Accountant I - Mission-Driven Finance & GAAP

the USO; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 58,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

401k match

Comprehensive benefits

Education reimbursement

Job summary

The USO in Arlington, VA is seeking an in-person Accounting/Finance Associate to support daily cash receipts, AP processes, and journal entries. The role requires a related degree and 1–3 years experience in clerical or accounting support, preferably in a not-for-profit or military context.

You will manage AV and AP workflow, ensure GAAP compliance, and assist with reconciliations and vendor communications. Excellent communication and confidentiality are essential; English fluency is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a Business Administration field and a demonstrated understanding of accounting principles through work experience
• 1–3 years of work experience in a clerical or accounting support role
• Relevant experience in a not-for-profit, military, multicultural, and/or global organization preferred
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills
• Ability to handle confidential information and communicate using multiple channels with tact and poise
• Proficiency in written and oral communications
• Fluency in English with the ability to speak, read, and write at a native level preferred
• Ability to perform basic accounting and business functions such as budget/account reconciliation, journal/ledger entries, and banking transactions
• Strong knowledge of various software programs including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access and Outlook

Responsibilities

• Review, analyze, and prepare daily transactions including cash receipts, deposits, and inbound credit card transactions
• Manage Accounts Payable inboxes in Coupa and expense submissions
• Process AP invoices and expense reimbursements for policy compliance
• Prepare disbursement check register for leadership approval
• Prepare revenue contract entries and issue invoices as needed
• Record cash receipts and apply payments to open AR items
• Review in-kind donation submissions for policy compliance and accurate valuation
• Reconcile prepaid postage and record wire transfers
• Prepare journal entries in Sage Intacct per GAAP
• Provide admin support to corporate cardholders and manage related tickets
• Import monthly statements and reconcile balance sheet accounts
• Distribute AP mail and draft correspondence and reports
• Other duties and special projects as assigned

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Detail oriented

Time management

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or business administration

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Access

Outlook

Job description

The USO in Arlington, VA is seeking an in-person Accounting/Finance Associate to support daily cash receipts, AP processes, and journal entries. The role requires a related degree and 1–3 years experience in clerical or accounting support, preferably in a not-for-profit or military context.

You will manage AV and AP workflow, ensure GAAP compliance, and assist with reconciliations and vendor communications. Excellent communication and confidentiality are essential; English fluency is expected.