We are looking for a dedicated and detail-driven Full Charge Bookkeeper to join our team in Columbia, Maryland. This long-term contract role will involve managing financial records, performing reconciliations, and assisting with payroll and tax preparation tasks for small business clients. The ideal candidate will possess a positive attitude, strong organizational skills, and a willingness to learn and adapt.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage comprehensive bookkeeping tasks, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and bank reconciliations.<br>• Prepare accurate financial reports using Xero or similar accounting software.<br>• Assist with payroll processing to ensure timely and error-free payments.<br>• Support tax preparation processes for small business clients, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations.<br>• Maintain precise financial records and ensure timely data entry for all transactions.<br>• Utilize Excel for financial reporting, analysis, and data management.<br>• Collaborate with team members to streamline accounting processes and improve efficiency.<br>• Ensure adherence to accounting standards and practices in all tasks performed.
<p>Robert Half has a new direct-hire opportunity for a Sr. Payroll Accountant. This position plays a critical role in maintaining financial integrity and operational efficiency across the organization. This position is responsible for developing and implementing internal controls, creating and refining Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), managing complex account reconciliations, and overseeing the full scope of payroll operations. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in operational accounting, strong knowledge of payroll compliance, and the ability to manage complex financial processes within a fast-paced environment.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><p><strong>Payroll Management & Compliance</strong></p><ul><li>Lead and manage end-to-end payroll operations, ensuring accurate and timely processing of employee compensation, including wages, bonuses, and benefits, in compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations.</li><li>Maintain payroll tax compliance by overseeing timely tax filings, payments, reconciliations, and audits. Handle the opening and closing of tax accounts across jurisdictions as needed.</li><li>Review and approve payroll journal entries, general ledger postings, and reconciliations to ensure accuracy and alignment with month-end and year-end closing schedules.</li><li>Direct year-end processes, including the accurate preparation, review, and distribution of W-2s and 1099s.</li><li>Collaborate with HR, Finance, and IT to maintain and enhance payroll systems, ensuring data accuracy, security, timely system upgrades, and ongoing process improvements.</li><li>Monitor payroll-related data such as labor costs and benefits to support budgeting, forecasting, and cost analysis.</li><li>Coordinate payroll funding and cash flow planning with the Finance team to ensure timely disbursements and compliance with financial obligations.</li></ul><p><strong>Accounting & Financial Operations</strong></p><ul><li>Perform and oversee complex account reconciliations, including bank, intercompany, balance sheet, accounts payable, and receivable accounts.</li><li>Investigate and resolve discrepancies to ensure compliance with GAAP and internal policies.</li><li>Design, implement, and maintain internal controls, policies, and accounting procedures to safeguard company assets and ensure regulatory compliance.</li><li>Collaborate with HR, Finance, and business unit leaders to align payroll and financial data with broader organizational objectives.</li><li>Serve as the primary point of contact for external auditors, tax agencies, payroll providers, and insurance brokers, managing audits and compliance reviews effectively.</li></ul><p><strong>Projects, Leadership & Compliance</strong></p><ul><li>Lead cross-functional projects related to payroll, accounting, system implementations, process redesigns, and policy updates.</li><li>Stay current with industry trends, changes in tax law, and payroll/accounting regulations to ensure compliance and recommend best practices.</li><li>Supervise and develop payroll and accounting staff, providing coaching, mentorship, and opportunities for growth.</li><li>Oversee the collection and tracking of vendor and contractor Certificates of Insurance (COIs), ensuring compliance with internal policies and external requirements.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Are you ready for your next big challenge? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where accuracy and attention to detail are key? Our client is a diverse professional services firm that has experienced strong, consistent growth, and they are seeking an <strong>Assistant Controller</strong> who’s ready to join a thriving and dynamic team.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What You'll Do:</strong></p><p>As the <strong>Assistant Controller</strong>, you will be a vital partner in our company’s financial success. Your responsibilities will include:</p><ul><li><strong>Leadership:</strong> Supervise and guide accounting staff in areas like accounts payable (AP), payroll, and general ledger responsibilities.