Staff Accountant Washington, District of Columbia | Robert Half

Staff Accountant

We are looking for a Staff Accountant to join a team on a contract basis. This position supports day-to-day accounting operations and requires someone who can manage core financial activities with accuracy and strong attention to detail. The role offers a permanent schedule of 40 hours per week and will contribute across billing, payables, receivables, and account balancing functions.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and issue customer invoices while monitoring outstanding balances and supporting timely payment collection.
• Manage accounts receivable activities, including posting payments, tracking aging, and following up on overdue accounts.
• Process accounts payable transactions by reviewing invoices, coding expenses, and coordinating accurate vendor payments.
• Complete account reconciliations to ensure financial records are aligned and discrepancies are resolved promptly.
• Record journal entries and maintain general ledger accuracy in support of monthly accounting activities.
• Use Sage Intacct to enter, review, and organize accounting data and transaction records.
• Assist with broader accounting tasks as needed to support ongoing operational demands.
• Contribute to selected contracting and expansion-related accounting activities when assigned.