Description

We are offering an opportunity for a Sr. Accountant to join our team in the non-profit industry based in Washington, District of Columbia. The successful candidate will be instrumental in managing our financial information and ensuring accuracy in our records. This role presents a short-term contract employment opportunity where you will be responsible for a range of accounting tasks including reconciling bank statements and managing accounts receivable and payable.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct bank reconciliations to ensure financial records are accurate.

• Oversee Accounts Receivable (AR) to manage income and receipts.

• Handle Accounts Payable (AP) to manage outgoing expenses.

• Utilize Microsoft Excel for maintaining and updating financial data.

• Prepare and record journal entries to keep track of financial transactions.

• Ensure all accounting tasks are performed in compliance with the standards of the non-profit industry.

• Collaborate with team members to improve financial processes and systems.

• Resolve any financial discrepancies that might arise and suggest corrective actions.

• Monitor financial transactions and reports to identify any irregularities.

Requirements • Possession of a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or a related field.

• Extensive experience in a senior accounting position within the non-profit sector.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other accounting software.

• Familiarity with bank reconciliations and journal entries.

• Comprehensive understanding of Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) processes.

• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Commitment to ethical and confidentiality guidelines.

• Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple tasks.

• Demonstrated leadership abilities.

Robert Half is the world’s 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.

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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.

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