Staff Accountant

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support core accounting operations, including billing, accounts payable and receivable, general ledger activities, and month-end close. This role offers broad exposure across the accounting function and is well-suited for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment with a high level of ownership.

Key Responsibilities

Accounts Receivable & Billing

• Prepare and issue customer invoices in accordance with contractual terms, time and materials, and milestone-based schedules
• Validate billing rates, hours, and reimbursable expenses prior to invoicing
• Apply cash receipts and reconcile accounts receivable balances
• Monitor aging reports and follow up on outstanding balances
• Research and resolve billing discrepancies and payment issues in a timely manner

Accounts Payable

• Process vendor, subcontractor, and employee expense invoices with appropriate coding and approvals
• Execute vendor payments in alignment with established payment cycles
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies
• Maintain complete and audit-ready documentation

General Ledger & Close

• Prepare journal entries and supporting schedules with accuracy and timeliness
• Perform balance sheet reconciliations and investigate variances
• Assist with monthly, quarterly, and year-end close activities
• Maintain general ledger accuracy for assigned accounts

Project / Engagement Accounting

• Track costs, billable expenses, and revenue by project or engagement
• Partner with internal stakeholders to ensure accurate billing and margin visibility
• Support deferred revenue and work-in-progress schedules

Reporting, Controls & Process Improvement

• Assist with internal financial reporting and ad hoc requests
• Adhere to accounting policies, internal controls, and documentation standards
• Proactively identify issues and take ownership through resolution
• Contribute to process improvements and system enhancements

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
• 2–4 years of progressive accounting experience
• Hands-on experience with accounts receivable, accounts payable, billing, and general ledger accounting
• Experience supporting month-end close and balance sheet reconciliations
• Strong Excel skills used for reconciliations and financial analysis
• Ability to manage competing priorities while maintaining accuracy
• Strong sense of ownership and accountability