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131 results for Senior Cost Accountant in Columbia, MD

Sr. Accountant
  • Frederick, MD
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 70000.00 - 85000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Join a mission-driven organization that not only excels in the healthcare industry but is deeply committed to giving back to the community. Our client believes in fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and service, making a genuine impact both within their industry and the local society.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Job Summary</strong>: Our client is seeking an experienced <strong>Senior Accountant</strong> with a background in <strong>audit</strong> and a strong understanding of the healthcare sector. In this vital role, you’ll play a key part in overseeing financial operations, ensuring compliance, and supporting organizational goals. Your past audit experience and technical accounting expertise will be critical in maintaining integrity and accuracy across financial reporting and operations.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong>:</p><ul><li>Prepare and manage monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in compliance with GAAP.</li><li>Oversee the general ledger, reconcile accounts, and ensure accurate month-end and year-end close processes.</li><li>Conduct and support internal and external audits, leveraging prior audit experience to maintain internal control standards.</li><li>Analyze financial data to identify trends, variances, and improvement opportunities to support decision-making.</li><li>Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations and standards in all financial operations.</li><li>Collaborate with cross-departmental teams to provide insightful financial advice and support.</li><li>Assist in the budgeting and forecasting process to align financial strategies with organizational goals.</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2025-08-26T22:35:13Z
Corporate Accountant
  • Washington, DC
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 80000.00 - 100000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>My client is a real estate company seeking a Corporate Accountant to assist their day-to-day operations in their Washington, DC office. The ideal person for the Corporate Accountant position will have experience with the month end close process, preparing monthly financial reports, experience with preparing appropriate journal entries, reconciling balance sheet accounts and an overall understanding of accounting compliance with US GAAP. This organization offers great opportunities for growth and an excellent benefit package including health benefits.</p><p><br></p><p>Daily responsibilities of the Corporate Accountant include:</p><p><br></p><p>·      Prepare monthly financial reports.</p><p>·      Prepare appropriate journal entries.</p><p>·      Reconcile various balance sheet accounts.</p><p>·      Research real estate accounting principles.</p><p>·      Ensure company is in compliance with regulatory agencies.</p>
  • 2025-09-12T16:05:52Z
Staff Accountant
  • Sterling, VA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 73000.00 - 82000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Robert Half has partnered with a stable client on their search for a Staff Accountant with proven GL expertise. The responsibilities for this Staff Accountant role consist of handling general accounting operations such as: assisting with accounts payable/receivable activities, reviewing general ledger accounts, creating/processing invoices, preparing financial reports, assisting with financial research, maintaining internal controls, providing administrative support, and collaborating with financial resources/vendors as needed. The ideal candidate for this role should have possess great day-to-day accounting abilities in compliance with US GAAP standards and firm policies. We are looking for someone with strong problem-solving skills and can maintain accurate financial records and contribute to the overall financial health of the firm.</p><p><br></p><p>Everyday Responsibilities</p><p>·      Support daily accounting functions</p><p>·      Prepare and maintain general ledger entries and reconciliations</p><p>·      Process accounts payable/receivable transactions</p><p>·      Manage time and billing data, including attorney billable hours</p><p>·      Reconcile bank accounts/financial statements/tax returns</p><p>·      Perform monthly profit and loss analysis</p><p>·      Document asset, liability, revenue expenses</p><p>·      Prepare financial reports for management and partners as needed</p>
  • 2025-08-15T12:19:05Z
Sr. Accountant
  • Manassas, VA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 90000.00 - 120000.00 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to join our team in Manassas, Virginia. In this role, you will play a key part in managing financial records, ensuring compliance with accounting standards, and supporting various financial operations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounting processes and a detail-oriented approach.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Perform reconciliations of the general ledger to ensure accuracy and completeness.<br>• Manage depreciation schedules and oversee fixed asset accounting.<br>• Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions efficiently.<br>• Handle organizational billing and ensure timely electronic deposit of checks.<br>• Reconcile credit card statements and resolve discrepancies.<br>• Prepare and process 1099 forms in compliance with regulatory requirements.<br>• Assist in audit reviews by providing necessary documentation and support.<br>• Process organizational documents and ensure accurate record-keeping.<br>• Utilize internal systems for billing and financial operations.<br>• Manage lien releases and related financial tasks.
