Our client, a reputable financial consulting firm in the DC Metro area is seeking for a highly motivated and organized Staff Accountant to join their team. This position will be directly supporting the Assistant Controller.

Job Responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Process and calculate bi-monthly payroll and employee expense reimbursements in Microsoft Excel and process within accounting software accurately and on a timely basis
• Process documentation for new hires, temporary workers, transfers, promotions and terminations
• Audit W-4s, payroll balance sheets, YTD earnings, etc. for correctness
• Prepare relevant management reports, including monthly, quarterly and year-end reports (gross payroll, hours worked, vacation accrual, tax deductions, benefit deductions, etc.)
• Critically review and analyze current payroll, benefits and tax procedures in order to recommend and implement changes leading to best-practice operations
• Input vendor bills accurately into accounting software
• Ensure bills are paid on time and process payments on a weekly basis
• Reconcile vendor statements, research and correct discrepancies
• Prepare and send out timely invoices on a monthly basis
• Post payments by recording cash, checks, and credit card transactions in accounting software
• Reconcile the accounts receivable ledger to ensure that all payments are accounted for and properly posted
• Track and ensure payments are received on a timely basis and follow-up on past-due invoices
• Document standard operating procedures and controls
• Maintain schedules and reconciliations of prepaid expense and accounts payable/receivable balances

• Four-year college degree required, college courses in accounting preferred
• Experience with large ERP Accounting software
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)
• Strong work ethic and proactive, positive attitude
• Ability to think critically and learn quickly
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
• High degree of accuracy, attention to detail and confidentiality