Bookkeeper/Accountant

NRI, Inc.; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

NRI, Inc. in Alexandria, VA is seeking a detail-oriented Bookkeeper/Accountant to oversee daily accounting operations, maintain precise financial records, and coordinate payroll with the payroll provider.

The ideal candidate has strong accounting knowledge, proven experience with Sage, ability to manage multiple priorities, and maintain confidentiality while supporting internal controls and year-end reporting.

Qualifications

• Experience in daily accounting operations.
• Proficient in journal entries and general ledger.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities with accuracy and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accounting systems and internal controls with accurate records.
• Prepare journal entries and maintain the general ledger.
• Ensure timely entry, processing and reconciliation of financial data.
• Coordinate payroll activities with the payroll provider.
• Process accounts payable and perform monthly closing procedures.
• Ensure accurate accounts receivable entries from the membership database.
• Assist with preparing 1099 forms and other required tax documents.
• Respond to inquiries from staff, vendors, and customers regarding invoices and policies.
• Coordinate with external auditors and provide necessary records.
• Assist with human resources onboarding and other tasks.
• Participate in special projects as assigned.

Skills

Accounting knowledge

Payroll coordination

A/P processing

A/R processing

Internal controls

Confidentiality

Tools

Sage

Job description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Bookkeeper/Accountant to oversee daily accounting operations, maintain accurate financial records, coordinate payroll activities, and manage accounts payable and receivable. The ideal candidate will have strong accounting knowledge, proven experience using Sage accounting software, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to handle multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accounting systems, internal controls, procedures, and accurate financial records.
• Compile and analyze financial information, prepare journal entries, and maintain the general ledger.
• Ensure accurate and timely entry, processing, and reconciliation of financial data.
• Coordinate payroll activities, including communicating payroll information to the payroll provider, compiling part-time employee timesheets, and entering monthly payroll summaries into the general ledger.
• Manage all accounts payable (A/P) activities, including reviewing, coding, and processing payment requests, maintaining system records, and completing monthly A/P closing procedures.
• Ensure accurate entry and reconciliation of accounts receivable (A/R) information from the membership database.
• Assist with preparing and distributing 1099 forms and other required tax documents.
• Respond to inquiries from staff, vendors, and customers regarding invoices, billing, and accounting policies.
• Investigate and resolve accounting discrepancies.
• Coordinate with external auditors and provide necessary financial records and documentation.
• Assist with human resources administrative tasks, including onboarding new employees.
• Participate in special projects and perform other duties as assigned.