Staff Accountant
Beacon Hill Staffing Group, LLC
Washington DC, DC
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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$60,000–$80,000 Per Year
JOB TYPE
Full-time, Employee
SKILLS
Accounting, Accounting Close, Accounting Policies, Accounting Software, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable Processing, Analysis Skills, Auditing, Balance Sheet, Billing, Biology, Budgeting, Cash Applications, Communication Skills, Continuous Improvement, Detail Oriented, Documentation, Expense Tracking, Finance, Financial Compliance, Financial Reporting, Financial Statements, Fortune 500 Customers, Fund Accounting, Fund Reporting, Funding, General Ledger Accounting, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Grant Writing, Intuit Quickbooks, Journal Entries, Legal, Maintain Compliance, Multitasking, NetSuite, Nonprofit, Operational Strategy, Operational Support, Organizational Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Reconciliation, Record Keeping, Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Restricted Funds, Time Management
LOCATION
Washington DC, DC
POSTED
Today
Staff Accountant - Washington, DC
Overview
Beacon Hill Financial has partnered with a client in Washington, DC in their search for a Staff Accountant to join their team. This role is responsible for supporting general accounting operations, including grant accounting, fund accounting, and financial reporting within a nonprofit environment. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and experienced with nonprofit accounting processes and compliance requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Support day-to-day accounting operations, including journal entries, general ledger maintenance, and month-end close.
Perform account reconciliations, including cash, prepaid expenses, and balance sheet accounts.
Assist with grant and restricted fund accounting, including tracking expenditures and maintaining accurate funding records.
Prepare grant billing, invoices, and financial reports in accordance with donor guidelines and deadlines.
Monitor grant spending and assist with budget-to-actual analysis across multiple funding sources.
Support accounts payable and accounts receivable processes, including invoice review and cash application.
Assist with audit preparation, including gathering supporting documentation and responding to auditor requests.
Prepare internal financial reports and assist with financial statement preparation.
Collaborate with program and finance teams to ensure accurate financial tracking and compliance with funding requirements.
Identify and support process improvements to enhance reporting accuracy and operational efficiency.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
Nonprofit accounting experience required, including exposure to grant accounting and/or restricted funds.
Experience with general ledger, reconciliations, and month-end close processes required.
Knowledge of GAAP and nonprofit accounting principles.
Experience supporting audits and preparing financial documentation preferred.
Proficiency with accounting systems (e.g., QuickBooks, MIP, NetSuite, or similar) and Excel required.
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Highly detail-oriented with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively
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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