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Accounting Assistant

The Ford Agency
Washington, DC Full Time
POSTED ON 9/15/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/15/2026
The Ford Agency is recruiting for an up and coming accounting professional to join the DC office of a great professional services firm based in DC. This role will work on legal billing, AP/AR, and provide support to payroll and some other HR functions. A rare opening with a firm that has very strong staff tenure and a stand-out work culture in the legal community. If you have 2 years of accounting experience and are looking for a great role with great benefits, contact us today!

Responsibilities Include:
 • Handle client billing using E-billing processes
 • Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable
 • Prepare monthly reports and investigate invoices
 • Assist with payroll entry
 • Assist with other accounting and administrative related tasks
 
Qualifications Include:
 • Bachelor's Degree
 • 2 years of hands-on accounting & AP/AR experience, legal experience a plus
 • Proficiency with 3E or Chrome River a plus
 • Professional communication and organization skills
 • Strong attention to detail
 • Desire to work with a collaborative and supportive team
 • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Compensation:
 • 60K annually 

Candidates for this position must be based in DC, MD, or VA area or have independent plans for relocation.

The Ford Agency is a recruiting firm based in Washington, DC. We represent a broad range of organizations including: non-profits, associations, legal, consulting, and government relations firms. This position is an opening with one of our clients.

To see more positions available through The Ford Agency, please check out our website at www.ford-agency.com.

Salary : $60,000 - $65,000

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