Accounting Assistant: AP & GL Support | Hybrid

Ahc-Inc; Arlington (VA); Hybrid; USD 42.000 - 62.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Hybrid work schedule

Comprehensive benefits package

Zusammenfassung

AHC (Affordable Homes & Communities) in Arlington, VA is seeking an Accounting Assistant to manage accounts payable and support general accounting functions in a nonprofit housing organization.

The role includes ledger reconciliations, donor and grant tracking, and treasury support within a hybrid office setting. Strong GAAP knowledge, attention to detail, and ability to handle confidential information are essential.

Qualifikationen

• Proven experience in accounts payable or a general accounting support role.
• Solid understanding of GAAP and basic general ledger accounting principles.
• Familiarity with accounting software (MIP, Avid, Concur, or similar) and Microsoft Office/Excel.
• Exceptional organizational skills, high attention to detail, and commitment to meeting deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
• Capable of working both independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Problem-solver with initiative, analytical thinking, and a collaborative work style.

Aufgaben

• Process and manage invoices with accurate coding and timely payment.
• Reconcile accounts payable and maintain detailed records.
• Collaborate with vendors and internal departments to resolve payment issues.
• Assist in preparing payment runs and approvals.
• Oversee vendor forms and approval workflows.
• Support Positive Pay processes with banking partners.
• Ensure adherence to policies and internal controls.
• Prepare and post basic journal entries for recurring expenses, revenue, accruals, and intercompany transactions.
• Maintain ledger accuracy through timely reconciliations and account analysis.
• Track and reconcile cash receipts, donations, grants, and contributions.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing procedures.
• Prepare documents for external audits and tax reporting.
• Assist with cash monitoring and daily inflows/outflows across bank accounts.
• Provide operational support for wire transfers, ACH payments, and banking activity as assigned.
• Manage business credit card processes and employee reimbursements.
• Maintain filing systems, document retention, and general office record-keeping.
• Assist with various special projects and financial initiatives as required by management.
• Process improvement initiatives

Kenntnisse

GAAP knowledge

General ledger

Accounting software

Excel

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Discretion

Independent and collaborative

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Tools

MIP

Avid

Concur

Excel

Jobbeschreibung

AHC (Affordable Homes & Communities) in Arlington, VA is seeking an Accounting Assistant to manage accounts payable and support general accounting functions in a nonprofit housing organization.

The role includes ledger reconciliations, donor and grant tracking, and treasury support within a hybrid office setting. Strong GAAP knowledge, attention to detail, and ability to handle confidential information are essential.