Accounting Assistant

ford agency; Washington; On-site; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ford Agency is seeking an accounting professional to join the DC office of a respected professional services firm. The role focuses on legal billing, AP/AR, and payroll support, with a culture noted for staff tenure.

Candidates should have 2+ years of accounting experience and be motivated by a strong benefits package. This opening requires candidates to be based in the DC/MD/VA area or relocate accordingly.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of hands-on accounting and AP/AR experience.
• Proficiency in professional communication and strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and collaborate with a team.

Responsibilities

• Handle client billing using electronic billing processes.
• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable.
• Prepare monthly reports and investigate invoices.
• Assist with payroll entry.
• Assist with other accounting and administrative tasks.

Skills

Hands-on accounting

Communication skills

Organization skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

3E

Chrome River

Job description

The Ford Agency is recruiting for an up and coming accounting professional to join the DC office of a great professional services firm based in DC. This role will work on legal billing, AP/AR, and provide support to payroll and some other HR functions. A rare opening with a firm that has very strong staff tenure and a stand-out work culture in the legal community.

If you have 2+ years of accounting experience and are looking for a great role with great benefits,

Responsibilities

• Handle client billing using E-billing processes
• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable
• Prepare monthly reports and investigate invoices
• Assist with payroll entry
• Assist with other accounting and administrative related tasks

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree
• 2+ years of hands-on accounting & AP/AR experience, legal experience a plus
• Proficiency with 3E or Chrome River a plus
• Professional communication and organization skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Desire to work with a collaborative and supportive team
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Compensation

• 60K+ annually

Candidates for this position must be based in DC, MD, or VA area or have independent plans for relocation.

This position is an opening with one of our clients.