</li><li><strong>Financial Management:</strong> Lead monthly close activities, manage prepaids and accrued liabilities, update fixed asset and intangible depreciation schedules, and conduct variances analysis aligned with departmental budgets and forecasts.</li><li><strong>Compliance and Oversight:</strong> Ensure compliance with US GAAP principles while managing internal and external audits, as well as payroll and tax-related filings.</li><li><strong>Treasury Functions:</strong> Oversee bank accounts, credit cards, and corporate expense programs to ensure smooth workflows and reconciliation.</li><li><strong>Process Improvement:</strong> Collaborate on building and documenting policies that improve transaction efficiency and align financial reporting with industry best practices.</li><li><strong>Strategic Analysis:</strong> Prepare reports, conduct financial analyses, and support decision-making as part of departmental forecasting and budgeting efforts.</li></ul>
<p>Established client seeks a detail-oriented and reliable Bookkeeper to manage and maintain the financial workflow of their company’s services. In this Bookkeeper role, you will maintain financial records, assist with budgeting and forecasting, manage accounts payable/receivable transactions, enter internal data into QuickBooks, process weekly payroll, prepare local wage taxes, coordinate with external tax accountant and vendors as necessary, monitor account analysis, and basic HR tasks. The ideal individual will have strong understanding of accounting principles and procedures, excellent organizational skills and a keen attention to detail.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities </p><p>· Enter and process accounts payable/receivable </p><p>· Maintain general ledger</p><p>· Perform bank reconciliations</p><p>· Assist with payroll compliance/deductions</p><p>· Maintain internal file/record keeping system</p><p>· Post journal entries</p><p>· Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations</p><p>· Prepare cash reports</p><p>· Spreadsheet Maintenance</p><p>· Light office support</p>
<p><u>Position Overview</u></p><p>The Accounting & Operations Manager will support the CFO in overseeing accounting functions and daily operations for a luxury residential design-build firm specializing in custom homes. This is a hands-on role with a strong emphasis on accounting, billing, project administration, and overall organizational efficiency. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, technologically savvy, and confident in communicating with clients, vendors, and team members.</p><p><br></p><p><u>Key Responsibilities</u></p><ul><li>Prepare and process client invoices for new construction projects</li><li>Prepare and process client invoices for service work</li><li>Manage AR reports and follow up on overdue balances</li><li>Set up vendors and maintain compliance documents on file</li><li>Enter and process accounts payable according to payment schedules</li><li>Track job costs</li><li>Process bi-weekly payroll data entry through ADP</li><li>Maintain payroll records</li><li>Track government/tax filings in partnership with a senior manager (ADP files reports)</li><li>Draft, review, and manage contracts and change orders</li><li>Organize and maintain project files</li><li>Manage vendor files and compliance documents</li><li>Support team members with permitting and inspection scheduling</li><li>Maintain accurate general ledger records in QuickBooks</li><li>Generate regular financial reports</li><li>Assist with phones, scheduling, office administration, and management communication</li><li>Communicate directly with clients regarding billing, contracts, and scheduling</li></ul>
<p>National leader seeks an Accounting Manager with proven public accounting experience, and SEC experience. This role will be responsible for preparing journal entries, budgeting of various accounts, supervising accounting staff, managing the month end close process, performing general ledger analysis, completing account reconciliations, assist external auditors with the annual auditing process, prepare financial reports/statements, and develop and implement process improvements needed that will increase the internal revenue. We are looking for an Accounting Manager with a solid financial analysis skill set, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, strong understanding of GAAP standards, and the capacity to multitask while meeting crucial deadlines.</p><p><br></p><p>What you get to work on daily</p><p>· Maintain general ledger accounts</p><p>· Accounts Payable/Receivable</p><p>· Account Reconciliation</p><p>· Manage month-end/year-end audits</p><p>· Review monthly accruals</p><p>· Account Analysis</p><p>· Spreadsheet Maintenance</p><p>· Prepare financial statements/reports</p>
<p>My client is a well-established financial services firm seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Office Manager to join our team in Fairfax, Virginia. In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing daily office operations, including calendar management, client services, and providing administrative support to Managing Director. This position offers excellent opportunities for growth and visibility within the organization. Candidates with superior customer service experience and experience in the financial services industry are strongly encouraged to apply. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee and manage all administrative tasks to support Managing Director and ensure seamless office operations.</p><p>• Coordinate office facilities management, liaising with service providers to address maintenance needs.</p><p>• Manage client database system and office MS Outlook calendar </p><p>• Schedule and organize meetings, maintain calendars, and assist in the preparation of reports and presentations.</p><p>• Handle procurement of office supplies and maintain inventory to support efficient operations.</p><p>• Sort and manage incoming and outgoing mail and deliveries.</p><p>• Assist in the development and implementation of office policies and procedures to improve workflows.</p><p>• Support office layout planning and coordinate office moves when necessary.</p><p>• Identify opportunities to enhance processes and implement improvements.</p><p>• Book travel arrangements for teams as required.</p><p>• Collaborate with departments to ensure smooth execution of business processes and scheduling.</p><p><br></p><p>All interested candidates in this Office Manager role and other fulltime permanent opportunities in the Washington, D.C. area please send your resume to Justin Decker via LinkedIn</p>
<p>Industry leader seeks an Executive Assistant with prior experience supporting C-suite executives within a fast paced environment. This Executive Assistant will provide a high-level of administrative support while preparing correspondence/reports/presentations, maintaining executive schedules, screening and prioritizing emails/calls/requests, managing expense reports, coordinating logistics for meetings/events/conferences, and supporting project management efforts by tracking deadlines, deliverables, and progress. The ideal candidate for this role should have proven experience supporting basic accounting activities, outstanding organizational and interpersonal skills, excellent time management abilities and have advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite applications.</p><p> </p><p>What you get to do daily</p><p>· Coordinate executive communications</p><p>· Prepare internal and external corporate documents</p><p>· Calendar Management</p><p>· Prepare weekly reports</p><p>· Draft meeting agendas</p><p>· Distribute incoming mail/packages</p><p>· Travel Arrangements</p><p>· Order and maintain inventory of office supplies</p><p>· Assist with property management activities</p><p>· Vendor Management</p><p>· Assist with accounts payable/receivable transactions</p><p>· Special errands as needed</p>
<p>Our client, a prestigious international law firm, is searching for their new Manager of Accounting Operations. This visible role will support a dynamic Director, work with the finance & accounting team and have exposure to firm leadership and Partners. The role will key on overseeing accounting operations including A/P, cash and trust processes as well as the use of related technology tools and implementing efficient processes to automate and optimize the accounting operations functions. This exciting Manager of Accounting Operations position will be offered the opportunity to: </p><p> </p><ul><li>Manage the operational accounting department including the accounts payable, cash operations and trust areas as well as guiding the team to achieve department goals.</li><li>Lead the constant review and development of key accounting processes as well as design of internal controls.</li><li>As a part of a team, manage special projects and conduct analysis.</li><li>Effectively coordinate between accounting operations teams and the corporate accounting team to maintain information flow and hit reporting deadlines.</li><li>Oversee accounts payable processes and ensuring all financial obligations are met in a timely manner</li><li>Act as a key liaison to the outside accounting firm regarding the external audit process and provide supporting schedules and requested information to support the year end external audit and quarterly reviews.</li><li>Inform decision making and improve processes such as forecasting cash flow and financial performance to assist in strategic planning.</li><li>Implement and maintain trust accounting procedures to handle sensitive financial transactions.</li><li>Automate processes where possible to improve efficiency and accuracy.</li><li>Manage the accounting of team performance and providing constructive feedback.</li><li>Collaborating with other departments to ensure the accuracy of financial information and to resolve any discrepancies</li><li>Developing and implementing accounting policies and procedures in line with firm objectives.</li><li>Perform ad hoc projects for senior management as assigned.</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Our client offers medical benefits as part of their overall compensation package.</p><p><br></p><p>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, DC Metro area.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p>
