Staff Accountant

Job Description

Our client, a non-profit with a dedicated and neutral mission, is seeking a Staff Accountant to join their organization in Washington DC. As a Staff Accountant in this organization, you will play a crucial role in driving the accounts payable/AP process, credit card management, monthly close and more!

Offering:

HYBRID flexibility.

Fantastic benefits - 100% employer-paid!

401k.

A true ability to make a difference in your own personal life, as well as others, due to the specific mission this organization represents.

Great culture with energetic/passionate individuals.

Fun work environment.

Staff/AP Accountant Responsibilities:

Conduct weekly review of all invoices and check requests to ensure accuracy, proper substantiation documents, and relevant authorization.

Verify appropriate accounting codes, programs, and grants for each transaction.

Address and resolve any discrepancies found in invoices promptly.

Communicate with vendors and employees to respond to inquiries and resolve issues.

Maintain comprehensive records related to accounts payable and ensure accurate filing.

Process corporate credit card transactions monthly, ensuring submission of necessary substantiation documents and adherence to expense policies.

Reconcile credit card expenses and prepare journal entries for accurate recording.

Perform monthly analysis and reconciliation of accounts receivable, accounts payable, and other designated accounts.

Issue invoices for accounts receivable as necessary.

Validate consultant payments against contract schedules for accuracy.

Prepare 1099 forms and assist with year-end closing activities.

Provide support to the team during month-end, year-end closing processes, Form 990 filing, and audit activities as required.

Staff/AP Accountant Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting.

2+ years of experience performing full-cycle accounting.

Understanding of GAAP.

Familiarity using accounting software, such as Microsoft Dynamics or QuickBooks.

Non-profit experience = major plus.

Payroll processing and tax experience = major plus.Company Description

CFS is a leading, employee-owned staffing firm—the largest one founded by CPA firms. With more than two decades of experience helping companies locate, attract and hire exceptional accounting, finance & IT professionals, CFS has unique resources to better understand hiring needs, attract higher-caliber candidates and assess candidate potential. Established in 1994, CFS today operates 30+ offices across 21 states and the Caribbean. Serving most major U.S. markets and beyond, CFS connects companies with candidates, from entry-level to executive level, temporary to direct hire and project support to interim management.

CFS was named to Forbes’ list of “Best Professional Recruiting Firms” three years in a row and also cited by LinkedIn as one of the “Most Socially Engaged Staffing Agencies” two years in a row!