Staff Accountant (Hybrid Role - Silver Spring, Maryland)

Capital Technology Group•Silver Spring, MD

4d•$50,000 - $65,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Capital Technology Group (CTG) is seeking a smart, motivated, and resourceful Staff Accountant to join our growing team. This role is ideal for recent graduates and early-career professionals who learn quickly, take initiative, and are willing to jump in wherever needed. Professional accounting experience is a plus, but we’re equally interested in someone capable, curious, organized, and eager to learn! In this role, you will support the Controller and accounting function across day-to-day financial operations, month-end close, account reconciliations, financial reporting, and other accounting activities. The ideal candidate has experience with general ledger activities, journal entries, reconciliations, and maintaining accurate financial records. We are seeking someone detail-oriented, proactive, and eager to develop their accounting expertise in a collaborative, fast-paced environment. Capital Technology Group is experiencing rapid growth with a strong focus on purposeful, mission-driven work. We move fast, work closely together, and value trust, adaptability, and collaboration in everything we do. To be considered, applicants must reside in the Washington, DC area and be available to work on a hybrid schedule from Silver Spring, MD.

Requirements

Located in the DMV (DC, Maryland, Virginia) area and willing to come into our Silver Spring, MD office as needed
Degree in Accounting or related field
Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills
Strong attention to detail and ability to identify and resolve discrepancies
Self-starter with sound judgment, problem-solving skills, and business acumen
Ability to work independently while also being comfortable asking questions and learning new processes.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with Microsoft Excel, including formulas, PivotTables, and basic data analysis
Internship or prior work experience in an accounting or finance role.
Interest in developing knowledge of government contracting

Responsibilities

Monitor the Accounting inbox and review, process, and enter all Accounts Payable (AP) transactions.
Prepare, review, and submit Accounts Receivable (AR) invoices to customers in accordance with contract and billing requirements.
Create, update, and maintain Accounting Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to ensure consistent and effective accounting processes.
Review subcontractor labor hours and supporting documentation; communicate with subcontractors and internal personnel to identify and resolve discrepancies.
Support the Controller with general accounting activities, financial reporting, and other accounting-related projects as needed.
General office support projects as assigned.