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Cost Accountant

Chestertown, MD
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
80000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Cost Accountant to support financial planning and operational performance in Chestertown, Maryland. This role will focus on analyzing manufacturing and inventory costs, delivering accurate reporting, and providing insights that help leadership improve profitability. The ideal candidate brings strong experience in standard costing, financial analysis, and cross-functional collaboration within a manufacturing environment. Responsibilities: • Examine cost structures across materials, labor, and overhead to uncover opportunities for improved efficiency and reduced spend. • Track production results against established standards, investigate variances, and communicate findings with practical recommendations. • Partner with operations, procurement, and other business teams to support budgeting, forecasting, and cost planning activities. • Prepare recurring cost accounting reports and management summaries that clearly reflect financial performance and key trends. • Maintain oversight of inventory costing, including valuation reviews and reconciliation of inventory-related balances. • Support decision-making by assessing how cost fluctuations influence margins, pricing, and overall business results. • Strengthen cost accounting processes by identifying workflow improvements that increase accuracy, consistency, and timeliness. • Ensure financial practices align with applicable accounting requirements and provide support during internal and external audit reviews. • Contribute to the financial evaluation of new products or services by developing cost estimates and related analysis.
2026-10-07T00:00:00Z

Cost Accountant

Linthicum, MD
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
85000 - 120000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Cost Accountant to support the financial oversight of complex project-based manufacturing work in Linthicum, Maryland. This position plays a key role in monitoring project costs, guiding revenue recognition, and producing accurate financial insights that help improve profitability and operational decision-making. The ideal candidate is comfortable working across finance and operations, managing deadlines, and translating project activity into clear financial reporting. Responsibilities:• Manage the financial performance of assigned projects by overseeing budgets, projections, cost accumulation, and margin analysis from initiation through completion.• Review labor, materials, overhead, and subcontractor expenses to ensure project costs are recorded accurately and reflected in a timely manner.• Work closely with project managers and operational teams to confirm financial inputs, evaluate developing issues, and highlight potential cost or profit concerns early.• Apply appropriate revenue recognition treatment based on contract terms and project progress, including percentage-of-completion or milestone-driven methods where required.• Prepare monthly close activities for project accounts and deliver reporting on revenue, backlog, profitability, and forecasted outcomes within established deadlines.• Build and maintain cost-to-complete models and forward-looking financial forecasts, then analyze variances against budget or prior expectations.• Maintain organized supporting documentation and strong audit-ready records to reinforce compliance, transparency, and reporting accuracy.• Partner with engineering, procurement, operations, and finance leadership to align financial results with project execution and improve decision support.• Contribute to internal control compliance, audit requests, and process improvements that strengthen efficiency, consistency, and scalability across project accounting activities.
2026-10-20T00:00:00Z

Cost Accounting Analyst

York, PA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
80000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Cost Accounting Analyst to support accounting and finance activities with a strong emphasis on manufacturing costs, inventory accuracy, and financial insight. This position contributes to cost analysis, month-end close, and planning processes while partnering with cross-functional teams to improve visibility into operational performance. Responsibilities:• Analyze inventory balances, standard costs, labor absorption, overhead application, and production variances to help maintain accurate manufacturing cost records.• Reconcile inventory-related accounts, investigate discrepancies, and support reserve calculations and other period-end inventory adjustments.• Participate in cycle count and physical inventory activities by researching count differences and helping resolve issues affecting inventory accuracy.• Partner with operations, purchasing, and supply chain teams to identify the root cause of costing and inventory issues and support timely resolution.• Evaluate manufacturing and operational results, highlighting unusual trends in cost, usage, labor, and overhead performance.• Prepare recurring and ad hoc financial analyses for leadership, including comparisons to budget, forecast, prior periods, and other performance benchmarks.• Contribute to annual budget development and ongoing forecast updates by compiling data, building schedules, and assisting with planning analysis.• Support the monthly close process through journal entry preparation, balance sheet reconciliations, variance review, and maintenance of audit-ready documentation.• Assist with profitability and performance analysis across products, customers, channels, margins, rebates, allowances, and working capital measures.
2026-10-06T00:00:00Z

