Staff Accountant - General Ledger
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Salary$70k – $74k
LocationWashington, DC, Washington, DC
Work modehybrid
Typefull-time
SeniorityLead
Experience4+ yrs
DepartmentAccounting Services
Company size51–200 people
PostedSep 21, 2026 · 1mo ago
Verified live1d ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
College degree in accounting or equivalent combination of training and experience
Minimum of 4 years of progressive accounting experience
Ability to work effectively with staff, APHA members and external contacts
Project oriented
Willing to work overtime, including weekends and travel to APHA related meetings
Ability to lift and/or move up to 25 lbs
Non-profit accounting experience preferred
Experience with IMIS and/or Great Plains preferred
Must adhere to APHA COVID-19 Vaccination Mandate Policy
EEO/AA/VETS/DISABILITY - APHA is committed to diversity
Skills
IMIS
Great Plains
About the role
SUMMARY: Assists the CFO and Controller of the Finance Department in carrying out the day-to-day accounting activities with emphasis on bank and general ledger transactions. Ensure the Association’s accounting procedures conform to generally accepted accounting principles, Federal, State, and Local laws as it relates to General Ledger Staff Accountant functions.
Responsibilities
RESPONSIBILITIES: Reconcile all electronic payments (credits cards-PayPal; wire payments) to prepare monthly bank reconciliations and reconcile statements to general ledger. Reconcile and record investment transactions to the general ledger as required by financial standards. Finance staff liaison for outsourced Association subscriptions activities by performing reconciliations and recording to the general ledger accounts. Communicate & coordinate with outside partners/vendors/fulfillment house to maintain workflow of systems, processes, and publication/subscription orders. Reconcile and record monthly deferred subscription activity. Finance staff liaison for outsourced for the Association book sales activities by performing reconciliations and recording to the general ledger accounts. Assist the CFO with special projects as required including preparation for the annual audit and compilation of financial information and account analysis. Perform other duties as assigned based on needs of the department and the Association.
SUPERVISES: n/a
Requirements
REQUIREMENTS: College degree in accounting or any equivalent combination of training and experience that produces the knowledge of methods, practices and terminology used in accounting. Minimum of 4 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in non-profit accounting. Must be able to work effectively with staff, APHA members and external contacts. Project oriented. Experience with IMIS and/or Great Plains preferred. Must be willing to work overtime, including weekends and travel to staff APHA related meetings as needed. Ability to lift and/or move up to 25 lbs.
Position is based in downtown DC near several metro stations. Hybrid work environment.
Hours: 35 hours a week, full-time, Monday - Friday (daytime). Number of openings: 1.
Hiring process
Applicants who meet the requirements and are interested in being considered for this position should submit the following information.
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Cover letter;
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Resume;
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A writing sample;
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Salary requirement;
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At least 2 supervisory references and 1 professional reference (name, title, company name and phone number and email).
Vaccination Policy: New Hires and Employees must adhere to APHA COVID-19 Vaccination Mandate Policy. Please contact Human Resources.
CLOSING DATE: Open Until Filled
SALARY RANGE: Low 70’s (salary commensurate with experience & job role). APHA offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits.
EEO/AA/VETS/DISABILITY. APHA is strongly and actively committed to diversity in its workplace.
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