Ref ID: 04510-0011725188Classification: Staff AccountantCompensation: DOEAccountemps is searching for a Staff Accountant for a short-term temporary opportunity with a fast-growing company. As a Staff Accountant, you will be responsible for the preparation of journal entries, monthly and year-end closings, bank reconciliation, fixed asset maintenance and general ledger reconciliation. You will have responsibility for many aspects of internal reporting during the monthly close. In addition, you will support the development and implementation of accounting policies. In addition, you will take part in compliance, review schedules for the reporting processes, and interact with our external auditors for quarterly reviews and annual audits. This very involved position works to produce Cash Flow projections, Budgets, and Financial Statements. This Washington, District of Columbia based company is offering an opportunity that is multi-faceted and challenging in nature. It's a thriving environment where effort is rewarded.What you get to do every single day- Partake in annual closing processes- Offer descriptions of a large number of financial data and communicate insights in a useful and understandable manner- Support implementation, maintenance and adherence to internal controls and accounting procedures ensuring compliance with GAAP- Keep up fixed asset ledger, depreciation, and reconciliation- Be responsible for account reconciliations including prepaid expenses, payroll, and other assignments- Ad-hoc reporting and special projects, as requested- Be a part of various initiatives spanning multiple departments- Be responsible for analysis of income statements and balance sheets and communicate findings to management- Support capital lease and monthly payment schedules- Carry out month end close, journal entries, without supervisionJob Requirements:- BA/BS or equivalent in Accounting, Finance or Economics- Dedication and requisite skills to meet critical business deadlines- Ability to work within spreadsheets and databases- Working knowledge of spreadsheets and databases- Fully formed organizational, written and verbal communication skills- High attention to detail and possesses excellent organizational and writing skills- Recent and relevant accounting experience- Efficient in ERP systems- Strong analytical skills, with the ability to exercise good judgment and make decisions based on accurate and timely analysis- Experience working in a dynamic and changing company environment a plus- Self-starter and strong ethical standards- Great Plains (GPAC) experience- Experience with Microsoft Great Plains Accounting- General familiarity with expense reports- Strong familiarity with Accounts Receivable (AR)- Comprehensive knowledge of Accounts Payable (AP)- Accounts Payable (AP) experience required- Proven knowledge of Microsoft Great Plains Dynamics- Well-founded grasp of Expense ReportingAccountemps, a Robert Half Company, matches skilled accounting and finance professionals with remote or on-site jobs on a temporary and temporary-to-hire basis. Our experienced staffing professionals can promote you to employers and advocate on your behalf. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. For more opportunities, get the Robert Half app and receive instant notifications when our AI matches your skills and experience with jobs. When you work with us, you're working with the best. Robert Half has been recognized as one of FORTUNE's "Most Admired Companies" every year since 1998 and was named to Forbes' inaugural list of America's Best Temporary Staffing Firms. Questions? Call your local office at 1.888.490.3195. All applicants applying for US job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to temporary professionals. Visit https://roberthalf.gobenefits.net/ for more information. (C) 2020 Accountemps. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "Apply Now," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use (www.roberthalf.com/terms-of-use).