Staff Accountant Job in Falls Church, VA | Robert Half

Responsibilities: Oversee daily general ledger activity and help drive the monthly, quarterly, and annual close cycle to completion on schedule. Prepare financial reports and supplemental schedules, then evaluate results to highlight notable trends, variances, and areas requiring follow-up. Complete reconciliations for bank accounts and key balance sheet and income statement accounts, investigating exceptions and resolving issues promptly. Record and post journal entries to ensure accounting transactions are captured accurately and supported by appropriate documentation. Maintain schedules for prepaid items, fixed assets, accrued liabilities, and intercompany balances to keep records current and complete. Compare actual performance against budget and forecast targets, providing meaningful financial analysis to support management decisions. Assist with annual audit activities by compiling requested schedules, answering inquiries, and supplying supporting documentation. Prepare required filings such as sales tax, business license, and other compliance-related reports in a timely and accurate manner. Review account activity for accuracy and adherence to accounting standards while recommending process enhancements and stronger internal controls. Partner with cross-functional teams and use advanced Excel tools, including Pivot Tables and lookup formulas, to analyze data and support special projects.