<p>Are you a Senior Accountant or experienced Auditor withing a CPA firm looking to take your career to the next level within a dynamic and complex corporate finance environment? This is your opportunity to step into a high-impact role where you’ll collaborate with executive leadership, hone your financial reporting expertise, and contribute to organizational initiatives across departments. We are seeking a motivated Corporate Accounting Analyst to support the Chief Accounting Officer and Corporate Controller as a key member of the Finance team. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, values ownership and accountability, and is eager to grow into a leadership position.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><p><br></p><p>Financial Reporting & Analysis:</p><p>- Work with multi-layered, multi-division financial reporting structures, including approximately 50 subsidiaries, an expanding international footprint, and shared service centers.</p><p>- Perform intercompany eliminations, currency conversions, general ledger reconciliations, corporate allocations, and adjusting journal entries.</p><p>- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for internal and external purposes.</p><p>- Assist with annual financial audits and corporate tax preparation.</p><p>- Contribute to automation initiatives by working with internal programmers to streamline transactions, reporting, and reconciliations.</p><p><br></p><p>Budgeting, Forecasting, and Strategic Initiatives:</p><p>- Support corporate budgeting, forecasting, and controls, including analyzing and reporting on - revenue, overhead costs, cash flow, and staffing fluctuations.</p><p>- Partner with the Chief Accounting Officer and Corporate Controller to drive Finance Department initiatives, including internal control enhancements and the adoption of new accounting standards.</p><p>- Periodically participate in cross-departmental activities, such as HR, legal, and procurement initiatives.</p><p><br></p><p>Cross-Functional Collaboration:</p><p>- Communicate and coordinate effectively with operating divisions, corporate departments, and external financial partners.</p><p>- Contribute to finance department process improvements and strategic corporate initiatives.</p><p><br></p><p>Please apply directly to this post for consideration. If you have additional questions, please contact Lee Chernett, VP at Robert Half Finance & Accounting, via LinkedIn.</p>
<p>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. </p><p><br></p><p>Daily responsibilities of the Project Accountant include:</p><p><br></p><p>· Prepare financial statements.</p><p>· Assist with month-end close process.</p><p>· Reconcile various balance sheet accounts.</p><p>· Create various schedules and accounting for WIP.</p><p>· Post journal entries; including intercompany, etc.</p><p>· Assist with other ad hoc duties.</p>
<p>We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Accounting Specialist to join our finance team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for supporting daily accounting operations, maintaining accurate financial records, processing transactions, and assisting with month-end and year-end closing activities. This individual should have strong analytical skills, a high level of accuracy, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting deadlines.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions accurately and in a timely manner.</li><li>Review, verify, and reconcile invoices, expense reports, and payment records.</li><li>Perform bank, credit card, and general ledger reconciliations.</li><li>Maintain accurate financial records and supporting documentation.</li><li>Assist with month-end and year-end closing procedures.</li><li>Prepare journal entries and assist with general ledger maintenance.</li><li>Monitor outstanding invoices and assist with payment collections.</li><li>Support the preparation of financial statements, reports, and account schedules.</li><li>Investigate and resolve accounting discrepancies and billing issues.</li><li>Ensure compliance with company policies, internal controls, and applicable accounting procedures.</li><li>Assist with audits, tax documentation, and other financial reporting requirements.</li><li>Perform additional accounting and administrative duties as needed.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for an Accounting Clerk to support day-to-day financial operations for a growing government contractor in Fairfax, Virginia. This position is ideal for someone who is detail-oriented, organized, and confident managing a high volume of accounting transactions. The role focuses on maintaining accurate payables and receivables records, processing invoices efficiently, and using QuickBooks Online and Microsoft Excel to keep financial data current and reliable.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage routine accounts payable and accounts receivable activities to support accurate and timely financial operations.</p><p>• Review, enter, and process a large volume of invoices each week while ensuring coding and documentation are complete.</p><p>• Reconcile approximately 150 to 200 invoices weekly to confirm accuracy and resolve discrepancies promptly.</p><p>• Maintain current financial records in QuickBooks Online and update supporting data in Excel spreadsheets.</p><p>• Perform detailed data entry for accounting transactions while preserving consistency and accuracy across records.</p><p>• Investigate payment or billing issues, follow up on outstanding items, and help keep account balances aligned.</p><p>• Assist with periodic account reviews and provide administrative accounting support as needed by the finance team.</p>
We are looking for a dependable Accounting Clerk to support day-to-day financial and administrative operations for a contract position based in Annapolis Junction, Maryland. This opportunity is well suited for someone with practical bookkeeping experience who is confident handling routine accounting tasks with minimal supervision. The role requires a reliable, detail-oriented individual who is comfortable working in a quieter office setting, either independently or alongside a small team, while maintaining accuracy and organization throughout the workday.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process incoming invoices, verify details for accuracy, and assist with timely payment activities related to accounts payable.<br>• Support accounts receivable functions by recording payments, tracking outstanding balances, and helping maintain up-to-date customer account records.<br>• Enter financial and administrative information into QuickBooks and internal records with a high level of accuracy and consistency.<br>• Perform general bookkeeping support, including maintaining organized files, reconciling routine transactions, and reviewing entries for completeness.<br>• Provide administrative assistance to support daily office operations, including handling documentation and coordinating basic clerical tasks.<br>• Work closely with leadership on accounting-related assignments and help ensure financial records remain current and well organized.<br>• Manage responsibilities effectively in an environment where you may work independently for portions of the day or collaborate with a small onsite team.<br>• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism while supporting routine accounting and office functions on a Monday through Friday schedule.
<p>We are seeking a detail-oriented Accounting Clerk to support day-to-day financial operations and ensure accurate processing of accounting transactions. This role is responsible for maintaining financial records, reconciling accounts, processing invoices and payments, and assisting with month-end activities. The ideal candidate is organized, dependable, and comfortable working with accounting systems and spreadsheets.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions</li><li>Enter financial data into accounting systems with accuracy</li><li>Reconcile bank statements and general ledger accounts</li><li>Prepare and process invoices, expense reports, and payments</li><li>Maintain organized financial records and supporting documentation</li><li>Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities</li><li>Respond to internal and external inquiries regarding billing and payments</li><li>Support audits by providing requested documentation</li><li>Help identify and resolve discrepancies in financial records</li></ul><p><br></p>
We are looking for a Sr. Grant Accountant to join a Washington, District of Columbia-based organization in a Contract position supporting a significant federally funded initiative. This role will lead grant accounting and compliance activities for a multi-year award, with a strong focus on financial stewardship, regulatory adherence, and accurate reporting. The ideal candidate brings deep experience with federal grants, can operate independently with limited onboarding, and is comfortable advising leadership on financial and compliance matters.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct the accounting and compliance administration for a major federal grant and communicate key financial insights, risks, and recommendations to leadership.<br>• Manage the financial oversight of multiple international subawards, ensuring documentation, spending activity, and reporting align with grant requirements.<br>• Review invoices, reimbursement requests, and cost allocations to confirm accuracy, completeness, and allowability under federal guidelines.<br>• Track budgets and spending patterns, reconcile grant-related accounts, and help maintain reliable financial data throughout the grant lifecycle.<br>• Prepare and maintain organized grant files, supporting schedules, and records to strengthen audit readiness and internal control practices.<br>• Contribute to periodic financial reporting for grant-funded activity, ensuring submissions are timely and supported by accurate underlying data.<br>• Identify compliance gaps or process weaknesses and recommend practical improvements that support efficient grant administration.<br>• Support month-end accounting activities related to grant transactions, including journal entries, general ledger review, and account reconciliation.
