Accounting Specialist

Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. (AJG); Fairfax (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Gallagher is seeking an Accounting Specialist in Fairfax, VA to support financial planning and analysis by preparing client invoices, vouchers, retirement funding reports, and other client reports. This entry-level role offers exposure to corporate accounting and requires intermediate Excel and Microsoft Office proficiency.

Ideal candidates will have a High School diploma with introductory bookkeeping exposure; a Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance is preferred, along with strong

Qualifications

• High School diploma.
• Introductory Bookkeeping experience/exposure required.
• Intermediate Excel and Microsoft Office proficiency.
• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance.
• 2+ years of work experience in corporate accounting, audit and/or financial analytics.
• Employee benefit plan audit experience is a plus.
• Government contracting industry experience is a plus.
• QuickBooks (desktop and on-line) experience is a plus
• Excellent analytical skills, ability to capture, review and analyze data.
• Ability to be detail-oriented and to meet constant deadlines.
• Exceptional organizational and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work well under pressure as part of a fast‑paced team, with demonstrated ability to multitask, organize, and prioritize consistently and appropriately.
• Strong work ethic and emphasis on attention to details.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills; ability to present complex issues/data with a high level of clarity, and impact.
• Excellent problem‑solving, critical thinking, and analytical skills; proven ability to research, follow up, and resolve complex issues or problems.
• Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive and confidential compensation and financial information by GSA policies.
• Working knowledge of computer systems and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Prepare client health and welfare funding invoices and verification schedules for GSA National management review.
• Reconcile client source data to final hours, contributions, and fringe benefit credits invoiced to the client.
• Use critical thinking skills to apply fringe benefit reporting requirements under Service Contract Act, Davis Bacon Act, and collective bargaining agreements.
• Review variance analytics to identify and explain changes between accounting periods for management review.
• Prepare client reporting deliverables including retirement funding reports.
• Prepare invoices and credit memos for client in QuickBooks Desktop.
• Prepare and maintain various reports for client.
• Handle client inquiries with the highest degree of responsiveness and professionalism.

Skills

Introductory bookkeeping

Excel

Microsoft Office

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance

Tools

QuickBooks Desktop

QuickBooks Online

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Introduction

At Gallagher, we help clients face risk with confidence because we believe that when businesses are protected, they’re free to grow, lead, and innovate. You’ll be backed by our digital ecosystem: a client‑centric suite of consulting tools making it easier for you to meet your clients where they want to be met. Advanced data and analytics providing a comprehensive overview of the risk landscape is at your fingertips. Here, you’re not just improving clients' risk profiles, you’re building trust. You’ll find a culture grounded in teamwork, guided by integrity, and fueled by a shared commitment to do the right thing. We value curiosity, celebrate new ideas, and empower you to take ownership of your career while making a meaningful impact for the businesses we serve. If you’re ready to bring your unique perspective to a place where your work truly matters; think of Gallagher.

How you’ll make an impact

The Accounting Specialist is an entry level position that supports financial planning, analysis activities by preparing client invoices, vouchers, retirement funding reports, and other client-related reports. Will gain exposure to different aspects of finance and develop analytical skills to support business decision‑making.

The Day-to-Day: (Essential duties of the position)

• Prepare client health and welfare funding invoices and verification schedules for GSA National management review.
• Reconcile client source data to final hours, contributions, and fringe benefit credits invoiced to the client.
• Use critical thinking skills to apply fringe benefit reporting requirements under Service Contract Act, Davis Bacon Act, and collective bargaining agreements.
• Review variance analytics to identify and explain changes between accounting periods for management review.
• Prepare client reporting deliverables including retirement funding reports.
• Prepare invoices and credit memos for client in QuickBooks Desktop.
• Prepare and maintain various reports for client.
• Handle client inquiries with the highest degree of responsiveness and professionalism.

About You

Required:

• High School diploma.
• Introductory Bookkeeping experience/exposure required.
• Intermediate Excel and Microsoft Office proficiency.

Preferred:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance.
• 2+ years of work experience in corporate accounting, audit and/or financial analytics.
• Employee benefit plan audit experience is a plus.
• Government contracting industry experience is a plus.
• QuickBooks (desktop and on-line) experience is a plus
• Excellent analytical skills, ability to capture, review and analyze data.
• Ability to be detail-oriented and to meet constant deadlines.
• Exceptional organizational and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work well under pressure as part of a fast‑paced team, with demonstrated ability to multitask, organize, and prioritize consistently and appropriately.
• Strong work ethic and emphasis on attention to details.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills; ability to present complex issues/data with a high level of clarity, and impact.
• Excellent problem‑solving, critical thinking, and analytical skills; proven ability to research, follow up, and resolve complex issues or problems.
• Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive and confidential compensation and financial information by GSA policies.
• Working knowledge of computer systems and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc.).

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Compensation and benefits

At Gallagher, we believe supporting our colleagues goes far beyond the role itself.For more information, visit our Benefits page.

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive benefits programs designed to support your well-being
• Career development opportunities and ongoing learning
• A collaborative, people‑first culture with accessible leadership
• The opportunity to do meaningful work with global reach and local impact

At Gallagher, we are dedicated to building an inclusive and authentic workplace. If your past experience doesn’t align perfectly, we encourage you to join our Talent Community to stay connected to additional career opportunities. At times, we will consider transferable skills from previous roles.

Gallagher is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer (Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled)