Staff Accountant

The Staff Accountant is primarily responsible for general ledger functions and adhering to required statutory procedures following US GAAP accounting, assuring compliance with all reporting and internal control requirements, and adequately protecting the assets of APCO. The Staff Accountant reports to the Financial Controller – North America.

This position may sit in APCO's Washington, D.C. or Chicago office

Primary Position Responsibilities:

• Prepare monthly general ledger account analysis of balance sheet accounts including bank reconciliations for our North America office.   
• Perform weekly offsets and regularized clearing of AR, maintaining accurate aging
• Record Intercompany payments and invoices.
• Cash application of accounts receivable
• Manage assigned accounts payable functions including recording wire vendor payments.
• Record expense allocations, monthly accruals, amortization of prepaid expenses, fixed assets depreciation and make adjusting/reclassification journal entries as needed
• Support the month end close by preparing ongoing journal entries and accruals
• Provide ad hoc analysis and support

Qualifications & Standards:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in business administration with a focus in accounting
• 2-4 years of related work experience
• CPA candidate highly desirable
• Strong computer skills: proficient Excel skills, Deltek Maconomy ERP system, and other Microsoft Office products
• Detail oriented with excellent analytic and problem-solving skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Required Competencies:

• Client Service
• Communication Skills
• Project Management
• Research & Analysis
• Critical Thinking Skills
• Innovation
• Initiative
• Teamwork
• Planning & Organization
• Financial Management
• Strategic Thinking Skills
• Professional Presence
• Knowledge Seeking & Sharing
• Employee Management & Development
• Analytical Skills
• Leadership

Compensation Range:

The salary range for this position is $65,000 to $75,000 per year. While we provide competitive compensation, it's important to note that for new hires, salaries typically align with the lower end of the range, taking into account factors such as experience, qualifications, and internal equity considerations.

Careers at APCO

The physical abilities needed to perform the duties of this position, in addition to the office climate. The office environment is a general office setting. APCO will make reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential or primary duties for this position. 

With our commitment to recruit, hire, promote and retain people who reflect the diverse communities in which we operate, APCO Worldwide ensures our teams bring the best possible expertise and diverse perspectives to our clients. We embrace diversity of identity, experience and thought, starting with our values and extending to our behaviors, policies and practices. We aim to create a positive work experience and welcoming environment where everyone feels they belong and can thrive.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourage applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, national origin, citizenship, native language, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital or parental status, religion, age, veteran status, neurodivergence, mental or physical disability, medical history, pregnancy, political belief or affiliation or any other characteristic protected by law.

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About APCO 
 

APCO is a global advisory and advocacy firm helping leading corporations, foundations and governments navigate a complex world and create lasting impact.  

Founded in 1984, with one woman’s vision and bold action, APCO has grown into an independent, majority women-owned firm of more than 1,200 employees with work spanning 80 markets around the world. 

Headquartered in Washington, D.C., APCO is comprised of strategic advisers, consultants and creators, working together across borders and functions, to provide services and expertise on financial, competitive, political and societal issues.  

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