Staff Accountant

Description Our client, a well-known and stable not for profit organization, is recruiting for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join their finance team in Washington, DC. This role will support the month end close and financial reporting but focuses on managing cash receipts, accounts receivable, and financial reconciliations to ensure accuracy and compliance. As a vital member of the organization, you will oversee invoicing, payment processing, and close activities while maintaining strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Core Responsibilities: u2022 Record and reconcile daily cash transactions, ensuring all activity aligns with bank statements. u2022 Issue invoices promptly and accurately, adhering to revenue recognition policies while maintaining proper records. u2022 Manage accounts receivable processes, including invoicing, payment applications, aging reviews, and collection follow-ups. u2022 Apply payments from various sources accurately and address discrepancies with customers or internal teams. u2022 Perform revenue account reconciliations with third-party partners, resolving any issues in a timely manner. u2022 Serve as the primary contact for payment processors and merchants, handling inquiries and reconciliation tasks. u2022 Ensure accurate recording of member activities, payment applications, and adjustments. u2022 Support month-end and year-end close processes by preparing journal entries, reconciliations, and financial statement reviews. u2022 Maintain accurate financial records for the organization, including donations and investments. u2022 Identify and implement improvements to accounting processes and tools to enhance efficiency and accuracy. Your base pay will depend on your skills, experience and training, knowledge, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. Our client offers medical benefits as part of their overall compensation package in addition to other robust benefits. Please submit your resume in confidence to Raj Khanna, Senior Vice President at Robert Half or directly via LinkedIn for immediate consideration for this or one of our other active career opportunities in the Washington Metro area. Requirements u2022 Bacheloru2019s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred - other equivalent experience may be considered. u2022 3 years or more years of experience in accounting, including accounts receivable and cash management. u2022 Experience with accounting software such as Intacct and , and proficiency in Microsoft Excel. u2022 Core knowledge of accounting principles and practices, especially for non-profits. u2022 Proven ability to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and work effectively in a fast-paced environment. u2022 Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to collaborate with internal departments and external partners. Robert Half is the worldu2019s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app ( and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. u00a9 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking u201cApply Now,u201d youu2019re agreeing to Robert Halfu2019s Terms of Use ( and Privacy Notice (.

Created: 2026-03-07