Staff Accountant

We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support core accounting operations for an organization based in Washington, District of Columbia. This contract opportunity with permanent potential is well suited for someone who enjoys maintaining accurate financial records, handling daily transactional activity, and contributing to a smooth month-end process. The ideal candidate will bring strong reconciliation experience, sound judgment in vendor and payment matters, and confidence working within Sage Intacct.

Responsibilities:
• Prepare and post journal entries to maintain accurate and timely financial records across assigned accounts.
• Complete bank and credit card reconciliations, investigate discrepancies, and resolve outstanding items efficiently.
• Support accounts payable activities by reviewing invoices, coordinating approvals, and ensuring vendors are paid correctly and on schedule.
• Assist with month-end close by organizing account activity, validating balances, and helping finalize reporting deadlines.
• Manage vendor-related accounting matters, including communication, record maintenance, and payment issue resolution.
• Monitor bank transactions and process wire transfers with close attention to accuracy, authorization, and internal controls.
• Gather schedules and supporting documentation for audits and other financial reviews to help ensure readiness and compliance.
• Use Sage Intacct to enter, track, and reconcile accounting data while maintaining organized and reliable records.

Qualifications:

• Hands-on experience in a Staff Accountant or similar accounting role with responsibility for day-to-day general ledger activity.
• Strong working knowledge of journal entries, account reconciliations, and month-end close procedures.
• Experience supporting accounts payable functions, including invoice handling and vendor payment coordination.
• Familiarity with reviewing banking activity, reconciling credit card accounts, and processing wire transactions.
• Ability to prepare organized audit support and maintain accurate financial documentation.
• Proficiency with Sage Intacct or comparable accounting software used in a multi-function finance environment.
• High level of accuracy, sound problem-solving ability, and strong organizational skills in a deadline-driven setting.

Compensation

$33.25-$38.50 Hourly

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