Full-Time

Staff Accountant

Updated on 3/13/2025

FM Global

FM Global

5,001-10,000 employees

Compensation Overview

$72.2k - $103.7kAnnually

+ Incentive Plan + Career Development Opportunities + Tuition Reimbursement + Flexible Work + Time Off Allowances

Mid, Senior

Waltham, MA, USA

Core on-site workdays required are Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. Flexibility for remote work on Tuesdays or Fridays, based on business needs. Considering applicants within 50 miles of Waltham, MA. Relocation is not offered.

Category
Financial Accounting
Financial Analysis
Management Accounting
Accounting
Required Skills
Word/Pages/Docs
Excel/Numbers/Sheets
Requirements
  • 3-5 years of related work experience in general accounting or financial reporting
  • Knowledge of general accounting principles and practices
  • Proficiency with financial systems and standard software applications (PeopleSoft; Microsoft Excel, Access, PowerPoint, and Word)
  • Attention to detail and focus on tasks at hand
  • Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills
  • Good communication skills
  • Ability to work independently in a deadline-driven environment
Responsibilities
  • Preparing reports and conducting routine analysis to reconcile financial data on a timely basis; prepares ledgers and makes journal entries; may be responsible for fixed asset or inventory accounting, preparing trial balance or financial statements.
  • Presenting findings and supporting financial information to Accounting management or team lead; prepares appropriate commentary or explanations relating to issues/information of particular interest.
  • Communicating with operating or staff personnel to supply or explain data, secure information, or offer additional support.
  • Participates in special projects to provide routine accounting information and support.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
Desired Qualifications
  • Hospitality and/or property accounting work experience is highly preferred
  • Exposure to public accounting and/or data analysis
  • Experience with Yardi
  • Experience with VLookup or XLookup
  • Professional Certification (CPA, CMA)
  • Bachelor’s Degree

Company Size

5,001-10,000

Company Stage

Debt Financing

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Hartford, Connecticut

Founded

1835

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • FM's partnership with Rory McIlroy enhances global brand recognition and client engagement.
  • FM's $400 million resilience credit supports client investment in climate resilience.
  • FM's expansion in Providence indicates growth and increased operational capacity.

What critics are saying

  • FM's rebranding might confuse clients and impact brand recognition.
  • FM's expansion in Providence could face regulatory or construction challenges.
  • FM's renewable energy unit may struggle against established competitors.

What makes FM Global unique

  • FM offers engineering-based solutions for fire and natural disaster protection.
  • FM provides data-backed risk management to over one-third of Fortune 1000 companies.
  • FM's mutual company structure allows significant membership credits to client owners.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Professional Development Budget

Flexible Work Hours

Paid Vacation

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