Hybrid Staff Accountant - GL, Recs, Close & Reporting

HRB; Bethesda (MD); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Cherry Bekaert Recruiting & Staffing is partnering with a well-established organization in the Bethesda, MD area to recruit a Staff Accountant. This role focuses on core operational accounting tasks, general ledger activity, reconciliations, and close support within a collaborative team.

Ideal for an early-career accounting professional seeking foundational experience, with opportunities to contribute to financial reporting processes and process improvements in a hybrid work setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
• 1–3 years of accounting experience preferred
• Strong foundation in core operational accounting functions
• CPA preferred
• Experience with large ERP systems such as NetSuite, Sage Intacct, Unanet, Costpoint, or similar is preferred
• Proficiency in Excel and strong organizational skills required
• Detail-oriented with a willingness to learn and grow

Responsibilities

• Prepare journal entries and maintain accurate accounting records
• Perform account reconciliations and research discrepancies
• Assist with accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger support as needed
• Support month-end close and reporting activities
• Maintain schedules and documentation for audits and internal reporting
• Help improve accounting processes and reporting accuracy
• Support ad hoc accounting projects as assigned

Skills

Excel proficiency

Detail-oriented

Strong organizational skills

Willingness to learn and grow

Education

CPA preferred

Tools

NetSuite

Sage Intacct

Unanet

Costpoint

Job description

Cherry Bekaert Recruiting & Staffing is partnering with a well-established organization in the Bethesda, MD area to recruit a Staff Accountant. This role focuses on core operational accounting tasks, general ledger activity, reconciliations, and close support within a collaborative team.

Ideal for an early-career accounting professional seeking foundational experience, with opportunities to contribute to financial reporting processes and process improvements in a hybrid work setting.