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Staff Accountant

United States, Herndon · Job Posted June 15, 2026
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We have partnered with a successful firm on their search for a Staff Accountant with hands-on general ledger skills. The responsibilities for this Staff Accountant role consist of handling general accounting operations such as assisting with accounts payable/receivable activities, reviewing general ledger accounts, preparing financial reports, assisting with financial research, processing vendor payments, maintaining internal controls, performing cost analysis, providing customer service as needed and collaborating with financial and executive leadership. The ideal candidate for this role should have possessed great day-to-day accounting abilities in compliance with legal industry standards and firm policies. We are looking for someone with strong problem-solving skills and can maintain accurate financial records and contribute to the overall financial health of the firm.

Job Responsibility

  • Record financial activity through well-documented journal entries and keep the general ledger current and accurate
  • Contribute to the monthly close process by reconciling balance sheet accounts and investigating variances or outstanding items
  • Administer accounts payable activities, including reviewing invoices, assigning proper coding, and coordinating timely disbursements
  • Assist with semi-monthly payroll by validating data, reconciling payroll-related accounts, and helping resolve processing discrepancies
  • Apply accounting support for government contract work, including cost tracking and reporting aligned with applicable contract and compliance standards
  • Strengthen accounting operations by helping refine internal controls, documenting procedures, and supporting process improvements
  • Prepare schedules, supporting files, and other records needed for external audits and compliance-related reviews
  • Support compliance reporting requirements, including incurred cost submissions and other related financial documentation
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to promote accurate project costing and maintain the integrity of financial information

Requirements

  • 3 to 6 years of accounting experience in a hands-on accounting role
  • Practical experience with accounts payable, payroll support, journal entries, and general ledger maintenance
  • Familiarity with government contract accounting and a working understanding of applicable compliance requirements
  • Strong Excel capabilities and experience using accounting software
  • Deltek Costpoint is preferred
  • Careful attention to detail with the ability to organize work and manage competing deadlines effectively
  • Experience in a small or mid-sized business setting
  • Knowledge of corporate tax, sales tax, or related tax reporting processes is a plus

Nice to have

  • Knowledge of corporate tax, sales tax, or related tax reporting processes
  • Deltek Costpoint preferred

What we offer

  • medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
  • 401(k) plan
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