Staff Accountant

NRI Staffing; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 63,500 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A professional services firm in Washington, DC is seeking a Staff Accountant to manage the full accounting cycle. This role demands strong attention to detail and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. Candidates should possess a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance and have 2–4 years of relevant experience. Proficiency in accounting systems and Excel is essential. The position requires a reliable daily presence in the office and will engage in critical functions during month-end close and peak periods.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of accounting experience, preferably in a professional services environment.
• Experience with month-end close and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Proven ownership mindset required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and issue client invoices accurately.
• Review billing rates and hours for accuracy.
• Apply cash receipts and reconcile accounts receivable.
• Monitor aging reports and proactively follow up on receivables.
• Process expense invoices and execute vendor payments.

Skills

Accounts receivable

Accounts payable

Billing

General ledger accounting

Excel proficiency

Time-and-materials billing

Project-based billing

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

NetSuite

QuickBooks

Deltek

Job description

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Work Model: 100% In-Office

Compensation: $63,500 – $70,000 annually

About the Opportunity

NRI Staffing is working with a Washington, DC–based professional services firm that is seeking a Staff Accountant to join its Finance and Accounting team. This is a fully in-office role supporting a deadline-driven, high-accountability environment.

Our client values professionals who take ownership of their work, meet deadlines without reminders, and thrive in fast-paced settings—particularly during month-end close, billing cycles, and other peak periods.

Position Overview

The Staff Accountant will report to the Accounting Manager and manage responsibilities across the full accounting cycle. This role requires strong attention to detail, proactive communication, and the ability to operate with urgency during high-volume periods. Reliable daily on-site presence is required.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and issue client invoices based on contracts, time and materials, and milestone schedules
• Review billing rates, hours, and expenses for accuracy prior to invoicing
• Apply cash receipts and reconcile accounts receivable balances
• Monitor aging reports and proactively follow up on outstanding receivables
• Resolve client billing and payment issues efficiently and accurately
• Process vendor, subcontractor, and employee expense invoices with proper coding and approvals
• Execute vendor payments in accordance with established schedules
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies independently
• Maintain complete, audit‑ready documentation
• Prepare journal entries and supporting schedules accurately and on time
• Perform balance sheet reconciliations and investigate variances
• Support monthly, quarterly, and year‑end close under firm deadlines
• Maintain general ledger accuracy for assigned accounts
• Track project costs, billable expenses, and revenue by engagement
• Partner with project managers to ensure accurate billing and margin visibility
• Assist with deferred revenue and work‑in‑progress schedules
• Support internal financial reporting and management requests
• Follow accounting policies, internal controls, and documentation standards
• Identify issues early and take ownership through resolution
• Contribute to process improvements and system enhancements
• Fully in-office role with daily on-site presence required
• Standard business hours are 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
• Additional hours required during month-end close, billing deadlines, and peak periods
• Meeting deadlines takes priority over strict adherence to scheduled hours
• Ability to plan workload effectively and communicate proactively is essential

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• 2–4 years of accounting experience, preferably within a professional services or consulting environment
• Hands‑on experience with accounts receivable, accounts payable, billing, and general ledger accounting
• Experience supporting month‑end close and balance sheet reconciliations
• Proficiency with accounting systems such as NetSuite, QuickBooks, Deltek, or similar ERP platforms
• Strong Excel skills for reconciliations and analysis
• Ability to manage competing deadlines while maintaining accuracy
• Proven ownership mindset and comfort operating in a high-accountability environment
• Experience with time‑and‑materials or project-based billing strongly preferred
• Prior experience working in a fully in-office, deadline-driven finance team preferred

Additional Information

• Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.; sponsorship is not available