Staff Accountant

Description We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our team in Washington, District of Columbia. This position is ideal for someone who thrives on maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring compliance with accounting standards. As part of a long-term contract role, you will play a key role in managing financial processes and supporting organizational goals.

Responsibilities:

- Oversee the weekly review and processing of check requests, purchase orders, and reimbursements while ensuring compliance with company policies and accurate general ledger coding.

- Handle various disbursement types, including issuing checks, initiating payments, and posting direct debits and wire transfers, while adhering to internal controls and deadlines.

- Prepare and record recurring monthly journal entries and other necessary adjustments to maintain accurate financial records.

- Reconcile accounts payable subsidiary systems with the general ledger, including prepaid expenses and other assigned accounts.

- Ensure timely processing of centrally billed invoices to support organizational operations.

- Identify and resolve disbursement discrepancies, escalating complex issues to supervisors when necessary.

- Maintain and organize electronic records for easy access, ensuring compliance with company procedures and best practices.

- Review corporate card transactions and employee expense reports to verify supporting documentation, accurate coding, and adherence to travel and expense policies.

- Follow up on missing receipts, approvals, and other documentation to ensure compliance with organizational procedures. Requirements - Proven experience in processing journal entries and maintaining general ledger accounts.

- Familiarity with financial software, such as Navision, and proficiency in accounts payable processes.

- Strong knowledge of expense management systems like Concur.

- Attention to detail and ability to ensure compliance with accounting standards and internal policies.

- Excellent organizational skills with a focus on maintaining accurate and accessible financial records.

- Problem-solving abilities to proactively address discrepancies and financial issues.

- Effective communication skills for collaborating with team members and resolving inquiries.

- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.

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