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Sr. Accountant
We are looking for a skilled Senior Accountant to join our team on a long-term contract basis in Alexandria, Virginia. This role is ideal for someone who excels in managing financial records and ensuring accurate account reconciliations. You will play a vital part in supporting month-end close processes and handling various accounting tasks with precision.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Perform comprehensive reconciliations for general ledger accounts to ensure financial accuracy.<br>• Manage prepaid expenses, loan investments, and allowance for loan loss accounts.<br>• Handle credit card transactions and review entries for compliance and correctness.<br>• Prepare journal entries and support the month-end close process.<br>• Conduct bank reconciliations to verify account balances and transactions.<br>• Collaborate on ad hoc financial projects and provide support for special accounting tasks.<br>• Maintain detailed documentation and records to support audits and reporting.<br>• Identify and resolve discrepancies in financial data in a timely manner.<br>• Assist in the continuous improvement of accounting processes and workflows.
<p>• Proven experience in month-end close processes and related accounting tasks.</p><p>• Strong knowledge of general ledger management and account reconciliation.</p><p>• Expertise in preparing and reviewing journal entries with attention to detail.</p><p>• Familiarity with managing prepaid expenses</p><p>• Proficiency in handling bank reconciliations and credit card transactions.</p><p>• Ability to work independently while meeting deadlines and maintaining accuracy.</p><p>• Excellent organizational and analytical skills to identify and resolve financial discrepancies.</p><p>• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.</p>
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  • Alexandria, VA
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • - USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a skilled Senior Accountant to join our team on a long-term contract basis in Alexandria, Virginia. This role is ideal for someone who excels in managing financial records and ensuring accurate account reconciliations. You will play a vital part in supporting month-end close processes and handling various accounting tasks with precision.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Perform comprehensive reconciliations for general ledger accounts to ensure financial accuracy.<br>• Manage prepaid expenses, loan investments, and allowance for loan loss accounts.<br>• Handle credit card transactions and review entries for compliance and correctness.<br>• Prepare journal entries and support the month-end close process.<br>• Conduct bank reconciliations to verify account balances and transactions.<br>• Collaborate on ad hoc financial projects and provide support for special accounting tasks.<br>• Maintain detailed documentation and records to support audits and reporting.<br>• Identify and resolve discrepancies in financial data in a timely manner.<br>• Assist in the continuous improvement of accounting processes and workflows.
  • 2025-10-07T16:38:48Z

Sr. Accountant Job in Alexandria | Robert Half