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Staff Accountant
We are looking for a skilled Staff Accountant to join our team on a contract basis in Norfolk, Virginia. In this role, you will focus on resolving complex accounting issues, reconciling accounts, and ensuring the accuracy of financial records. Your expertise in Deltek Costpoint will play a critical role in stabilizing the organization's financial operations and supporting audit readiness.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Conduct detailed reviews of the general ledger to identify and correct errors, omissions, and inconsistencies.<br>• Perform account reconciliations for bank, intercompany, accruals, and prepaid accounts.<br>• Reconstruct and document journal entries to ensure compliance and proper recordkeeping.<br>• Lead or assist in month-end and year-end closing processes to maintain accurate financial reporting.<br>• Collaborate with internal teams to clarify historical transactions and gather missing financial data.<br>• Prepare accurate financial statements and support audit preparations.<br>• Recommend and implement process improvements and strengthen internal controls.<br>• Provide knowledge transfer and documentation to permanent staff for seamless continuity.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.<br>• At least 5 years of experience in general ledger accounting, with a focus on clean-up or consulting projects.<br>• Proficiency with Deltek Costpoint is required.<br>• Strong understanding of financial reporting standards and accounting principles.<br>• Exceptional analytical skills and attention to detail.<br>• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.<br>• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration.
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  • Norfolk, VA
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 29.29 - 33.91 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a skilled Staff Accountant to join our team on a contract basis in Norfolk, Virginia. In this role, you will focus on resolving complex accounting issues, reconciling accounts, and ensuring the accuracy of financial records. Your expertise in Deltek Costpoint will play a critical role in stabilizing the organization's financial operations and supporting audit readiness.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Conduct detailed reviews of the general ledger to identify and correct errors, omissions, and inconsistencies.<br>• Perform account reconciliations for bank, intercompany, accruals, and prepaid accounts.<br>• Reconstruct and document journal entries to ensure compliance and proper recordkeeping.<br>• Lead or assist in month-end and year-end closing processes to maintain accurate financial reporting.<br>• Collaborate with internal teams to clarify historical transactions and gather missing financial data.<br>• Prepare accurate financial statements and support audit preparations.<br>• Recommend and implement process improvements and strengthen internal controls.<br>• Provide knowledge transfer and documentation to permanent staff for seamless continuity.
  • 2025-08-29T15:58:44Z

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