Fund Accountant

Washington, DC
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
100000 - 150000 USD / Yearly
Are you an Accountant with Big 4 auditing experience—particularly with private equity (PE) or venture capital (VC) clients—or a Fund Accountant for a PE firm? Are you ready to contribute to a fast-growing investment firm leading innovative financial strategies? We are seeking a Fund Accountant to help expand and enhance the firm’s accounting, reporting, and operations functions.This role offers broad exposure to multiple aspects of finance and operations within a high-growth environment, allowing you to impact the firm's trajectory positively. Reporting directly to the CFO, the role works closely with leadership across all levels, making your contributions integral to organizational success.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Oversee fund accounting operations, including capital calls, distributions, and quarterly/annual fund financial statements by working with fund administrators.</li><li>Support investment activities such as deal closings and realizations, ensuring smooth transaction execution.</li><li>Monitor compliance with credit facility requirements and coordinate with internal/external stakeholders.</li><li>Lead investment valuations and ensure consistent portfolio reporting standards.</li><li>Manage audit processes, prepare documentation, and provide timely support to auditors.</li><li>Review quarterly financial and capital account statements for accuracy.</li><li>Ensure annual federal and state tax compliance, coordinating with external tax preparers to meet deadlines.</li><li>Assist with regulatory filings and compliance reporting alongside the Chief Compliance Officer (CCO).</li><li>Lead budgeting, forecasting, and performance tracking for fund-level financial metrics.</li><li>Manage books and records for internal entities such as the management company and General Partner.</li><li>Address investor requests during fundraising and throughout fund lifecycles.</li><li>Partner on special projects alongside leadership, supporting growth and operational efficiencies.</li></ul>Why Join Us?<ul><li>Collaborate with leadership to elevate financial strategies and drive growth at a dynamic investment firm.</li><li>Gain broad exposure across finance, operations, compliance, and investor relations in a high-growth, fast-paced environment.</li><li>Contribute to exciting projects and initiatives, making a direct impact on the firm’s success.</li><li>Work in a motivated and innovative team culture committed to excellence and collaboration.</li></ul>
2026-10-14T00:00:00Z

Property Accountant

Rockville, MD
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
95000 - 105000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Property Accountant to support a real estate portfolio in Rockville, Maryland through a broad range of accounting, reporting, and lease-related activities. This role combines day-to-day financial operations with month-end close responsibilities, lender reporting, and coordination with property management and construction teams. The position offers the opportunity to contribute to accurate financial records, timely reconciliations, and reliable reporting for both property and corporate entities. Responsibilities:• Support cash application and deposit recording as needed to help maintain accurate daily transaction processing.• Review and process vendor invoices for payment, including weekly electronic disbursements and check runs.• Maintain complete and organized financial records within the general ledger, using Yardi to post transactions and monitor activity.• Prepare recurring and non-recurring journal entries related to cash movements, escrow activity, and account adjustments.• Perform monthly bank reconciliations for assigned properties and corporate accounts, resolving discrepancies in a timely manner.• Analyze draft financial statements, identify notable variances, and communicate observations to property management for follow-up.• Track and post account reclassifications, mortgage activity, escrow balances, reserves, prepaid items, and accruals for assigned assets.• Assemble owner and lender reporting packages, reimbursement requests, year-end workpapers, and other schedules required for audits, tax preparation, and external reporting.• Coordinate payment of property-level obligations such as real estate taxes and insurance, while maintaining supporting schedules and lender-related documentation. The ideal candidate will have a BS in Accounting, 2+ years of commercial property management accounting experience or public accounting auditing with real estate clients and strong attention to detail. To apply to this Property Accountant role please do so through this posting or reach out to Caren Bromberg Bach on LinkedIn or call Caren Bach at 301.965.9035.
2026-10-26T00:00:00Z

Property Accountant

Washington, DC
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
85000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
Our client is a well-established commercial real estate organization seeking a detail-oriented Property Accountant to support a diverse portfolio of properties. This role offers exposure to property accounting, financial reporting, month-end close, CAM reconciliations, budgeting, and corporate accounting responsibilities. The ideal candidate will thrive in a collaborative environment, take pride in delivering accurate financial information, and be eager to grow within an organization that offers long-term career advancement opportunities. Responsibilities:• Manage accounting activities for an assigned property portfolio, including maintaining the general ledger and completing month-end close procedures on schedule.• Prepare journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules that substantiate account balances and financial statement reporting.• Build and maintain detailed workpapers and monthly close documentation to support accuracy, consistency, and audit readiness.• Analyze account fluctuations and accruals, investigate variances, and contribute to budgeting activities and operating expense recovery processes.• Partner with internal accounting colleagues, property management teams, auditors, and tax professionals to gather information and resolve financial reporting questions.• Support compliance initiatives by assisting with internal control procedures and Sarbanes-Oxley related documentation and testing.• Coordinate deliverables with external or offshore accounting support resources while monitoring deadlines and quality expectations.• Contribute to process improvement efforts and perform additional accounting-related assignments as business needs evolve.
2026-10-23T00:00:00Z

