Accounting Operations Specialist

Edison Electric Institute

Accounting Operations Specialist providing essential support in accounts payable, receivable, and expense functions at EEI. Ideal for an early-career accounting professional to build a strong foundation in finance.

Posted 6/19/2026full-timeWashington • District of Columbia, Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $50,000 - $75,000 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provides essential support to EEI's Internal Accounting team by performing day-to-day accounts payable, accounts receivable, and travel & expense functions
Process and code vendor invoices in accordance with company policies and internal controls
Assist with weekly payment runs, including check, ACH, and wire disbursements
Monitor the AP inbox and serve as a first point of contact for internal stakeholders on payment status, invoice inquiries, and vendor-related questions
Support month-end close activities, including accruals and AP aging review
Maintain vendor records and assist with new vendor onboarding and W-9 collection
Post and apply cash receipts, including checks, ACH, and wire transfers
Assist with invoice generation and batch uploads
Monitor AR aging and assist with month-end reconciliation of AR subledger
Support deferred revenue tracking and recognition in coordination with the accounting team
Monitor the AR inbox and serve as a first point of contact for internal stakeholders on collection status, invoice inquiries, and member-related questions
Review and process employee expense reports in accordance with the company's T&E policy
Identify and follow up on policy exceptions or non-compliant submissions with employees and managers
Assist with corporate card program administration, including transaction import and reconciliation
Support continuous improvement efforts by identifying inefficiencies in current AP/AR workflows
Collaborate cross-functionally with operational divisions to resolve billing and payment issues

Requirements

What you’ll need

Associates Degree in Accounting or equivalent
up to 2 years of work experience in an accounting, finance operations role
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and the broader Microsoft Office Suite
Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage high transaction volumes accurately
Effective written and verbal communication skills
Ability to handle sensitive financial information with discretion and professionalism
Exposure to ERP systems such as Microsoft Dynamics, or similar platforms
Familiarity with expense management tools such as Concur or Ramp
Basic understanding of GAAP and internal controls

Benefits

Comp & perks

medical
dental
vision
401k
paid time off
tuition assistance
wellness incentives and programs
transportation subsidy
professional development opportunities
performance-based annual bonus

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Hard Skills & Tools

accounts payableaccounts receivablevendor invoice processingpayment processingmonth-end close activitiescash receipts postinginvoice generationAR reconciliationdeferred revenue trackingGAAP

Soft Skills

attention to detaileffective communicationdiscretionprofessionalismproblem-solvingcollaborationorganizational skillstime managementadaptabilitycontinuous improvement

Certifications

Associates Degree in Accounting