Staff Accountant

Staff Accountant - Washington, DC Overview Our client in Washington, DC is seeking a Staff Accountant to support their accounting and finance operations. This position plays a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, with a focus on general ledger activity, grant accounting, and financial reporting in a nonprofit environment. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, organization, and experience working with restricted funding and compliance standards. Key Responsibilities Assist with daily accounting functions, including preparation of journal entries, maintaining the general ledger, and supporting the month-end close process. Perform reconciliations for bank accounts, prepaid expenses, and other balance sheet accounts to ensure accuracy and completeness. Support grant and fund accounting activities, including tracking restricted funds and monitoring expenditures against grant requirements. Prepare grant-related billings, invoices, and financial reports in alignment with donor guidelines and reporting deadlines. Analyze grant budgets versus actual spending and assist with financial tracking across multiple funding sources. Contribute to accounts payable and accounts receivable functions, including invoice processing and cash application. Assist with audit support, including compiling documentation and responding to auditor requests. Produce internal financial reports and assist in the preparation of financial statements. Work cross-functionally with program staff and finance team members to ensure proper financial reporting and compliance. Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes and improve overall efficiency. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred. Experience within a nonprofit environment, including exposure to grant accounting and restricted funds, required. Strong understanding of general ledger activity, account reconciliations, and month-end close processes. Knowledge of GAAP and nonprofit accounting standards. Prior experience supporting audits and preparing financial documentation is preferred. Proficiency with accounting software (such as QuickBooks, MIP, NetSuite, or similar) and strong Excel skills. Detail-oriented with strong analytical and organizational abilities. Excellent communication skills and ability to manage competing priorities in a deadline-driven environment. Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team setting. Beacon Hill is an equal opportunity employer and individuals with disabilities and/or protected veterans are encouraged to apply. California residents: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. If you would like to complete our voluntary self-identification form, please click here or copy and paste the following link into an open window in your browser: https://jobs.beaconhillstaffing.com/eeoc/ Completion of this form is voluntary and will not affect your opportunity for employment, or the terms or conditions of your employment. This form will be used for reporting purposes only and will be kept separate from all other records. Company Profile: Founded by industry leaders to set a new standard in search, career placement and flexible staffing, we deliver coordinated staffing solutions with unparalleled service, a commitment to project completion and success and a passion for innovation, creativity and continuous improvement. Our niche brands offer a complete suite of staffing services to emerging growth companies and the Fortune 500 across market sectors, career specialties/disciplines and industries. Over time, office locations, specialty practice areas and service offerings will be added to address ever changing constituent needs. Learn more about Beacon Hill and our specialty divisions, Beacon Hill Associates, Beacon Hill Financial, Beacon Hill HR, Beacon Hill Legal, Beacon Hill Life Sciences and Beacon Hill Technologies by visiting www.bhsg.com. Benefits Information: Beacon Hill offers a robust benefit package including, but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, and federal and state leave programs as required by applicable agency regulations to those that meet eligibility. Upon successfully being hired, details will be provided related to our benefit offerings. We look forward to working with you. Beacon Hill. Employing the Future™