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Accounting Specialist

Reston, VA
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Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 110000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an Accounting Specialist to join a defense software organization in Reston, Virginia. This role supports core accounting operations by managing close activities, analyzing financial results, and helping maintain accurate reporting across the business. The position works closely with finance partners and operating teams to address accounting matters, strengthen controls, and improve the efficiency of recurring processes. Responsibilities: • Manage designated portions of the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close by preparing entries, reconciling accounts, and assembling analysis to support reported balances. • Evaluate changes in balance sheet and income statement activity, identify underlying business drivers, and communicate findings in a clear and organized manner. • Build working knowledge of assigned accounting cycles, including related operational workflows, financial risks, and key control points. • Interpret and apply relevant U.S. accounting guidance for standard and more complex transactions, documenting conclusions where needed. • Collaborate with FP&A, Tax, Treasury, Financial Reporting, and business stakeholders to resolve accounting questions and support ongoing financial operations. • Assist with the preparation of financial statements, management reports, audit schedules, and materials requested by internal and external reviewers. • Contribute to internal control compliance efforts through documentation updates, testing support, remediation follow-up, and identification of control weaknesses or errors. • Recommend and support process enhancements that improve accuracy, shorten close timelines, and increase efficiency across accounting activities. • Maintain accounting policies, procedural documentation, and reference materials while serving as a knowledgeable resource for team members and cross-functional partners. • Participate in special assignments and other accounting initiatives while ensuring deliverables are completed accurately and on schedule with limited supervision.
2026-09-24T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Specialist

Washington, DC
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Permanent / Full Time
75000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to support a dynamic finance team in Washington, District of Columbia. This position plays an important role in managing vendor payments, tracking project-related costs, and maintaining accurate financial records for operating and construction-related expenses. The ideal candidate brings strong judgment, careful attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively with internal stakeholders in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment. Responsibilities: • Process and examine invoices to confirm completeness, accuracy, and proper approval before payment is released. • Enter accounts payable transactions into the accounting system and validate general ledger coding and cost allocations. • Reconcile corporate card activity and bank transactions, investigating discrepancies and resolving outstanding items promptly. • Coordinate check preparation and secure required authorizations to ensure timely and compliant disbursements. • Prepare account reconciliations and supporting schedules for month-end close, audit requests, and recurring financial reporting needs. • Administer vendor onboarding activities, maintain supplier records, and help ensure documentation remains current and organized. • Partner with department leaders to align payment activity with budgets, forecasts, and project spending expectations. • Contribute to procurement system upkeep and support improvements that strengthen financial reporting and operational efficiency. • Assist finance leadership with ad hoc analysis and participate in cross-functional efforts to address process gaps. • Provide support for year-end vendor reporting requirements, including activities related to 1099 preparation.
2026-10-05T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Specialist

Baltimore, MD
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Temporary to Hire
23.75 - 27.5 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to join a non-profit organization in Baltimore, Maryland in a contract capacity with the potential for a long-term opportunity. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented accounting specialist who can manage invoice processing, vendor payments, and expense reimbursements with accuracy and consistency. The position supports day-to-day payables operations while partnering with internal teams to maintain strong purchasing controls, organized records, and timely month-end activities. Responsibilities: • Manage end-to-end accounts payable activities, including reviewing invoices for accuracy, matching documentation, and entering vouchers in alignment with purchasing guidelines. • Prepare and process weekly payment runs, including checks and ACH transactions, while ensuring disbursements are completed accurately and on schedule. • Monitor recurring vendor obligations and maintain payment tracking schedules to help ensure monthly invoices are settled by their due dates. • Review accounts payable aging reports each month, investigate outstanding balances, and follow up on unresolved items to clear overdue invoices. • Process Concur expense batches and support timely employee reimbursements while assisting users with questions related to expense submissions and travel matters. • Maintain vendor and merchant records by updating account details as needed and preserving accurate information within the payables system. • Oversee purchase order administration by confirming required approvals, updating logs, maintaining records, and communicating PO status and remaining balances to staff. • Keep accounts payable files, supporting documentation, policy references, and procedural materials organized and current, including annual 1099 preparation. • Assist with monthly close activities by preparing journal entries, updating schedules, and completing account reconciliations as assigned.
2026-10-14T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Specialist

