Staff Accountant

Please apply online at https://www.hrci.org/about-hrci/hrci-careers. 

Who we are:

HRCI®, headquartered in Alexandria, Virginia, is the premier credentialing and learning organization for the human resources profession. For over 50 years, we have set the global standard for HR expertise and excellence through our commitment to the development and advancement of businesspeople in the people business. HRCI develops and offers world-class learning, as well as the administration of eight global certifications and is dedicated to helping professionals achieve new competencies that drive business results. We are a dynamic non-profit with a hard-working, committed team. Want to know more about what life is like at HRCI? Find out more about us at https://www.hrci.org/about-hrci/life-at-hrci. 

Why HRCI:

• We are a Washington Post Top Workplace, two years running (2024 & 2025)!
• Be part of a dynamic and passionate team of professionals focused on driving the organization forward. 
• Have the autonomy to grow your career and opportunities for professional development. 
• Highly rewarding work in a fun, team-oriented culture. 
• Great benefits (health insurance, generous time off, 401(k) match, parental leave) and a flexible working environment.

Position Overview:

The Staff Accountant is responsible for supporting and executing the day-to-day financial and accounting operations of the organization, with a strong focus on Accounts Receivable. This role is responsible for customer invoicing, collections, cash application, account reconciliations, and supporting month-end close activities. 

• Assist in daily accounting operations including accounts receivable, cash collections, billing, reimbursements, and cash management activities. 
  • Assist in the domestic and global accounts receivable transaction processes within CRM, accounting, and learning management systems. 
  • Oversee sponsorship billing and collection processes utilizing automated accounting and billing systems. 
  • Coordinate and process cash receipts, refunds, wire transfers, ACH payments, and payment reconciliations. 
  • Reconcile merchant accounts, payment processors, unidentified payment accounts, and bank transactions. 
  • Assist with voucher-related invoices, payments and batch creations.
• Develop, document, review and improve accounting policies, procedures, and workflows to increase efficiency and accuracy. 
• Participate in system implementation testing, upgrades, integrations, and finance-related process improvement initiatives. 
• Collaborate cross-functionally with internal departments and external stakeholders to ensure effective financial operations and customer support. 
• Perform financial analysis, reporting, reconciliations and ad hoc projects to support business initiatives and decision-making. 
• Identify operational challenges and recommend practical accounting and process solutions. 
• Maintain compliance with company policies, accounting standards, and ethical business practices. 

The Skills You Need to Succeed:

• At least 3 years of accounting or related experience, required. 
• Experience with accounts receivable, reconciliations, and financial operations, required. 
• Professional accounting certification (CPA or similar), desirable. 
• Experience with accounting automation and ERP/CRM systems, highly desirable.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field, preferred. 
• Demonstrated knowledge of accounting principles, financial operations, and accounting systems. 
• Demonstrated analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail.

Compensation range: $34.00 – 38.50/hour (approximately $65,000 - 75,000/year); Compensation is based on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, relevant experience, skills, internal equity, and geographic location.