Staff Accountant

Overview
We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our finance team.

This role will be remote until the office space is found, This vital role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the financial health and integrity of our organization through precise accounting practices and comprehensive financial analysis. As a key member of our accounting department, you will support various accounting functions, ensure compliance with GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles), and assist in maintaining accurate financial records across multiple platforms. Your proactive approach and strong technical skills will help drive our financial success and operational efficiency.

Duties

• Prepare, review, and analyze journal entries, account reconciliations, and general ledger transactions to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Manage accounts payable and receivable processes, including invoice processing, payment scheduling, and vendor communications.
• Conduct balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring all accounts are properly reconciled in accordance with company policies and GAAP standards.
• Assist with month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing activities, including financial statement preparation and variance analysis.
• Support internal controls compliance, including SOX (Sarbanes-Oxley Act) procedures, and participate in audits by providing necessary documentation and explanations.
• Utilize various financial software systems such as QuickBooks, Sage, Xero, and others to streamline accounting operations.
• Contribute to process improvements by identifying efficiencies in data entry, payroll management, or reporting workflows.
• Support tax preparation activities by gathering relevant data and ensuring timely submissions for federal, state, and local taxes.
• Support other tasks as needed.

Skills

• Strong understanding of GAAP principles along with experience in governmental or non-profit accounting environments preferred.
• Proficiency with accounting software such as QuickBooks, Xero, Sage, PeopleSoft or similar platforms.
• Knowledge of payroll management systems including ADP or Paychex; experience.
• Demonstrated ability to perform account reconciliation, journal entries, balance sheet analysis, and general ledger accounting efficiently.
• Excellent math skills combined with a solid grasp of financial concepts like debits & credits, account analysis, budgeting, credit analysis and financial acumen.
• Experience working within internal control frameworks such as SOX compliance; familiarity with audit procedures is beneficial.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities effectively while maintaining attention to detail in data entry and bookkeeping tasks.
• Strong communication skills for collaborating across departments and supporting external audits or tax filings. Join us to be part of a vibrant team dedicated to excellence in financial management! Your expertise will help shape the future of our organization’s growth while advancing your career in a supportive environment that values your contributions every step of the way.

To be competitive please submit a loom video stating why this is the perfect role for you.

Pay: $15.00 - $18.00 per hour

Application Question(s):

• Must have QuickBooks Online experience
• How many years of US bookkeeping experience do you have?

License/Certification:

• QuickBooks Online experience (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Falls Church, VA 22044