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Senior Staff Accountant

Arlington, VA
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Temporary to Hire
28.5 - 33 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Senior Staff Accountant to join a healthcare organization in Arlington, Virginia in a contract-to-permanent capacity. This position is ideal for a detail-oriented accounting specialist who can manage core accounting operations with accuracy, maintain strong financial controls, and support timely reporting in a fast-paced environment. The role requires a hands-on contributor who is comfortable working on site five days each week and bringing broad experience across day-to-day and period-end accounting activities. Responsibilities: • Oversee the full accounts payable cycle, ensuring invoices are reviewed, coded, processed, and recorded accurately and on schedule. • Manage accounts receivable activity, including tracking incoming payments, applying cash, and following up on outstanding balances as needed. • Prepare and post journal entries to maintain accurate financial records and support compliance with accounting standards. • Reconcile bank accounts and investigate variances to ensure transactions are properly reflected in the general ledger. • Support month-end and year-end close processes by completing assigned schedules, resolving discrepancies, and meeting reporting deadlines. • Maintain general ledger accuracy through routine account analysis, balance sheet reconciliations, and correction of posting issues. • Use Excel and Accumatica to organize financial data, generate reports, and improve visibility into accounting activity. • Partner with internal stakeholders to provide dependable accounting support and help sustain efficient day-to-day financial operations.
2026-07-07T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Herndon, VA
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Permanent / Full Time
70000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
Are you an accounting professional with a keen eye for detail? Do you take pride in managing accounts, reconciling figures, and ensuring everything adds up perfectly? If you have a minimum of 3 years of experience and expertise in accounts receivable, deferred revenue, and account reconciliations, we have an opportunity for you! As a Staff Accountant you will report to the Accounting Manager with about 50% of your time spent on the full cycle of accounts receivables and the other 50% on revenue, account reconciliation's, fixed assets, other ad hoc responsibilities and special projects aimed at enhancing the efficiencies, policies, procedures and systems within the accounting department. This is an in-office position with an organization that is growing through acquisitions and offers professional growth, competitive salary, bonus potential, and a full suite of benefits (medical, dental, vision, 401K with 4% match, 3 weeks of vacation and more) as well as excellent work life balance. Salary is based on education, skills, proficiencies, experience, and credentials.Essential Responsibilities:Accounts Receivable Management:<ul><li>Execute comprehensive end-to-end accounts receivable functions.</li><li>Respond confidently and effectively to both internal and external billing inquiries.</li></ul>Revenue Recognition and Deferred Revenue:<ul><li>Collaborate fruitfully with the finance team to uphold ASC 606-compliant revenue recognition processes.</li></ul>Month-End Journal Entries and Accruals:<ul><li>Prepare month-end journal entries.</li><li>Ensure compliance with internal policies and GAAP standards.</li></ul>Fixed Asset Management:<ul><li>Maintain Fixed Asset and Construction in Progress (CIP) schedules.</li></ul>General Ledger Reconciliation:<ul><li>Perform reconciliations for key accounts.</li></ul>Financial Reporting:<ul><li>Contribute to ad-hoc reporting and support data requests for audits.</li></ul>Additional Responsibilities:<ul><li>Participate in process enhancement initiatives.</li></ul>Please apply directly to this position for consideration. If you have additional questions, in addition to your application, contact Lee Chernett, VP at Robert Half Finance & Accounting, via LinkedIn or by calling 571.297.9074.
2026-07-01T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Timonium, MD
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Temporary / Contract
35 - 38 USD / Hourly
We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Staff Accountant to support accounting operations across a portfolio of 40+ entities. This is a great opportunity for someone who thrives in a multi-entity environment and values consistency, structure, and accuracy.Key Responsibilities:· Record daily financial transactions using QuickBooks Desktop; Online· Reconcile bank and credit card accounts across multiple entities· Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable (invoicing; tracking payments)· Maintain general ledger and organized financial records for multiple entities· Assist with financial reporting as needed· Communicate with internal team members, vendors, and external accountants· Support basic cash flow tracking across entities
2026-07-02T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Washington, DC
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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.
2026-06-12T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Lanham, MD
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Permanent / Full Time
65000 - 75000 USD / Yearly
Overview:A well-established, mission-driven organization is seeking a Staff Accountant to join its finance team. This role will support key accounting functions, including general ledger maintenance, reconciliations, and month-end close, while ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting.This is a great opportunity for an accounting professional who enjoys working in a collaborative, fast-paced environment and wants exposure to a wide range of accounting activities. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts, ensuring accuracy and completeness</li><li>Prepare and post journal entries, accruals, and adjustments</li><li>Assist with month-end and year-end close processes</li><li>Perform account reconciliations, including bank and intercompany accounts</li><li>Support financial statement preparation and analysis</li><li>Maintain fixed assets and depreciation schedules, including construction in progress tracking</li><li>Assist with internal and external audits by preparing schedules and supporting documentation</li><li>Partner with AP, payroll, and billing teams to ensure accurate financial data flow</li><li>Support budget analysis and departmental financial reporting</li><li>Contribute to process improvements and special projects</li></ul> Compensation & Benefits:<ul><li>Competitive salary based on experience</li><li>Comprehensive benefits package including health, retirement, and paid time off</li><li>Stable, team-oriented work environment with growth potential</li></ul>
