Staff Accountant
We are looking for a meticulous and organized Staff Accountant to join our team in Greenbelt, Maryland. In this Contract-to-permanent position, you will play a pivotal role in managing essential accounting operations, including corporate accounts, card services, accounts payable, and general ledger reconciliations. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a dynamic environment within the credit union industry while enhancing your accounting expertise.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process daily share draft returns, stop payments, and maintain accurate member and account records.<br>• Reconcile general ledger accounts related to corporate accounts, share drafts, and suspense items, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.<br>• Prepare and post journal entries for exception accounts, teller work, and return items.<br>• Manage accounts payable by processing invoices, issuing vendor checks, and resolving discrepancies.<br>• Compile monthly reports for fixed assets, prepaid expenses, and accruals, supporting overall financial reporting.<br>• Assist with month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closings, as well as audit preparations and reporting requirements.<br>• Investigate and resolve quality control issues, serving as a backup for other accounting team members when needed.<br>• Handle credit and debit card processing, including daily settlements, reconciliations, and fraud monitoring.<br>• Collaborate with external vendors, auditors, and financial institutions to ensure smooth operations and compliance.<br>• Reconcile transaction reports for organizational cash funds, settlements, and adjustments, addressing any discrepancies.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is preferred.<br>• A minimum of 3–5 years of accounting experience, ideally within a financial institution.<br>• Proficiency in processing corporate taxes, sales tax, and preparing corporate tax returns.<br>• Strong skills in journal entries, general ledger management, and account reconciliation.<br>• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.<br>• Excellent organizational and analytical abilities, coupled with strong communication skills.<br>• Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality and meet strict deadlines.<br>• Bondable, with the ability to lift up to 25 pounds and availability for occasional travel.
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- Greenbelt, MD
- onsite
- Contract / Temporary to Hire
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26.13 - 30.25 USD / Hourly
- We are looking for a meticulous and organized Staff Accountant to join our team in Greenbelt, Maryland. In this Contract-to-permanent position, you will play a pivotal role in managing essential accounting operations, including corporate accounts, card services, accounts payable, and general ledger reconciliations. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a dynamic environment within the credit union industry while enhancing your accounting expertise.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process daily share draft returns, stop payments, and maintain accurate member and account records.<br>• Reconcile general ledger accounts related to corporate accounts, share drafts, and suspense items, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.<br>• Prepare and post journal entries for exception accounts, teller work, and return items.<br>• Manage accounts payable by processing invoices, issuing vendor checks, and resolving discrepancies.<br>• Compile monthly reports for fixed assets, prepaid expenses, and accruals, supporting overall financial reporting.<br>• Assist with month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closings, as well as audit preparations and reporting requirements.<br>• Investigate and resolve quality control issues, serving as a backup for other accounting team members when needed.<br>• Handle credit and debit card processing, including daily settlements, reconciliations, and fraud monitoring.<br>• Collaborate with external vendors, auditors, and financial institutions to ensure smooth operations and compliance.<br>• Reconcile transaction reports for organizational cash funds, settlements, and adjustments, addressing any discrepancies.
- 2025-10-28T18:58:43Z