We are looking for an Accounting Specialist to support core financial operations for a higher education organization in Alexandria, Virginia. This Long-term Contract position focuses on maintaining accurate payables and receivables activity while helping ensure timely reporting and documentation. The ideal candidate will bring strong attention to detail, sound accounting knowledge, and experience working with financial systems in a deadline-driven environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage the full invoice cycle by reviewing submissions, assigning proper accounting codes, and processing payments on a weekly basis.<br>• Prepare monthly accounts payable reporting to help track expenses, reconcile activity, and support financial oversight.<br>• Assist with year-end 1099 documentation by organizing payment records and verifying required vendor information.<br>• Support accounts receivable functions by monitoring incoming payments, applying transactions accurately, and following up on outstanding balances.<br>• Maintain accurate financial records within accounting and ERP systems to promote consistency, compliance, and audit readiness.<br>• Review billing and transaction details for accuracy, resolving discrepancies in coordination with internal stakeholders as needed.
<p>We are looking for an Accounting Specialist to support day-to-day financial operations for a growing team in Hyattsville, Maryland. This role focuses on maintaining accurate records, processing transactions efficiently, and helping ensure timely payment and billing activity. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, hands-on accounting support experience, and confidence working with QuickBooks in a fast-paced environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process vendor bills and employee reimbursement requests with accuracy and timely follow-through</p><p>• Prepare and issue customer invoices while monitoring account activity to support prompt collections</p><p>• Record financial transactions and maintain organized accounting data for reporting and audit readiness</p><p>• Reconcile accounts, investigate discrepancies, and resolve payment or billing issues efficiently</p><p>• Enter high volumes of financial information into accounting systems while preserving data accuracy</p><p>• Use QuickBooks to update records, track transactions, and assist with routine bookkeeping functions</p><p>• Communicate with internal teams, vendors, and customers regarding invoice status, payments, and account questions</p><p><br></p><p>All interested candidates in the Staff Accountant opportunity and other full-time opportunities in Accounting Specialist please send your resume to Justin Decker via LinkedIn. </p>