Our client, a reputable nonprofit in the DC/Metro area is seeking a Staff Accountant to join their team. This position will support the efforts of the Accounting team and report directly to the Controller.

Primary Responsibilities:

The Staff Accountant will prepare relevant management reports, including monthly, quarterly and year-end reports (gross payroll, hours worked, vacation accrual, tax deductions, benefit deductions, etc.)
Critically review and analyze current payroll, benefits and tax procedures in order to recommend and implement changes leading to best-practice operations
The Staff Accountant will input vendor bills accurately into accounting software
Ensure bills are paid on time and process payments on a weekly basis
Reconcile vendor statements, research and correct discrepancies
Prepare and send out timely invoices on a monthly basis
Post payments by recording cash, checks, and credit card transactions in accounting software
Reconcile the accounts receivable ledger to ensure that all payments are accounted for and properly posted
Track and ensure payments are received on a timely basis and follow-up on past-due invoices
Document standard operating procedures and controls
Maintain schedules and reconciliations of prepaid expense and accounts payable/receivable balances

Qualifications:

2 - 10 years of Accounting Experience
Four-year college degree required, college courses in accounting preferred
Experience with Great Plains Accounting software
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)