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76 results for Accountant Entry Level in Alexandria, VA

Accounting Clerk

Baltimore, MD
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Temporary to Hire
21.63 - 25 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounting Clerk to join a team in Baltimore, Maryland in a Contract capacity. This position supports daily finance and administrative operations with a strong focus on accounts payable, payroll review, and accurate employee record maintenance. The ideal candidate brings solid data entry skills, a careful approach to compliance, and the ability to manage sensitive information with accuracy and care. Responsibilities: • Enter and process accounts payable transactions with a high level of accuracy and attention to deadlines. • Examine employee timesheets and payroll-related records to identify discrepancies before processing. • Prepare and distribute onboarding correspondence for newly hired employees in a timely and thorough manner. • Maintain and update employee benefit details and employee records within company databases and HR support systems. • Perform high-volume data entry across finance and personnel records while preserving data integrity. • Assist with invoice handling and documentation to support organized and efficient payment workflows. • Use QuickBooks, Paycor, Excel, and related tools to keep records current and support reporting needs. • Follow established compliance standards when handling payroll, accounts payable, and employee information.
2026-08-28T00:00:00Z

Accounting Assistant

Aldie, VA
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Temporary to Hire
20 - 24 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounting Assistant to support daily financial operations for an on-site team in Virginia. This contract opportunity has the potential to become permanent and is ideal for someone who is comfortable working with accounting records, entering financial data accurately, and helping maintain organized books. The position offers the chance to contribute across core accounting tasks while building long-term value within the organization. Responsibilities: • Enter financial transactions and supporting details into QuickBooks with a high level of accuracy. • Process vendor invoices, assign proper coding, and help keep accounts payable records current. • Assist with customer billing activities and track incoming payments to support accounts receivable functions. • Reconcile bank activity against accounting records and identify discrepancies for follow-up. • Maintain organized documentation for financial entries, invoices, and payment records. • Support job cost tracking when prior experience allows for expanded involvement in project-related accounting. • Work closely with internal staff in an in-office setting to help keep day-to-day accounting activities on schedule.
2026-09-01T00:00:00Z

Junior Accountant

Bethesda, MD
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Permanent / Full Time
55000 - 65100 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented entry-level Accountant to support day-to-day financial operations in Maryland. This role is well suited for someone with a solid foundation in accounting who can manage transactional activity accurately and maintain organized financial records. The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience with payables, receivables, and accounting software while working effectively in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities:• Process vendor invoices, verify supporting documentation, and assist with timely payment of approved obligations.• Record incoming payments, reconcile customer accounts, and help maintain accurate accounts receivable balances.• Enter financial data into accounting systems with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.• Support routine bookkeeping activities, including account updates, transaction posting, and file maintenance.• Use QuickBooks to track financial activity, review entries, and help keep records current and organized.• Assist with invoice handling and related follow-up to ensure billing information is complete and properly documented.• Review account discrepancies and work with internal contacts to resolve outstanding payment or posting issues. All interested candidates in this Junior Accountant opportunity and other fulltime opportunities across the D.C. area please send your resume to Justin Decker via LinkedIn.
2026-08-28T00:00:00Z

Accounting Specialist

Herndon, VA
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Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 110000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an Accounting Specialist to join a defense software organization in Reston, Virginia. This role supports core accounting operations by managing close activities, analyzing financial results, and helping maintain accurate reporting across the business. The position works closely with finance partners and operating teams to address accounting matters, strengthen controls, and improve the efficiency of recurring processes. Responsibilities: • Manage designated portions of the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close by preparing entries, reconciling accounts, and assembling analysis to support reported balances. • Evaluate changes in balance sheet and income statement activity, identify underlying business drivers, and communicate findings in a clear and organized manner. • Build working knowledge of assigned accounting cycles, including related operational workflows, financial risks, and key control points. • Interpret and apply relevant U.S. accounting guidance for standard and more complex transactions, documenting conclusions where needed. • Collaborate with FP&A, Tax, Treasury, Financial Reporting, and business stakeholders to resolve accounting questions and support ongoing financial operations. • Assist with the preparation of financial statements, management reports, audit schedules, and materials requested by internal and external reviewers. • Contribute to internal control compliance efforts through documentation updates, testing support, remediation follow-up, and identification of control weaknesses or errors. • Recommend and support process enhancements that improve accuracy, shorten close timelines, and increase efficiency across accounting activities. • Maintain accounting policies, procedural documentation, and reference materials while serving as a knowledgeable resource for team members and cross-functional partners. • Participate in special assignments and other accounting initiatives while ensuring deliverables are completed accurately and on schedule with limited supervision.
2026-08-24T00:00:00Z

Accounting Specialist

Alexandria, VA
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Temporary / Contract
28.5 - 33 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounting Specialist to support core financial operations for a higher education organization in Alexandria, Virginia. This Long-term Contract position focuses on maintaining accurate payables and receivables activity while helping ensure timely reporting and documentation. The ideal candidate will bring strong attention to detail, sound accounting knowledge, and experience working with financial systems in a deadline-driven environment. Responsibilities: • Manage the full invoice cycle by reviewing submissions, assigning proper accounting codes, and processing payments on a weekly basis. • Prepare monthly accounts payable reporting to help track expenses, reconcile activity, and support financial oversight. • Assist with year-end 1099 documentation by organizing payment records and verifying required vendor information. • Support accounts receivable functions by monitoring incoming payments, applying transactions accurately, and following up on outstanding balances. • Maintain accurate financial records within accounting and ERP systems to promote consistency, compliance, and audit readiness. • Review billing and transaction details for accuracy, resolving discrepancies in coordination with internal stakeholders as needed.
2026-09-01T00:00:00Z

Accounting Specialist

Brentwood, MD
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Permanent / Full Time
65000 - 80000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an Accounting Specialist to support day-to-day financial operations for a growing team in Hyattsville, Maryland. This role focuses on maintaining accurate records, processing transactions efficiently, and helping ensure timely payment and billing activity. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, hands-on accounting support experience, and confidence working with QuickBooks in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities:• Process vendor bills and employee reimbursement requests with accuracy and timely follow-through• Prepare and issue customer invoices while monitoring account activity to support prompt collections• Record financial transactions and maintain organized accounting data for reporting and audit readiness• Reconcile accounts, investigate discrepancies, and resolve payment or billing issues efficiently• Enter high volumes of financial information into accounting systems while preserving data accuracy• Use QuickBooks to update records, track transactions, and assist with routine bookkeeping functions• Communicate with internal teams, vendors, and customers regarding invoice status, payments, and account questions All interested candidates in the Staff Accountant opportunity and other full-time opportunities in Accounting Specialist please send your resume to Justin Decker via LinkedIn.
2026-08-07T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Clerk

Savage, MD
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Permanent / Full Time
65000 - 70000 USD / Yearly
We are seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Payable & Inventory Control Coordinator to join our team. This role supports accurate and timely AP activities while serving as the key link between Customer Service/Order Management and Warehouse operations. The role manages order priorities, inventory issues, backorders, and exceptions to ensure a clear, coordinated workload for the warehouse. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Process and maintain AP transactions, invoices, and vendor records.</li><li> Review and match invoices with POs and receipts.</li><li> Resolve invoice discrepancies and respond to vendor/internal inquiries.</li><li> Assist with payments, reconciliations, and month-end AP activities.</li><li> Identify and improve recurring AP process issues.</li><li> Inventory Control & Order Flow</li><li> Coordinate between CSR/Order Management and Warehouse execution.</li><li> Monitor order aging, priorities, allocations, and inventory availability.</li><li> Coordinate order release/print decisions for the warehouse.</li><li> Maintain accurate order, inventory, hold, and priority information.</li><li> Provide one coordinated workload and prioritization signal to Gary and the warehouse.</li></ul>
2026-09-01T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Herndon, VA
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Permanent / Full Time
60000 - 75000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support core accounting operations and provide accurate financial insight for the business. This role is based in Reston, Virginia, and will contribute to month-end activities, cost analysis, and reporting that helps leadership monitor financial performance. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting skills, sound judgment, and experience working across multiple financial systems in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: • Evaluate spending patterns across labor, materials, inventory, and operational activities to identify cost movements and support informed decision-making. • Manage fixed asset accounting by maintaining accurate records, calculating depreciation, and completing related account reconciliations. • Assist with the preparation of budgets, financial forecasts, journal entries, and monthly close documentation to ensure timely and accurate reporting. • Partner with internal and external stakeholders during audits and financial reviews by gathering support, answering inquiries, and resolving discrepancies. • Contribute to reporting and process updates related to finance system changes when needed as part of broader accounting support. • Develop and maintain reports, dashboards, and analytical summaries using tools such as Excel and Power BI to track cost performance and business trends. • Support general ledger activities, including balance sheet reconciliations and review of accounting entries for accuracy and completeness.
2026-08-17T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Herndon, VA
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Permanent / Full Time
70000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
Are you an accounting professional with a keen eye for detail? Do you take pride in managing accounts, reconciling figures, and ensuring everything adds up perfectly? If you have a minimum of 3 years of experience and expertise in accounts receivable, deferred revenue, and account reconciliations, we have an opportunity for you! As a Staff Accountant you will report to the Accounting Manager with about 50% of your time spent on the full cycle of accounts receivables and the other 50% on revenue, account reconciliation's, fixed assets, other ad hoc responsibilities and special projects aimed at enhancing the efficiencies, policies, procedures and systems within the accounting department. This is an in-office position with an organization that is growing through acquisitions and offers professional growth, competitive salary, bonus potential, and a full suite of benefits (medical, dental, vision, 401K with 4% match, 3 weeks of vacation and more) as well as excellent work life balance. Salary is based on education, skills, proficiencies, experience, and credentials.Essential Responsibilities:Accounts Receivable Management:<ul><li>Execute comprehensive end-to-end accounts receivable functions.</li><li>Respond confidently and effectively to both internal and external billing inquiries.</li></ul>Revenue Recognition and Deferred Revenue:<ul><li>Collaborate fruitfully with the finance team to uphold ASC 606-compliant revenue recognition processes.</li></ul>Month-End Journal Entries and Accruals:<ul><li>Prepare month-end journal entries.</li><li>Ensure compliance with internal policies and GAAP standards.</li></ul>Fixed Asset Management:<ul><li>Maintain Fixed Asset and Construction in Progress (CIP) schedules.</li></ul>General Ledger Reconciliation:<ul><li>Perform reconciliations for key accounts.</li></ul>Financial Reporting:<ul><li>Contribute to ad-hoc reporting and support data requests for audits.</li></ul>Additional Responsibilities:<ul><li>Participate in process enhancement initiatives.</li></ul>Please apply directly to this position for consideration. If you have additional questions, in addition to your application, contact Lee Chernett, VP at Robert Half Finance & Accounting, via LinkedIn or by calling 571.297.9074.
2026-08-11T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Washington, DC
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Temporary to Hire
33.25 - 38.5 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support core accounting operations for an organization based in Washington, District of Columbia. This contract opportunity with permanent potential is well suited for someone who enjoys maintaining accurate financial records, handling daily transactional activity, and contributing to a smooth month-end process. The ideal candidate will bring strong reconciliation experience, sound judgment in vendor and payment matters, and confidence working within Sage Intacct. Responsibilities: • Prepare and post journal entries to maintain accurate and timely financial records across assigned accounts. • Complete bank and credit card reconciliations, investigate discrepancies, and resolve outstanding items efficiently. • Support accounts payable activities by reviewing invoices, coordinating approvals, and ensuring vendors are paid correctly and on schedule. • Assist with month-end close by organizing account activity, validating balances, and helping finalize reporting deadlines. • Manage vendor-related accounting matters, including communication, record maintenance, and payment issue resolution. • Monitor bank transactions and process wire transfers with close attention to accuracy, authorization, and internal controls. • Gather schedules and supporting documentation for audits and other financial reviews to help ensure readiness and compliance. • Use Sage Intacct to enter, track, and reconcile accounting data while maintaining organized and reliable records.
2026-08-25T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Baltimore, MD
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Permanent / Full Time
65000 - 75000 USD / Yearly
About the OpportunityA well-established manufacturing company specializing in windows, doors, and exterior products is seeking a Staff Accountant to support its accounting operations. This hands-on position will handle general ledger activity, reconciliations, cash receipts, billing support, inventory accounting, and other responsibilities across multiple entities.This role offers growth potential into a Senior Accountant position.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Prepare monthly general ledger closing entries based on established checklists</li><li>Complete monthly general ledger and bank account reconciliations</li><li>Apply cash receipts to customer invoices</li><li>Support customer account receipts, statements, and sales invoice entry in QuickBooks Desktop</li><li>Process intercompany sales invoice adjustments at month-end</li><li>Calculate estimated builders’ revenue using schedules and create invoices</li><li>Complete monthly billing integration into the Dynamics Great Plains general ledger</li><li>Close and reconcile the QuickBooks general ledger for a satellite company</li><li>Support inventory receiving and enter paid bills into QuickBooks Desktop</li><li>Add job codes and margin information in Great Plains</li><li>Assist with IFTA fuel tax filings and vendor compliance requests</li><li>Provide certificates of insurance and W-9 documentation</li><li>Support annual physical inventory, including ticket ordering, lot releases, cutoff research, exception reporting, and reconciliation</li><li>Prepare inventory obsolescence reports and assist the CFO with final review</li><li>Perform other duties as assigned</li></ul>
2026-08-18T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Ashburn, VA
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Permanent / Full Time
75000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Staff Accountant to support core accounting operations and help maintain accurate financial records for the organization in Ashburn, Virginia. This role is well suited for someone who enjoys working with detailed financial data, managing recurring accounting tasks, and contributing to timely reporting cycles. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical ability, a service-oriented mindset, and the initiative to improve day-to-day accounting processes. Responsibilities: • Reconcile bank activity each month to ensure cash records are complete, accurate, and aligned with account balances. • Contribute to month-end and year-end close activities by preparing supporting entries, organizing documentation, and helping meet reporting deadlines. • Record and apply incoming payments while maintaining accurate cash receipt documentation within the accounting system. • Generate and process customer invoices for accounts receivable, ensuring transactions are entered correctly and tracked through completion. • Review cash positions on a daily basis to support visibility into available balances and ongoing financial activity. • Prepare recurring and special-request financial reports, including balance sheets and income statements, for clients and internal stakeholders. • Support the creation of internal financial summaries and other accounting-related analyses as business needs arise. • Participate in special assignments and continuous improvement efforts, including identifying ways to make accounting workflows more efficient. • Assist with general ledger activity, journal entries, and tax-related accounting support, including corporate and sales tax processes when needed.
2026-08-17T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Washington, DC
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Temporary / Contract
25.3365 - 29.337 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Staff Accountant to join a healthcare organization in Washington, District of Columbia on a Contract basis. This role supports day-to-day accounting operations while helping maintain accurate financial records and timely reporting. The ideal candidate will bring hands-on experience across payables, receivables, and general ledger activity, along with the ability to help prepare documentation and resolve open items ahead of audit deadlines. Responsibilities: • Manage invoice processing and payment activities to support accurate and timely accounts payable operations. • Monitor incoming payments, apply cash receipts, and follow up on outstanding balances within accounts receivable. • Prepare and post journal entries while maintaining organized support for each transaction recorded. • Reconcile general ledger accounts and research discrepancies to keep financial data accurate and current. • Review and clear unresolved accounting items to strengthen audit readiness and support reporting deadlines. • Assist with compiling schedules, documentation, and account details required for audit preparation. • Work closely with internal stakeholders to ensure accounting deliverables are completed on schedule.
2026-08-21T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Bethesda, MD
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Permanent / Full Time
