contact us at bhrecruit@brighthorizons.com or 855-877-6866. Bright Horizons is dedicated to creating a workforce that promotes and supports diversity and inclusion. We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals without discrimination. Bright Horizons complies with the laws and regulations set forth in the following EEO is the Law Poster: EEO – English (https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf) and EEO – Spanish (https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeosp.pdf) along with information on the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) (https://www.dol.gov/whd/regs/compliance/posters/fmlaen.pdf) and Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA) (https://www.dol.gov/whd/regs/compliance/posters/eppac.pdf) . Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the recruitment helpdesk at 855-877-6866 or bhrecruit@brighthorizons.com . Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.