Accounting Specialist Job in Raleigh, NC

Staff Accountant

We are looking for a Staff Accountant to support a government organization in Raleigh, North Carolina through a Contract to Permanent opportunity. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys managing day-to-day accounting operations, maintaining accurate financial records, and working across both payables and receivables in a hybrid environment. The role offers the chance to contribute to a stable team while supporting essential financial processes with attention to detail and sound judgment.

Responsibilities:

• Process vendor invoices, employee reimbursements, and payment activity with accuracy and timeliness.
• Manage customer billing and incoming payments while helping maintain current and well-documented receivable balances.
• Reconcile general ledger accounts and investigate discrepancies to ensure reliable financial reporting.
• Perform routine accounting support across daily transactions, month-end activities, and record maintenance.
• Use Sage Intacct and  to enter, track, and verify financial data and payment workflows.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to resolve invoice, billing, and account issues efficiently.
• Maintain organized financial documentation and ensure accounting records align with internal policies and audit needs.
• Assist with knowledge transfer and continuity of accounting operations as responsibilities shift within the finance team.