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Accountant

George Washington University

United States, Virginia, Ashburn

Sep 30, 2026

I. JOB OVERVIEW

Job Description Summary:	Accountant position is responsible for assisting the Finance Division in preparing accurate and timely financial statements for the university. Position requires a thorough knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles of US, ( GAAP) and theories, doctrines, systems, principles, practices and terminology of accounting issues and transactions. Responsible for daily financial analysis and research of outstanding discrepancies in (4) clearing accounts. Prepare Journal Entries (JE) into EAS Systems to correct outstanding balances after communicating with the Cashier's Office, running Banner Reports, and contacting applicable university officials for adjustments documentation. Responsible for daily research and account activity reporting for financial analysis in multiple platforms applications such as Banner systems, EAS, Microsoft excel, PNC Bank systems, Master card connect and Western Union domains. Preparation and daily recording of incoming Fed Wires (Daily) incoming wires, ACHS, international wire transfers and departmental deposits to allocate funds transfer to correct accounts across GW. Process monthly clearing account financial analysis and submit final Reconciliation. Prepare Variance financial analysis in excel (Quarterly) for Balance Sheet Statement. Responsible for monthly analysis and preparation for (8) balance sheet account reconciliations and processing of adjusting journal entries in EAS. Review and record timely JE for record receipts in EAS Systems Daily communicate with departments GW to obtain information for correct funds allocation. Process JE for closing of petty cash funds as approved confirmations with Treasury Management and internal customers are finalized and supporting documentation provided. Performs other related duties as assigned. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position.
Minimum Qualifications:	Qualified candidates will hold a Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area of specialization. Degree must be conferred by the start date of the position. Degree requirements may be substituted with an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Additional Required Licenses/Certifications/Posting Specific Minimum Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:	A Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Business Administration with experience in accounting preferred. Proficiency in excel.
Hiring Range	$22.55 - $37.24
GW Staff Approach to Pay	How is pay for new employees determined at GW?

Healthcare Benefits

GW offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, life & disability insurance, time off & leave, retirement savings, tuition, well-being and various voluntary benefits. For program details and eligibility, please visit https://hr.gwu.edu/benefits-programs.

II. JOB DETAILS

Campus Location:	Ashburn, Virginia
College/School/Department:	Finance
Family	Finance and Business
Sub-Family	Accounting
Stream	Individual Contributor
Level	Level 1
Full-Time/Part-Time:	Full-Time
Hours Per Week:	40
Work Schedule:	Mon-Fri 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Will this job require the employee to work on site?	Yes
Employee Onsite Status	Hybrid
Telework:	Yes
Required Background Check:	Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search
Special Instructions to Applicants:	Employer will not sponsor for employment Visa status
Internal Applicants Only?	No
Posting Number:	S014488
Job Open Date:	09/29/2026
Job Close Date:	10/06/2026
If temporary, grant funded, Sponsored Project funded or limited term appointment, position funded until:
Background Screening	Successful Completion of a Background Screening will be required as a condition of hire.
EEO Statement:	The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.