2026-06-26T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Washington, DC
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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.
2026-07-06T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Arlington, VA
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Temporary to Hire
28 - 34 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support a growing finance function. This contract opportunity has the potential to become permanent and begins with a 30 hor workweek schedule during onboarding and training, with the expectation of increasing to a 35 hour workweek as responsibilities expand. The position offers a blend of day-to-day accounting operations, payroll support, reconciliations, and reporting, making it well suited for someone who is organized, self-motivated, and interested in a long-term opportunity with a mission-driven organization. Responsibilities:• Manage the full accounts payable cycle, including reviewing invoices, assigning proper coding, communicating with vendors, processing payments, and recording activity in Deltek.• Process bi-weekly payroll, investigate and resolve discrepancies, maintain payroll-related accruals, and update records for employee onboarding and offboarding changes.• Oversee daily banking activity by tracking transactions, preparing general ledger reconciliations, and producing regular cash flow and accounts payable projection reports.• Review corporate card activity for accurate general ledger classification, reconcile expenses, and match imported statement data to supporting documentation.• Support the month-end close process through journal entry preparation, balance sheet account reconciliation, and timely completion of internal accounting deadlines.• Prepare recurring financial and operational reports, including bank activity summaries, deposit tracking, donation reporting, cash reporting, and project cost analysis.• Review employee expense submissions to ensure compliance with company policies and process reimbursements accurately and on schedule.• Provide guidance and day-to-day support for entry-level accounting tasks as the role grows into a broader weekly hour commitment.
2026-07-07T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Linthicum Heights, MD
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Permanent / Full Time
65000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support financial reporting and day-to-day accounting operations in the Linthicum, Maryland area. This position plays an important role in delivering accurate financial information, reviewing forecasts against budget, and helping leadership understand key business trends. The ideal candidate is organized, analytical, and comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-moving environment while collaborating effectively across teams. The best candidate has experience with hands on month end close processes and can assist with cash applications. Responsibilities:• Produce recurring and ad hoc financial reports by collecting data from business systems and internal stakeholders, then organizing the information into clear reporting formats.• Review monthly operating results, compare actual performance to budget expectations, and explain significant fluctuations in revenue, expenses, and profitability.• Examine profit and loss activity to identify cost variances, highlight trends, and share practical recommendations with management.• Complete reconciliations for general ledger, balance sheet, bank, cash, credit card, and other assigned accounts to maintain accurate records.• Support monthly business reviews, budget discussions, and leadership meetings through timely preparation of analysis and reporting materials.• Manage fixed asset records by tracking additions, depreciation, transfers, and disposals while maintaining supporting schedules.• Prepare required tax and statutory filings, including sales tax, property tax, and government reporting submissions.• Perform internal audit reviews across business functions to confirm compliance with financial policies, processes, and reporting standards.• Research accounting guidance and tax requirements, then provide informed recommendations on appropriate financial treatment and compliance actions.
2026-06-04T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Washington, DC
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Permanent / Full Time
70000 - 90000 USD / Yearly
My client is a well-established for-profit organization looking for someone coming out of public accounting to join their team as a Staff Accountant in Washington, DC. The ideal candidate for the Staff Accountant role will 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. This organization offers great benefits; including health benefits and opportunity for growth. Daily responsibilities of the Staff Accountant include: · Perform month-end close.· General ledger maintenance.· Reconcile bank statements.· Prepare financial statements.· Post various journal entries.
2026-07-01T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Waldorf, MD
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Temporary to Hire
28 - 32 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join an accounting environment in Waldorf, Maryland. This contract opportunity has the potential to become permanent and is ideal for someone who enjoys balancing tax work with core accounting responsibilities in a hands-on setting. The role will support day-to-day financial operations while contributing to corporate tax preparation, account reconciliation, and accurate reporting. Responsibilities:• Prepare and support corporate tax filings, ensuring records are organized and submissions are completed accurately and on schedule.• Record financial activity through journal entries and maintain the integrity of the general ledger across accounting periods.• Manage accounts payable processes, including invoice review, coding, and timely payment coordination.• Oversee accounts receivable activity by tracking incoming payments, applying cash, and following up on outstanding balances.• Perform bank reconciliations and investigate discrepancies to keep cash records current and reliable.• Utilize QuickBooks to maintain accounting data, generate reports, and support routine financial operations.• Assist with month-end and year-end close tasks to help produce complete and accurate financial information.
2026-07-08T00:00:00Z

