SUMMARY:

****ALL APPLICANTS MUST BE LOCATED IN THE WASHINGTON, DC METRO AREA TO BE CONSIDERED******

Our client, four prominent National Pension and Retirement Benefit Funds, headquartered in Washington, DC, is actively seeking a meticulous and proactive Accounting Associate to complement their team. This role offers not only the opportunity to contribute to a significant organization but also boasts an array of impressive benefits. Imagine enjoying comprehensive 100% employer-paid medical coverage, a pension plan generously funded by the employer, and a 401(k) plan featuring a matching contribution of up to 5%. While the position currently requires onsite presence, our client provides a transportation fringe benefit program to alleviate associated commuting expenses. This is a remarkable opportunity you won't want to overlook.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensure compliance with Fund’s policies and procedures, federal and state laws and regulations, fiscal management best practices, and generally accepted accounting standards.
• Assist with overseeing the daily operations of general accounting, treasury and systems management.
• Manage Accounts Receivable including daily deposits, transfers, and postings in Sage accounting software.
• Record monthly pensioner checks and changes and review for inaccuracies.
• Manage Accounts Payable, gather and verify invoices received for appropriate documentation and prepare invoice summaries.
• Assist with daily cash management. Review prior and current day transaction banking reports to ensure proper classification and recording in accounting system.
• Review, code and process manual checks, wires and ach payments.
• Reconcile monthly benefit payments, voids and ach returns to Bridgeway registers.
• Assist in overseeing the preparation of all required financial statements and reports for internal and external use as well as for audit and tax purposes.
• Manage Form 1099-R reconciliation spreadsheets throughout the year related to lump sum payments, death benefits, etc.
• Assist with positive pay related to verification of checks.
• Assist with 401(k) Funding requests and Employer fee mailings.
• Review the general ledger to monitor accounting inaccuracies and imbalances.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, 2 years accounting experience preferred.
• Must possess proficient data entry or keypunch skills with a keen attention to detail.
• Experience in accounts receivable is advantageous but not mandatory.
• Demonstrating logical thinking is essential.
• Proficiency in English and mathematics is required.
• Competence with Microsoft Word and Excel is necessary.
• We seek a reliable individual capable of efficiently managing various tasks and meeting deadlines.
• Strong analytical abilities are highly valued.
• Demonstrating proficiency in following instructions and working autonomously is crucial.

BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES:

• Punctuality and good attendance required.
• Professional appearance and demeanor required.
• Foster teamwork and display a positive attitude.
• Respectful of others in the workplace.
• Exhibit productive mannerisms.

BENEFITS:

Coverage includes health, hospitalization, dental, eye care, life insurance, defined benefit pension plan, and 401(k) Plan with up to 5% match, dependent care plan, transportation fringe benefit program, and tuition reimbursement.