Public Strategies Overview

Public Strategies is a dynamic professional services firm with more than 35 years of experience delivering innovative communications, consulting, technology, events, and project management solutions. Our collaborative team of problem solvers, creatives, technologists, trainers, communicators, and change agents is committed to doing good well.

Serving private sector, government, and nonprofit clients nationwide, Public Strategies delivers award winning products and experiences. Public Strategies has also pioneered nationally respected human services programs supporting low income and other vulnerable populations. Through our integrated initiatives (including One Set Studio, our cutting edge virtual production space, and NextThought, our eLearning initiative) we elevate storytelling, training, videos, and immersive experiences for leading national brands.

Position Summary

The General Ledger Accountant supports daily accounting operations across accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger accounting. This role ensures accurate financial records through transaction processing, reconciliations, and management of general ledger accounts in compliance with company policies.

Essential Job Functions

Accounts Payable (AP)

• Manage company credit cards, including tracking, processing, and posting transactions
• Perform credit card analysis and prepare reports as requested
• Provide training and support for credit card expense inquiries
• Review, audit, and process employee expense reports to ensure accuracy, proper coding, and policy compliance
• Monitor timely submission and approval of employee expenses
• Assist with invoice processing and vendor payments as needed

Accounts Receivable (AR)

• Post customer payments and maintain accurate account receivable records
• Reconcile AR subledger to the general ledger and resolve discrepancies

Reconciliations & General Ledger (GL) Accounting

• Perform monthly G/L account reconciliations including cash, prepaids, accruals, and fixed assets
• Prepare and reconcile employee benefit-related accounts
• Investigate, analyze, and resolve variances in a timely manner
• Pull financial data, generating reports for management and assisting with audits

Asset & Prepaid Management

• Maintain fixed asset records, including additions, disposals, and depreciation
• Manage prepaid expenses, including setup and monthly amortization allocations

Other duties as assigned

Education/Training

• Associate degree or equivalent experience, required
• Some college coursework in accounting or related field preferred

Experience

• Minimum of 2+ years of experience accounts receivable, accounts payable, expense reports processing, credit card management, journal entries and general ledger accounting
• ERP software and government accounting is a plus
• Exposure to or experience with AI tools and automation is a plus

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

• Strong attention to detail with strong organizational skills
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Sufficient mobility and strength to move about the facility. Ability to be mobile throughout the community.

Public Strategies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.