Senior Accounting Specialist

A well-established organization in the Washington, DC area is seeking an experienced Senior Accounting Specialist to support day-to-day accounting operations. This is a hands-on opportunity for someone with strong general ledger, reconciliation, accounts payable, and accounts receivable experience who can work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Complete monthly account reconciliations and investigate discrepancies
• Prepare and post journal entries to the general ledger
• Support month-end and year-end close activities
• Review and process accounts payable invoices
• Maintain accounts receivable records and apply cash payments
• Reconcile vendor statements and customer account balances
• Research and resolve payment and account discrepancies
• Assist with cash management and treasury-related activities
• Review financial documentation for accuracy and completeness
• Prepare financial reports and supporting account analyses
• Process accounting adjustments, write-offs, and other transactions
• Respond to internal accounting and financial inquiries
• Provide documentation and support during audits
• Perform additional accounting and finance duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred
• 3+ years of progressive accounting experience
• Strong experience with account reconciliations, journal entries, and general ledger accounting
• Hands-on accounts payable and accounts receivable experience
• Experience supporting month-end close processes
• Solid understanding of GAAP and standard accounting practices
• Ability to analyze financial information and identify discrepancies
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to handle sensitive financial information confidentially

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in a mid-level or senior accounting capacity
• Experience using a major ERP or financial management system
• Exposure to treasury, cash management, or investment-related accounting
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
• Experience handling high-volume financial transactions and reconciliations