Project Accountant

Washington, DC
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
110000 - 150000 USD / Yearly
My client is a company within the renewable energy industry looking for a Project Accountant to fill the role in their Washington, DC office. The ideal Project Accountant for this role will be responsible for assisting the accounting team with the day-to-day operations and ensuring the financial statements are reported accurately. The responsibilities for the Project Accountant will include preparing monthly and quarterly financial statements, assisting with invoicing, posting various journal entries, reconciling the balance sheet accounts, accounting for WIP, fixed assets and other depreciable assets, along with collaborating with the team to achieve goals. This organization has room for growth and offers good benefits; including medical and dental benefits. Daily responsibilities of the Project Accountant include: · Prepare financial statements.· Assist with month-end close process.· Reconcile various balance sheet accounts.· Create various schedules and accounting for WIP.· Post journal entries; including intercompany, etc.· Assist with other ad hoc duties.
2026-10-09T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Columbia, MD
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
65000 - 80000 USD / Yearly
A growing, project-based services company is seeking a Staff Accountant to join a lean, highly visible finance team. This is a unique opportunity to work directly with an experienced CFO in a true right-hand capacity within a two-person accounting team. This role offers broad exposure across the accounting function and is ideal for someone who enjoys owning both day-to-day accounting and more strategic finance support. The Staff Accountant will be involved in full-cycle accounting, including transactional work as well as project-focused financial responsibilities. This position is perfect for someone who wants to learn the business from the ground up, make an impact, and grow over time. Responsibilities include:<ul><li>Full-cycle accounting support from transaction processing through month-end close</li><li>Accounts payable and accounts receivable</li><li>Project billing, invoicing, and customer payment tracking</li><li>Job costing and project-level financial analysis</li><li>Bank and account reconciliations</li><li>Assisting with cash management and daily cash visibility</li><li>Supporting month-end and year-end processes</li><li>Maintaining accurate financial records and improving accounting workflows</li><li>Partnering closely with leadership on ad hoc reporting and operational needs</li><li>Assisting with additional administrative and business-related functions as needed</li></ul>Why this role stands out:<ul><li>Direct mentorship from the CFO</li><li>High visibility and meaningful exposure to the full business</li><li>Opportunity to be involved in both accounting and operational finance</li><li>Broad responsibilities with strong growth potential</li><li>Chance to make a real impact in a small, collaborative environment</li></ul>If you bring the qualified experience, have a high attention to detail and accountability, and are interested, please apply immediately and send your resume to Tracy Kaszuba on LinkedIn or to tracy.kaszuba at roberthalf.
2026-10-16T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Baltimore, MD
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
58000 - 75000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Staff Accountant to support a range of accounting and finance projects for client organizations in Baltimore, Maryland. This position offers the stability of permanent employment along with exposure to varied assignments that strengthen technical expertise and broaden industry experience. The ideal candidate is comfortable adapting to new environments, managing core accounting processes, and contributing to accurate financial reporting. Responsibilities: • Manage day-to-day accounting activities, including preparing journal entries and maintaining accurate general ledger records. • Reconcile bank accounts and other balance sheet accounts to ensure financial data is complete and reliable. • Support both accounts payable and accounts receivable functions, helping keep transactions processed accurately and on schedule. • Assist with payroll-related accounting tasks and verify that payroll entries are recorded correctly. • Contribute to month-end and year-end close processes by reviewing account activity and resolving discrepancies. • Help prepare financial reports and supporting schedules for internal stakeholders and client management. • Participate in corporate tax support activities by organizing documentation and assisting with related accounting entries. • Adapt quickly to different client systems, workflows, and reporting needs while maintaining strong attention to detail.
2026-10-14T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Catonsville, MD
onsite
Temporary to Hire
32.88 - 37.65 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Staff Accountant to join a nonprofit organization in Catonsville, Maryland in a contract-to-permanent capacity. This role will contribute to day-to-day accounting operations while helping maintain accurate records, support budgeting activities, and prepare financial information for internal stakeholders. The position is well suited for an accounting specialist who can adapt quickly, work independently with minimal ramp-up time, and bring strong experience with nonprofit financial practices and QuickBooks. Responsibilities: • Manage general ledger activity, including preparing journal entries, reconciling accounts, and maintaining accurate financial records. • Assist with the planning, tracking, and analysis of operating and capital budgets to support sound financial decision-making. • Produce clear and timely financial reports for leadership, board members, and department managers to aid oversight and resource planning. • Review accounting workflows and financial practices to help ensure alignment with organizational policies and applicable regulatory standards. • Monitor program-level spending and financial performance, identifying variances and supporting follow-up actions as needed. • Support billing and other routine accounting transactions while learning detailed internal procedures quickly and accurately. • Contribute to audit readiness by organizing documentation and assisting with financial reviews tied to compliance, licensure, accreditation, and external reporting needs. • Provide payroll and benefits-related accounting support, including coordination on items connected to employee benefit programs. • Partner with cross-functional teams to address operational needs, share financial guidance, and support continuous improvement efforts.
2026-10-22T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Washington, DC
onsite
Temporary / Contract
32.3 - 37.4 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join an international banking organization on a Contract basis in Washington, District of Columbia. This role offers part-time hours of approximately 20 to 30 per week and supports essential accounting operations including payables, receivables, reconciliations, and month-end activities. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working in a collaborative team environment, with a flexible hybrid schedule that includes two days onsite. This opportunity is available for an immediate start. Responsibilities: • Manage the accounts payable cycle, including invoice coding, vendor coordination, and timely payment processing. • Support accounts receivable activities by tracking incoming payments and helping maintain accurate customer account records. • Prepare and review balance sheet reconciliations while assisting with monthly account analysis and issue resolution. • Contribute to the month-end close process by organizing supporting schedules, posting journal entries, and helping meet reporting deadlines. • Work closely with the senior accountant to complete a defined set of monthly reconciliations and maintain general ledger accuracy. • Assist with 1099-related processing and vendor documentation to support year-end reporting requirements. • Use Excel tools such as pivot tables and lookup functions to organize financial data, identify discrepancies, and improve reporting efficiency. • Provide support for payroll-related state compliance tasks as needed. • Help maintain continuity of accounting operations during a period of team transition and evolving staffing needs.
2026-10-23T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Baltimore, MD
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
65000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Staff Accountant to support revenue accounting and receivables activities for a nonprofit organization in Baltimore, Maryland. This position plays a key role in billing, collections, and cash application while partnering with internal teams to keep financial records accurate and revenues. The role also contributes to month-end close, audit preparation, and broader finance operations through cross-functional support. Responsibilities:• Prepare and distribute invoices for grant funding, donor commitments, and program-related revenue, ensuring billing details are accurate and complete.• Record incoming payments promptly and apply cash receipts correctly to outstanding balances across multiple revenue sources.• Track receivable activity, follow up on overdue amounts, and help maintain healthy collection cycles for the organization.• Reconcile revenue, contributions, and receivable balances by maintaining organized schedules and supporting documentation.• Partner with development and program staff to align financial data with fundraising and operational records.• Assist with monthly closing tasks by preparing journal entries, account reconciliations, and revenue-related analyses.• Provide documentation and account support required for audits and financial reporting in accordance with nonprofit accounting standards.• Offer backup assistance in other finance areas, including accounts payable processing, bank reconciliations, and cash management duties as needed.
2026-09-24T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Baltimore, MD
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
60000 - 65000 USD / Yearly
A 100+ year old mission-driven organization is seeking a Staff Accountant to support accounting operations, payroll accounting, benefits administration, and financial reporting. This role partners closely with Finance, Human Resources, external payroll providers, and benefits partners to ensure accurate financial reporting, compliance, and employee benefit administration.This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional who enjoys variety and wants exposure to both accounting and employee benefits operations.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Review payroll reports prepared by an external payroll provider and ensure accuracy and completeness</li><li>Prepare payroll-related journal entries and account reconciliations</li><li>Support month-end close and financial reporting activities</li><li>Analyze payroll and benefits data and investigate discrepancies</li><li>Coordinate administration of employee benefits programs, including medical, dental, vision, retirement, and FSA plans</li><li>Serve as a liaison with benefits brokers, payroll providers, and external vendors</li><li>Assist with ACA, HIPAA, and benefits compliance requirements</li><li>Support audits, reporting requirements, and special projects</li><li>Maintain confidentiality of employee and financial information</li></ul>Why This Opportunity?<ul><li>Hybrid work environment</li><li>Outstanding healthcare and retirement benefits</li><li>Generous PTO and paid holidays</li><li>Tuition reimbursement program</li><li>Collaborative, mission-focused culture</li><li>Opportunity to expand accounting, reporting, and benefits expertise</li></ul>
2026-09-25T00:00:00Z

