Staff Accountant

redcoats· Accounting/Finance
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📍 Bethesda, MD, USFULL TIME

About this role

Overview

Staff Accountant/Junior Accountant

 

Position Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support day-to-day accounting operations and assist with monthly close activities. This role will be responsible for preparing account reconciliations, recording accruals and expenses, reviewing AP coding, and assisting with revenue recognition and other accounting projects. The ideal candidate is organized, analytical, and comfortable working in a fast-paced corporate accounting environment.

Responsibilities

 

Key Responsibilities

  • Prepare and maintain balance sheet account reconciliations.
  • Review and approve accounts payable coding for accuracy.
  • Record deferred revenue and assist with revenue recognition processes.
  • Prepare journal entries to record monthly expenses as needed.
  • Record recurring accruals and prepaid expenses.
  • Record payroll-related entries including payroll accruals and 401(k) employer match.
  • Record employee benefit expenses including health insurance and vacation accruals.
  • Record workers’ compensation and general liability insurance expenses.
  • Identify and correct coding errors in financial records.
  • Assist with monthly closing activities
  • Support special accounting projects and process improvements as needed.

Qualifications

 

 

Qualifications

  • Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.
  • 1+ years of corporate accounting experience, general ledger accounting is preferred
  • Experience preparing and posting journal entries and performing account reconciliations required
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to prepare reports and present information clearly.
  • Solid understanding of general ledger accounting.
  • Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and Outlook.
  • Workday experience is a plus
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
  • Strong collaboration skills and the ability to work effectively with employees, management, and external partners.

Responsibilities

Staff Accountant/Junior Accountant
 
Position Overview
We are seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support day-to-day accounting operations and assist with monthly close activities. This role will be responsible for preparing account reconciliations, recording accruals and expenses, reviewing AP coding, and assisting with revenue recognition and other accounting projects. The ideal candidate is organized, analytical, and comfortable working in a fast-paced corporate accounting environment.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the salary disclosed for the Staff Accountant position at redcoats?
The salary for this Staff Accountant role at redcoats is not publicly listed. Click "Apply Now" to learn more about the compensation package on their official careers page.
Where is the Staff Accountant position at redcoats located?
This Staff Accountant role at redcoats is based in Bethesda, MD, US. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Staff Accountant role at redcoats full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a FULL TIME position. It is posted as a Staff Accountant role in the Accounting/Finance department at redcoats.
Which team or department does the Staff Accountant at redcoats belong to?
This Staff Accountant position is part of the Accounting/Finance department at redcoats. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Staff Accountant position at redcoats?
Click the "Apply Now" button on this page. You will be redirected to redcoats's official application portal hosted on icims where you can submit your application directly.
When was the Staff Accountant job at redcoats posted?
This Staff Accountant position at redcoats was posted on Feb 5, 2025. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
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