Staff Accountant
Beacon Hill Staffing Group, LLC
Washington DC, DC
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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$55,000–$80,000 Per Year
JOB TYPE
Full-time, Employee
SKILLS
Accounting, Accounting Close, Accounting Software, Accounting Standards and Regulations, Analysis Skills, Balance Sheet, Billing, Biology, Continuous Improvement, Contract Review, Detail Oriented, Employee Orientation, Finance, Financial Reporting, Fortune 500 Customers, General Ledger Accounting, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Income Statements, Internal Audit, Journal Entries, Legal, Operational Support, Organizational Skills, Reconciliation, Record Keeping, Regulations, Revenue Recognition, Revenue/Sales Reporting, Sales, Support Documentation, Time Management
LOCATION
Washington DC, DC
POSTED
1 day ago
Staff Accountant - Washington, DC
Position Overview
Our client is seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support general accounting operations with a primary focus on revenue recognition. This role will be responsible for ensuring revenue is recorded accurately and in accordance with applicable accounting standards, while supporting month-end close and ongoing financial reporting activities.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform revenue recognition activities in accordance with GAAP, including review of contracts, billing schedules, and performance obligations
- Prepare and record journal entries related to revenue, deferred revenue, and related accruals
- Reconcile revenue-related general ledger accounts and investigate variances
- Assist with month-end and year-end close processes, including balance sheet and income statement reconciliations
- Collaborate with billing, sales, or contracts teams to resolve revenue discrepancies and ensure accurate financial reporting
- Maintain supporting schedules and documentation for audits and internal reviews
- Assist with ad hoc reporting and analysis as requested
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
- 2-4+ years of accounting experience, including hands-on revenue recognition exposure
- Working knowledge of GAAP and revenue recognition principles (ASC 606 preferred)
- Experience with general ledger accounting and account reconciliations
- Proficiency with accounting systems and Excel
- Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to meet deadlines
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.
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