Accountant

Beacon Hill; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Unknown in Washington, DC is seeking an Accountant to join a professional organization’s accounting team. The role involves hands-on exposure to accounts receivable, cash management, month-end close activities, and general accounting operations within a collaborative environment.

The ideal candidate is self-sufficient, takes initiative, and thrives in a fast-paced accounting department.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of accounting or accounts receivable experience.
• Experience processing lockboxes, cash applications, cash receipts, and reconciliations.
• Experience assisting with journal entries and month-end close.
• Strong understanding of accounts receivable processes.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to work independently and think through solutions before escalating issues.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Process cash receipts, lockbox transactions, and accounts receivable activity
• Perform daily cash and bank reconciliations
• Assist with cash management reporting and account analysis
• Review and maintain accounts receivable records, ensuring accuracy and timely resolution of discrepancies
• Support month-end close activities, including reconciliations and journal entries
• Assist with customer account research and collection efforts
• Partner with internal departments to resolve accounting and payment-related inquiries
• Investigate and troubleshoot accounting system issues as needed
• Maintain accurate financial records and supporting documentation

Skills

Accounts receivable

Cash management

Journal entries

Reconciliations

Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

Adaptive Planning (Adaptive Insights)

ERP systems

Job description

Accountant (F3120921-AP) Washington, District of Columbia

Salary: USD55000 - USD65000 per year

Accountant

About the Opportunity

A well-established professional organization is seeking a detail-orientedAccountant to support its accounting team during a period of increased activity. This role offers hands-on exposure to accounts receivable, cash management, month-end close activities, and general accounting operations within a collaborative environment.

The ideal candidate is self-sufficient, takes initiative when problem-solving, and thrives in a fast-paced accounting department.

Key Responsibilities

• Process cash receipts, lockbox transactions, and accounts receivable activity


• Perform daily cash and bank reconciliations


• Assist with cash management reporting and account analysis


• Review and maintain accounts receivable records, ensuring accuracy and timely resolution of discrepancies


• Support month-end close activities, including reconciliations and journal entries


• Assist with customer account research and collection efforts


• Partner with internal departments to resolve accounting and payment-related inquiries


• Investigate and troubleshoot accounting system issues as needed


• Maintain accurate financial records and supporting documentation

Required Qualifications

• 1+ years of accounting or accounts receivable experience


• Experience processing lockboxes, cash applications, cash receipts, and reconciliations


• Experience assisting with journal entries and month-end close


• Strong understanding of accounts receivable processes


• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel


• Ability to work independently and think through solutions before escalating issues


• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

Required Software Experience

• Adaptive Planning (Adaptive Insights) experience is required


• Experience working within ERP/accounting systems

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field


• Experience with financial reporting and cash management


• Prior experience supporting high-volume transaction environments