85000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support day-to-day accounting operations in Bethesda, Maryland. This position plays an important role in maintaining accurate financial records, processing transactions efficiently, and helping the team stay current on billing and payment activity. The ideal candidate brings strong experience in both payables and receivables, along with confidence using accounting software to manage high-volume financial data. Responsibilities:• Manage vendor invoices from receipt through payment, ensuring accuracy, proper coding, and timely processing.• Prepare and issue customer invoices, monitor outstanding balances, and follow up on overdue accounts to support healthy cash flow.• Record financial transactions and maintain organized accounting data with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.• Reconcile account activity regularly to identify discrepancies and resolve issues in a timely manner.• Use QuickBooks and Deltek Costpoint to enter, track, and maintain financial information across accounting workflows.• Support month-end accounting activities by compiling documentation, updating records, and assisting with routine reporting.• Review invoice documentation for completeness and compliance before posting transactions into the system.• Assist with ongoing accounting process updates, including work related to invoice management tools or system-related workflow changes when needed. All interested candidates in the Staff Accountant opportunity and other full-time opportunities in Accounting Operations please send your resume to Justin Decker via LinkedIn.
2026-08-31T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Washington, DC
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
60000 - 75000 USD / Yearly
Our client, a well-known and stable not for profit organization, is recruiting for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join their finance team in Washington, DC. This role will support the month end close and financial reporting but focuses on managing cash receipts, accounts receivable, and financial reconciliations to ensure accuracy and compliance. As a vital member of the organization, you will oversee invoicing, payment processing, and close activities while maintaining strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Core Responsibilities:• Record and reconcile daily cash transactions, ensuring all activity aligns with bank statements.• Issue invoices promptly and accurately, adhering to revenue recognition policies while maintaining proper records.• Manage accounts receivable processes, including invoicing, payment applications, aging reviews, and collection follow-ups.• Apply payments from various sources accurately and address discrepancies with customers or internal teams.• Perform revenue account reconciliations with third-party partners, resolving any issues in a timely manner.• Serve as the primary contact for payment processors and merchants, handling inquiries and reconciliation tasks.• Ensure accurate recording of member activities, payment applications, and adjustments.• Support month-end and year-end close processes by preparing journal entries, reconciliations, and financial statement reviews.• Maintain accurate financial records for the organization, including donations and investments.• Identify and implement improvements to accounting processes and tools to enhance efficiency and accuracy. Your base pay will depend on your skills, experience and training, knowledge, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. Our client offers medical benefits as part of their overall compensation package in addition to other robust benefits. Please submit your resume in confidence to Raj Khanna, Senior Vice President at Robert Half or directly via LinkedIn for immediate consideration for this or one of our other active career opportunities in the Washington Metro area.
2026-08-07T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Owings Mills, MD
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Temporary / Contract
26.34 - 33.88 USD / Hourly
The Accounts Receivable & Tax Specialist supports billing, collections, and tax payment activities by ensuring invoices are processed accurately, outstanding balances are actively monitored, and required tax payments are submitted on time. This position calls for strong follow-up skills, accuracy, and the ability to keep detailed financial records organized. 1. Accounts Receivable Administration<ul><li>Prepare and send customer invoices in a timely and accurate manner.</li><li>Manage receivable activity from billing through payment collection.</li><li>Maintain current records of customer balances and unpaid invoices.</li><li>Review aging reports and flag overdue accounts for follow-up.</li><li>Record incoming payments and apply them correctly to customer accounts.</li><li>Investigate payment issues such as short pays, discrepancies, and unapplied cash.</li><li>Perform receivables reconciliations as needed.</li><li>Conduct regular outreach on open and past-due invoices.</li><li>Confirm invoice delivery and verify customer receipt.</li><li>Follow up to ensure invoices are being reviewed and processed for payment.</li><li>Identify and document reasons for payment delays or approval issues.</li><li>Obtain estimated payment dates from customers.</li><li>Reconnect with customers when payment deadlines are missed.</li><li>Keep thorough notes on account activity, customer communication, and collection progress.</li><li>Elevate delinquent accounts or unresolved matters to management when appropriate.</li></ul>2. Tax Payment Coordination<ul><li>Process assigned sales and use tax payments accurately and on schedule.</li><li>Monitor due dates to help ensure timely filing and payment.</li><li>Maintain complete documentation and confirmations for tax transactions.</li><li>Verify tax payments are correctly reflected in accounting records.</li><li>Research and resolve tax-related discrepancies or balance issues.</li><li>Communicate with internal teams, external accounting contacts, and tax agencies as needed.</li></ul>3. General Accounting Support<ul><li>Assist with month-end close and reconciliations related to receivables and tax accounts.</li><li>Organize and maintain supporting financial documentation.</li><li>Provide management with updates on aging balances and collection activity.</li><li>Support additional accounting tasks, special projects, and related assignments as needed.</li></ul>
2026-09-01T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Linthicum Heights, MD
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Temporary / Contract