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.
2026-10-16T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Washington, DC
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
85000 - 90000 USD / Yearly
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. Responsibilities:• Oversee the full cycle of accounting duties, including but not limited to, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll and general ledger management.• Prepare, analyze, and present monthly financial statements, budgets, and forecasts.• Conduct bank reconciliations, manage cash flow, and ensure accurate financial record-keeping.• Handle invoicing, bill payments, and expense reporting in a timely manner.• Collaborate with external accountants for tax preparation and annual audits.• Communicate effectively with vendors, project managers, designers, and clients on any issues around billing and invoicing.• Manage administrative and operational tasks of the office, including but not limited to, managing leases, insurance, supplies, equipment, and facility emails and files.• Maintain employee records, including attendance, benefits, and performance evaluations.• Address employee inquiries and resolve HR-related issues in accordance with labor laws and company policies.• Oversee day-to-day office operations, including supply management, equipment maintenance, and vendor relationships.• Provide administrative support to the leadership team as needed. Please reach out to Ian Gainor via LinkedIn if interested.
2026-10-21T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Owings Mills, MD
onsite
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.
2026-10-23T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Hauppauge, NY
remote
Permanent / Full Time
70000 - 80000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Staff Accountant to support day-to-day accounting operations for a mission-driven organization. This fully remote role is ideal for someone who can manage core accounting activities, maintain accurate financial records, and contribute to timely reporting. The position requires strong technical accounting knowledge, hands-on experience with multiple accounting platforms, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: • Maintain the general ledger by recording financial activity accurately and preparing routine journal entries. • Complete bank and account reconciliations on a regular basis to ensure balances are accurate and discrepancies are resolved quickly. • Support tax-related accounting tasks, including work tied to corporate tax matters and sales tax reporting. • Assist with the preparation of financial statements and internal reports by organizing and reviewing accounting data. • Use QuickBooks, Sage, and Excel to manage accounting records, analyze transactions, and improve reporting accuracy. • Review accounting documentation for completeness and compliance with established financial procedures. • Partner with internal stakeholders to address accounting questions and help keep month-end activities on schedule.
2026-10-21T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Hyattsville, MD
onsite
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.
2026-10-23T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Hunt Valley, MD
onsite
Temporary to Hire
40.85 - 43 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Staff Accountant to support core accounting operations and provide dependable financial insight for a growing organization in Maryland. This contract position with permanent potential is ideal for someone who can manage day-to-day accounting activities while helping maintain accurate reporting, compliance, and cash flow visibility. The role partners closely with internal stakeholders to oversee billing, payroll-related accounting, tax reporting, and month-end close activities in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities:• Oversee the full customer invoicing process, including account setup, invoice preparation, distribution, and follow-up on outstanding balances.• Monitor open projects and receivables, apply incoming payments accurately, and coordinate deposits to maintain current account records.• Lead recurring close activities by preparing accruals, reviewing revenue timing, recording payroll-related entries, and validating general ledger accuracy.• Produce weekly and monthly financial reports, analyze balance sheet and income statement activity, and highlight issues that require attention.• Prepare journal entries, reconcile general ledger accounts, and maintain schedules for items such as prepaid expenses, fixed assets, and loan amortization.• Support accounts payable and accounts receivable functions while helping improve billing practices and overall accounting efficiency.• Complete required tax and compliance filings, including sales tax, payroll tax, and other business-related reporting at the federal and state levels.• Review payroll output and assist with administration related to employee benefit programs, ensuring processes remain accurate even when managed through external providers.• Participate in financial review meetings, present key performance indicators such as cash outlook and outstanding receivables, and help resolve billing concerns with internal teams.
2026-10-23T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Baltimore, MD
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
65000 - 80000 USD / Yearly
Join a growing, high-performing organization where you'll gain exposure across multiple areas of accounting and finance while partnering with leaders throughout the business. This is an opportunity to build on a strong accounting foundation, contribute to process improvement initiatives, and play a key role in delivering accurate financial reporting in a collaborative environment. What You'll Be Doing<ul><li>Participate in the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting</li><li>Prepare and review journal entries, account analyses, and supporting documentation</li><li>Perform balance sheet reconciliations and investigate outstanding or unusual items</li><li>Analyze financial activity, identify trends and variances, and provide insight into key fluctuations</li><li>Support accounting for accruals, prepaid expenses, fixed assets, and other general ledger activities</li><li>Assist with payroll-related accounting and reconciliation activities</li><li>Partner with internal teams to support transactions across multiple business units and entities</li><li>Prepare schedules and supporting documentation for management reporting and financial analysis</li><li>Assist with cash reconciliations and treasury-related accounting functions</li><li>Support external audits, internal reviews, and compliance requirements</li><li>Help strengthen internal controls and maintain compliance with accounting policies and standards</li><li>Identify opportunities to streamline processes, improve efficiencies, and enhance reporting accuracy</li><li>Contribute to special projects, system enhancements, and other strategic accounting initiatives</li></ul>
2026-10-19T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant Costpoint

