Accounting Specialist Jobs in Massachusetts

Accounting Specialist jobs in Massachusetts concentrate heavily in financial services, healthcare, higher education, and life sciences, with demand at every level from entry-level accounts payable clerks to senior reconciliation analysts. The most active hiring markets are Boston, Worcester, and Springfield, where large employers such as Fidelity Investments, Mass General Brigham, and Liberty Mutual consistently staff accounting teams. The most sought-after specialties in Massachusetts include accounts payable and receivable management, general ledger reconciliation, and grant accounting for the state's large nonprofit and research sectors. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles13
Top employerDana-Farber Cancer Institute
Top cityBoston, MA
Cities hiring11
Work type44% On-site
Top industryBiotechnology

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Revenue Operations & Accounting Specialist
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Revenue Operations & Accounting Specialist
Convergent Dental
Waltham, Massachusetts
Administrative & Office Support
Business Analysis
Project Management
$75k - $85k/yr
Bachelor's degree in finance
51-200

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Construction Accounting Specialist (AP/AR)
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Construction Accounting Specialist (AP/AR)
Argus Construction Corp.
Bedford, Massachusetts
Customer Service
$50k - $60k/yr
On-Site

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Business Operations & Accounting Specialist
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Business Operations & Accounting Specialist
RealFood Hospitality, Strategy & Design
Newton, Massachusetts
Business Operations
Human Resources (HR) — Generalist
Recruiting & Talent Acquisition
Remote (US)
Bachelor's degree

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Staff Accountant / Billing Specialist [Hybrid Eligible]
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Staff Accountant / Billing Specialist [Hybrid Eligible]
Victory Programs
Jamaica Plain, Massachusetts
Customer Support
IT Support
Technical Program Management
Hybrid
CPR Certification
51-200

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Senior Clinical Research Accounting Specialist
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Senior Clinical Research Accounting Specialist
Dana-Farber Cancer Institute
Brookline, Massachusetts
Finance
Accounting
Healthcare Administration
Audit
Tax
$89k - $98k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's
5,001-10,000

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Accounting Specialist Jobs by City in Massachusetts

Where Massachusetts roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Boston
2 jobs
Brookline
2 jobs
Newton
1 job
Andover
1 job
Ashland
1 job
Bedford
1 job
Waltham
1 job
Cambridge
1 job
Wilmington
1 job

Accounting Specialist Job Market in Massachusetts

A snapshot from current Massachusetts openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute2 open roles
Boston Red Sox1 open role
Dumpsters R Us1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals

What Massachusetts Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in accounting specialist jobs across Massachusetts.

  • Associate or bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a closely related field
  • Proficiency in ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or PeopleSoft
  • Two or more years of experience in accounts payable, receivable, or general ledger
  • Strong knowledge of GAAP principles and month-end close procedures
  • Experience with Microsoft Excel including pivot tables and VLOOKUP functions
  • Familiarity with Massachusetts state tax reporting and sales tax compliance requirements

Accounting Specialist Jobs in Massachusetts: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become an accounting specialist in Massachusetts?

Most accounting specialist roles in Massachusetts require at least an associate degree in accounting or finance, with many employers preferring a bachelor's degree. Massachusetts does not require a state license to work as an accounting specialist, but earning a Certified Bookkeeper credential through the American Institute of Professional Bookkeepers strengthens your candidacy. Familiarity with Massachusetts-specific tax compliance and grant reporting is a consistent advantage in the state's financial services and healthcare hiring markets.

Which companies hire accounting specialists in Massachusetts?

Employers hiring accounting specialists in Massachusetts right now include Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Boston Red Sox, and Dumpsters R Us, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Massachusetts's deep concentration of hospitals, universities, and financial institutions means demand for accounting specialists remains consistent throughout the year across both the private and nonprofit sectors.

Which Massachusetts cities have the most accounting specialist jobs?

Boston, Brookline, and Newton have the most accounting specialist openings in Massachusetts. Boston leads because of its concentration of major financial institutions, hospital systems, and corporate headquarters, while Worcester and Springfield draw steady accounting hiring from regional healthcare networks, manufacturers, and higher education institutions that anchor those local economies.

Are there remote accounting specialist jobs in Massachusetts?

Yes, and more than most fields. About 56% of accounting specialist openings tied to Massachusetts are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how much of the work involves digital ledgers, cloud-based ERP systems, and email-based vendor communication. The most remote-friendly tasks tend to be accounts payable processing, reconciliations, and financial reporting, while roles involving physical document handling or on-site audit support are more likely to require in-person presence.

How can I get hired as an accounting specialist in Massachusetts with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is an accounts payable or accounts receivable clerk role, which large Massachusetts employers such as Mass General Brigham, state agencies, and major universities routinely hire for without requiring prior specialist experience. Community colleges across Massachusetts, including Bunker Hill Community College and Quinsigamond Community College, offer accounting certificate programs that employers recognize. Lateral moves from administrative coordinator or billing specialist roles are common, and candidates who demonstrate proficiency in Excel and a basic working knowledge of GAAP are consistently prioritized for first accounting roles.

Where can I find and apply to accounting specialist jobs in Massachusetts?

You can find and apply to accounting specialist jobs in Massachusetts on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the state. Search the listings, find the roles that match your background and location preference, and apply directly to the ones that fit.

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