27.49 - 30.49 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant. This Long-term Contract opportunity focuses on maintaining accurate financial records, completing account reconciliations, and contributing to smooth monthly and year-end close activities. The ideal candidate brings a solid accounting foundation, strong analytical thinking, and the ability to investigate and resolve discrepancies. Responsibilities:• Review balance sheet and general ledger accounts on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis to confirm accuracy.• Prepare reconciliations for assigned general ledger accounts and follow through on outstanding items until they are fully resolved.• Research discrepancies and coordinate with internal teams to correct errors in a timely manner.• Support monthly, quarterly, and year-end close cycles by posting journal entries, recording accruals, and maintaining accounting documentation.• Assist with additional accounting and finance duties as assigned to meet department needs.
2026-09-01T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Owings Mills, MD
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Temporary / Contract
26.88 - 27.5 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Staff Accountant to join a nationally recognized public accounting and consulting environment in Owings Mills, Maryland. This Long-term Contract opportunity is well suited for an early-career accounting specialist who wants to strengthen audit and compliance skills while contributing to government-focused engagements. The position offers hands-on exposure to Medicare and Medicaid desk audit work in a collaborative setting where accuracy, organization, and career growth are highly valued. Responsibilities: • Analyze Medicare and Medicaid support documents to assist with desk audit activities and identify items requiring further review. • Evaluate medical records, payment details, financial data, and related backup materials for completeness, accuracy, and compliance. • Investigate variances, unusual patterns, and potential control or compliance issues, then escalate findings as appropriate. • Prepare clear audit documentation and summarize conclusions in a thorough, consistent manner. • Organize electronic workpapers and maintain well-structured audit files that support review and reporting needs. • Apply established audit methodologies and adhere to applicable government guidelines throughout each engagement. • Work closely with team members and supervisors to resolve questions, share updates, and support engagement progress. • Manage assigned tasks against project timelines while maintaining strong attention to detail and consistent quality standards.
2026-08-31T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Hyattsville, MD
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Permanent / Full Time
65000 - 75000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our team in Hyattsville, Maryland. In this role, you will play a vital part in ensuring the accuracy and efficiency of financial operations. If you thrive in a collaborative environment and have a strong grasp of accounting principles, we encourage you to apply. Responsibilities: • Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable processes to ensure timely and accurate payments. • Prepare and post journal entries to maintain the integrity of financial records. • Utilize Excel to analyze data and create detailed financial reports. • Perform reconciliations for accounts to ensure accuracy and resolve discrepancies. • Generate and review aging reports to monitor outstanding balances and collections. • Handle collections activities, maintaining clear and effective communication with clients. • Conduct accurate data entry to update financial systems and records. • Collaborate with the team to prepare corporate tax returns and sales tax filings. • Maintain and update the general ledger to reflect accurate financial information. • Work closely with a small accounting department to support overall financial operations.
2026-08-03T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Owings Mills, MD
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Temporary / Contract
27.5 - 29 USD / Hourly
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Entry-Level Staff Accountant to join our growing accounting team. This role is ideal for recent graduates or early-career professionals with a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field who are looking to build a strong foundation in corporate accounting. The Staff Accountant will support day-to-day accounting operations, assist with financial reporting, and help ensure accuracy in general ledger activity, reconciliations, and month-end close processes. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Prepare and post journal entries</li><li>Assist with month-end and year-end close activities</li><li>Reconcile bank statements and general ledger accounts</li><li>Support accounts payable and accounts receivable processes</li><li>Maintain accurate financial records and documentation</li><li>Assist with preparing financial reports and analysis</li><li>Help ensure compliance with internal accounting policies and procedures</li><li>Support audits and other ad hoc accounting projects as needed</li></ul>
2026-09-01T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Linthicum Heights, MD
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Permanent / Full Time
