Staff Accountant

Cherry Bekaert ‚Ä¢ Washington, District of Columbia ‚Ä¢ Full Time

Posted on Thu, Jul 2, 2026

Cherry Bekaert Recruiting is seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant. This role will support day-to-day accounting operations and play a key role in the month-end close process, financial accuracy, and audit readiness. The ideal candidate will have a strong accounting foundation, with experience in nonprofit environments considered a plus.
Key Responsibilities

Support the month-end and year-end close process
Prepare and post journal entries and maintain general ledger accuracy
Process accounts payable, including invoice coding and approvals
Manage vendor relationships and maintain accurate vendor records
Assist with expense coding and classification
Provide support during internal and external audits
Help ensure compliance with accounting policies and procedures
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to maintain accurate financial reporting

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
Experience with QuickBooks a plus
Nonprofit accounting experience (preferred)
Experience with Anybill (a plus)
Strong understanding of basic accounting principles and GAAP
High attention to detail and strong organizational skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting systems
Strong communication and problem-solving abilities

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