Staff Accountant (titled Accounting Manager)

Lee Hecht Harrison

Vienna, VA

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$30–$34 Per Hour
SKILLS
Accounting, Accounting Close, Accounting Software, Accounting Standards and Regulations, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable Processing, Analysis Skills, Balance Sheet, Budget Management, Budget Reporting, Budgeting, Dental Insurance, Depreciation, Detail Oriented, Documentation, Employee Orientation, Expense Allocation, External Audit, Finance, Financial Compliance, Financial Reporting, Forecasting, Fund Accounting, General Ledger Accounting, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Intuit Quickbooks, Journal Entries, Maintain Compliance, Nonprofit, Performance Analysis, Reconciliation, Revenue Recognition, Revenue/Sales Reporting, Variance Analysis, Vision Plan
LOCATION
Vienna, VA
POSTED
10 days ago

Position Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant with nonprofit experience to support the day-to-day accounting operations and financial reporting of the organization. This role is responsible for maintaining the general ledger, supporting audit preparation, assisting with budgeting activities, and ensuring compliance with GAAP and nonprofit accounting standards.

Key Responsibilities

General Ledger & Month-End Close

  • Prepare and post journal entries, including accruals, prepaid expenses, and depreciation

  • Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts and subsidiary ledgers

  • Perform monthly bank and balance sheet reconciliations

  • Assist with month-end and year-end close processes

Financial Reporting & Compliance

  • Prepare financial reports, including budget-to-actual analyses

  • Ensure compliance with GAAP and nonprofit accounting regulations

  • Support grant and fund accounting, including revenue recognition and reporting

Audit Preparation

  • Assist in preparation of audit schedules, workpapers, and supporting documentation

  • Coordinate with external auditors and respond to audit inquiries

  • Maintain accurate and audit-ready financial records throughout the year

Budgeting & Forecasting

  • Assist with the annual budgeting process and periodic forecasts

  • Monitor budget performance and analyze variances

  • Partner with program teams to ensure proper fund allocation and spending

Additional Accounting Functions

  • Support accounts payable and receivable processes as needed

  • Track and reconcile restricted funds, grants, and donor contributions

  • Maintain fixed asset schedules and record depreciation

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

  • 3+ years of accounting experience, preferably within a nonprofit organization

  • Strong understanding of general ledger accounting and financial reporting

  • Experience with audit preparation and external audit support

  • Hands-on experience with budgeting and financial analysis

  • Proficiency in Excel and accounting systems (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage Intacct, or similar)

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance.

  • 401k retirement account.

Pay Details: $30.00 to $34.00 per hour

Search managed by: Matthew Nolan

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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  • The California Fair Chance Act
  • Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
  • Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
  • San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

About the Company

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Lee Hecht Harrison