Staff Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join an accounting environment in Waldorf, Maryland. This contract opportunity has the potential to become permanent and is ideal for someone who enjoys balancing tax work with core accounting responsibilities in a hands-on setting. The role will support day-to-day financial operations while contributing to corporate tax preparation, account reconciliation, and accurate reporting.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and support corporate tax filings, ensuring records are organized and submissions are completed accurately and on schedule.

• Record financial activity through journal entries and maintain the integrity of the general ledger across accounting periods.

• Manage accounts payable processes, including invoice review, coding, and timely payment coordination.

• Oversee accounts receivable activity by tracking incoming payments, applying cash, and following up on outstanding balances.

• Perform bank reconciliations and investigate discrepancies to keep cash records current and reliable.

• Utilize QuickBooks to maintain accounting data, generate reports, and support routine financial operations.

• Assist with month-end and year-end close tasks to help produce complete and accurate financial information.

• Experience handling corporate tax work within an accounting or public accounting setting.
• Working knowledge of preparing or supporting corporate tax returns.
• Proficiency with journal entries, general ledger maintenance, and account reconciliation.
• Hands-on experience managing accounts payable and accounts receivable activities.
• Familiarity with bank reconciliations and resolving account variances.
• Experience using QuickBooks for day-to-day accounting tasks and reporting.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.