Accounting Clerk

Rockville, MD
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Temporary / Contract
22 - 24 USD / Hourly
A Rockville CPA firm is seeking an accounting clerk to help with tax supportDuties include:<ul><li>data entry of tax information</li><li>uploading client financial information</li><li>filing</li><li>other administrative projects</li></ul>
2026-07-06T00:00:00Z

Accounting Clerk

Stevensville, MD
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Temporary to Hire
23.75 - 27.5 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounting Clerk to join a busy team on a contract-to-permanent basis. This opportunity is well suited for someone with early-career accounting experience or entry-level accounting experience, with hands-on exposure to QuickBooks and an interest in detail-oriented financial work. The person in this role will help reduce a high volume of outstanding accounting tasks while supporting day-to-day audit and transaction processing activities. Responsibilities: • Process incoming invoices accurately and enter financial data into accounting records in a timely manner. • Assist with both payables and receivables activities, including tracking outstanding items and updating account information. • Use QuickBooks to maintain organized financial records, review transactions, and support routine accounting operations. • Provide administrative and transactional support to the audit team by gathering documentation and preparing records for review. • Reconcile accounting information to identify discrepancies and help resolve open issues efficiently. • Manage high-volume data entry while maintaining accuracy and consistency across financial documents. • Organize and maintain invoice files, payment records, and other supporting documentation for accounting activities.
2026-07-08T00:00:00Z

Senior Accountant

Washington, DC
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Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 120000 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 the month end close process, posting 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.
2026-06-23T00:00:00Z

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 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.
2026-06-19T00:00:00Z

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.
2026-07-06T00:00:00Z

Senior Accountant

Washington, DC
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Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 110000 USD / Yearly
My client is looking for a Senior Accountant to join their team in their Washington, DC office. This role will allow for the Senior Accountant to work on a hybrid schedule and the company is based in the real estate industry. The ideal Senior Accountant will be responsible for ensuring the accuracy of financial reporting, reviewing monthly operating reports, providing general ledger maintenance, analyzing and preparing monthly financial statements, assisting in annual planning and budgeting process and assisting with other duties as needed. This organization has an excellent employee benefit package, offers room for growth and great work-life balance. Daily responsibilities of the Senior Accountant include: · Prepare monthly operating reports.· Prepare monthly financial statements.· General ledger maintenance.· Perform cash flow projections.· Prepare revenue projections and analysis.· Assist with annual budget process.
2026-07-07T00:00:00Z

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.
2026-07-06T00:00:00Z

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.
2026-07-06T00:00:00Z

Senior Accountant

Baltimore, MD
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Permanent / Full Time
75000 - 90000 USD / Yearly
A well-established, mission-driven organization is seeking a Senior Grants Accountant to join its growing finance team in Baltimore MD on a hybrid basis. This high visibility role supporting grant-funded programs with meaningful community impact. The opportunity to work closely with leadership and cross-functional teams, strong mix of technical accounting, and strategic grant involvement. This is a great opportunity for an accountant who is detail oriented with nonprofit and grant funding experience and enjoys working in a collaborative, community-focused environment. Key Responsibilities: <ul><li>Prepare and post monthly journal entries related to grants and general accounting activities </li><li>Maintain and reconcile general ledger and balance sheet accounts </li><li>Manage grant accounting operations, including tracking expenditures, budgets, and compliance requirements </li><li>Prepare and submit grant reimbursement billings and monitor related receivables </li><li>Compile and analyze financial data for monthly, quarterly, and annual grant reporting Ensure compliance with federal, state, and private grant requirements </li><li>Support budget development for grant applications and ongoing reporting</li><li> Prepare audit schedules and act as a key liaison for external auditors and grantors </li><li>Provide financial analysis, identify variances, and offer recommendations to improve performance </li><li>Assist in developing and enhancing accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls </li></ul>
2026-06-26T00:00:00Z

Senior Accountant

Germantown, MD
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Temporary / Contract
35 - 40 USD / Hourly
A real estate firm in Germantown is seeking a Senior Accountant for a contract opportunity.Duties include:<ul><li>Cam Reconciliations</li><li>Financial Analysis</li><li>Journal entries</li><li>General Ledger Reconciliations</li></ul>
2026-07-06T00:00:00Z

Senior Accountant

Baltimore, MD
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Temporary / Contract
33.19 - 36.24 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant in a contract capacity with the potential for a permanent role. This role supports a broad range of accounting operations, including reconciliations, reporting, audit preparation, banking activity, and fund-related transactions across multiple business areas. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, advanced Excel skills, and a proven ability to manage detailed financial data accurately in a deadline-driven environment. Responsibilities:• Oversee accounting activities including reconciliations and reporting.• Review and validate monthly close reports, support internal audit inquiries, and prepare year-end schedules.• Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual accounting including journal entries, reconciliations, and audit support schedules.• Support banking operations by approving electronic payments, assisting with wire and ACH activity, communicating with banking contacts.• Assist with special projects, complex reconciliations, and troubleshooting issues affecting financial reports and management reporting outputs.
2026-06-30T00:00:00Z

Senior Accountant

Hanover, MD
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Permanent / Full Time
80000 - 90000 USD / Yearly
Are you a detail‑oriented accounting professional looking to grow your career with a national, industry‑leading organization? We’re partnering with a well‑established professional services company seeking a Senior Accountant to join its high‑performing corporate accounting team. This role offers the chance to work with large data sets, complex accounting structures, and a collaborative team that values professional development. This is an ideal role for candidates coming from public accounting (Big 4 or large regional) or large corporate accounting departments with 2+ years of experience. This position is hybrid and offers a much better quality of life with stable hours and strong benefits. Email Jim Meade at Robert Half right away for consideration! <ul><li>Lead key portions of the monthly general ledger close</li><li>Prepare and review journal entries, including recurring and ad‑hoc items</li><li>Perform income statement analysis and compare actuals vs. budget/prior periods</li><li>Complete balance sheet reconciliations and resolve monthly variances</li><li>Assist with interim and year‑end audits</li><li>Reconcile and review payroll and operating bank accounts</li><li>Support A/R with write‑offs and maintain audit-ready documentation</li><li>Contribute to special accounting projects as assigned</li></ul>Why Candidates Love This Role<ul><li>Join a fast-growing, nationally recognized company supporting Fortune‑level clients</li><li>Clear career path, strong internal mobility, and long-term growth potential</li><li>Limited hybrid work flexibility in the Hanover area</li><li>Exposure to high-impact projects with significant visibility</li><li>Supportive leadership and a team culture built on collaboration and development</li></ul>
2026-06-18T00:00:00Z

