Staff Accountant

Goodwill of Greater Washington•Washington, DC

51d

About The Position

Support the accounting department in day-to-day general ledger accounting, financial analysis, journal entries and account reconciliations. Assist in systems improvements and maintenance. This position is responsible and will be held accountable for behaving in accordance with divisional and organizational RISE values and expectations. Goodwill offers exciting opportunities for professional growth, and robust benefits, including personal time off (PTO), paid holidays, basic life insurance, short/long term disability benefits, individual and family medical, dental and vision benefits, pet insurance, generous employee discounts, and access to an employee assistance program (EAP). 403(b)/401(k) plan with match available after 1 year. Bonus eligible.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field required; 2-4 years general accounting experience, including extensive knowledge of GAAP.
Excellent organizational skills, self-starter, detail-oriented, solutions driven, positive attitude, ability to multitask and work in an evolving accounting department is essential.
Knowledge of various aspects of accounting and payroll related functions and software packages.
Good interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively both in writing and verbally.
Team player with a positive attitude and the ability to interact with all levels of the organization.
Strong Financial System Skills
Excellent analytical skills with great attention to detail. Advanced Microsoft Excel / Word skills.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Microsoft D365 (Finance and Operations module) a plus, however not required.
Public accounting experience is a strong plus, however not required.
CPA certification is a plus, however not required.

Responsibilities

Provide assistance with general ledger and monthly accounting close process for rapidly growing organization. Process general ledger transactions and checkbook entries.
Perform account analysis, including identification and explanation of variances, account reconciliations and preparation of journal entries.
Assist in overall organization of Finance department documentation-electronic and retained documents.
Prepare period end accruals and maintain the various general ledger accounts, including reconciliation of various general ledger accounts, as assigned.
Maintain various monthly ledgers, registers, journals and logs following established accounting policies and procedures.
Maintain and update detailed documentation of key assigned tasks and processes for Desktop Work Instructions.
Provide assistance in improving and maintaining financial and operational systems.