<p><strong>Staff Accountant – Transition into Public Accounting</strong></p><p> </p><p>Are you an early-career accountant with <strong>1–2 years of corporate accounting experience</strong> who has been hoping for an opportunity to break into <strong>public accounting</strong>? This is an outstanding chance to make that move!</p><p> </p><p>We are partnering with a firm seeking a <strong>Staff Accountant</strong> who has built a strong foundation in corporate accounting and is ready to take the next step into a more dynamic, client-facing environment. This role is ideal for someone who has experience with <strong>account reconciliations, general ledger accounting, journal entries, month-end close support, and financial analysis</strong> and now wants to gain valuable <strong>public accounting experience</strong> to strengthen their long-term career path.</p><p> </p><p>If you did not begin your career in public accounting but have always wanted that experience on your résumé, this role offers a unique opportunity to make the transition early in your career while continuing to build your technical skills and gain meaningful <strong>client exposure</strong>.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Why This Opportunity Stands Out</strong></p><ul><li>Excellent entry point into <strong>public accounting</strong> for professionals coming from corporate accounting</li><li>Opportunity to gain hands-on experience working with a variety of <strong>clients and industries</strong></li><li>Build valuable experience that will strengthen your résumé and expand your career options</li><li>Develop both your <strong>technical accounting knowledge</strong> and your <strong>client-facing skills</strong></li><li>Join a team that values growth, mentorship, and professional development</li></ul><p><strong>What You’ll Do</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare and post <strong>journal entries</strong></li><li>Perform <strong>account reconciliations</strong> and maintain general ledger accuracy</li><li>Assist with <strong>month-end and year-end close</strong> activities</li><li>Support financial statement preparation and related schedules</li><li>Work directly with clients to gather information, answer questions, and provide accounting support</li><li>Assist with client accounting projects and ongoing financial reporting needs</li><li>Research discrepancies and help resolve accounting issues in a timely manner</li><li>Collaborate with internal team members and clients to ensure high-quality service and deliverables</li><li>Contribute to process improvement efforts and support special projects as needed</li></ul><p><strong>Ideal Candidate</strong></p><p>This role is perfect for an accountant who has developed a strong corporate accounting foundation and is now looking for an opportunity to broaden their experience in <strong>public accounting</strong>. The ideal candidate will be technically solid, eager to learn, and excited about working directly with clients. Strong interpersonal skills are important, as this role offers meaningful <strong>client interaction and visibility</strong>.</p><p> </p><p>If you are looking for a chance to build public accounting experience, strengthen your résumé, and grow your career in a collaborative environment, we encourage you to apply directly to Tracy Kaszuba on LinkedIn or send your resume to Tracy.Kaszuba at RobertHalf.</p>
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.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• 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.<br>• Evaluate changes in balance sheet and income statement activity, identify underlying business drivers, and communicate findings in a clear and organized manner.<br>• Build working knowledge of assigned accounting cycles, including related operational workflows, financial risks, and key control points.<br>• Interpret and apply relevant U.S. accounting guidance for standard and more complex transactions, documenting conclusions where needed.<br>• Collaborate with FP&A, Tax, Treasury, Financial Reporting, and business stakeholders to resolve accounting questions and support ongoing financial operations.<br>• Assist with the preparation of financial statements, management reports, audit schedules, and materials requested by internal and external reviewers.<br>• Contribute to internal control compliance efforts through documentation updates, testing support, remediation follow-up, and identification of control weaknesses or errors.<br>• Recommend and support process enhancements that improve accuracy, shorten close timelines, and increase efficiency across accounting activities.<br>• Maintain accounting policies, procedural documentation, and reference materials while serving as a knowledgeable resource for team members and cross-functional partners.<br>• Participate in special assignments and other accounting initiatives while ensuring deliverables are completed accurately and on schedule with limited supervision.
We are looking for an Accounting Specialist to support day-to-day financial operations for a remote team based in Washington, District of Columbia. This is a Contract position offering a flexible workload of approximately 20 to 40 hours per week. The ideal candidate brings strong bookkeeping expertise, excellent communication skills, and a careful approach to maintaining accurate financial records.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage outgoing payments and ensure vendor obligations are processed accurately and on time.<br>• Oversee incoming payments, apply receipts correctly, and help maintain healthy account balances.<br>• Perform regular reconciliations for credit card activity and financial accounts to resolve discrepancies promptly.<br>• Review, categorize, and process invoices and employee expenses in accordance with company guidelines.<br>• Handle billing-related activities, including preparing charges and supporting timely invoicing cycles.<br>• Contribute to budgeting efforts by compiling financial information and assisting with reporting needs.<br>• Provide documentation and transaction support during audit-related reviews.<br>• Take on additional accounting and administrative assignments as business needs evolve.
<p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Billing Coordinator to support a busy law firm’s billing and accounts receivable operations in Washington, District of Columbia. This position is ideal for someone who understands legal billing practices, communicates effectively with attorneys and clients, and can manage invoicing with accuracy and professionalism. The role offers the opportunity to contribute to a collaborative finance function while helping maintain timely, compliant, and well-documented billing processes.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare client invoices and coordinate the timely distribution of billing materials in accordance with firm and client requirements.</p><p>• Generate recurring and ad hoc reports, including weekly, quarterly, monthly, and year-end billing and accounts receivable summaries.</p><p>• Review billing records and supporting documentation to confirm accuracy, completeness, and adherence to engagement terms and client-specific guidelines.</p><p>• Handle electronic billing submissions and help maintain e-billing records, platforms, and related administrative processes.</p><p>• Monitor outstanding balances, assist with collection efforts, and perform reconciliations to support accurate accounts receivable reporting.</p><p>• Respond to billing questions from attorneys, staff, and clients by researching issues and providing clear, timely resolutions.</p><p>• Work closely with legal and administrative teams in a decentralized environment to ensure billing activity moves forward efficiently.</p><p>• Develop customized invoice layouts and formats when client needs or matter requirements call for alternative presentation.</p><p><br></p><p>All interested candidates in this Billing Coordinator opportunity and other fulltime opportunities in Accounting Operations please send your resume to Justin Decker via LinkedIn. </p>