Staff Accountant

Legence • Beltsville, MD

20h • $65,000 - $85,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Staff Accountant will support core accounting functions, including financial reporting, general ledger maintenance, and month-end close activities, working closely with the accounting and finance team.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required
• At least two years of accounting experience in public or corporate accounting.
• Firm knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (US GAAP).
• Familiarity with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, SAP, Oracle, Great Plains, Spectrum, or similar systems).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail; highly organized, methodical, and results-driven.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet competing deadlines.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• High level of integrity with the ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Adaptable and capable of working in a fast-paced environment.
• Candidates must have current work authorization in the U.S.; visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA), CPA candidate, or interest in pursuing CPA preferred (not required).
• Construction industry experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of ASC 606 and percentage-of-completion accounting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily invoice coding and processing.
• Ensure accurate and timely data entry within ERP/accounting systems.
• Prepare and post journal entries with appropriate supporting documentation.
• Maintain schedules and support documentation for account balances.
• Perform monthly reconciliations of general ledger accounts and investigate discrepancies.
• Assist with month-end and year-end close processes.
• Assist in preparing reports for projects, billings, collections, contracts, etc.
• Assist with maintaining internal controls and compliance procedures.
• Support audit processes by preparing requested documentation.
• Assist with departmental recordkeeping responsibilities.
• Collaborate with team members on accounting tasks and process improvements.
• Perform ad hoc accounting projects and analysis as assigned.

Benefits

• Company Paid medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, accident & sickness benefit, basic group life and AD&D
• Comprehensive Paid Time Off (PTO) program.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree