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 our 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
• Collaborate with the Assistant Director of Accounting and perform additional tasks as assigned to contribute to the success of the finance team

Characteristics:

• Exceptional attention to detail, accuracy, and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively and meet deadlines
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for working with internal and external stakeholders
• Commitment to confidentiality, integrity, and adherence to financial best practices

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration (Accounting preferred)
• 2–4 years of relevant accounting experience, preferably in the nonprofit sector
• Proficiency with accounting software and Microsoft Office (particularly Excel)
• Experience with Sage Intacct and Concur preferred
• Strong analytical skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving

Benefits:

• Hybrid work schedule
• Flexible work hours with our core business hours of 10am and 4pm
• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance (IJ covers 100% of individual premiums)
• Free Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, and Life insurance plans
• HSA employer contributions
• 401(k) with employer matches
• Smart casual dress code with casual Fridays
• Generous PTO package of accruing sick and vacation hours in addition to a paid personal day and floating and traditional holidays

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.

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