Bethesda, MD
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 105000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Staff Accountant Costpoint to support billing, project accounting, and contract administration for a government contractor based in Bethesda, Maryland. This hybrid role works closely with finance and program leadership to keep invoicing, project setup, and cost tracking accurate across a range of federal and commercial engagements. The position offers an opportunity to contribute to a growing organization while helping maintain strong compliance and financial controls. Responsibilities:• Interpret contract terms and coordinate with program leaders to confirm labor categories, subcontract details, funding limits, billing rules, and other invoicing requirements for multiple contract structures.• Establish new projects in Deltek Costpoint and maintain project records throughout the contract lifecycle to support accurate financial reporting and billing activity.• Develop and refine standard procedures for project setup, then partner with internal stakeholders to ensure those processes are followed consistently and remain compliant.• Track contract funding, review invoice activity, and identify issues that could affect billing accuracy or revenue recognition.• Partner with project managers to validate employee labor charges and resolve discrepancies that may impact project costing.• Record and monitor project expenses in alignment with applicable accounting guidance and contractual requirements.• Perform monthly reconciliations comparing billed and unbilled amounts to recorded revenue, researching and correcting variances as needed.• Prepare and process government invoices while supporting accounts receivable and other operational accounting tasks tied to contract performance. Interested candidates in this Staff Accountant role and other fulltime accounting and finance opportunities across the DC metro area, please send our resume to Justin Decker via LinkedIn
2026-09-25T00:00:00Z

