Senior Accountant OR Manager

Creative Financial Staffing, LLC; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 108,000 - 132,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Healthcare benefits (medical, dental,視

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Transportation assistance

Professional development opportunities

Employee events

Job summary

Creative Financial Staffing, LLC invites applications for a Senior Accountant or Accounting Manager in the Washington, DC metro area. This hybrid role blends hands-on accounting, financial reporting, and process improvements within a growing professional services environment.

The position reports to senior finance leadership and emphasizes month-end close, GAAP adherence, and cross-functional collaboration with opportunities for leadership growth and career advancement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 5+ years progressive accounting experience.
• Experience in general ledger, reconciliations, and financial reporting.
• Experience managing month-end close processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes.
• Prepare and review journal entries, reconciliations, and schedules.
• Assist with financial statements and management reporting packages.
• Monitor billing, revenue recognition, receivables, and cash collections.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
• Partner with stakeholders to improve reporting accuracy and efficiency.
• Assist with audits, compliance, and special projects.
• Maintain internal controls and GAAP adherence.
• Identify opportunities to streamline processes and optimize systems.
• Mentor junior accounting staff as needed.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

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

Tools

Excel

Accounting software

Job description

Senior Accountant / Accounting Manager

Washington, DC Metro Area (Hybrid)

An established and growing professional services organization is seeking a Senior Accountant or Accounting Manager to join its collaborative finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional who enjoys a mix of hands-on accounting, financial reporting, process improvement, and cross-functional business support.

Reporting to senior finance leadership, this individual will play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, supporting month-end close, improving accounting processes, and contributing to the overall financial health of the organization. The position offers strong visibility across the business and opportunities for continued career growth.

Location: Washington, DC Metro Area (Hybrid)
Compensation: Up to $120,000 plus annual bonus potential

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Hybrid work environment with a predictable in-office schedule
• Opportunity to work closely with an experienced finance leadership team
• Competitive healthcare benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Generous paid time off and company holidays
• Employer-matched retirement savings program
• Transportation assistance for commuting employees
• Collaborative, team-oriented culture with regular employee events and professional development opportunities
• Exposure to strategic business initiatives and process improvement projects
• Clear path for increased responsibility and potential people leadership opportunities

Key Responsibilities

• Manage key aspects of the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close process
• Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules
• Assist with the preparation of financial statements and management reporting packages
• Monitor billing activity, revenue recognition, receivables, and cash collections
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis initiatives
• Partner with internal stakeholders to improve reporting accuracy and operational efficiency
• Assist with audit requests, compliance requirements, and special projects
• Maintain strong internal controls and ensure adherence to accounting policies and GAAP
• Identify opportunities to streamline processes and enhance system utilization
• Provide guidance and support to junior accounting staff as needed

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience
• Strong understanding of general ledger accounting, reconciliations, and financial reporting
• Experience managing month-end close processes
• Proficiency in Excel and accounting software systems
• CPA designation or CPA-track preferred
• Prior experience in professional services, consulting, business services, or similar environments is a plus
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
• Excellent communication and organizational abilities

Preferred Background

• Experience supporting a growing or evolving organization
• Exposure to budgeting, forecasting, and business analysis
• Previous mentoring, team lead, or supervisory experience
• Ability to balance multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional seeking broad exposure, strong leadership visibility, and long-term growth within a stable and expanding organization.

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