Staff Accountant

Description We are looking for a Staff Accountant to support core accounting operations and help maintain accurate financial records for the organization in Ashburn, Virginia. This role is well suited for someone who enjoys working with detailed financial data, managing recurring accounting tasks, and contributing to timely reporting cycles. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical ability, a service-oriented mindset, and the initiative to improve day-to-day accounting processes.

Responsibilities:

- Reconcile bank activity each month to ensure cash records are complete, accurate, and aligned with account balances.

- Contribute to month-end and year-end close activities by preparing supporting entries, organizing documentation, and helping meet reporting deadlines.

- Record and apply incoming payments while maintaining accurate cash receipt documentation within the accounting system.

- Generate and process customer invoices for accounts receivable, ensuring transactions are entered correctly and tracked through completion.

- Review cash positions on a daily basis to support visibility into available balances and ongoing financial activity.

- Prepare recurring and special-request financial reports, including balance sheets and income statements, for clients and internal stakeholders.

- Support the creation of internal financial summaries and other accounting-related analyses as business needs arise.

- Participate in special assignments and continuous improvement efforts, including identifying ways to make accounting workflows more efficient.

- Assist with general ledger activity, journal entries, and tax-related accounting support, including corporate and sales tax processes when needed. Requirements

- Demonstrated experience in staff accounting or a similar accounting support role.

- Working knowledge of general ledger activity, journal entries, and financial reporting fundamentals.

- Familiarity with accounts receivable processing, cash applications, and bank reconciliations.

- Exposure to corporate tax, sales tax, or corporate tax return support is preferred.

- Strong attention to detail with the ability to learn quickly and manage a steady workload efficiently.

- Clear communication skills, sound analytical judgment, and a proactive approach to resolving issues.

- Ability to collaborate effectively with teammates while providing responsive, high-quality service to clients and internal partners.

Please reach out to Mahil Santram via Linked In if interested in this Staff Accountant role.

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