Accounting Specialist

Kforce Inc; Beltsville (MD); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision insurance

HSA/FSA

401(k)

Paid time off

Job summary

Kforce has a client in Beltsville, MD seeking a full-time Accounting Specialist to support daily accounting operations in a small team. The role requires ownership of tasks across AP, AR, cash, and reconciliations, with opportunities to cross-train on payroll.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's degree in a related field and at least three years of experience, proficiency with ERP systems and advanced Excel. This onsite position offers comprehensive benefits and stability.

Qualifications

• Three or more years of experience supporting multiple accounting functions.
• Experience using accounting software or ERP systems.
• Working knowledge of AP, AR, cash transactions, and reconciliations.
• Strong Excel skills, including lookup formulas, SUMIF, and pivot tables.
• This position requires daily onsite attendance.

Responsibilities

• Process accounts payable, review invoices, prepare payments, and reconcile vendor accounts.
• Support customer billing, accounts receivable, and collections.
• Record cash receipts and deposits, investigate discrepancies, and reconcile balances.
• Prepare general ledger reconciliations and assist with month-end close and reporting.
• Cross-train on payroll and other accounting functions to provide backup support.

Skills

Accounts payable

Accounts receivable

Reconciliations

Excel

ERP systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

Responsibilities

Kforce has a client that is seeking a full-time, permanent Accounting Specialist. This role will be fully onsite in Beltsville, MD. Summary: Our client is seeking an Accounting Specialist to support daily accounting operations. This opportunity is ideal for someone who enjoys varied responsibilities, takes ownership of their work, and collaborates well within a small team. Responsibilities:

• Process accounts payable, review invoices, prepare payments, and reconcile vendor accounts
• Accounting Specialist will support customer billing, accounts receivable, and collections
• Record cash receipts and deposits, investigate discrepancies, and reconcile balances
• Prepare general ledger reconciliations and assist with month-end close and reporting
• As an Accounting Specialist, you will cross-train on payroll and other accounting functions to provide backup support

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field preferred; Equivalent experience considered
• Three or more years of experience supporting multiple accounting functions
• Experience using accounting software or ERP systems
• Working knowledge of AP, AR, cash transactions, and reconciliations
• Strong Excel skills, including lookup formulas, SUMIF, and pivot tables
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and communication skills
• Ability to manage shifting priorities and work comfortably with manual accounting processes
• This position requires daily onsite attendance

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.