Bethesda, MD
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Temporary to Hire
23.75 - 27.5 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to join a waste and environmental services organization in Bethesda, Maryland. This contract opportunity is ideal for someone who brings strong full-cycle accounts payable experience and enjoys working in a structured, on-site setting. The person in this role will help keep vendor payments accurate, timely, and well-documented while supporting daily accounting operations. Responsibilities: • Manage the full accounts payable cycle, from receiving invoices through final payment processing and record maintenance. • Review invoices for accuracy, assign proper general ledger coding, and ensure expenses are entered in the correct accounts. • Process vendor payments through ACH and check runs while following internal controls and established deadlines. • Reconcile payable records, research discrepancies, and work with internal teams or vendors to resolve outstanding issues. • Maintain accurate documentation for approvals, payment activity, and vendor account updates within the accounting system. • Use Lawson to enter, track, and monitor accounts payable transactions and related financial data. • Support audit readiness by organizing payment records and ensuring transactions are properly documented and easy to retrieve.
2026-09-30T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Specialist

Odenton, MD
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Permanent / Full Time
55000 - 65000 USD / Yearly
We’re currently seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to join our team in Odenton, Maryland. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is detail-oriented, organized, and enjoys taking ownership of the AP process from start to finish. This is a direct-hire opportunity that offers full-benefits and great work-life balance. If interested, please apply to this posting or contact Cody Marshall at Robert Half. What You’ll Do<ul><li>Manage the full accounts payable process, including invoice entry, coding, matching, and payment processing</li><li>Review invoices for accuracy and ensure proper approvals are obtained</li><li>Process a high volume of invoices while maintaining accuracy and meeting deadlines</li><li>Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies</li><li>Communicate with vendors regarding invoices, payments, and account inquiries</li><li>Assist with monthly closing activities and AP reconciliations</li><li>Maintain accurate vendor records and payment documentation</li><li>Assist with 1099 preparation and other year-end AP responsibilities</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve AP processes and efficiency</li></ul>
2026-10-16T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Specialist

Columbia, MD
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Temporary / Contract
23.75 - 30 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to join a busy team in Columbia, Maryland on a Contract basis. This onsite opportunity is ideal for someone who is comfortable working through high-volume invoice activity, detailed reconciliations, and manual matching in a fast-moving environment. The initial assignment is expected to last three months, with the possibility of longer-term opportunities for a strong performer. Responsibilities:• Process accounts payable transactions accurately in a high-volume setting while maintaining organized records and timely follow-through.• Review freight and inventory-related invoices, ensuring proper coding and supporting documentation before payment is released.• Perform detailed two-way and three-way matching for purchase orders, receipts, and invoices, especially for inventory purchases.• Handle manual reconciliation work to resolve discrepancies, tie out supporting details, and clear outstanding items in the backlog.• Prepare and assist with check runs while confirming payment information is complete and aligned with internal controls.• Work closely with internal teams to clarify invoice details, quantity conversions, unit differences, and other manufacturing-related billing questions.• Contribute to the smooth operation of the AP function in an onsite, deadline-driven environment that requires strong attention to detail.
2026-10-20T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Specialist

Rockville, MD
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Temporary / Contract
25 - 30 USD / Hourly
A large company in Rockville is seeking an Accounts Payable specialist to work in their corporate office. Duties include:<ul><li>Coding, matching, batching, and entering invoices into SAP</li><li>Cutting checks</li><li>Handling vendor inquiries</li><li>Processing 1099’s</li><li>Reconciliations</li></ul>
2026-10-06T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Specialist

Mclean, VA
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Permanent / Full Time
70000 - 80000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to support day-to-day payment operations for a professional services firm in the Washington, D.C. area. This role is ideal for someone who is organized, accurate, and comfortable handling a steady volume of invoices while maintaining strong financial controls. The position plays an important part in keeping the accounting cycle on track through timely processing, careful review, and reliable follow-through. Responsibilities:• Review incoming invoices for accuracy, assign the proper accounting codes, and enter them into the payables workflow.• Process vendor invoices in a timely manner while verifying supporting documentation and resolving routine discrepancies.• Prepare and complete scheduled check runs and other payment activities in alignment with internal deadlines.• Maintain weekly accounts payable activity to ensure obligations are recorded and paid according to agreed terms.• Reconcile payable records and assist with month-end tasks that support the broader accounting cycle.• Communicate with vendors and internal teams to answer payment questions and address invoice-related issues.• Monitor outstanding items, follow up on approvals, and help keep payment processing current and organized. All interested candidates in Accounts Payable Specialist role and other full-time opportunities in accounting operations across the Washington, D.C. area please send your resume to Justin Decker via LinkedIn.
2026-10-10T00:00:00Z

Accounting Clerk

Laurel, MD
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Permanent / Full Time
60000 - 70000 USD / Yearly
We are seeking a dependable, organized, and detail-oriented Accounting Clerk to support our accounting and administrative operations. This position will assist with accounts payable (AP), customer billing, payroll processing support, and front desk responsibilities. The ideal candidate is comfortable handling multiple priorities, maintaining accurate financial records, communicating professionally with customers and vendors, and providing general office support. This role requires strong organizational skills, discretion when handling confidential information, and a customer-service-oriented attitude. Responsibilities:• Process vendor invoices, match supporting documentation, and prepare payments in a timely and accurate manner.• Record customer payments, update account balances, and assist with monitoring outstanding receivables.• Enter financial data into accounting systems with a high level of accuracy and consistency.• Maintain organized records for invoices, payment activity, and related accounting documents.• Reconcile account information and identify discrepancies for follow-up and resolution.• Support routine accounting activities by updating reports and assisting with transaction tracking.• Use QuickBooks to manage daily bookkeeping tasks and keep financial information current.
2026-10-19T00:00:00Z

Accounting Clerk

Beltsville, MD
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Permanent / Full Time
80000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
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. Key Responsibilities<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>
2026-10-19T00:00:00Z

Accounting Clerk

Brentwood, MD
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Temporary / Contract
21 - 23 USD / Hourly
A Local service company is seeking an accounting/administrative clerk for an in-office opportunity in Brentwood.Duties include<ul><li>entry of accounts payable and receivable</li><li>filing</li><li>data entry</li><li>customer service</li><li>ordering supplies</li></ul>
2026-10-14T00:00:00Z

Accounting Manager

Washington, DC
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Permanent / Full Time
120000 - 160000 USD / Yearly
Our client, a prominent national real estate investment and development organization based in Washington, D.C., is looking for their new Accounting Manager. They have over $5B invested and are looking to scale up their accounting foundation to include a new real estate fund. They have a long-standing reputation and a track record of managing investments across dozens of high-profile properties. This role is ideal for someone with solid commercial real estate fund accounting expertise who thrives in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial setting. Reporting to the Controller and overseeing a staff, you will build out frameworks and drive best practices for fund and property-level accounting. You will also work across other business lines as operational needs evolve. In this exciting new Accounting Manager role, you will: • Manage capital accounting, execution of capital calls and distributions, and investor allocations for both fund and investment vehicles.• Calculate complex fund distribution models including comprehensive waterfall structures as outlined by partnership agreements• Prepare fund-level GAAP financial statements on a fair value basis in accordance with ASC 946, ASC 820 and ASC 842• Develop periodic investor and fund performance reports—helping deliver timely and accurate NAV statements, fair value analysis, and fund financials• Supervise preparation of general ledgers, including accurate recording of tenant billings, recoveries, and adherence to current lease accounting standards.• Provide financial support for property/asset managers, including budget preparation, variance investigation, and periodic reforecasting.• Prepare consolidated financial reports at the fund level in line with U.S. GAAP, ensuring compliance with fair value measurement and investment company guidance.• Oversee audit preparations and submissions, respond to information requests from audit teams, and coordinate closely with external advisors.• Support completion of lender compliance deliverables and institutional investor due diligence.• Direct and mentor staff accountants, providing technical training and oversight related to fund accounting and the firm’s accounting systems.• Design and enhance accounting policies, workflows, and financial controls to meet SEC-registered investment manager standards.• Partner across departments to advance accounting and reporting initiatives for other verticals, including multifamily and opportunistic asset classes. Your base pay will depend on your skills, experience and training, knowledge, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. Our client offers medical benefits as part of their overall compensation package in addition to other robust benefits. Please forward your resume in confidence to Raj Khanna, Senior Vice President at Robert Half for consideration for this or one of our other immediate openings in the Washington, DC area.
2026-10-16T00:00:00Z

Senior Accountant

Gaithersburg, MD
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Temporary / Contract
30 - 40 USD / Hourly
A large financial service firm in Gaithersburg is looking for a Senior Accountant Responsibilities include: <ul><li>Preparing financial statements</li><li>Maintaining and reconciling accounts</li><li>Preparing month/year-end close</li><li>Assisting with budgeting and forecasting</li><li>Ensuring all accounting tasks and financial records comply with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).</li></ul>
2026-10-06T00:00:00Z

Senior Accountant

Columbia, MD
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Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 105000 USD / Yearly
HYBRID WORK OPPORTUNITY FOR A SENIOR ACCOUNTANT IN THE COLUMBIA AREA!!ONLY IN THE OFFICE 1-2 DAYS A WEEK AFTER A TRAINING PERIOD! Robert Half has partnered with a long-time and reputable client to hire a Senior Accountant to join their accounting team! Successful candidates will need to be capable of rising to a variety of challenges while juggling multiple components of month-end close. Your duties will require preparing journal entries, assisting with monthly and year-end closings, bank reconciliations, fixed asset maintenance, and general ledger reconciliations. In this role, you will perform various internal reporting during the monthly close, participate in compliance, review schedules, and oversee an accounting clerk responsible for payables and billing. Tenured staff, great mentorship, excellent hours, hybrid work schedule, free parking, and fantastic benefits make this all an attractive opportunity to apply for!! How will you make an impact:- Produce journal entries and perform the month end close under minimal supervision- Manage schedules for capital lease and monthly payments- Thorough experience with month end balance sheet account reconciliations- Assemble journal entries and thorough account reconciliations- Support the month end, quarter end and year end closing process by preparing monthly financial close workbooks- Take part in various department-wide initiatives- Oversee, motivate and counsel assigned staff- Ad hoc reporting and performing special projects upon request This is a fantastic opportunity where you will have a diverse workload, get to do both the accounting & finance function, and gain supervisory experience! An opportunity not to be missed! Apply immediately to Tracy Kaszuba on LinkedIn, or to Tracy.Kaszuba at RobertHalf.
2026-09-25T00:00:00Z

Senior Accountant

Baltimore, MD
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Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
A growing real estate investment and development organization is seeking a Senior Accountant to support the accounting and financial reporting of a diverse portfolio of joint ventures, commercial real estate investments, development projects, and investment entities.This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional with either commercial real estate accounting experience or a public accounting background focused on real estate clients. The role offers exposure to complex ownership structures, investor reporting, capital events, consolidations, and partnership accounting while working closely with Asset Management and executive leadership. If you are interested in learning more about this opportunity email Jim Meade at Robert Half right away or connect with him on LinkedIn.Why This Opportunity Stands Out<ul><li>Exposure to sophisticated commercial real estate and investment structures</li><li>Work closely with Asset Management and investment professionals</li><li>Opportunity to gain experience with joint ventures, capital events, and investor reporting</li><li>Broad accounting exposure beyond traditional property accounting</li><li>Collaborative team environment with strong professional development opportunities</li><li>Competitive compensation and benefits package</li></ul>Key ResponsibilitiesFinancial Reporting & Analysis<ul><li>Review and analyze financial reporting for a portfolio of commercial real estate investments and joint ventures</li><li>Prepare and record journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules</li><li>Perform variance analysis and investigate financial reporting discrepancies</li><li>Support month-end and quarter-end close processes</li></ul>Joint Venture & Investment Accounting<ul><li>Prepare consolidated financial reporting and partnership reporting packages</li><li>Assist with equity method accounting and investment accounting activities</li><li>Review property-level financial reporting and prepare necessary adjustments</li><li>Support investor reporting and financial statement preparation</li></ul>Capital Events & Treasury Support<ul><li>Assist with capital calls, distributions, waterfall calculations, and related analyses</li><li>Prepare reports and schedules supporting debt covenant compliance</li><li>Monitor cash activity and perform bank reconciliations</li></ul>Audit & Tax Support<ul><li>Assist with annual audits and tax compliance processes</li><li>Prepare audit and tax workpaper packages</li><li>Coordinate supporting documentation and respond to auditor requests</li></ul>Process Improvement<ul><li>Assist in the development of accounting policies, procedures, and workflows</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve reporting efficiency, controls, and documentation</li><li>Participate in special projects and ad hoc analyses</li></ul>
2026-10-01T00:00:00Z

Senior Accountant

Baltimore, MD
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Permanent / Full Time
85000 - 120000 USD / Yearly
A highly respected and well-established commercial real estate organization is seeking a Senior Accountant to join its growing accounting team in the greater Baltimore area.This is an outstanding opportunity for a professional with experience in public accounting, audit, financial reporting, month-end close, general ledger accounting, or corporate accounting who is looking to join a stable organization known for its strong culture, excellent employee retention, and long-term career growth opportunities.The company offers exposure to a sophisticated accounting environment that includes financial reporting, real estate accounting, budgeting, forecasting, lease accounting, portfolio analysis, and month-end close responsibilities. The team is composed of talented professionals from both public accounting and industry backgrounds who take pride in mentoring and developing future accounting leaders.If you are looking for an opportunity to work alongside experienced accounting professionals, gain exposure to a publicly traded environment, and build a long-term career with a highly respected organization, this role deserves a closer look. Please email Jim Meade at Robert Half and connect with me on LinkedIn. Why This Opportunity Stands Out<ul><li>Highly respected publicly traded organization</li><li>Strong employee retention and long average tenure</li><li>Excellent mentorship and onboarding from experienced accounting professionals</li><li>Exposure to both operational and financial reporting responsibilities</li><li>Significant opportunities for advancement within accounting and finance</li><li>Strong benefits package</li><li>Predictable workload and excellent quality of life</li><li>Collaborative culture with a reputation for developing talent</li></ul>Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Perform month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities</li><li>Prepare and review journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations</li><li>Maintain general ledger accuracy and balance sheet integrity</li><li>Analyze financial results and prepare variance analyses</li><li>Review lease documentation to ensure accurate accounting treatment and tenant billings</li><li>Support annual budgeting and forecasting processes</li><li>Prepare financial schedules and reporting packages</li><li>Participate in acquisition, disposition, financing, and due diligence activities as needed</li><li>Assist with internal controls, SOX compliance, and audit support</li><li>Partner with operations and other departments on accounting-related initiatives</li></ul>
2026-10-02T00:00:00Z

Senior Accountant

Arlington, VA
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Permanent / Full Time
100000 - 120000 USD / Yearly
Our client, a very well capitalized, private equity backed company that is in high acquisition mode with a number of current nationwide targets, is recruiting for a new Senior Accountant to join their world class team. This is a ground floor opportunity for a talented Senior Accountant to take their career to the next level quickly with a great amount of career runway as this company rapidly builds their finance team and overall infrastructure. This newly created Senior Accountant position will report to a tenured Senior Manager and support the corporate team with the close for multiple entities and related financial reporting. You will support their ongoing and active acquisition integrations. Duties for this exciting Senior Accountant position will include the following: <ul><li>Act as a key contributor to the month end and year end accounting close as well as three statement financial reporting for multiple acquired entities acting as their “Controller”</li><li>Review and prepare journal entries including monthly accruals, adjusting entries and complex entries to support complex transactions.</li><li>Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations for accounts assigned and related account schedules</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>Review and develop key accounting processes as continued analysis of internal controls with recommendations to strengthen them</li><li>As a part of a team, project manage upcoming system implementations and related technology projects</li><li>Effectively coordinate between operations teams and the corporate accounting team to maintain information flow and hit reporting deadlines</li><li>Perform ad hoc projects for senior management as assigned.</li></ul>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 including strong bonus potential Our specialized recruiting professionals apply their expertise and utilize our proprietary AI to find you great job matches faster. Please submit your resume in confidence to Raj Khanna, Senior Vice President at Robert Half for immediate consideration for this or one of our other active career opportunities in the Washington Metro area.
2026-10-13T00:00:00Z

Senior Accountant

Washington, DC
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Permanent / Full Time
100000 - 125000 USD / Yearly
We are currently working with several clients in various industries that are looking for a Senior Accountant to join their team. These companies are based in the Washington, DC area and many of the roles are on a hybrid basis and open to candidates coming out of public accounting as well. The ideal candidate for the Senior Accountant role would be responsible for preparing the financial statements, maintaining the general ledger accounts, reconciling bank statements, assisting with month end close, performing journal entries and assisting with other projects. These organizations offer good work-life balance, health care in addition to other great benefits and opportunities for growth. Daily responsibilities of the Senior Accountant include: · Perform month-end close.· General ledger maintenance.· Reconcile bank statements.· Prepare financial statements.· Post various journal entries.
2026-10-13T00:00:00Z

Senior Accountant

Bethesda, MD
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Permanent / Full Time
95000 - 115000 USD / Yearly
My client is looking for a Senior Accountant to fill the role in their Bethesda, MD office. The company is based in the real estate industry and the ideal Senior Accountant for this role will be responsible for supporting the accounting and SEC reporting for the accounting department. The responsibilities for the Senior Accountant will include producing the financial statements, ensuring compliance with ASC standards, assisting with the consolidation process, contributing to the SEC reporting, reviewing and posting intercompany transactions, researching technical accounting matters, and assisting with the quarterly close process. This organization has lots of room for growth and offers excellent benefits; including medical. Daily responsibilities of the Senior Accountant include: · Prepare financial statements.· Assist with quarterly close process.· Support SEC reporting process.· Research technical accounting matters.· Ensures revenue accounting is in compliance with ASC standards.· Assist with other ad hoc duties.
2026-10-20T00:00:00Z

Senior Accountant

Arlington, VA
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Permanent / Full Time
115000 - 130000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Sr. Accountant to join a growing financial services organization in Arlington, Virginia. This role supports alternative investment vehicles and related entities through core accounting, reporting, and financial analysis activities. The ideal candidate brings strong knowledge of U.S. accounting practices, thrives in a fast-moving environment, and uses technology effectively to improve accuracy and efficiency. Responsibilities: • Build a thorough understanding of the firm's private investment offerings, including fund terms, fee methodologies, and performance-related calculations. • Oversee accounting records for funds and affiliated entities by coordinating with fund administrators and ensuring transactions are recorded accurately and completely. • Prepare financial analyses, projections, and custom reporting to support business needs and leadership decision-making. • Address information requests from current and prospective investors with clear, accurate, and timely responses. • Draft financial statements and examine supporting schedules in preparation for the annual U.S. audit process. • Partner with external tax advisors to support yearly tax return preparation and required filings. • Review investor-specific provisions, side arrangements, and contractual terms to help ensure ongoing compliance. • Contribute to process enhancements, internal controls, and other operational priorities as business needs evolve.
2026-10-02T00:00:00Z

Senior Accountant

Fairfax, VA
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Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 110000 USD / Yearly
Our client, a private equity backed and quickly growing government contractor in the technology sector, is looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to join their team in Fairfax, Virginia. There is a solid runway for career growth and development given all of their recent positive developments including potential acquisitions. In this Senior Accountant role, you will play a vital part in supporting their financial close and accurate GAAP financial reporting. In this exciting new role, you will support an established leadership team and: <ul><li>Perform general ledger reconciliations, month end closing journal entries and ensure compliance with GAAP</li><li>Assist leadership with contract revenue recognition in accordance with ASC 606</li><li>Conduct monthly reconciliations of general ledger accounts to ensure timely and accurate financial closings.</li><li>Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with applicable standards.</li><li>Lead month-end and year-end closing processes, including preparing journal entries and accruals.</li><li>Monitor and ensure accurate revenue recognition based on government contract terms and accounting standards (FAR and CAS)</li><li>Apply and oversee indirect cost rates in line with provisional billing rates and incurred cost submissions.</li><li>Assist in preparing incurred cost submissions and year-end audit workpapers.</li><li>Ensure compliance with relevant tax laws, internal controls, and organizational policies.</li><li>Collaborate on the development and implementation of new financial processes to enhance operational efficiency.</li><li>Special projects as required by leadership</li></ul>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 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 immediateopenings in the Washington, DC Metro area.
2026-10-16T00:00:00Z

Senior Accountant

Arlington, VA
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Permanent / Full Time
100000 - 125000 USD / Yearly
Our client is a rapidly growing and well financed global company in the emerging energy sector. They are recruiting for a Senior Accountant to join their world class team. This is a ground floor opportunity for a talented Senior Accountant to take their career to the next level quickly with a great amount of career runway as this company rapidly builds their finance team and overall infrastructure. This exciting Senior Accountant position will report to a tenured Director and provide accounting support at the corporate level for their cutting edge new global level projects. Duties for this this exciting Senior Accountant role will include the following: · Work closely with the corporate accounting team and be a key contributor to the month end and year end accounting close as well as financial reporting· Prepare journal entries including monthly accruals, adjusting entries and complex entries to support complex transactions.· Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations for accounts assigned and related account schedules· Assist with the external audit process and provide supporting schedules and requested information to support the year end external audit and quarterly reviews· Support management with the development of key accounting processes as well as design of internal controls· As a part of a team, assist with system implementations and related technology projects· Work effectively between project operations teams and the corporate accounting team to maintain information flow and hit reporting deadlines· Perform ad hoc projects for management as assigned. Our client offers fully paid medical insurance 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

Senior Accountant

Rockville, MD
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Permanent / Full Time
95000 - 110000 USD / Yearly
Our client is a rapidly growing, well capitalized world leader in their sector, is recruiting for their new Senior Accountant. This visible and challenging position will provide hands on financial reporting, technical accounting and audit support as the company moves forward with cutting edge new energy projects. This role will clearly allow you to add your signature on the organization as the company’s reach expands. Reporting to a talented Controller who is known to be a strong mentor, core responsibilities for this Senior Accountant will be to: • Prepare financial statements that adhere to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).• Oversee financial activities including general ledger maintenance, cost accounting, budgeting, and financial analysis.• Manage the monthly accounting close process and prepare detailed fund partnership reports.• Collaborate across teams such as Finance, Asset Management, Legal, and Transactions to ensure accurate reporting and compliance.• Conduct reconciliations and maintain proper documentation within financial accounting systems.• Support external audit processes by providing necessary documentation and responding to inquiries.• Apply knowledge of GAAP accounting topics, including fixed assets, leases, asset retirement obligations, taxes, and debt.• Recommend and implement improvements to systems, policies, and procedures for enhanced accuracy and efficiency.• Support the exciting new systems implementation that is in process. Your base pay will depend on your skills, experience, certifications and other business needs. The client offers strong overall benefits as part of their compensation package including medical benefits. Please submit your resume in confidence to Raj Khanna, Senior Vice President, Robert Half for immediate consideration for this or one of our many current openings in the Washington, DC Metro area.
2026-10-16T00:00:00Z

Senior Accountant

Baltimore, MD
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Permanent / Full Time
80000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
A growing, private equity-backed multi-location company is seeking a Senior Accountant to join its accounting team. This position offers broad exposure to financial reporting, general ledger accounting, month-end close, inventory accounting, accounts payable oversight, and process improvement initiatives.Reporting directly to the Controller, this role is ideal for an accounting professional who enjoys being hands-on, supervising staff, solving problems, and operating in a fast-paced environment. This opportunity offers significant visibility across the business and the chance to help strengthen accounting processes as the organization continues to grow and evolve.Why This Opportunity Stands Out<ul><li>Opportunity to work closely with an experienced Controller and CFO</li><li>Exposure to a multi-location, multi-entity business environment</li><li>Broad accounting responsibilities beyond traditional staff accounting</li><li>Opportunity to supervise and mentor team members</li><li>Exposure to inventory accounting and operational finance</li><li>Ability to make an impact by improving processes and controls</li><li>Growth-oriented organization with future advancement opportunities</li></ul>Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules</li><li>Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting</li><li>Maintain general ledger integrity across multiple entities and locations</li><li>Analyze financial results and investigate variances and discrepancies</li><li>Oversee the accounts payable process, including invoice review, vendor reconciliations, payment processing, and 1099 reporting</li><li>Perform bank, credit card, inventory, and balance sheet reconciliations</li><li>Support month-end and year-end close activities</li><li>Assist with audit preparation and tax compliance requirements</li><li>Prepare sales and use tax filings and fixed asset schedules</li><li>Supervise and mentor an Accounting Administrator while reviewing work for accuracy</li><li>Support inventory accounting, cost analysis, and operational reporting</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, controls, and reporting efficiency</li></ul>
2026-10-02T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Sterling, VA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
32 - 34 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to support accurate and timely payroll operations for a high-volume contractor workforce in Sterling, Virginia. This position is ideal for someone who combines strong payroll expertise with excellent organization, documentation, and cross-team coordination skills. The right candidate will be comfortable managing sensitive payroll data, maintaining process accuracy, and helping improve day-to-day operational consistency in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities:• Manage end-to-end payroll activities for a contractor population of up to 600 workers, ensuring accuracy and timely completion each cycle.• Review, validate, and process timesheet data within the designated payroll platform to support precise payment calculations.• Partner with internal teams to organize schedules, monitor task progress, and keep stakeholders informed on operational priorities.• Create, update, and refine standard operating procedures, workflow documents, and other process materials to support consistent execution.• Help apply company policies and operational guidelines by monitoring adherence and supporting process standardization.• Maintain complete and accurate payroll and operational records while following internal controls and compliance expectations.• Track key operational indicators and compile internal reporting to support business performance visibility and decision-making.• Collaborate across payroll, operations, IT, and related functions to support shared initiatives and smooth day-to-day execution.
2026-10-20T00:00:00Z

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