Senior Project Accountant

Bethesda, MD
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Permanent / Full Time
93000 - 105000 USD / Yearly
My amazing real estate/construction client is hiring for a Senior Accountant! Come apply for this great role! Responsibilities<ul><li>Manage the day-to-day accounting activities for an assigned portfolio of projects, entities, or investments.</li><li>Prepare journal entries, account reconciliations, and monthly financial statements to support the month-end close process.</li><li>Analyze financial results and explain budget-to-actual and period-over-period variances.</li><li>Prepare periodic reporting packages for management, investors, lenders, joint venture partners, and other stakeholders.</li><li>Support cash management activities, including cash flow reporting, funding requests, and partner distributions.</li><li>Collaborate with project management, operations, asset management, and other business teams to ensure accurate financial reporting and project oversight.</li><li>Assist with project-related transactions, including acquisitions, dispositions, financing activities, and capital projects.</li><li>Coordinate audit and tax requests with external auditors and service providers.</li><li>Maintain supporting schedules and documentation related to project activity, balance sheet accounts, and financial reporting requirements.</li><li>Participate in process improvement initiatives and special projects as needed.</li></ul>
2026-07-07T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Washington, DC
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Temporary / Contract
27.7115 - 32.087 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to support a non-profit organization in Washington, District of Columbia. This position will play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, overseeing core accounting activities, and helping ensure timely completion of monthly reporting cycles. The ideal candidate brings strong nonprofit accounting knowledge and hands-on experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities:• Lead monthly close activities by preparing entries, reviewing balances, and helping deliver accurate financial results on schedule.• Maintain the general ledger by recording accounting activity, validating transactions, and resolving discrepancies as they arise.• Prepare and post journal entries with appropriate support to ensure completeness and compliance with accounting standards.• Perform detailed reconciliations for balance sheet accounts and investigate variances to keep records accurate and current.• Complete bank reconciliations regularly and follow up on outstanding items to ensure proper cash reporting.• Support accounting operations within Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, including transaction review, reporting, and data accuracy.• Assist with nonprofit financial processes and reporting requirements, applying accounting practices relevant to mission-driven organizations.
2026-06-23T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Bethesda, MD
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Permanent / Full Time
75000 - 90000 USD / Yearly
Why This Role Stands Out A rapidly growing, service-driven organization is expanding its finance team and looking to add a detail-oriented Accountant who can bring structure, insight, and reliability to core financial operations. This is an opportunity to step into a visible role where your work directly impacts business decision-making, operational efficiency, and customer experience. Ideal for someone who enjoys wearing multiple hats in a collaborative, fast-moving environment—without getting lost in bureaucracy. The OpportunityThis role offers a blend of core accounting responsibilities and operational exposure, giving you a seat at the table beyond just the numbers. You’ll play a key role in maintaining financial accuracy while supporting process improvements as the business scales. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Manage day-to-day accounting functions, including maintaining accurate financial records</li><li>Perform account reconciliations and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner</li><li>Prepare and analyze financial reports to support leadership decision-making</li><li>Own and maintain QuickBooks entries and reporting integrity</li><li>Assist with payroll processing and expense tracking</li><li>Support month-end close activities and ongoing financial organization</li><li>Collaborate cross-functionally to improve accounting workflows and efficiency</li><li>Serve as a point of contact for occasional inbound customer inquiries</li></ul>
2026-06-12T00:00:00Z