Staff Accountant

IREX • Washington, DC

27d

About The Position

IREX is seeking an energetic, detail-oriented Staff Accountant to help keep our global operations running smoothly and compliantly. Reporting to the Accounting Manager, you’ll own core accounting functions—AP, AR, billing, and general ledger—while helping strengthen controls, streamline processes, and support audits and business development. This is a hands-on role for someone who enjoys both precision and problem-solving, and who wants their accounting work to directly support international impact.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (Master’s a plus)
• 2–4 years of accounting experience with strong GAAP knowledge
• Comfort with accounting systems (Deltek Costpoint, Concur a plus) and strong Excel skills
• Clear communicator with sharp judgment, strong organization, and a service mindset

Nice To Haves

• Experience in nonprofits, grants, or donor-funded environments preferred

Responsibilities

• Execute end-to-end AP, AR, billing, and GL activities with accuracy and timeliness
• Manage transactions and month-close entries in Deltek Costpoint, Concur, and related systems
• Support audits, financial reporting, and year-end processes (including 1099s)
• Partner with FP&A, programs, and business development on accruals, costing, and compliance
• Identify control gaps, recommend improvements, and help modernize accounting practices
• Serve as a trusted resource for staff, vendors, and partners on financial policies and systems

Benefits

• You’ll have visibility, autonomy, and the opportunity to improve how things work—while supporting programs that make a real difference worldwide.
• You’re trusted with real ownership—accuracy, judgment, and initiative matter
• You work with smart, collaborative colleagues who value clarity and follow-through
• Your ideas to strengthen controls and improve processes are welcomed and acted on
• You see the full picture: accounting, programs, donors, and business development
• Your work directly supports global impact—not just the bottom line

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees