Senior Accountant (Temporary Direct Hire)

About Us

Forward Global is a professional services firm with offices in DC, New York, Miami, Los Angeles, London, Paris, and Brussels. We unite 350+ international strategists, communicators, and creators to achieve mission-critical objectives for public and private clients worldwide. We do so by helping global leaders, businesses, and institutions better understand, navigate, and mitigate risk, enhancing decision making and strengthening our clients’ strategic positions.

Forward Global prides itself on being an entrepreneurial firm with a close-knit, supportive team of professionals. Our model blends sophistication with agility.

Position Overview

Forward Global’s U.S.-based finance team is seeking a highly capable and detail-oriented Senior Accountant to join our growing team in a full-time temporary direct hire capacity, with strong potential to convert to a full-time role. This position is ideal for a self-driven professional who thrives in a fast-paced, scaling environment and can operate with a high degree of autonomy. In this role, the Senior Accountant will manage accounts payable, accounts receivable, and support core accounting functions while also contributing to process improvements, including supporting the transition from QuickBooks to Sage Intacct and assisting with the implementation process.

This position is on-site (five days per week) at our Georgetown, Washington, DC office and is a temporary (indefinite) direct hire role, with the opportunity to transition into a full-time position for the right candidate as Forward Global continues to scale and expand its operations. We are seeking someone who can ideally start by July 1, 2026, with the possibility of an earlier start date in mid-June.

Key Responsibilities

Order-to-Cash & Billing Operations

• Manage daily cash application and allocation across multiple Forward Global USA entities
• Generate and issue invoices in accordance with contract terms and internal business requests
• Review Salesforce project activity to ensure timely, accurate, and complete invoicing
• Ensure all invoices are prepared and sent by month-end deadlines
• Monitor billing status in Salesforce and resolve discrepancies or related inquiries
• Accrue revenue at month-end based on project status and management input

Accounts Receivable Management

• Maintain and reconcile AR data between Salesforce and QuickBooks on a monthly basis
• Prepare and analyze monthly AR aging reports across all entities
• Monitor outstanding balances and lead collections efforts, including follow-ups and escalations
• Identify and resolve billing and payment discrepancies
• Review aging trends and escalate risks or concerns to management
• Manage 1 accounting assistant

Accounts Payable & Vendor Management

• Monitor AP/AR mailbox and respond to vendor and internal inquiries
• Process vendor payments (ACH, wire, checks) and manage recurring payments (including rent across entities)
• Verify new vendor bank details or for vendor bank account changes to prevent fraud.
• Record trade and inter-company invoices ensuring proper allocation across entities
• Handle vendor disputes and escalated payment issues

Systems, Reporting & Financial Operations

• Maintain and reconcile financial data between Salesforce and QuickBooks, investigating discrepancies as needed
• Generate internal financial reports and support ad hoc reporting requests
• Support cash forecasting and assist with cash management reporting
• Process and record estimated income tax payments provided by tax accountants
• Prepare and file 1099 NEC/MISC reporting requirements

Month-End Close & Accounting Support

• Support month-end close activities, including reconciliations and journal entries
• Review billing, expense, and project-related data in Salesforce for accuracy and completeness
• Assist with revenue recognition and other month-end accruals
• Respond to internal finance inquiries and provide supporting documentation as needed

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with operations and project teams to ensure accurate billing, reporting, and data flow
• Investigate and resolve Salesforce-related issues impacting billing or project tracking
• Provide financial clarity and support to internal stakeholders and external counterparties
• Supervise and support Staff Accountant, including review of work for accuracy and completeness

Ideal Candidate

• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience
• Strong hands-on experience with QuickBooks and Sage Intacct (required)
• Solid understanding of AP/AR processes and general ledger accounting
• High level of accuracy, organization, and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of responsibilities
• Strong problem-solving skills and proactive mindset
• A motivated, autonomous professional who can hit the ground running
• Someone comfortable in a dynamic, evolving environment

Closing

At Forward Global, we believe complex challenges require diverse perspectives. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, collaborative environment where people from different backgrounds, experiences, and viewpoints can contribute meaningfully to solving our clients’ most pressing strategic, geopolitical, and reputational challenges. We recognize that our strength lies in the diversity of our team, and that each colleague brings unique insight and expertise to the work we do.

Every day, our teams drive impact by advising organizations operating in complex environments around the world. We strive to build a culture grounded in respect, intellectual curiosity, and collaboration—where individuals feel empowered to share ideas, challenge assumptions, and continuously learn from one another.

Pay Transparency

Forward Global is committed to fair and transparent compensation practices. As required by applicable Pay Transparency laws, we provide a compensation range for roles that may be hired in jurisdictions where disclosure is required. Actual compensation may vary based on several factors, including relevant experience, specific skills, geographic location, and other role-related considerations.

Annual Base Pay Range

$95,000 to $105,000

Benefits

After 90 days of continuous employment, this role may become eligible for company benefits, which may include health insurance, a 401(k), and other benefits.