<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>
<p>We are looking for an accomplished financial executive to provide onsite leadership for a Long-term Contract opportunity in Baltimore, Maryland. This role is well suited for an experienced, detail-oriented individual who can guide budgeting, accounting, payroll, procurement, and compliance activities in a public sector or similarly regulated setting. The selected leader will help maintain strong fiscal oversight, support reporting obligations, and ensure day-to-day financial operations run effectively during this extended assignment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead the planning, development, and administration of the operating budget while aligning financial priorities with departmental needs.</p><p>• Review spending activity, authorize appropriate expenditures, and produce clear budget status updates for leadership review.</p><p>• Oversee core fiscal functions, including accounting operations, purchasing activity, payment processing, and payroll administration.</p><p>• Maintain oversight of financial controls tied to grant-supported programs to promote compliance and proper use of funds.</p><p>• Establish and refine fiscal procedures, documentation, and internal forms to strengthen accuracy and consistency across operations.</p><p>• Direct, mentor, and evaluate finance, administrative, and support personnel to ensure effective team performance.</p><p>• Prepare and deliver financial statements and other required submissions for city, state, and federal stakeholders.</p><p>• Coordinate audit support activities by compiling records, responding to inquiries, and assisting with reviews.</p>
<p>A reputable firm in Gaithersburg is seeking a bookkeeper to work in their office. </p><p> </p><p>Duties include: </p><ul><li>processing accounts payable and accounts receivable</li><li>managing bank reconciliations</li><li>payroll processing</li><li>posting journal entries. </li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p>
<p>We are seeking a detail-oriented Bookkeeper to manage day-to-day financial transactions, maintain accurate records, and support overall accounting operations. The ideal candidate will have experience handling accounts payable and receivable, reconciling accounts, processing payroll, and preparing financial reports. </p><p> Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Maintain accurate financial records and general ledger entries. </li><li>Process accounts payable and accounts receivable. </li><li>Reconcile bank, credit card, and other balance sheet accounts. </li><li>Assist with payroll processing and related reporting. </li><li>Prepare financial statements and other internal reports. </li><li>Monitor cash flow and support budgeting activities. </li><li>Ensure compliance with company policies and accounting procedures. </li><li>Use accounting software and spreadsheets to manage data efficiently</li></ul><p><br></p>
We are looking for a detail-oriented Bookkeeper to support day-to-day financial operations for our team in Baltimore, Maryland. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys maintaining accurate records, managing key accounting processes, and ensuring transactions are completed efficiently. The successful candidate will bring strong organizational skills, sound judgment, and hands-on experience with core bookkeeping functions.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Maintain accurate financial records by recording daily transactions and keeping ledgers up to date.<br>• Process vendor invoices and payments while ensuring accounts payable activity is tracked correctly and completed on time.<br>• Manage customer billing, post incoming payments, and follow up on outstanding balances as part of accounts receivable support.<br>• Reconcile bank accounts and investigate discrepancies to preserve the accuracy of financial data.<br>• Use QuickBooks to enter, organize, and review accounting information for routine reporting and record maintenance.<br>• Assist with payroll-related bookkeeping tasks and help ensure supporting financial documentation is complete and organized.<br>• Prepare financial information for review by compiling records, verifying entries, and resolving inconsistencies when needed.
<p>We are looking for a Bookkeeper to support an organization through accurate financial recordkeeping and reliable day-to-day accounting support. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who can manage core bookkeeping functions, maintain organized financial documentation, and contribute to smooth monthly and annual accounting activities. The role works across payroll, receivables, payables, and reporting processes while helping uphold strong financial controls and high accounting standards.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Maintain complete and accurate financial records for the organization, ensuring transactions are recorded in alignment with accepted accounting practices.</p><p>• Process and enter accounting activity related to payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and recurring financial transactions.</p><p>• Prepare journal entries and supporting schedules for month-end close activities and help keep reporting timelines on track.</p><p>• Reconcile accounts and review financial data for accuracy, completeness, and consistency across the general ledger.</p><p>• Support annual audit preparation by organizing documentation, assembling work papers, and responding to auditor information requests.</p><p>• Help preserve effective fiscal and administrative controls by following established procedures and identifying discrepancies when they arise.</p><p>• Update and maintain accounting process documentation so procedures remain clear, current, and accessible.</p><p>• Assist internal teams with accounting system support and contribute to additional finance-related projects as needed.</p>
We are looking for a detail-focused Bookkeeper to support daily financial activities and administrative coordination for a team in Baltimore, Maryland. This contract opportunity with permanent potential is well suited for someone who enjoys working independently in a contract to permanent capacity, brings strong numerical accuracy, and can make sound coding decisions after learning the business. The ideal candidate is comfortable balancing bookkeeping tasks with operational support while maintaining organized, reliable records. <br> Responsibilities: • Maintain day-to-day financial records in QuickBooks Online and keep entries current and accurate. • Review a small volume of daily transactions and assign the appropriate general ledger classifications. • Assist with payroll activities on a biweekly schedule for a workforce of approximately 22 employees. • Record employee benefits-related billing and post supporting journal entries with proper account allocation. • Examine general ledger activity to confirm accounts reconcile correctly and balances clear as expected. • Build and update spreadsheets used for financial tracking, reporting, and account support. • Provide assistance with certified payroll processes and learn related requirements through training as needed. • Handle procurement-related administrative work and communicate with vendors to resolve invoice or documentation issues. • Contribute to additional administrative and operational duties while helping identify more efficient workflows.
We are looking for a Bookkeeper to join a nonprofit organization in Towson, Maryland and help keep day-to-day financial activities accurate, organized, and on schedule. This contract opportunity with permanent potential is ideal for someone who is confident handling payroll-related bookkeeping, account reconciliation, and routine accounting support in a mission-driven environment. The person in this role will contribute to reliable reporting, timely payroll processing, and smooth month-end financial operations while maintaining strict confidentiality.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage biweekly or semi-monthly payroll processing with close attention to accuracy, deadlines, and applicable federal, state, and local requirements.<br>• Review payroll activity in detail by reconciling earnings, benefit withholdings, taxes, garnishments, and related ledger postings.<br>• Balance payroll-related liability and accrual accounts, including wages, payroll taxes, employee benefits, and earned time off balances.<br>• Maintain current and accurate payroll records for staff changes such as onboarding, departures, pay adjustments, and direct deposit updates.<br>• Support core bookkeeping functions by assisting with accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank account reconciliation, and general ledger upkeep.<br>• Prepare routine journal entries tied to payroll, benefits, and other recurring financial transactions.<br>• Contribute to month-end and year-end close activities through account review, documentation gathering, and audit support.<br>• Assist with financial reporting, budget monitoring, and grant-related reporting needs as requested.<br>• Address employee payroll questions promptly and professionally while protecting sensitive financial and personnel information.
<p>Our client, a highly visible non-profit organization with national operations and a meaningful and enduring mission, is searching for their new CFO. Reporting to their President, the CFO will be a key member of the Executive Team. The CFO will lead and manage financial strategy as well as all day-to-day finance and accounting operations. This critical CFO position will also work with the executive team to execute the organization’s strategic planning processes and lead the evolution of finance and accounting and related systems to support organizational growth and mitigate risk. The core duties for this fulfilling and challenging CFO role will include:</p><p> </p><p>• Partner closely with the President and executive team regarding financial strategy</p><p>• Responsibility for the day-to-day finance and accounting functions as well as leadership of their large finance and accounting team</p><p>• Collaborate with executive officers and senior staff to plan the overall financial strategy of the organization.</p><p>• Responsible for the financial planning for all finances and assets, including developing investment strategies, budgeting, risk management, and financial analysis.</p><p>• Managing cash forecasting and management as well as oversee the annual budgeting process and annual audit</p><p>• Leading the strategic financial planning and analysis effort as well as provide analysis and guidance to the executive team</p><p>• Working closely with the executive team on tracking organizational performance against strategic goals</p><p>• Oversee the organization's financial regulatory compliance with agencies such as the Department of Labor and the Internal Revenue Service</p><p>• Managing the preparation and presentation of financial reports, projections and analyses to the executive team, Board and other pertinent audiences</p><p>• Leading the financial evaluation and due diligence of potential growth opportunities in consultation with the executive team and the Board</p><p>• Managing the relationships with financial institutions, investment advisors and other outside consultants</p><p>• Serving as liaison for financial issues to the executive team and participating in regular Board and committee meetings</p><p>• Overseeing compliance in all aspects of the organization – including contract review, reporting requirements, business licenses and audits</p><p>• Providing financial oversight and perspective on contracts which the organization may enter</p><p><br></p><p>Your base pay will depend on your skills, experience and training, knowledge, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. </p><p>Our client offers medical benefits as part of their overall compensation package in addition to other robust benefits.</p><p> </p><p>Please respond in confidence to Raj Khanna, Senior Vice President at Robert Half for immediate consideration for this fast-moving opportunity or one of our other leadership</p><p>openings in the Washington, DC Metro area.</p><p> </p>
<p>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.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• 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.</p><p>• Establish new projects in Deltek Costpoint and maintain project records throughout the contract lifecycle to support accurate financial reporting and billing activity.</p><p>• Develop and refine standard procedures for project setup, then partner with internal stakeholders to ensure those processes are followed consistently and remain compliant.</p><p>• Track contract funding, review invoice activity, and identify issues that could affect billing accuracy or revenue recognition.</p><p>• Partner with project managers to validate employee labor charges and resolve discrepancies that may impact project costing.</p><p>• Record and monitor project expenses in alignment with applicable accounting guidance and contractual requirements.</p><p>• Perform monthly reconciliations comparing billed and unbilled amounts to recorded revenue, researching and correcting variances as needed.</p><p>• Prepare and process government invoices while supporting accounts receivable and other operational accounting tasks tied to contract performance.</p><p><br></p><p>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</p>
<p>My client is looking for a Tax Manager to assist with their operations based in Alexandria, VA. This is a role within the public accounting industry and Tax Manager will assist with tax preparation, projects, research and analysis for high-net-worth individuals, estates and trusts. The ideal Tax Manager for this role will be responsible for calculating quarterly tax payments, analyzing state and local tax returns, updating tax portfolios, tax research, sustaining knowledge of technical issues and assisting with tasks as needed. This organization has a great team to work with, excellent benefits; including medical and dental, along with great work-life balance. </p><p><br></p><p>Daily responsibilities of the Tax Manager include:</p><p><br></p><p>· Prepare high net worth individual tax returns.</p><p>· Analyze state and local filing requirements.</p><p>· Calculate quarterly tax payments.</p><p>· Prepare and update tax portfolios.</p><p>· Assist with tax research.</p><p>· Assist with other ad hoc duties.</p>
<p>We are looking for a Project Finance Manager to join a growing renewable energy organization in Northern Virginia. This role will help secure and execute capital solutions across a portfolio of community solar, distributed generation, solar-plus-storage, and standalone storage assets. The position offers the opportunity to work closely with internal teams and external financing partners to advance projects from development through closing.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead support for financing activities involving sponsor equity, tax equity, joint venture equity, and debt facilities for renewable energy projects.</p><p>• Build, refine, and manage detailed financial models used to evaluate transaction structures, project returns, and investment scenarios.</p><p>• Coordinate multiple transactions simultaneously, guiding each opportunity through diligence, documentation, negotiation, and financial close.</p><p>• Partner with development, origination, operations, and legal colleagues to align financing requirements with project execution plans.</p><p>• Assist in structuring commercial terms for solar and energy storage investments to support portfolio growth and capital deployment.</p><p>• Analyze project economics, funding assumptions, and risk factors to inform decision-making across development and acquisition efforts.</p>
<p><strong>Senior Tax Accountant / Experienced Tax Preparer </strong></p><p><strong>Focus:</strong> High-Net-Worth Individuals & Trusts</p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Reston, VA | Hybrid schedule with 3 days onsite per week</p><p>A well-established wealth management and advisory organization is seeking an experienced <strong>Senior Tax Accountant or Experienced Tax Preparer</strong> to support its growing tax practice serving <strong>high-net-worth individuals, trusts, executives, endowments, and complex personal planning clients</strong>.</p><p>This is an excellent opportunity for a tax professional who enjoys both <strong>hands-on return preparation and high-level tax research</strong>, while working closely with financial planners in a collaborative, client-focused environment.</p><p>What You’ll Do</p><ul><li>Prepare and review <strong>individual and trust income tax returns</strong></li><li>Support tax planning efforts for high-net-worth clients</li><li>Calculate <strong>quarterly estimated tax payments</strong></li><li>Research tax laws, IRS guidance, and return positions</li><li>Assist with responses to <strong>tax notices and examinations</strong></li><li>Partner with financial planners on tax projections and planning strategies</li><li>Contribute to the tax portion of comprehensive personal financial plans</li><li>Help train and support seasonal tax preparers</li><li>Prepare educational materials on new tax legislation, planning concepts, and practice developments</li><li>Assist with special tax and planning projects as needed</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p>
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Staff Accountant to support a real estate portfolio from our McLean, Virginia office. This position focuses on producing timely financial reporting, maintaining accurate records, and coordinating closely with internal teams to meet monthly and quarterly obligations. The ideal candidate brings strong general ledger knowledge, sharp analytical skills, and a disciplined approach to reconciliations, reporting, and deadline-driven accounting work.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Compile owner reporting packages each month and ensure submissions are completed according to established reporting deadlines.<br>• Review general ledger activity, identify inconsistencies, and prepare or recommend reclassifications to improve financial accuracy.<br>• Partner with project management teams on recurring reporting needs, including quarterly deliverables and journal entry adjustments.<br>• Produce lender compliance reporting and supporting schedules on both a monthly and quarterly basis.<br>• Develop and maintain detailed distribution schedules and portfolio-level financial workbooks for assigned entities.<br>• Complete weekly and month-end bank reconciliations for each property and support cash reporting and closing activities.<br>• Calculate management fees using designated accounting platforms and supporting spreadsheet models.<br>• Assemble lender draw documentation and submit complete packages in line with loan covenant requirements.<br>• Support the annual budgeting process by preparing accounting assumptions for taxes, insurance, fees, reserves, escrows, and amortization schedules.<br>• Review and approve invoices regularly, coordinate payments with accounts payable, and assist with additional accounting projects as needed.
