Staff Accountant - Political Consulting Firm - Washington, DC

[DC Political Consulting Firm]

Experienced Staff Accountant

Downtown Washington, DC

 

A small political consulting firm is hiring a full-time Staff Accountant to run the day-to-day financial operations of the company. This position requires a minimum of three years experience as a Staff Accountant, and the ability to manage multiple complex accounts in a fast-paced environment. Specifically, the Staff Accountant will be responsible for:

 

·         Processing and recording of accounts payable and receivable;

·         Managing the daily cash flow;

·         Reviewing and processing American Express reports and receipts monthly to ensure timely client billing;

·         Processing twice monthly payroll

·         Onboarding of new staff and administration of employee benefits; and

·         Preparing financial reports as needed.

 

Skills and Competencies

·         Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize workload in order to meet tight deadlines in a dynamic environment.

·         Demonstrate a proficient level of professional skill and/or knowledge in accounting and keep current with development and trends.

·         Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

·         High level of interpersonal skills with demonstrated poise, tact and diplomacy.

·         Excellent communication skills, written and verbal, with the ability to clearly communicate to all levels of the team.

·         Demonstrated proficiency with Quickbooks, Excel, and a wide-range of office productivity tools.

 

To apply please send cover letter and resume to:

progressivef...@gmail.com