Staff Accountant

• Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date general ledger records to support monthly and year‑end financial reporting
• Establish, maintain, and enhance internal control procedures to safeguard company assets and ensure compliance with established policies and workflows
• Prepare recurring journal entries and perform detailed monthly account reconciliations
• Oversee daily cash activity, including monitoring bank transactions, initiating wire transfers, and completing reconciliations for bank and credit card accounts
• Administer accounts payable functions, including review, approval, and processing of weekly payment cycles
• Review and process employee and partner expense reports in accordance with company policies
• Coordinate documentation and support schedules related to year‑end financial close activities
• Prepare and distribute annual 1099 filings for independent contractors and vendors
• Provide support for tax planning initiatives and assist with compiling materials for the external accounting firm
• Participate in monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes to ensure timely and accurate reporting
• Assist with the preparation of budgets and forecasts, including analysis and explanation of variances between actual results and projections
• Evaluate existing accounting practices and recommend process improvements to strengthen efficiency and internal controls
• Uphold strict confidentiality standards, demonstrate sound ethical judgment, and maintain professional integrity
• Collaborate effectively with finance leadership and accounting team members in a team‑oriented environment
• Demonstrate initiative, adaptability, and a strong desire for continued professional development

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business, or a related field
• Minimum of 5+ years of progressive accounting experience
• Solid understanding of U.S. GAAP and standard accounting practices and procedures
• Hands‑on experience with Deltek required
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office tools
• Prior accounting experience within professional services or project‑based environments preferred
• Proven ability to manage competing deadlines in a fast‑paced setting
• High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and analytical capability
• Self‑directed, well‑organized, and capable of working independently as well as collaboratively
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a professional demeanor across in‑person, phone, and written interactions

Prior accounting experience within professional services or project‑based environments

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Employer‑paid life insurance and short‑ and long‑term disability coverage
• Paid time off
• Participation in a 401(k) plan with company match