Staff Accountant

We are seeking a Staff Accountant to join a fast paced financial services firm in Washington, DC. This position will have a strong focus on accounts payable while also supporting general accounting, reconciliations, and month-end close activities.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on AP experience along with a solid foundation in general ledger accounting and be interested in continuing to develop their broader accounting skill set.

• Manage day-to-day accounts payable activities, including invoice processing, coding, approvals, and vendor payments.
• Review invoices and expenses for accuracy, appropriate documentation, and proper general ledger coding.
• Maintain vendor records and research invoice or payment discrepancies.
• Prepare account and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Prepare and post journal entries as needed.
• Assist with month-end and year-end close activities.
• Review AP aging and reconcile accounts payable balances to the general ledger.
• Support employee expense reimbursements and corporate credit card reconciliations.
• Assist with annual 1099 preparation and other AP-related reporting.
• Provide documentation and accounting support for internal and external audits.
• Assist with additional general accounting projects as needed.

• 2+ years of accounts payable, staff accounting, or general accounting experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.
• Strong understanding of accounts payable and basic general ledger accounting.
• Experience with reconciliations, journal entries, and month-end close preferred.
• Nonprofit or association accounting experience is a plus.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and accounting/ERP systems.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and ability to manage multiple priorities