Staff Accountant

Beacon Hill Staffing Group, LLC

Washington, District of Columbia

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$65,000–$80,000 Per Year
JOB TYPE
Full-time, Employee
SKILLS
Accounting, Accounting Close, Accounting Policies, Accounting Software, Accounting Standards and Regulations, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable Processing, Balance Sheet, Best Practices, Biology, Communication Skills, Continuous Improvement, Detail Oriented, Documentation, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Finance, Financial Reporting, Financial Transactions, Fortune 500 Customers, General Ledger Accounting, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Journal Entries, Legal, Maintain Compliance, Microsoft Excel, Multitasking, Organizational Skills, Pivot Tables, Process Improvement, Reconciliation, Record Keeping, Regulations, Time Management, Transaction Processing/Management, Vlookups
LOCATION
Washington, District of Columbia
POSTED
12 days ago

Staff Accountant - Washington, DC


Job Summary
Beacon Hill has partnered with a client in Washington, DC who is looking for a Staff Accountant to join their team. The Staff Accountant will be responsible for supporting core accounting functions, maintaining accurate financial records, and assisting with financial reporting and month-end close processes. This role ensures timely and accurate processing of financial transactions while adhering to accounting best practices and internal controls.

Job Responsibilities
  • Prepare and post journal entries in accordance with accounting standards
  • Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts, including bank and balance sheet accounts
  • Support accounts payable and accounts receivable processes, as needed
  • Assist with monthly, quarterly, and year-end close activities
  • Prepare account reconciliations and investigate variances or discrepancies
  • Assist in the preparation of financial reports and supporting schedules
  • Ensure accurate and timely recording of financial transactions
  • Support audit requests and assist with audit preparation
  • Maintain organized and detailed financial records and documentation
  • Ensure compliance with internal controls and accounting policies
  • Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and efficiencies

Requirements
  • Experience with general ledger, journal entries, and account reconciliations
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (Pivot Tables and VLOOKUP) and accounting software
  • Strong organizational and communication skills
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality of financial information

Preferred Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
  • Experience supporting month-end close and financial reporting
  • Familiarity with ERP or accounting systems
  • Understanding of GAAP and accounting best practices

Beacon Hill is an equal opportunity employer and individuals with disabilities and/or protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

California residents: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

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Company Profile:

Founded by industry leaders to set a new standard in search, career placement and flexible staffing, we deliver coordinated staffing solutions with unparalleled service, a commitment to project completion and success and a passion for innovation, creativity and continuous improvement.

Our niche brands offer a complete suite of staffing services to emerging growth companies and the Fortune 500 across market sectors, career specialties/disciplines and industries. Over time, office locations, specialty practice areas and service offerings will be added to address ever changing constituent needs.

Learn more about Beacon Hill and our specialty divisions, Beacon Hill Associates, Beacon Hill Financial, Beacon Hill HR, Beacon Hill Legal, Beacon Hill Life Sciences and Beacon Hill Technologies by visiting www.bhsg.com.

Benefits Information:

Beacon Hill offers a robust benefit package including, but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, and federal and state leave programs as required by applicable agency regulations to those that meet eligibility. Upon successfully being hired, details will be provided related to our benefit offerings.

We look forward to working with you.

Beacon Hill. Employing the Future™

About the Company

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Beacon Hill Staffing Group, LLC

Beacon Hill Staffing Group was founded to set a new standard in search, career placement and flexible staffing. Our niche brands provide direct hire, executive search, temporary staffing, contract consulting and temp/contract-to-hire solutions to emerging growth companies and the Fortune 500 across market sectors, career specialties/disciplines and industries. Over time, office locations, specialty practice areas and service offerings will be added to address ever changing constituent needs. Learn more about Beacon Hill Staffing Group and our specialty divisions, Beacon Hill Associates, Beacon Hill Financial, Beacon Hill HR, Beacon Hill Government Services, Beacon Hill Legal, Beacon Hill Life Sciences, Beacon Hill Solutions and Beacon Hill Technologies by visiting www.beaconhillstaffing.com. Or you can visit one of our branch locations www.beaconhillstaffing.com/locations We look forward to working with you.
COMPANY SIZE
1,000 to 1,499 employees
INDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
FOUNDED
2000
WEBSITE
https://www.beaconhillstaffing.com/