Staff Accountant II

Job Description

Job Description

STAFF ACCOUNTANT II

Location: Washington, DC
Employment Status: Full-Time
Work Arrangement: Hybrid; at least three days per week in the office

About Colonial Parking, Inc.

Colonial Parking, Inc. is a local, family-owned leading parking and mobility services provider serving the Washington, D.C., Maryland, and Virginia region. With more than 300 parking facilities under management, we have built our reputation by delivering dependable service, operational excellence, and innovative parking solutions.

Our success is driven by employees who take pride in their work, collaborate across departments, and look for better ways to serve our customers and communities. At Colonial Parking, team members have the opportunity to contribute to a well-established organization while developing their skills in a supportive, professional environment.

We are looking for motivated individuals who value teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement. Join us and become part of a company where your contributions are recognized and your work makes a meaningful impact.

Position Summary

The Staff Accountant reports directly to the Accounting Manager and is responsible for the timely and accurate accumulation and reporting of company financial information. This position provides company management with financial information in standard and requested formats and performs assigned accounting duties with limited supervision.

The Staff Accountant is expected to maintain accurate financial records, apply strong attention to detail, exercise sound judgment when researching and resolving account issues, and maintain current instructions and procedures related to assigned job responsibilities. Performance is reviewed annually by the direct supervisor against company expectations and agreed-upon job-related performance goals.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Accounting & Financial Reporting

• Enter, review, and verify journal entries across company ledgers.
• Verify financial information and ensure its accuracy and completeness with strong attention to detail.
• Prepare, review, and issue monthly client financial statements, including calculating management fees and amounts owed to and/or due from property owners in accordance with contractual agreements.

Account Reconciliation & Analysis

• Reconcile bank and general ledger accounts.
• Research complex variables, make recommendations, and use good judgment when executing resolutions.

Procedures & Documentation

• Maintain a complete and current set of instructions and procedures related to assigned job responsibilities.
• Perform other related duties and special projects as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or equivalent experience.
• One to three years of accounting experience.
• Established proficiency with Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Experience working with ERP and related accounting systems, such as Microsoft GP, PaperSave, BI360, or comparable systems.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting preferred.

What's in It for You? Benefits and Perks

Colonial Parking, Inc. offers a competitive benefits package designed to support the health, financial well-being, professional development, and work-life balance of our employees.

Eligibility for specific benefits is based on full-time or part-time employment status and the terms of the applicable benefit plans.

• Affordable medical and dental coverage
• Employer-paid short-term disability insurance
• Employer-paid group life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance
• Vacation and sick leave
• Eight paid holidays
• 401(k) eligibility after six months, with an employer contribution
• Education reimbursement
• Employee recognition programs
• Complimentary parking at your assigned work location
• DailyPay access, allowing eligible employees greater flexibility in accessing earned wages

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

The physical demands and work environment described below are representative of those that an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this position, the employee may be required to:

• Stand, walk, and sit for varying periods of time.
• Use office equipment, tools, and controls.
• Type, write, reach with hands and arms, speak, and hear.

Work Environment

This position is primarily performed in a professional office environment. The noise level in the work environment may range from minimal to moderate.

Internal Contacts

This position will have regular contact with Operations Managers, Accounting Department personnel, department leaders, and other internal stakeholders as necessary to perform assigned responsibilities.

External Contacts

This position will have regular contact with customers, clients, and other external business contacts as necessary to perform assigned responsibilities.

Compensation

Actual compensation will be determined based on factors such as the selected candidate's accounting experience, education, technical skills, system proficiency, qualifications, and other job-related considerations.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Colonial Parking, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to any status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Qualified individuals with disabilities may request reasonable accommodations during the application or interview process.