AP Staff Accountant

Position

Accounts Payable Staff Accountant (Arlington, VA – Onsite) – Long‑term contract

About

A well‑established, mission‑driven organization in the Arlington, VA area is seeking an Accounts Payable Staff Accountant to join their team. This role offers the opportunity to work in a structured, high‑performing environment with strong internal processes and cross‑functional exposure.

Key Responsibilities

• Process high‑volume, full‑cycle accounts payable, including invoice review, coding, approvals, and payment execution
• Ensure invoices are accurate, properly documented, and compliant with internal policies
• Manage vendor relationships and respond to payment inquiries in a timely manner
• Research and resolve discrepancies related to invoices, payments, and coding
• Support month‑end close activities, including reconciliations and accruals
• Maintain strong internal controls and support audit requests as needed
• Partner with internal stakeholders to ensure accurate and timely processing

Qualifications

• 2‑4 years of accounts payable experience, preferably in a high‑volume environment
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field strongly preferred
• Strong understanding of basic accounting principles
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Experience with ERP or AP systems (Concur or Intacct preferred)
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Excellent communication and professionalism
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities