General Ledger Accountant

Help Keep the Mission on Track as a General Ledger Accountant

Are you a detail-loving accountant who enjoys diving into the general ledger, balancing books, and collaborating across departments? This may be the right opportunity.

Girl Scouts Nation’s Capital is seeking a meticulous and proactive General Ledger Accountant to support the Finance team. Reporting to the Controller, this position plays a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, supporting month-end and year-end close, and providing timely reporting that drives mission-focused decision-making.

This work helps ensure financial resources are used wisely—expanding access to transformative leadership experiences for Girl Scouts across the region.

What This Role Will Do

• Manage and maintain the general ledger, including the chart of accounts
• Prepare:
• Monthly journal entries (depreciation, amortization, prepaid expenses, deferred revenue, payroll, etc.)
• Monthly reconciliations (bank, investment, and revenue)
• Monthly and annual financial statements
• Maintain and update monthly close schedules
• Assist the Controller with audit preparation and IRS Form 990 workpapers
• Support department managers with financial reporting and analysis
• Review journal entries from the Finance & Accounting Specialist prior to posting
• Collaborate with the Philanthropy team on the funding pipeline
• Reconcile fundraising platform reports with bank deposits
• Provide ad hoc reports and support as needed
  

What Makes a Strong Candidate

• Experience with the general ledger and 2–4+ years of accounting experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Business
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
• Interest in improving systems and streamlining processes
• Strong skills in Excel and Microsoft Office
• Clear and effective communication, including with non-financial colleagues
• Strong analytical thinking and attention to detail
• Nonprofit accounting experience is a plus (but not required)
• Familiarity with the Girl Scout movement is welcome
  
  

To ensure alignment with the technical requirements of the role, strong candidates will be asked to complete a brief accounting exercise later in the hiring process, focused on journal entries and financial statement fundamentals.

Just Some of the Ways The Team is Supported

• 100% employer-paid HMO health insurance for employees (dependent coverage, POS, dental/vision available).
• 3% employer contribution to 403(b), plus additional 2% match.
• Generous paid leave benefits.
• Paid holidays/office closures include: New Year’s Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents’ Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Day, day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Day, and December 26-31. The Presidential Inauguration Day is also an observed holiday on January 20th every four years. One floating holiday, annually.
• A vibrant workplace with a diverse staff who are dedicated to a common mission to make a difference in our community through Girl Scouting. Click here to read the bi-monthly staff newsletter for a closer look.
  
  

Find out more about the organization’s commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility at this link.

The starting salary range for this position is $75,000 - $78,000.

About Girl Scouts

At Girl Scouts Nation’s Capital, belief in the power of youth leadership drives the mission to build Girl Scouts of courage, confidence, and character who make the world a better place. More than 45,000 youth and 31,000 adult members are served across the District of Columbia and 25 counties in Maryland, Virginia, and West Virginia. The focus is on creating a vibrant and inclusive community where young people can thrive, build new skills, and discover their leadership potential.

The staff team is made up of mission-driven professionals who value hard work, collaboration, and fun. From the occasional staff sing-along to bi-annual meetings at camp, the culture reflects the organization’s values and spirit.