Staff Accountant

ANCHOR Recruiting Group; Ashburn (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Anchor Recruiting Group partners with a growing technology services company in Ashburn, VA, seeking a Staff Accountant with 2–4 years of experience to own key accounting tasks and support financial operations. You will manage AP/AR, GL reconciliations, month-end close, payroll coordination, and tax reporting while contributing to process improvements in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

The role offers exposure to GAAP compliance, internal controls, and cross-functional teamwork, with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a closely related field.
• 2–4 years of professional accounting or finance experience.
• Solid GAAP knowledge, general ledger accounting, reconciliations, and financial reporting.
• Strong Excel and Microsoft Office proficiency; NetSuite experience preferred.
• Analytical, organized, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable activities, ensuring accuracy and timely resolution of discrepancies.
• Prepare journal entries and perform bank, general ledger, and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Support monthly, quarterly, and year-end closing activities, including accruals, reconciliations, and financial schedules.
• Coordinate payroll accounting activities, validate payroll data, and resolve discrepancies.
• Assist with sales, property, business, and other state and local tax reporting and compliance.
• Prepare financial reports, management schedules, and supporting analyses to identify trends and provide actionable insights.
• Maintain accurate financial records and supporting documentation in accordance with GAAP and internal controls.
• Collaborate with internal departments, vendors, and other stakeholders to resolve accounting issues.
• Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes, strengthen controls, and improve operational efficiency.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

GL accounting

Reconciliations

Excel

NetSuite

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field

Tools

NetSuite

Job description

Anchor Recruiting Group is partnering with a growing, well-established technology services company in Ashburn, VA, to identify a motivated and detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join its organization.

This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career accounting professional with 2–4 years of experience who is ready to expand their skills, take ownership of key accounting functions, and gain exposure to a broad range of financial operations.

Our client offers a collaborative, fast-paced environment where employees are encouraged to contribute ideas, improve processes, and grow professionally.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable activities, ensuring accuracy and timely resolution of discrepancies.
• Prepare journal entries and perform bank, general ledger, and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Support monthly, quarterly, and year-end closing activities, including accruals, reconciliations, and financial schedules.
• Coordinate payroll accounting activities, validate payroll data, and resolve discrepancies.
• Assist with sales, property, business, and other state and local tax reporting and compliance.
• Prepare financial reports, management schedules, and supporting analyses to identify trends and provide actionable insights.
• Maintain accurate financial records and supporting documentation in accordance with GAAP and internal controls.
• Collaborate with internal departments, vendors, and other stakeholders to resolve accounting issues.
• Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes, strengthen controls, and improve operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a closely related field.
• 2–4 years of professional accounting or finance experience.
• Solid understanding of GAAP, general ledger accounting, reconciliations, and financial reporting.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience with NetSuite or another ERP/accounting system preferred.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work independently.
• Effective communication skills and a collaborative, team-oriented approach.
• Comfortable working in a growing, entrepreneurial, technology-driven environment.

This is a rewarding opportunity for an early-career accountant ready to deepen their expertise, take on broader responsibilities, and grow within a dynamic technology company. If you're ready to contribute, learn, and advance your accounting career.