Staff Accountant Location: Hybrid - Washington, DC Employment Type: Full-Time
Overview
Cherry Bekaert Recruiting & Staffing is partnered with a well-established organization in the Washington, DC area seeking a Staff Accountant to support day-to-day accounting operations. This role will focus on core operational accounting functions and provide exposure to general ledger activity, reconciliations, close support, and financial reporting processes.
This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career accounting professional looking to build strong foundational experience in a collaborative environment.
Key Responsibilities
Prepare journal entries and maintain accurate accounting records
Perform account reconciliations and research discrepancies
Assist with accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger support as needed
Support month-end close and reporting activities
Maintain schedules and documentation for audits and internal reporting
Help improve accounting processes and reporting accuracy
Support ad hoc accounting projects as assigned
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
1–3 years of accounting experience preferred
Strong foundation in core operational accounting functions
CPA preferred
Experience with large ERP systems such as NetSuite, Sage Intacct, Unanet, Costpoint, or similar is preferred
Proficiency in Excel and strong organizational skills required
Detail-oriented with a willingness to learn and grow
Numbers & Facts
Location
District of Columbia
Website
https://www.cbh.com
Skills
Accountingunmatched
Accounting Closeunmatched
Accounting Policiesunmatched
Accounts Payableunmatched
Accounts Receivableunmatched
Certified Public Accountant (CPA)unmatched
Deltek Costpointunmatched
Detail Orientedunmatched
Documentationunmatched
ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning)unmatched
Financeunmatched
Financial Reportingunmatched
General Ledger Accountingunmatched
Internal Auditunmatched
Journal Entriesunmatched
Microsoft Excelunmatched
NetSuiteunmatched
Organizational Skillsunmatched
Process Improvementunmatched
Reconciliationunmatched
Record Keepingunmatched
Team Playerunmatched
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