The posting, in Paperless Parts's own words
archived Sep 11, 2026Paperless Parts is the SaaS-based intelligence layer for modern manufacturing, enabling our customers to innovate faster in the physical world. From rockets to medical devices, we power the parts that move the world forward. Location: Boston, MA (Hybrid) Reports To: VP of Finance Employment Type: Full-Time Travel: N/A This position requires activities that are subject to US Export Control Laws and require US Citizenship or Green Card Holder.
The Opportunity
Paperless Parts is seeking an experienced, operationally focused Senior Accounting Manager to lead our day-to-day accounting functions in Boston. In this role, you will take full ownership of our core financial operations, managing general ledger accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll review and reconciliation, and annual external audit processes. As a player-coach, you will directly supervise and mentor a Staff Accountant, establishing high standards for financial hygiene, internal controls, and US GAAP compliance. Working cross-functionally across the business, you will optimize accounting workflows and deliver timely, accurate financial reporting to support leadership decision-making.
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What Success Looks Like (First 6–12 Months)
Close Acceleration & Accuracy: Streamline month-end close workflows to consistently deliver accurate, GAAP-compliant financial statements within target timelines. Team Leadership & Development: Onboard, mentor, and effectively manage the daily output of the Staff Accountant across AP, AR, and GL reconciliations. Audit Execution: Lead annual external audit readiness, coordinating schedules and deliverables to achieve clean audits with minimal external findings.
Key Responsibilities
Operational Accounting Leadership: Oversee full-cycle day-to-day accounting operations, maintaining strict adherence to US GAAP, ASC 606 revenue recognition principles, and internal controls. Team Management & Development: Direct, mentor, and review the work of one Staff Accountant, overseeing their execution across accounts payable, receivable, cash receipts, and reconciliations. Month-End Close Management: Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close procedures, reviewing journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and financial statements. Payroll & Cash Review: Partner with HR to review and approve periodic payroll processing, ensuring proper general ledger allocations, precise tax entry posting, and bank reconciliations. Audit & Tax Coordination: Serve as the primary lead for external auditors and tax preparers, managing audit workpaper generation, supporting documentation, and compliance filings. Process Optimization: Optimize accounting software, internal control systems, and automated financial workflows to support organizational scale.