General Accountant — Grant & Government Focus

Premier Group; Landover (MD); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Work-life balance

Professional development

Job summary

Premier Group in Landover, MD is hiring a full-time General Accountant to perform accounting and financial reporting for multiple clients, ensuring regulatory compliance and timely close.

The ideal candidate is meticulous, tech-savvy, and capable of growing with our driven team. A Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance is required, with CPA preferred or pursued, and strong Excel skills are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
• Working knowledge of basic accounting principles, reconciliations, journal entries, financial statements.
• Ability to follow established accounting procedures and ensure accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Support multiple clients with financial reporting, reconciliations, end-close activities, and journal preparation.
• Prepare audit-ready workpapers and gather supporting documentation.
• Identify and resolve discrepancies and investigate unusual items.
• Assist with budgets and monitoring expenditures; support grant accounting and financial reviews.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Time management

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance

CPA certification preferred

Tools

Microsoft Excel

QuickBooks Online

Grant/accounting software familiarity

Job description

Premier Group in Landover, MD is hiring a full-time General Accountant to perform accounting and financial reporting for multiple clients, ensuring regulatory compliance and timely close.

The ideal candidate is meticulous, tech-savvy, and capable of growing with our driven team. A Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance is required, with CPA preferred or pursued, and strong Excel skills are essential for success in this role.