65000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support financial reporting and day-to-day accounting operations in the Linthicum, Maryland area. This position plays an important role in delivering accurate financial information, reviewing forecasts against budget, and helping leadership understand key business trends. The ideal candidate is organized, analytical, and comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-moving environment while collaborating effectively across teams. The best candidate has experience with hands on month end close processes and can assist with cash applications. Responsibilities:• Produce recurring and ad hoc financial reports by collecting data from business systems and internal stakeholders, then organizing the information into clear reporting formats.• Review monthly operating results, compare actual performance to budget expectations, and explain significant fluctuations in revenue, expenses, and profitability.• Examine profit and loss activity to identify cost variances, highlight trends, and share practical recommendations with management.• Complete reconciliations for general ledger, balance sheet, bank, cash, credit card, and other assigned accounts to maintain accurate records.• Support monthly business reviews, budget discussions, and leadership meetings through timely preparation of analysis and reporting materials.• Manage fixed asset records by tracking additions, depreciation, transfers, and disposals while maintaining supporting schedules.• Prepare required tax and statutory filings, including sales tax, property tax, and government reporting submissions.• Perform internal audit reviews across business functions to confirm compliance with financial policies, processes, and reporting standards.• Research accounting guidance and tax requirements, then provide informed recommendations on appropriate financial treatment and compliance actions.
2026-08-24T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Baltimore, MD
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Permanent / Full Time
75000 - 95000 USD / Yearly
We are seeking a detail oriented and organized Staff Accountant with a strong focus on Accounts Payable to join our accounting team. This position will be responsible for managing the day to day accounts payable process while also supporting general accounting functions, reconciliations, month end close, and financial reporting. The ideal candidate has strong attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and hands on experience processing a high volume of invoices and performing account reconciliations. This role requires someone who can work independently, identify discrepancies, and ensure transactions are recorded accurately and timely. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Manage the full cycle accounts payable process from invoice receipt through payment</li><li>Review, code, and enter vendor invoices accurately and efficiently</li><li>Match invoices to purchase orders, receiving documentation, and approvals</li><li>Verify vendor statements and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner</li><li>Prepare and process weekly check runs, ACH payments, and other electronic payments</li><li>Maintain accurate vendor records, including W 9s and payment information</li><li>Communicate with vendors regarding invoices, payment status, discrepancies, and account questions</li><li>Monitor accounts payable aging and ensure invoices are paid according to established terms</li><li>Research and resolve duplicate invoices, incorrect charges, and other payment issues</li><li>Assist with 1099 preparation and year end vendor reporting</li><li>Maintain organized and accurate AP documentation and records</li><li>Perform regular bank, credit card, and general ledger account reconciliations</li><li>Assist with month end and year end closing activities</li><li>Prepare journal entries and supporting documentation as needed</li><li>Review transactions for accuracy and proper account coding</li><li>Assist with accruals, prepaid expenses, and other general ledger activities</li><li>Support the preparation of financial statements and internal accounting reports</li><li>Investigate and resolve discrepancies between subsidiary records and the general ledger</li><li>Assist with audits and provide supporting documentation as requested</li><li>Cross train and provide backup support for other accounting functions as needed</li></ul>
2026-08-26T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Washington, DC
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Temporary / Contract
33.25 - 38.5 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support day-to-day accounting operations for a Contract position based in Washington, District of Columbia. This role is ideal for someone who can manage core financial activities with accuracy, maintain organized records, and contribute to a smooth month-end process. The right candidate will be comfortable working across reconciliations, journal entries, and receivables while helping ensure financial information remains timely and reliable. Responsibilities: • Prepare and post journal entries to maintain accurate general ledger activity. • Reconcile bank accounts, credit card statements, and other cash-related transactions on a regular basis. • Support the month-end close by reviewing balances, resolving discrepancies, and organizing required documentation. • Monitor incoming payments and assist with accounts receivable activities to help keep records current. • Review banking activity and verify that transactions are properly recorded in the accounting system. • Compile financial support materials and schedules needed for audit readiness and reporting requests. • Maintain accounting records within Sage Intacct and help ensure data integrity across daily processes.
2026-08-26T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Greenbelt, MD
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Temporary to Hire
26.6 - 32 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support daily accounting operations for a growing defense contracting organization in Maryland. This is a contract position with the potential to become permanent that will begin on a part-time, in-office schedule and may expand into a permanent opportunity based on business needs and performance. The role focuses on keeping core financial activities organized and accurate while partnering with the accounting team to maintain timely reporting in a highly structured environment. Responsibilities:• Manage high-volume financial data entry and maintain accuracy across day-to-day accounting records.• Reconcile general ledger activity, inventory balances, and other account details to support reliable financial reporting.• Process invoices, prepare vendor payments, and monitor accounts payable transactions from coding through completion.• Track accounts receivable activity and help maintain accurate customer and contract-related billing records.• Enter budget information for awarded contracts and ensure financial details are properly reflected in accounting systems.• Assist with journal entries and routine accounting tasks that reduce administrative burden on the finance team.
2026-09-01T00:00:00Z

