Our client in Arlington, VA is looking for a bright, motivated Staff Accountant to join their accounting team. This is role is ideal for undergraduate rising juniors or seniors pursuing a degree in accounting notably for a public company with a global presence. Candidates working toward CPA are also encouraged to apply.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Participate in the monthly close by preparing month end reconciliations and journal entries for general ledger accounts
- The Staff Accountant will assist with review and approval of journal entries prepared by the affiliated companies
- Assist with A/P and A/R tasks
- The Staff Accountant will maintain Fixed Asset ledger including depreciation and reconciliation to the general ledger
- Manages accounts payable/disbursement
- The Staff Accountant will assist in the annual audit process - create PBC schedules and provide backup support as requested by auditors
- Other back-office support as assigned by the Director of Accounting
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Qualifications:
- Pursuing a BS/Master degree in accounting, or economics
- Strong academic performance, minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.0
- Proven team player and ability to work independently while managing multiple project assignments
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent and demonstrated problem-solving abilities
- Well-developed interpersonal and organizational skills
- Highly proficient in Excel and MSOffice applications
- Knowledge of accounting software