ACORE Accounting Associate
Washington Full-time Junior Accounting
At a glance
Junior Accounting role at ACORE. Washington · full-time · $65,000–$80,000 base.
SalaryStated by ACORE
$65,000 – $80,000
Base salary for this role, in USD per year, as published in the posting.
This role, from ACOREOur estimate for the market: $62,500–$71,875Median $70,000
The range includes the market median of $70,000 for entry-level accounting roles in Washington.
Worked out from 6 postings that stated pay, median $70,000. Last updated Nov 5, 2026.
RoleAccounting
SeniorityJunior
LocationWashington
EmploymentFull-time
Base pay$65,000–$80,000
PostedNov 4, 2026
Role brief
financeroles summary, based on the employer's posting.
What you'll do
- Review invoices, code expenses to accounts and projects, and move approved payments through Ramp
- Track dues, event and sponsorship income, and grant balances, then follow up on overdue collections
- Enter close adjustments and reconcile bank, card, and balance sheet accounts each month
- Build close workbooks, maintain asset schedules, and prepare shared-services billing between ACORE entities
- Gather audit support and tax-reporting materials, while keeping controls and accounting procedures current
What you bring
- You bring working GAAP knowledge, including journal entries, accruals, reconciliations, and revenue recognition
- You have at least two years in accounting, payables, receivables, or a similar role
- You have used Sage Intacct, Ramp, and HubSpot in accounting workflows
- A degree in accounting or a related field is preferred, not required
Who this fits
This junior, hands-on role suits someone who is careful with details, follows up reliably, and handles confidential information discreetly. You’ll work three days each week from the Washington, DC office.
From the employer
Who We Are:
ACORE is a nonpartisan nonprofit organization that operates at the intersection of affordability, reliability, and clean energy deployment. Our work is focused on stabilizing energy prices, strengthening the electric grid, and driving investment in cost-effective technologies to ensure that clean energy delivers for people, businesses, and the U.S. economy
Who We’re Looking For:
ACORE is hiring an Accounting Associate to manage day-to-day accounting. The role covers accounts payable and receivable, reconciliations, and month-end close entries in Sage Intacct and is supported by an outsourced accounting and financial services team. This is a hands-on role for someone who likes clean books, follows up on loose ends, and wants to grow on a small finance team where their work is visible. Your work keeps ACORE's finances accurate and audit-ready, so our team can focus on uniting the builders, investors, and decision-makers powering American clean energy.
The Must Haves:
The Perks of Working at ACORE:
Salary: $65,000-$80,000
Non-Discrimination
ACORE is committed to workplace diversity and inclusion. We are an equal-opportunity employer and do not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
ACORE is a nonpartisan nonprofit organization that operates at the intersection of affordability, reliability, and clean energy deployment. Our work is focused on stabilizing energy prices, strengthening the electric grid, and driving investment in cost-effective technologies to ensure that clean energy delivers for people, businesses, and the U.S. economy
Who We’re Looking For:
ACORE is hiring an Accounting Associate to manage day-to-day accounting. The role covers accounts payable and receivable, reconciliations, and month-end close entries in Sage Intacct and is supported by an outsourced accounting and financial services team. This is a hands-on role for someone who likes clean books, follows up on loose ends, and wants to grow on a small finance team where their work is visible. Your work keeps ACORE's finances accurate and audit-ready, so our team can focus on uniting the builders, investors, and decision-makers powering American clean energy.
What You’ll Do
Accounts Payable- Review invoices for documentation and approval. Code them to the correct accounts, departments, and projects, and process payments through Ramp bill pay.
- Set up and maintain vendor records, including W-9 collection.
- Reconcile Ramp credit card activity monthly, making sure each transaction has a receipt, coding, and approval under ACORE policy.
- Process employee expense reimbursements.
- Answer vendor and staff questions about payment status.
- Invoice membership dues and track collections, working with the membership team on past-due accounts.
- Record event registration and sponsorship revenue and manage the related receivables.
- Track grant receivables and prepare draw requests according to grant terms, working with program staff.
- Record deposits promptly and reconcile Sage Intacct revenue to HubSpot membership and event records each month.
- Prepare journal entries under GAAP, including accruals, prepaids, deferred revenue, and allocations.
- Prepare monthly bank, credit card, and balance sheet reconciliations.
- Prepare month-end close workbooks for review.
- Maintain fixed asset and depreciation schedules.
- Prepare monthly Shared Services billing from ACORE (c3) to ACORE Action (c4)
- Prepare schedules and supporting documentation for the annual audit.
- Compile materials and support for Form 990 and annual 1099 reporting.
- Follow internal controls, suggest improvements, and document procedures as processes change.
The Must Haves:
- Working knowledge of GAAP and experience applying it to journal entries, accruals, reconciliations, and revenue recognition.
- Bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field (preferred) and 2+ years of experience in accounting, AP/AR, or a similar role.
- Experience with accounting software (Sage Intacct), online bill pay (Ramp), and CRM systems (HubSpot).
- Nonprofit accounting experience, including grants and restricted funds, and experience supporting an annual audit, is a plus.
- High attention to detail, reliable follow-through, and discretion with confidential information.
The Perks of Working at ACORE:
- Competitive salary.
- Robust health care options.
- Generous vacation policy with 15 vacation days in your first year.
- 11 federal holidays, plus the week between Christmas and New Year's.
- Paid parental leave.
- Hybrid work schedule with three days a week in the office in Washington, DC.
- 401(k) retirement plan that includes an employer contribution.
- Educational assistance program.
- Talented team members who care deeply about our mission and one another.
Salary: $65,000-$80,000
Non-Discrimination
ACORE is committed to workplace diversity and inclusion. We are an equal-opportunity employer and do not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
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