Staff Accountant

Staff Accountant

The Institute for Justice, the national law firm for liberty, seeks a detail-oriented and motivated Staff Accountant to join its talented Finance team at its headquarters in Arlington, Virginia. The Staff Accountant reports directly to the Assistant Director of Accounting and will assist with the accounting day-to-day operations.

Responsibilities :

• Support daily Accounts Receivable (AR) and Accounts Payable (AP) operations, including processing invoices, payments, and receipts accurately and in a timely manner
• Support and collaborate with accounts payable and receivable staff
• Manage expense reimbursements, credit card reports, and reconciliations
• Assist with account reconciliations, and month- and year-end close processes, including accruals and adjustments
• Maintain and update financial records in compliance with the Institute's policies and accounting standards
• Collaborate with other departments to gather financial data and resolve discrepancies
• Respond and resolve internal and external financial inquiries promptly
• Assist with audits by providing documentation and responding to inquiries
• Continuously enhance accounting knowledge and stay updated on industry trends
• Identify and recommend process improvements to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of financial operations

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To Apply :

To apply, please submit a resume and a cover letter detailing why you're interested in working for the Institute for Justice. IJ is an equal opportunity employer. Don't meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At IJ we value a diverse workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. To learn more about our culture and benefits, visit our Working at IJ page. No phone calls please.