Grant Accountant

Washington, DC
onsite
Temporary / Contract
40 - 45 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Grant Accountant/GL Accountant to support a contract in Washington, District of Columbia. In this role, you will be responsible for reconciling grant-related financial activities, ensuring compliance with funding guidelines, and supporting budget preparations. This is a two-month contract position requiring onsite work two days a week. Responsibilities:• Reconcile grant allocations to ensure they are assigned to the appropriate expense accounts and codes.• Investigate outstanding expenses and process reclassifications as necessary.• Review reclassified funds against grant budgets to verify compliance with funding requirements.• Collaborate with internal teams to analyze grant expenditures and provide necessary financial insights.• Maintain accurate financial records and documentation for grant-related transactions.• Utilize Intacct software to manage and streamline grant accounting processes.• Provide support during audits by preparing detailed reconciliations and reports.
2026-10-05T00:00:00Z

Accountant

Rockville, MD
onsite
Temporary / Contract
28 - 30 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accountant to support day-to-day financial operations for a long-term contract opportunity based in Rockville, Md. This position is ideal for an accounting specialist who is comfortable working on-site and managing core property accounting activities in a fast-paced environment. The role will focus on maintaining accurate financial records, supporting transaction processing, and using Yardi to help ensure reliable reporting and account oversight. Responsibilities:• Manage project and property-related cost tracking to help maintain accurate financial records and reporting.• Process vendor invoices, payment activity, and customer billing transactions with a high degree of accuracy.• Prepare and post journal entries while maintaining the integrity of the general ledger.• Complete bank and account reconciliations and investigate discrepancies in a timely manner.• Support accounts payable and accounts receivable functions to keep cash activity and outstanding balances current.• Use Yardi to record accounting activity, review financial data, and assist with routine reporting needs.• Partner with internal stakeholders through virtual meetings and ongoing communication to gather information and resolve accounting issues.
2026-10-26T00:00:00Z

Accountant

Riverdale, MD
onsite
Temporary / Contract
30 - 35 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accountant to support core accounting operations for a long-term contract opportunity based in Riverdale, Maryland. This role is ideal for someone who can keep financial records accurate, organized, and current while partnering with internal teams on daily accounting activities. The position will focus on maintaining ledgers, processing transactions, and ensuring reconciliations and entries are completed in a timely manner. Responsibilities: • Manage day-to-day accounting transactions across payables and receivables to maintain accurate financial records. • Prepare and post journal entries with appropriate supporting documentation and attention to reporting deadlines. • Reconcile bank activity regularly, investigate discrepancies, and resolve outstanding items promptly. • Maintain and review general ledger accounts to support completeness and accuracy of financial data. • Process vendor invoices and payment activity while helping ensure obligations are recorded correctly and on time. • Monitor incoming payments, apply cash receipts, and follow up on outstanding balances as needed. • Assist with month-end accounting tasks by organizing records and supporting account analysis. • Collaborate with internal stakeholders to address transaction issues and improve day-to-day accounting accuracy.
2026-10-21T00:00:00Z

Accountant

Belcamp, MD
onsite
Temporary / Contract
40.85 - 43 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accountant to support a growing organization in Maryland by leading core financial operations and helping maintain accurate, compliant reporting. This Long-term Contract position is well suited for a hands-on accounting specialist who can balance day-to-day transactional work with broader financial oversight. The role offers the opportunity to contribute across accounting, reporting, and selected administrative functions in a small, expanding business environment. Responsibilities:• Oversee daily accounting activities across billing, accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger maintenance, cost tracking, revenue recognition, and inventory-related accounting.• Prepare monthly financial results and distribute clear, timely statements that support business decision-making.• Lead budgeting efforts and assist with financial forecasting to help management plan effectively.• Coordinate required tax submissions and regulatory reports while maintaining compliance with local, state, and federal obligations.• Review accounting records and financial transactions to promote accuracy, consistency, and strong reporting standards.• Research accounting guidance and apply appropriate treatment to ensure adherence to relevant rules and policies.• Create, refine, and document accounting procedures that strengthen internal controls and improve operational efficiency.• Manage incoming and outgoing payment processes, including full ownership of accounts receivable and accounts payable workflows.• Provide support for HR-related administrative responsibilities as needed within the organization.
2026-10-26T00:00:00Z

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