Staff Accountant

Senior Staff Accountant – Grant Oversight, Expenditure Processing & Payable Administration
Richmond, VA (Fully Onsite)
6-Month Renewable Assignment 

Position Summary:
We are in search of an experienced Senior Staff Accountant to become part of our client's organization. This position will primarily oversee grant management, expenditure tracking, and accounts payable operations, while delivering vital financial stewardship and maintaining adherence to company protocols and regulatory requirements. This is an onsite role with an initial duration of six months, expandable based on future needs.

Key Duties:

• Conduct comprehensive reviews of outgoing payments and incoming collections
• Supervise the organizational purchase card system
• Coordinate employee reimbursement requests and secure proper authorizations
• Review and update supplier records for accuracy and compliance
• Execute crucial analyses of main ledger accounts
• Prepare and reconcile cash accounts
• Cross-check and harmonize financial systems for precision and regulatory alignment

Requirements:

• Working familiarity with common office programs, electronic banking platforms, and core accounting tools
• Awareness of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) guidelines
• Solid grasp of policies and protocols specific to housing department finance operations
• Sound knowledge of IRS mandates, particularly pertaining to 1099 and 1042 form filings
• Superior verbal, written, and relationship-building communication capabilities
• Acute attention to detail, along with dependable organization and time management
• Capacity to succeed independently and collaboratively

Preferred Background:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Management, or similar discipline (or equivalent work history)
• Minimum of 4 to 5 years in accounting, financial services, or related sectors
• Proven expertise in payment processing, client/vendor relations, ledger and bank reconciliation, purchase card administration, and preparation of financial statements
• Hands-on experience with audit controls and resolving financial process issues

All duly qualified candidates will be considered for employment regardless of race, color, religious beliefs, gender, sexual preference, gender expression, origin, handicap status, or protected military standing.