<p>Established services provider is looking to hire an Accounting Manager who can build and maintain a strong financial team! This role involves maintaining internal controls, supporting strategic financial initiatives, preparing monthly account reconciliations, coordinating financial tax audits, monitor and analyze account data, overseeing the month end close process, entering general ledger activities, and staying updated on changes in accounting standards and regulations to ensure ongoing financial health and growth. The ideal Accounting Manager will have solid financial analysis skillset, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, strong understanding of GAAP standards, and the capacity to multi-task while meeting crucial deadlines.</p><p><br></p><p>What you get to work on daily</p><p>· Supervise and lead the accounting team, including accounts payable/receivable and general ledger</p><p>· Manage month-end and year-end closings</p><p>· Coordinate and support external audits </p><p>· Oversee tax filings ensuring compliance with local, state and federal regulations</p><p>· Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports/statements</p><p>· Analyze financial data and provide insights to senior management</p><p>· Support system implementations, upgrades, and process automation projects</p><p>· Monitor and track internal assets and expenditures</p>
<p>We are looking for a skilled Staff Accountant to join our dynamic team in Baltimore, Maryland. In this role, you will be an integral part of the full-cycle accounting processes, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in financial operations. While Accounts Payables, Receivables, and Reconciliations are the primary responsibility, you will also work with numerous other departments and stakeholders. This client is known for its low turnover and great work-life balance.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Perform comprehensive accounting functions, including general ledger reconciliations, journal entries, and month-end closings.</p><p>• Prepare detailed financial reports and performance summaries for both internal stakeholders and external partners.</p><p>• Conduct accounts receivable and accounts payable oversight, ensuring timely and accurate processing.</p><p>• Reconcile monthly bank statements and resolve discrepancies to maintain accurate records.</p><p>• Support expense reviews by analyzing transactions and posting necessary journal entries.</p><p>• Assist with the year-end audit process by compiling required documentation, preparing work papers, and generating financial statements.</p><p>• Develop budgets and forecasts using financial models, providing accurate assumptions for expenses and supporting community financial planning.</p><p>• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve accounting processes and recommend efficient solutions.</p><p>• Participate in special projects and initiatives aimed at enhancing financial operations.</p>
<p>My client is looking for a Director of Finance to join their team, which is in the non-profit industry. The organization is located in Lanham, MD and the role will be operated on a hybrid schedule. The ideal candidate for the Director of Finance role will have non-profit experience and be responsible for the handling of revenue, maintaining the general ledger accounts, supervising a team, reviewing and reconciling accounts payable and accounts receivable, assisting with month end close, budgeting, producing financial reports, providing a strategic mindset and communicating regularly with the board. This non-profit organization offers excellent benefits; including medical benefits and a great work-life balance. </p><p><br></p><p>Daily responsibilities of the Director of Finance include:</p><p><br></p><p>· Perform month-end close.</p><p>· Create annual budget.</p><p>· General ledger maintenance.</p><p>· Review and reconcile AP and AR accounts.</p><p>· Prepare financial statements.</p><p>· Present reports to the board.</p>
<p>We are looking for a skilled Senior Accountant to oversee financial operations and ensure accurate accounting practices within our organization. This role will focus on maintaining financial records, preparing reports, and performing essential reconciliations to support the company’s financial health. As this is a Contract to permanent position, it offers an excellent opportunity for long-term growth and skill development.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare and record journal entries to ensure accurate financial reporting.</p><p>• Conduct account analysis and reconcile bank statements and general ledger accounts regularly.</p><p>• Assist with month-end and year-end closing processes, including accruals and necessary adjustments.</p><p>• Maintain and update financial records.</p><p>• Support the preparation of financial reports.</p><p>• Handle accounts payable, accounts receivable, and daily cash receipt transactions.</p><p>• Collaborate with various departments to collect financial data and address discrepancies.</p><p>• Reconcile credit card transactions to ensure proper posting to the general ledger.</p><p>• Utilize accounting software and tools to optimize financial processes and reporting.</p>
<p>Are you ready for a position where precision, leadership, and continuous improvement pave the way for meaningful contributions? We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced <strong>Supervisor, Accounting Operations & Payroll</strong> to join our finance and accounting team. This critical role not only offers the chance to manage complex payroll and general ledger processes but also provides opportunities to enhance operational efficiencies and drive process improvements. In this role, you’ll oversee the <strong>general ledger, payroll, and AP functions</strong>, including month-end close activities, reconciliations, and regulatory reporting. You’ll also assist with budget and forecast preparation, play a key role in audits, and ensure compliance with federal, state, and company-specific policies. If you're someone who thrives on accuracy, collaboration, and forward-thinking solutions, this is an excellent opportunity to make an impact. My client has a phenomenal no drama environment where there is collaboration, open communication, and respect for one another. They are a forward thinking organization looking for more efficient and effective ways to operate while reducing potential for errors. They have a very comprehensive and attractive benefit package including bonus compensation plans.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Lead and supervise the <strong>monthly, quarterly, and year-end close</strong> processes, ensuring timely reconciliation of balance sheet accounts.</li><li>Oversee the accurate <strong>processing of semi-monthly and unscheduled payrolls</strong>, ensuring compliance with federal and state wage and tax laws.</li><li>Supervise the weekly processing and review of accounts payable, maintaining alignment with divisional budgets.</li><li>Prepare and assist in the development of <strong>quarterly and annual financial statements</strong>.</li><li>Manage <strong>monthly, quarterly, and year-end accruals</strong>, as well as fixed asset reconciliations and depreciation reporting.</li><li>Handle payroll-related reporting, including W-2s, 940, 941, and ensure all benefit and travel policies are applied correctly.</li><li>Safeguard financial and confidential payroll information by maintaining accurate records and ensuring compliance with regulatory guidelines.</li><li>Support annual budget, forecast processes, and variance analysis to meet organizational goals.</li><li>Coordinate with internal and external auditors and prepare supporting documentation for audits.</li><li>Maintain updated policies for Accounting Operations and Payroll procedures, ensuring compliance and ongoing improvement.</li><li>Assist with regulatory reporting and tasks, such as 1099, 1042, Board of Director reporting, and ad hoc reporting.</li><li>Actively participate in vendor maintenance, confirming tax and financial data accuracy while supporting vendor management controls.</li><li>Identify, analyze, and implement process improvements and internal control measures across operations, accounting, payroll, and reporting.</li><li>Conduct accounting research, draft technical memorandums, and deliver recommendations as needed.</li><li>Support the team with cross-training, ensuring operational contingencies are effectively addressed.</li><li>Contribute to the annual Risk Control Self-Assessment process to meet compliance goals.</li></ul>
<p>Established management provider is looking to hire an Accounting Manager/Supervisor who can build and maintain a strong financial team! This role involves maintaining internal controls, supporting strategic financial initiatives, preparing monthly account reconciliations, coordinating financial tax audits, monitor and analyze account data, overseeing the month end close process, entering general ledger activities, and staying updated on changes in accounting standards and regulations to ensure ongoing financial health and growth. The ideal Accounting Manager/Supervisor will have solid financial analysis skillset, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, strong understanding of GAAP standards, and the capacity to multi-task while meeting crucial deadlines.</p><p><br></p><p>What you get to work on daily</p><p>· Supervise and lead the accounting team, including accounts payable/receivable and general ledger</p><p>· Manage month-end and year-end closings</p><p>· Coordinate and support external audits </p><p>· Oversee tax filings ensuring compliance with local, state and federal regulations</p><p>· Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports/statements</p><p>· Analyze financial data and provide insights to senior management</p><p>· Support system implementations, upgrades, and process automation projects</p><p>· Monitor and track internal assets and expenditures</p>
<p>Our client, an innovative and fast-growing professional services organization, is seeking a skilled Accounting Manager to join their dynamic environment. This position offers a unique opportunity to play a vital role in shaping and optimizing their accounting processes in alignment with the evolving needs of their rapidly expanding organization.</p><p><br></p><p>As part of their finance team, the Accounting Manager will handle diverse tasks aimed at ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and efficiency of financial operations.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Accurately record and reconcile all incoming financial transactions, guaranteeing timely updates to the general ledger.</li><li>Perform essential tasks, including general ledger adjustments, account analyses, journal entries, accounts payable, and bank reconciliations, ensuring compliance and procedural accuracy.</li><li>Manage balance sheet reconciliations and oversee related administrative functions.</li><li>Conduct monthly intercompany balance sheet reconciliations, variance analyses, and WIP reporting.</li><li>Assist with the preparation of invoices and monthly close processes, contributing to year-end reviews and audits as needed.</li><li>Maintain robust financial and accounting systems that sustain organizational goals and ensure operational efficiency.</li></ul>
<p>Are you a driven, organized, detail-oriented Senior Accountant with sharp analysis skills? If that sounds like you, then we should talk. My client is looking for a Senior Accountant who will play a key role in ensuring the smooth running of their finances. Reporting directly to the Senior Controller, this position will not only have significant exposure to the EVP of Finance and the Chief Financial & Administrative Officer but will also have the opportunity to drive positive results across the team. The Senior Accountant will be on site for the first 90 days and then transition to 4 days in-office and 1 day work from home. If you are a highly motivated and driven individual looking to work in a complex structure that rewards high performers, please apply.</p><p>Major Responsibilities:</p><p>General Ledger:</p><ul><li>Assist in the month-end closing process, reconcile assigned accounts, and prepare and post general journal entries.</li></ul><p>Financial Reporting & Analysis:</p><ul><li>Assist in preparing monthly financial statements, revenue, and expense analysis, and year-end audit.</li><li>Perform financial analysis and assist with the annual budget.</li></ul><p>General Department Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Prepare schedules, research issues, and work collaboratively with staff accountants, accounts payable personnel, controllers, and accounting systems staff.</li><li>Undertake special projects and show the ability and initiative to be a team player.</li><li>Occasionally assist in training new employees.</li></ul><p>Please apply directly to this job post for consideration. If you have additional questions, please contact Lee Chernett, VP at Robert Half Finance & Accounting, via LinkedIn or by calling 571.297.9074</p>
<p>We are seeking a Staff Accountant to join our team based in Washington, District of Columbia. The role is located in Georgetown and provides free parking. The role is 100% in office. This role involves various accounting and administrative responsibilities within a dynamic organization. The successful candidate will manage all accounting and financial processes, ensuring accurate record-keeping and efficient operations. </p><p><br></p><p> Responsibilities: </p><p>• Oversee the full cycle of accounting duties, including but not limited to, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll and general ledger management. </p><p>• Prepare, analyze, and present monthly financial statements, budgets, and forecasts. </p><p>• Conduct bank reconciliations, manage cash flow, and ensure accurate financial record-keeping. </p><p>• Handle invoicing, bill payments, and expense reporting in a timely manner. </p><p>• Collaborate with external accountants for tax preparation and annual audits. </p><p>• Communicate effectively with vendors, project managers, designers, and clients on any issues around billing and invoicing. </p><p>• Manage administrative and operational tasks of the office, including but not limited to, managing leases, insurance, supplies, equipment, and facility emails and files. </p><p>• Maintain employee records, including attendance, benefits, and performance evaluations. </p><p>• Address employee inquiries and resolve HR-related issues in accordance with labor laws and company policies. </p><p>• Oversee day-to-day office operations, including supply management, equipment maintenance, and vendor relationships. </p><p>• Develop and implement office policies and procedures to improve efficiency. </p><p>• Coordinate meetings, events, and travel arrangements for staff. </p><p>• Provide administrative support to the leadership team as needed. </p><p><br></p><p> Please reach out to Ian Gainor via LinkedIn if interested.</p>
We are looking for a detail-oriented and motivated Staff Accountant to join our team in Fulton, Maryland. In this Contract-to-permanent position, you will play a vital role in managing financial records, assisting with tax preparations, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards. This role requires a proactive individual with strong communication skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare and maintain accurate general ledger records, including adjusting journal entries and account reconciliations.<br>• Assist in monthly, quarterly, and yearly closing processes to ensure accurate financial reporting.<br>• Handle bookkeeping responsibilities such as managing accounts payable, accounts receivable, and processing biweekly payroll.<br>• Communicate effectively with clients to collect necessary documentation, address inquiries, and resolve discrepancies.<br>• Support the preparation and filing of individual and business tax returns, ensuring compliance with regulations.<br>• Utilize QuickBooks Online and Desktop for financial management and reporting tasks.<br>• Perform ad-hoc financial analysis and special projects as needed.<br>• Contribute to process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy in accounting workflows.
<p>There is an opportunity with a terrific company for a full-time Staff Accountant. This position can offer you strong compensation, excellent benefits, and career advancement. Ambitious and detail-oriented candidates will be interested in Robert Half's opportunity to join a thriving, fast-paced company that recognizes talent and effort, as a Staff Accountant. Based in the Mclean, Virginia area, this role is a career-building, multi-faceted opportunity to work for a company that recognizes and rewards hard work. This position is for candidates with the ability to prepare journal entries, monthly and year-end closings, bank reconciliation, fixed asset maintenance, and general ledger reconciliation and be responsible for many aspects of internal reporting during the monthly close. If you're looking for work where you will participate in compliance, interact with our external auditors for quarterly reviews and annual audits, and review schedules reporting processes, this role might be right for you. You will be preferred for this role if you have a complex understanding of Financial Statements, Cash Flow projections, and Budgets.</p><p><br></p><p>Major responsibilities</p><p>- Oversee depreciation, fixed asset ledgers, and reconciliation</p><p>- Regular maintenance and reconciliation of journal entries</p><p>- Assist with the month end, quarter end and year end closing process by preparing monthly financial close workbooks</p><p>- Prepare monthly balance sheet and income statement analyses for management reporting</p><p>- Ad hoc reporting and performing special projects upon request</p><p>- Produce complex journal entries and account reconciliations which include, but are not limited to, cash, prepaid expenses, and payroll</p><p>- Become well-versed in month end balance sheet account reconciliations</p><p>- Conduct month end close and compose journal entries with minimal supervision</p><p>- Maintain, implement, and adhere to internal controls. Also ensure that accounting procedures comply with GAAP</p><p>- Handle intercompany transactions, billings, and reconciliation</p><p>- Organize schedules for monthly payments and capital lease</p><p>- Coordinate and analyze a variety of financial data, then report it in a way that is useful and understandable</p><p>- Partake in various department-wide initiatives</p>
<p>Contact Tracy Kaszuba at Robert Half Finance about this reputable company's Controller opportunity, if you have a knack for leading with high standards, positively motivating others, making critical decisions and have experience taking charge of an accounting and clerical department. The ideal candidate for this position will be comfortable working autonomously in a very hands-on role, can plan and direct all accounting operational functions, handle the accumulation of financial data for internal financial statements, evaluate accounting and internal control systems, and effectively collaborate with numerous leaders in the organization. In this role, it will be critical for you to lead with integrity and reliability and have the ability to manage self and others with urgency, practicality and accountability when providing client services.</p><p> </p><p>Your responsibilities</p><p>- Present executive committee and partners with monthly financial reports</p><p>- Complete month-end and year-end close of income statement and balance sheet, reconcile accounts, and handle G/L analysis</p><p>- Produce cash-flow reports, calculating cash needs at weekly and monthly intervals, and manage daily cash</p><p>- Support punctual cash collection by managing the timing for monthly billing and other cash management techniques</p><p>- Manage finance department operations, including accounts payable, billings & collections, and payroll</p><p>- Manage the production of and monthly monitoring of the annual budget and forecasts</p><p>- Analyze deliverables of self and team to confirm they meet client expectations</p><p>- Evaluate, implement and streamline policies, procedures, controls and most methodologies</p><p>- Flexible in completing tasks beyond formal job responsibilities</p><p>- Collaborate with executive team and partners to make efficient and effective firm-wide operation possible</p><p><br></p><p>Please apply immediately if interested to Tracy Kaszuba on LinkedIn or to Tracy.Kaszuba at RobertHalf.</p>
<p>We are offering an exciting opportunity for a Sr. Accountant to join our client's team located in Chestertown, Maryland. This role will oversee month-end close activities and payroll, with a growth path to Controller. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Manage month-end close processes, prepare journal entries, and financial statements.</li><li>Process payroll, ensuring compliance with regulations.</li><li>Prepare financial reports and assist with budgets and forecasts.</li><li>Handle accounts payable/receivable and cash flow management.</li><li>Assist with audits and ensure GAAP compliance.</li><li>Improve financial processes using Sage software.</li><li>Mentor junior staff and develop skills for the Controller role.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p><strong>Job Title: Senior Accountant</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Job Description:</strong></p><p> We are seeking a hungry Senior Accountant to join our dynamic and fast-paced organization. This role is ideal for someone with strong technical accounting skills, advanced financial reporting expertise, and a keen ability to analyze complex financial data. You will play a key role in ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of financial processes, adhering to industry regulations, and supporting the organization’s strategic goals.