Staff Accountant

Addison Group; Alexandria (VA); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k)

Job summary

Addison Group is seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join the Alexandria, VA Finance team. This role supports day-to-day general accounting, month-end close, reconciliations, and financial reporting in a collaborative environment.

The ideal candidate has hands-on General Ledger experience, strong Excel skills, and a careful attention to detail. Hybrid schedule: 3 days in office in Alexandria, VA, with remaining days remote.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of accounting experience.
• Hands-on General Ledger accounting experience.
• Experience preparing journal entries, bank reconciliations, and account reconciliations.
• Exposure to month-end close activities.
• Strong Excel skills and familiarity with accounting systems or ERP platforms.

Responsibilities

• Perform day-to-day General Ledger accounting activities and maintain accurate financial records.
• Prepare and post journal entries, ensuring transactions are properly recorded and supported.
• Complete monthly bank and account reconciliations, researching and resolving discrepancies as needed.
• Assist with month-end and year-end close processes, including accruals, prepaid expenses, and other general accounting activities.
• Review transactions for accuracy, completeness, and appropriate account coding.
• Assist with financial reporting, account analysis, and supporting schedules.
• Research and resolve accounting discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Maintain organized accounting documentation and supporting records.
• Collaborate with members of the Finance and Accounting teams on projects and process improvements.
• Support additional accounting initiatives and assignments as needed while meeting established deadlines.

Skills

General Ledger

Journal Entries

Bank Reconciliations

Month-end Close

Excel

ERP familiarity

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Location: Alexandria, VA – Hybrid (3 days in office)

Compensation: $60,000 –$70,000 (depending on experience)

Benefits: This position is eligible for Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401(k)

Job Description:

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join their Finance team in Alexandria, VA. This position will support day-to-day general accounting activities, month-end close, account reconciliations, and financial reporting within a collaborative and structured environment. The ideal candidate has hands-on General Ledger experience, strong Excel skills, and a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.

Responsibilities:

• Perform day-to-day General Ledger accounting activities and maintain accurate financial records.
• Prepare and post journal entries, ensuring transactions are properly recorded and supported.
• Complete monthly bank and account reconciliations, researching and resolving discrepancies as needed.
• Assist with month-end and year-end close processes, including accruals, prepaid expenses, and other general accounting activities.
• Review transactions for accuracy, completeness, and appropriate account coding.
• Assist with financial reporting, account analysis, and supporting schedules.
• Research and resolve accounting discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Maintain organized accounting documentation and supporting records.
• Collaborate with members of the Finance and Accounting teams on projects and process improvements.
• Support additional accounting initiatives and assignments as needed while meeting established deadlines.

Qualifications:

• 1+ year of accounting experience.
• Hands-on General Ledger accounting experience required.
• Experience preparing journal entries, bank reconciliations, and account reconciliations.
• Exposure to month-end close activities.
• Strong Excel skills and familiarity with accounting systems or ERP platforms.

Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.