Staff Accountant at Cherry Bekaert in Washington, DC

Job description

• Cherry Bekaert Recruiting & Staffing is partnered with a well-established organization in the Washington, DC area seeking a Staff Accountant to support day-to-day accounting operations. This role will focus on core operational accounting functions and provide exposure to general ledger activity, reconciliations, close support, and financial reporting processes.
• This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career accounting professional looking to build strong foundational experience in a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare journal entries and maintain accurate accounting records
• Perform account reconciliations and research discrepancies
• Assist with accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger support as needed
• Support month-end close and reporting activities
• Maintain schedules and documentation for audits and internal reporting
• Help improve accounting processes and reporting accuracy
• Support ad hoc accounting projects as assigned

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
• 1–3 years of accounting experience preferred
• Strong foundation in core operational accounting functions
• CPA preferred
• Experience with large ERP systems such as NetSuite, Sage Intacct, Unanet, Costpoint, or similar is preferred
• Proficiency in Excel and strong organizational skills required

Skills

Required

• Proficiency in Excel
• Strong organizational skills

Preferred

• CPA