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Office Manager/Bookkeeper

Posted October 17, 2024
Compensation Starting at $60,000 annually DOE
LocationWashington D.C.
Job Type Direct Hire
Industry Finance
Work ModelIn-Person

Job Description

The Ford Agency is looking for a dynamic candidate who can fill the unique role of Bookkeeper and Office Manager for a boutique investment firm in Arlington, VA.  This is a dynamic role that requires a strong accounting, administrative support, and research background – truly a fantastic opportunity for an accounting/bookkeeping professional who enjoys collaborating with colleagues and working on projects that are not normally within their scope of work.  Hard work and proactiveness are rewarded in this environment. The more you contribute, the more opportunities open up for professional development and success. As such, salary is commensurate with experience. This roles is 100% in person.  

Responsibilities Include:

  • Accounting/Bookkeeping/Finance:  maintaining financial documents, reconciling expenses, invoicing, working with outside vendors to ensure the firm's tax obligations are fulfilled

  • Office Management: ordering office supplies, overseeing daily operations logistics, working with relevant vendors

  • Administrative Support: supporting Managing Directors with travel and meeting coordination, preparing reports and itineraries, processing expenses

  • Human Resources: benefits and 401K administration

  • Overall Support: supporting the Advisory and Capital Engagement teams with special projects as needed


Qualifications Include:

  • 4+ years of Bookkeeping experience

  • Experience with providing support to Director-level managers

  • Intermediate proficiency with MS Office, advanced knowledge of QuickBooks and ability to learn new software

  • Exceptional organizational, time-management, and communication skills

  • High-level of professionalism and strong work ethic


Candidates for this position must be based in DC, MD, or VA area or have independent plans for relocation.  This position is located in Arlington, Virginia.

The Ford Agency is a recruiting firm based in Washington, DC. We represent a broad range of organizations including: non-profits, associations, legal, consulting, and government relations firms. This position is an opening with one of our clients.