Staff Accountant - Accounts Receivable

Company: Addison Group
Location: Washington
Posted on: January 18, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Position: Staff Accountant – Accounts Receivable Type: Contract-to-Hire (initially 3 months, with potential extension) Location: NW DC Compensation: $22 – $28 / Hour - Depending on experience Benefits Information: This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, and 401(k). Our client, a well-known nonprofit organization in the public health sector, is seeking an Accounts Receivable Specialist to join their team. This role will handle a variety of AR and accounting functions, working closely with both internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure accurate and timely financial processing. Qualifications & Hiring Criteria: Education: Bachelor’s degree or Associates in Accounting required Industry Experience: Nonprofit experience preferred Software Skills: Great Plains (required) Advanced Excel proficiency iMIS experience preferred Experience: Minimum 2 years of accounting experience Job Responsibilities: Process and prepare daily cash receipts Enter data for Membership, Subscriptions, Publications, and Annual Meeting transactions Respond to inquiries from internal and external customers Administer all aspects of the accounts payable and cash disbursement process, including: Recording invoices Tracking, reviewing, and approving payments Perform general ledger reconciliations Ensure accuracy and attention to detail in all accounting work Apply accounting principles in day-to-day responsibilities Maintain flexibility, reliability, and professionalism in interactions with staff, members, and the public Communicate effectively in writing and verbally Use Microsoft Office 365 (Word & Excel required); experience with iMIS and Great Plains a plus Work Environment & Schedule: Location: NW DC Work Hours: Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM, 35-hour workweek with a 1-hour unpaid lunch Onsite Requirements: Temporary: 5 days in-office After conversion to permanent: Hybrid schedule Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.

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