Staff Accountant

Overview

A dynamic non-profit organization headquartered in Alexandria, Virginia, is seeking a Staff Accountant to support and execute day-to-day financial and accounting operations, with a strong focus on Accounts Receivable. The organization has over 50 years of experience setting global standards for HR expertise and offers world-class learning and certification programs.

Responsibilities

• Assist in daily accounting operations including accounts receivable, cash collections, billing, reimbursements, and cash management activities.
• Manage domestic and global accounts receivable transaction processes within CRM, accounting, and learning management systems.
• Oversee sponsorship billing and collection processes using 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.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of accounting or related experience.
• Experience with accounts receivable, reconciliations, and financial operations.
• Demonstrated knowledge of accounting principles, financial operations, and accounting systems.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional accounting certification (CPA or similar) is desirable.
• Experience with accounting automation and ERP/CRM systems is highly desirable.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field preferred.

Compensation & Benefits

• Hourly rate: $34.00 – $38.50 (approximately $65,000 - $75,000 annually).
• Compensation is based on factors including relevant experience, skills, internal equity, and geographic location.
• Benefits include health insurance, generous time off, 401(k) match, parental leave, and a flexible working environment.

Location

Alexandria, Virginia (headquarters location)