Part-time Accounting Clerk

General Information

• Job Code: PRO-AC-01
• Location: Ripple Effect Headquarters – Rockville, MD 
• Employee Type: Non-Exempt, Hourly, Approx 20 hours/week
• Telework: Full-Time
• Pay Range: $26.60 - $30.59 per hour (how we pay and promote) 

Position Overview

Are you passionate about turning numbers into insights that drive smart decisions?

As a Part-time Clerk on our Finance & Administration team, you will play a pivotal role in shaping our success. Your work will directly impact Ripple Effect's ability to deliver on critical client missions by properly completing accounting-related functions including system entry and email inbox triage. You will be in an essential position that spearheads accurate financial record-keeping and ensures smooth financial operations for the team. 

This role is ideal for someone who is looking to build practical accounting experience in a supportive, team-oriented environment. We welcome candidates who are eager to learn, attentive to detail, and motivated to grow their skills across core accounting functions.

Primary Responsibilities

The key duties for the position include: 

• Supports routine accounting functions such as data entry, reconciliation, and report preparation under close supervision  

• Follows established procedures to ensure accuracy and compliance 

• Collaborates with team members, communicates clearly, and contributes to internal documentation 

• While not responsible for direct supervision, works within a team structure and seeks guidance to meet deadlines and improve processes 

• Other duties as assigned 

Requirements

Minimum Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or relevant fields
• No professional experience required

Basic Requirements

• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Excel, including core functions and formulas; pivot tables; conditional formatting; and data validation.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office productivity software and collaboration tools such as Microsoft Teams and SharePoint
• Demonstration of competencies essential for the role, including attention to detail, clear communication, independent work, and a drive to learn, along with strong time management skills that lead to accurate and consistent completion of repetitive tasks

Skills that Set You Apart

• Basic knowledge of accounting software such as Jamis, Quickbooks, Sage or Microsoft Dynamics. 

• Foundational knowledge of the Accounts Payable or Accounts Receivable process including preparing accounting entries and reconciling accounts. 
• Certifications in Accounting 
• Basic knowledge of AI tools, including their limitations and risks, and how they can be applied to support accounting tasks. 
• Experience maintaining and developing tracking systems and spreadsheets 
• Experience working in a consulting, project management, or staffing company 

About Ripple Effect

Ripple Effect is an award-winning women-owned, 200-person company of communicators, scientists, researchers, and analysts. Established in 2003, and named as one of the “Best and Brightest Companies to Work For” since 2020, Ripple Effect has earned acclaim for delivering unparalleled consulting services and top-tier talent across federal, private, and non-profit sectors.

Benefits

At Ripple Effect, we reward our employees for their contributions to our mission. Our comprehensive total rewards package includes competitive pay, exceptional benefits, and a range of programs that support your work/life balance and personalized preferences. 

Learn more about our benefits and culture here.