Staff Accountant

Kforce Inc; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Kforce seeks a Staff Accountant in Baltimore, MD to support day-to-day accounting operations including accounts receivable, cash applications, and month-end close. The role collaborates with internal stakeholders to ensure accurate financial reporting and maintain records integrity in a team-oriented finance department.

Ideal candidates have a foundation in accounting principles, strong attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
• 2+ years of accounting experience.
• Experience with accounts receivable, cash applications, billing, and reconciliations.
• Understanding of month-end close processes and general ledger accounting.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUPs, and formulas.
• Experience working with accounting systems/ERPs.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Experience in a nonprofit environment preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day accounting operations including accounts receivable and cash applications.
• Handle account reconciliations and month-end close activities.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Assist with accounts payable and cash management activities.
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives within the accounting function.
• Gain exposure to various areas of accounting as part of a team-oriented finance department.

Skills

Accounts receivable

Cash applications

Month-end close

General ledger accounting

Communication skills

Multitasking

Team collaboration

Education

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

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Pivot Tables

VLOOKUP

Excel Formulas

ERP systems

Job description

Responsibilities

Kforce has a client that is seeking a Staff Accountant in Baltimore, MD. Summary: The Staff Accountant will support the day-to-day accounting operations of the organization, including accounts receivable, cash application, account reconciliations, and month-end close activities. This role will work closely with internal stakeholders to ensure accurate financial reporting and maintain the integrity of accounting records. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in general accounting principles, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a collaborative environment. Additional responsibilities may include supporting accounts payable, assisting with cash management activities, preparing financial schedules and reconciliations, and contributing to process improvement initiatives within the accounting function. This position offers the opportunity to gain exposure to various areas of accounting while working as part of a team-oriented finance department.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred
• 2+ years of accounting experience
• Experience with accounts receivable, cash applications, billing, and account reconciliations
• Understanding of month-end close processes and general ledger accounting
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUPs, and formulas
• Experience working with accounting systems/ERPs
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams
• Experience in a nonprofit environment preferred but not required

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.