Accounting Manager

Washington, DC
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Permanent / Full Time
120000 - 160000 USD / Yearly
Our client, a prominent national real estate investment and development organization based in Washington, D.C., is looking for their new Accounting Manager. They have over $5B invested and are looking to scale up their accounting foundation to include a new real estate fund. They have a long-standing reputation and a track record of managing investments across dozens of high-profile properties. This role is ideal for someone with solid commercial real estate fund accounting expertise who thrives in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial setting. Reporting to the Controller and overseeing a staff, you will build out frameworks and drive best practices for fund and property-level accounting. You will also work across other business lines as operational needs evolve. In this exciting new Accounting Manager role, you will: • Manage capital accounting, execution of capital calls and distributions, and investor allocations for both fund and investment vehicles.• Calculate complex fund distribution models including comprehensive waterfall structures as outlined by partnership agreements• Prepare fund-level GAAP financial statements on a fair value basis in accordance with ASC 946, ASC 820 and ASC 842• Develop periodic investor and fund performance reports—helping deliver timely and accurate NAV statements, fair value analysis, and fund financials• Supervise preparation of general ledgers, including accurate recording of tenant billings, recoveries, and adherence to current lease accounting standards.• Provide financial support for property/asset managers, including budget preparation, variance investigation, and periodic reforecasting.• Prepare consolidated financial reports at the fund level in line with U.S. GAAP, ensuring compliance with fair value measurement and investment company guidance.• Oversee audit preparations and submissions, respond to information requests from audit teams, and coordinate closely with external advisors.• Support completion of lender compliance deliverables and institutional investor due diligence.• Direct and mentor staff accountants, providing technical training and oversight related to fund accounting and the firm’s accounting systems.• Design and enhance accounting policies, workflows, and financial controls to meet SEC-registered investment manager standards.• Partner across departments to advance accounting and reporting initiatives for other verticals, including multifamily and opportunistic asset classes. Your base pay will depend on your skills, experience and training, knowledge, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. Our client offers medical benefits as part of their overall compensation package in addition to other robust benefits. Please forward your resume in confidence to Raj Khanna, Senior Vice President at Robert Half for consideration for this or one of our other immediate openings in the Washington, DC area.
2026-08-07T00:00:00Z