Staff Accountant

Spectrum Careers; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Supportive team environment

Hands-on exposure to a new ERP system

Job summary

A nonprofit organization in Washington, DC is seeking a Staff Accountant to manage Accounts Payable and support general ledger activities. This hybrid position requires 1–2 years of accounting experience, with a preference for nonprofit experience. The role involves processing invoices, using Concur for expense management, and collaborating with a stable team. Join a supportive environment with opportunities for growth across accounting functions and exposure to a newly implemented NetSuite ERP system.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of accounting or accounts payable experience.
• Prior nonprofit accounting experience strongly preferred.
• Experience with Concur is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Process and manage full-cycle Accounts Payable, including invoice review and payments.
• Utilize Concur for expense report review and reimbursement processing.
• Assist with general ledger activities, reconciliations, and journal entry support.

Skills

Accounts Payable

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Collaboration

Education

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

Tools

Concur

NetSuite

Job description

Job Title: Staff Accountant

Location: Washington, DC (Hybrid – 3 Days In Office / 2 Remote)
Office Address: Washington, DC
Salary Range: $55,000 – $66,000

Position Overview

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented accounting professional to join our nonprofit finance team. This role is primarily focused on Accounts Payable, with the opportunity to gain exposure to contracts, general ledger accounting, budgeting, and forecasting. The ideal candidate is collaborative, reliable, and eager to grow within a stable accounting team.

Key Responsibilities

• Process and manage full-cycle Accounts Payable, including invoice review, coding, approvals, and payments
• Utilize Concur for expense report review and reimbursement processing
• Assist with general ledger activities, reconciliations, and journal entry support
• Provide AP backup support and assist with cross-training within the accounting team
• Support contract-related accounting tasks and documentation
• Assist with budgeting and forecasting activities as exposure and experience grow
• Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with nonprofit accounting standards
• Collaborate closely with an 8-person accounting team and other departments

Qualifications & Experience

• 1–2 years of accounting or accounts payable experience
• Prior nonprofit accounting experience strongly preferred
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university (Accounting, Finance, or related field)
• Experience with Concur is highly desirable
• Exposure to NetSuite is a plus (organization went live January 1, 2026)
• Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate and multitask
• Detail-oriented, dependable, and eager to learn
• Demonstrated job stability (no frequent job changes)

Culture & Team Fit

• Strong emphasis on culture fit and teamwork
• Trainable, adaptable, and open to cross-training
• Comfortable working in a hybrid environment
• Values collaboration, accountability, and continuous learning

Why Join Us

• Hybrid work schedule (3 days in office, 2 remote)
• Opportunity to grow beyond AP into broader accounting functions
• Supportive team environment within a mission-driven nonprofit
• Hands-on exposure to a newly implemented NetSuite ERP system