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 insurance401(k) retirement planLife insurance

Long-term and short-term disability insurance

Responsibilities:

Timely and accurate posting of accounting transactions as it pertains to the area of the business you support 

Completion and review of balance sheet reconciliations, with careful attention to ensuring fluctuations and balances are appropriate 

Review operating results with senior management, including variances to budget and forecast where necessary 

Identify and escalate any risks and opportunities as you become aware of them 

Collaborate and communicate with the wider finance team members 

Evidence preventative and detective controls to management 

Report financial information to the business and support with follow up queries 

Work professionally as a trusted partner to internal and external customers 

Keep up to date with organizational changes, financial regulations, and the marketplace 

Respond timely and appropriately to issues requiring confidentiality 

Perform ad-hoc analysis as required

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

Experience in Month end Accounting 

Balance Sheet experience 

Strong knowledge of MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) 

Exceptional organizational and communication skills 

Detail oriented and ability to prioritize 

Ability to work under tight deadlines 

Comfort with ERP 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 and EEO – Spanish along with information on the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA).

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.