Staff Accountant - Accounts Payable

System One; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

System One in Washington, DC seeks a Staff Accountant – Accounts Payable to support a fast-paced, high-volume accounting environment. This role manages full-cycle AP, ensures accuracy, compliance, and timely processing of payments in collaboration with procurement and internal teams.

The ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree in accounting, 3+ years in AP, strong Excel skills, and experience with Oracle Cloud AP or similar ERP.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in a high-volume accounts payable environment.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Office 365.
• Experience with Oracle Cloud AP or similar ERP systems; government contracts preferred; GAAP knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Own full-cycle accounts payable including tracking, coding, approvals, and payments.
• Review invoices against purchase orders and supporting documentation.
• Process invoices in ERP system (Oracle or similar), ensuring accurate matching and documentation.
• Prepare journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Partner with procurement and internal teams to obtain approvals and resolve discrepancies.
• Identify unallowable costs in accordance with government regulations and contract terms.
• Process employee expense reimbursements.
• Manage vendor relationships, including onboarding and issue resolution.
• Support general ledger activities including journal posting.
• Record sales and use tax as applicable.
• Maintain AP files and monitor aging reports.
• Support audits related to allowable/unallowable costs.
• Assist with ERP system improvements and process enhancements.
• Perform data analysis and reporting for accounting and audit purposes.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Time management

Analytical

Communication

Prioritization

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

Excel

Oracle Cloud AP

Other ERP systems (SAP/JD Edwards/PeopleSoft/Dynamics)

Job description

Job Description

System One is seeking a Staff Accountant – Accounts Payable to support a fast-paced, high-volume accounting environment. This role is responsible for full-cycle accounts payable processing, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely execution of financial transactions. This is a great opportunity for someone with strong AP experience who thrives in a detail-driven, collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Own full-cycle accounts payable including tracking, coding, approvals, and payments


• Review invoices against purchase orders and supporting documentation


• Process invoices in ERP system (Oracle or similar), ensuring accurate matching and documentation


• Prepare journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations


• Partner with procurement and internal teams to obtain approvals and resolve discrepancies


• Identify unallowable costs in accordance with government regulations and contract terms


• Process employee expense reimbursements


• Manage vendor relationships, including onboarding and issue resolution


• Support general ledger activities including journal posting


• Record sales and use tax as applicable


• Maintain AP files and monitor aging reports


• Support audits related to allowable/unallowable costs


• Assist with ERP system improvements and process enhancements


• Perform data analysis and reporting for accounting and audit purposes

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field (or equivalent experience)


• 3+ years of experience in a high-volume accounts payable environment


• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Office 365


• Experience with Oracle Cloud AP or similar ERP systems (SAP, JD Edwards, PeopleSoft, Dynamics) preferred


• Experience with government contracts or grant accounting preferred


• Strong understanding of GAAP principles

Key Skills

• High attention to detail and accuracy


• Strong organizational and time management skills


• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment


• Excellent communication skills across cross-functional teams


• Analytical problem-solving abilities


• Ability to manage priorities and meet deadlines


• Team-oriented with a collaborative mindset

Additional Requirements

• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods


• Ability to perform repetitive tasks and standard office work


• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs as needed

Ref: #161-Managed Staffing Charlotte