About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Accounting & Finance.

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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What You’ll Do

This is an entry-level Accounting Associate role supporting the accounting function under the direct guidance of the Controller. You will learn end-to-end Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) processes and help maintain accurate financial records.

• Process and enter vendor invoices accurately and on time
• Execute weekly check runs
• Respond to vendor inquiries regarding invoice and payment status
• Reconcile vendor statements
• Prepare, review, and submit daily/weekly customer invoices
• Enter AR data, apply customer payments and remittances to open invoices
• Submit invoices through customer billing portals as required
• Reconcile payments to pending Accounts Receivable items
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure accurate records
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Controller, with training provided

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Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field — or equivalent coursework/experience
• 0–2 years of professional accounting experience (entry-level candidates encouraged)
• Exposure to billing or invoicing is a plus
• Willingness to learn Sage accounting software; prior exposure is helpful but not required
• Strong working knowledge of Excel and Microsoft Office
• Able to identify and correct financial discrepancies
• Organized, reliable, and able to meet deadlines
• Clear written and verbal communication skills
• Detail-oriented with a positive, can-do attitude; able to work both independently and as part of a team
• Eagerness to learn and grow into broader accounting responsibilities

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Compensation & Benefits

• Hourly rate: $20–$23 per hour, DOE
• Full-time, in-office position
• Benefits for full-time employees typically include health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) plan with employer match, paid vacation, and paid holidays

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Work Schedule & Location

• Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
• Location: On-site in Warrenton, VA (this role is not remote)

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Why This Role

• Hands-on, end-to-end exposure to AP and AR — ideal for early-career accounting professionals
• Small-office environment with direct mentorship from the Controller
• Opportunity to build practical accounting skills (Sage, Excel, invoicing, reconciliations) and grow into expanded accounting responsibilities

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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