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Manage end-to-end accounting processes, including general ledger maintenance, account reconciliations, and month-end/quarter-end closings for multiple entities.</li><li>Prepare and analyze financial statements, ensuring compliance with GAAP and applicable reporting standards.</li><li>Review and coordinate tax filings and audits alongside third-party specialists when applicable.</li><li>Collaborate across departments to align accounting operations with broader organizational strategy.</li><li>Conduct budget-to-actual analyses, identifying variances and recommending cost-saving opportunities.</li><li>Oversee cash flow management, accounts payable/receivable transactions, and expense tracking processes.</li><li>Stay current on changes in financial regulations and industry trends to maintain best practices.</li></ul>
We are looking for a committed and meticulous Controller to join our team based in Wilmington, Delaware. In the finance sector, the Controller will be pivotal in overseeing the company's accounting operations, ensuring regulatory compliance, and managing financial reporting. The role involves managing the integrity of internal systems, supervising financial obligations, and handling treasury functions.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br><br>• Manage the company's accounting operations, including accounts payable, receivable, payroll, and general ledger management.<br>• Oversee the preparation and presentation of accurate and timely financial statements.<br>• Ensure the company's compliance with tax returns and firm-specific compliance filings.<br>• Guarantee the accuracy and integrity of the company's practice management system, including report writing and data maintenance.<br>• Maintain compliance for the company's 401(k) and flexible benefits plans, ensuring all reporting and filings are accurate and timely.<br>• Supervise and process billing operations, ensuring timely and accurate invoicing.<br>• Manage client interactions to resolve billing inquiries and oversee collection efforts to maintain cash flow.<br>• Oversee the company's treasury function, ensuring risk and liquidity are effectively monitored.<br>• Regularly reconcile all bank accounts and prepare weekly cash position reports.<br>• Manage cash sweeps to interest-bearing accounts and oversee other liquidity optimization strategies.<br>• Develop and oversee the company's annual budget and financial forecasts.<br>• Analyze financial data and provide insights to inform strategic decision-making.
<p>Our client, a $20M+ law firm in DC is looking for an experienced law firm Controller to lead and manage the financial operations of their firm. This role requires an experienced and detail-oriented individual who can oversee critical areas such as client trust accounting, billing, financial reporting, budgeting, and regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate will work closely with senior leadership to ensure financial integrity and support strategic decision-making.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee, manage and even be hands on with all accounting functions, including general ledger, billing, accounts payable, and accounts receivable.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with state bar regulations regarding client trust funds by conducting monthly reconciliations and monitoring daily transactions.</p><p>• Collaborate with attorneys and operations staff to ensure accurate client intake processes and timely billing and collections.</p><p>• Prepare detailed financial statements, budgets, and forecasts while providing insightful analysis to support strategic planning.</p><p>• Monitor and manage cash flow, including bank account reconciliations, wire transfers, and resolution of banking discrepancies.</p><p>• Oversee payroll processing, partner commissions, employee expense reimbursements, and contributions to retirement and profit-sharing plans.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with tax regulations and coordinate with external auditors to successfully complete audits.</p><p>• Develop, implement, and maintain internal controls and financial policies to improve efficiency and reduce errors.</p><p>• Administer financial management systems, including accounting, billing, and collection software.</p><p>• Supervise and lead finance and accounting staff (2 people), providing guidance and support to ensure high performance.</p><p><br></p><p>The ideal candidate for this Controller role will have 7+ years of preferably law firm industry experience (they will consider other professional services companies with time & billing), BS in Accounting or Finance, hands on day to day accounting up to financial statement preparation as well as budgeting/forecasting, prior experience with implementing internal controls and the ability to go into the office in DC 5 days/week. Comp range for this role is 150-160K + bonus and full benefits. To apply to this Law Firm Controller role please do so through this posting or reach out to Caren Bromberg Bach on LinkedIn or call Caren Bach at 301.965.9035. </p>