<p>My client, a large construction industry leader is looking for an Accounting Manager to join their growing team. This position offers challenging work, a strong team of some of the best and brightest to partner with, competitive compensation and excellent quality of life and benefits. <strong>If you are a CPA looking to improve your situation email Jim Meade at Robert Half right away or connect with me on LinkedIn.</strong></p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Review Job Costing to ensure GAAP compliance.</p><p>• Compare actual performance with anticipated results, making necessary financial amendments as required.</p><p>• Compile audit paperwork when needed.</p><p>• Examine periodic job cost reports, spot check cost activities, create budgets and semi-annual forecasts, and discern variances.</p><p>• Communicate with project managers to troubleshoot issues and enhance decision-making process.</p><p>• Manage and direct the operations of the accounting team, serving as a mentor to develop their abilities and foster professional progression.</p><p>• Work alongside project management to gather estimates and distribute prompt monitoring reports to project managers and other corporate leaders.</p><p>• Ensure adherence to GAAP, firm policies, and contractual obligations.</p><p>• Oversee a reliable internal control system.</p>
<p>My client is a large private equity backed government contractor in search of an accomplished accounting operations/shared services leader to oversee core transactional teams and strengthen performance across payroll, payables, and receivables. This position is suited for someone who combines strong people leadership with a practical approach to improving workflows, reporting, and internal controls. The ideal candidate brings experience supporting government-related customers, navigating integrated finance platforms, and partnering across departments to enhance accuracy, speed, and accountability.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct and coach teams responsible for payroll, accounts payable, billing, collections, and cash application, while setting clear goals and reinforcing high standards of execution.</p><p>• Monitor day-to-day performance across accounting operations by establishing meaningful metrics, analyzing trends, and preparing reporting that supports leadership decisions.</p><p>• Safeguard the quality and timeliness of invoicing, payment processing, and receivables activity through disciplined oversight and adherence to established controls.</p><p>• Identify inefficiencies in transaction workflows and implement process enhancements that decrease manual work, shorten turnaround times, and improve consistency.</p><p>• Work closely with sales, order operations, and other business partners to strengthen billing inputs, reduce discrepancies, and limit issues that delay collections.</p><p>• Support the monthly close process by ensuring subledger activity is complete, exceptions are addressed promptly, and operational records are ready for reconciliation.</p><p>• Maintain a strong compliance environment by upholding documentation standards, reinforcing policy alignment, and assisting with audit-related requests.</p><p>• Collaborate with accounting, HR, IT, FP&A, and other stakeholders to improve coordination across interconnected processes and drive broader operational effectiveness.</p><p>• Take on additional projects and operational priorities as business needs evolve.</p>
<p><strong>Accounting Manager | Reston, VA (on-site) | $120-130K+15% bonus target</strong></p><p>Are you a public accounting firm<strong>-trained accounting professional</strong> ready to take the next step into a high-impact leadership role? We are seeking an <strong>Accounting Manager</strong> to join a high-performing corporate accounting team and help drive operational excellence, strong financial reporting, and continuous process improvement. This is an outstanding opportunity for someone who combines a strong technical accounting foundation with leadership ability, business partnership skills, and a passion for building and developing teams. Reporting to the Accounting Director, this role will lead the operational accounting function, oversee close and reporting activities, and play a key role in strengthening controls, improving processes, and supporting audit readiness.</p><p>Why This Role Stands Out</p><ul><li>Excellent fit for professionals with a <strong>Big 4 or large regional public accounting background</strong></li><li>High-visibility role with leadership responsibility and direct exposure to senior accounting leadership</li><li>Opportunity to influence <strong>process improvements</strong>, team development, and accounting operations</li><li>Strong mix of <strong>technical accounting, financial reporting, internal controls, and people leadership</strong></li><li>Join a respected, growth-oriented organization with a strong track record of internal promotion and long-term career development</li></ul><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Lead, coach, and develop the operational accounting team, creating an engaging and high-performance environment</li><li>Coordinate and execute the <strong>month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close</strong> processes to ensure timely, accurate, and high-quality financial reporting</li><li>Prepare and analyze management reporting to support business insight and decision-making</li><li>Identify and implement <strong>process improvements</strong> that enhance efficiency, accuracy, and scalability across accounting operations</li><li>Support the design, implementation, and maintenance of <strong>internal controls over financial reporting (ICFR)</strong></li><li>Help ensure compliance with company policies, regulatory requirements, and financial reporting standards</li><li>Partner with internal and external auditors and manage audit requests, deliverables, and communications</li><li>Research and evaluate <strong>technical accounting matters</strong> and support sound accounting conclusions</li></ul><p><br></p>