  • 2025-09-02T21:08:46Z
Senior Accountant - Public Company
  • Baltimore, MD
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 90000.00 - 115000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Are you an audit professional with 2–5 years of experience looking to transition into industry before busy season? One of our top clients—an international Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT)—is seeking a <strong>Senior Accountant</strong> to join their high-performing team.</p><p>This role is ideal for candidates who have audited or worked within large, publicly traded or international companies. You’ll be involved in <strong>complex international reporting</strong> and <strong>revenue recognition</strong>, gaining exposure to sophisticated accounting operations in a global environment.</p><p>What sets this opportunity apart?</p><ul><li><strong>Exceptional team culture</strong> with virtually no turnover</li><li><strong>Beyond competitive compensation and benefits</strong></li><li><strong>Supportive leadership and career development</strong></li><li><strong>Work-life balance that’s rare in the industry</strong></li></ul><p>If you’re considering a move before busy season, this is one interview you won’t regret. To learn more about this role—or other opportunities with Robert Half—please apply here or email your resume directly to <strong>Jim Meade at Robert Half</strong>.</p>
  • 2025-09-11T19:03:56Z
Senior Accountant / Accounting Manager DOE
  • Baltimore, MD
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 110000.00 - 140000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>&#128680;<strong> RARE OPPORTUNITY – Join a Growing Private Equity Team</strong> !!&#128680;</p><p> </p><p>Looking for top notch talent and communicators!! Are you a top performer coming from a large public accounting firm, looking to take your career to the next level?</p><p>We have the perfect opportunity for you!!</p><p> </p><p><strong>Position</strong>: Senior Accountant / Accounting Manager (DOE)</p><p> </p><p>Robert Half has partnered with a dynamic and growing private equity firm, looking to bring on a talented accounting professional who thrives in fast-paced environments and has a strong background in either public accounting, private equity, or a mid-size to large corporation. If you’re ready to leverage your audit and financial reporting expertise to make a meaningful impact in the investment space, we want to hear from you!!</p><p> </p><p><strong>Who We’re Looking For</strong>:</p><ul><li>4+ years of experience in public accounting (Big 4 or large national firms preferred).</li><li>CPA certification / CPA candidate preferred</li><li>Strong understanding of GAAP, financial reporting, and accounting principles.</li><li>Experience in private equity, investment funds, or asset management is a plus.</li><li>Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Why Join Us?</strong></p><ul><li>Be part of an innovative, growth-oriented firm.</li><li>Work with an exceptional team of professionals.</li><li>Competitive salary and benefits package.</li><li>Opportunities for career growth and development in the private equity space.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>How to Apply</strong>:</p><p>Send your resume to Tracy Kaszuba directly through LinkedIn, or email Tracy your resume at the Robert Half email address in my profile. </p><p>#RobertHalf #Hiring #SeniorAccountant #SeniorAssociate #AccountingManager # AuditManager #PrivateEquity #PublicAccounting #CareerOpportunity</p>
  • 2025-09-16T15:58:47Z
Sr. Accountant
  • Mclean, VA
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • - USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to join our team in Mclean, Virginia. This is a long-term contract position ideal for someone with a strong background in accounting processes and financial analysis. The role offers the opportunity to contribute to critical financial operations and collaborate on audits and tax filings.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare and record journal entries for accruals, prepaid expense amortization, and other month-end close activities.<br>• Reconcile intercompany transactions to ensure accuracy and consistency.<br>• Conduct balance sheet and credit card reconciliations on a regular basis.<br>• Process accounts payable invoices, follow up with vendors for missing invoices, and create accruals when necessary.<br>• Download daily cash activities from banking systems and update cash files accordingly.<br>• Review monthly trial balances for irregular transactions or balances and implement corrective actions.<br>• Perform monthly variance analysis on revenue and expense accounts, providing explanations for any discrepancies.<br>• Create financial reports for management, summarizing key data for each entity under the company.<br>• Support external audits by preparing and delivering required documentation to auditors.<br>• Assist with local, state, and federal tax filings, ensuring compliance and accuracy.
  • 2025-09-12T16:05:52Z
Principal Technical Accountant
  • Centerville, VA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 120000.00 - 130000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Principal Technical Accountant to lead the company's technical accounting efforts. This role is critical in ensuring compliance with US GAAP, SEC regulations, and other relevant financial reporting standards. The ideal candidate will serve as a subject matter expert, supporting complex accounting issues, driving accounting policy development, and partnering with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate financial reporting.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p><br></p><p>• Act as a technical accounting expert, offering guidance on complex accounting issues and transactions.</p><p>• Conduct comprehensive research and interpretation of existing and new accounting standards (GAAP), and devise strategies for their implementation.</p><p>• Deliver training on complex and evolving accounting standards to the wider accounting team.</p><p>• Lead the crafting and review of financial statements, ensuring they are accurate and in line with relevant accounting standards.</p><p>• Supervise the creation of regulatory reports and filings, including tax-related documents.</p><p>• Ensure adherence to SOX compliance requirements and other regulatory mandates within the company's financial reporting processes.</p><p>• Spearhead major technical accounting projects.</p><p>• Develop and uphold robust internal controls to guarantee accurate and timely financial reporting.</p><p>• Address audit findings and implement necessary corrective actions.</p><p>• Leverage skills in Account Reconciliation, Balance Sheet Reconciliation, Bank Reconciliations, General Ledger, Journal Entries, Microsoft Excel, Month End Close, NetSuite, Oracle, and SAP to fulfill responsibilities effectively.</p>
  • 2025-08-22T13:33:42Z
Staff Accountant
  • Reston, VA
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 31.00 - 35.00 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Our client in Reston is seeking a talented staff accountant to join their team</p>
  • 2025-09-05T14:39:16Z
Sr. Accountant
  • Baltimore, MD
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 85000.00 - 105000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to join a well respected industry leader in Baltimore, Maryland. This role, will play a critical part in managing financial operations, ensuring compliance with accounting standards, and supporting company objectives in the energy industry. Your expertise will contribute to accurate reporting, efficient processes, and the success of ongoing programs specifically focused on variance analysis.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage and oversee the accounts payable process, including invoice approvals, batch reviews, and postings.</p><p>• Monitor treasury activities, address positive pay exceptions, and collaborate with banks to resolve issues.</p><p>• Maintain control of check stock and facilitate vendor and customer payments in alignment with company policies.</p><p>• Prepare and review journal entries for assets, liabilities, revenues, and expenses, ensuring accuracy and reconciliations.</p><p>• Analyze operating expenses by verifying transactions, resolving discrepancies, and identifying budget variances.</p><p>• Lead expense review sessions and contribute to the development of financial forecasts.</p><p>• Support month-end financial close processes in compliance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).</p><p>• Produce high-quality financial reporting packages in a timely and accurate manner.</p><p>• Assist with ad hoc requests, special projects, and inquiries from internal and external stakeholders.</p><p>• Participate in annual financial audits and budget planning processes, ensuring thorough preparation and execution.</p>
  • 2025-09-11T15:39:01Z
Fund Accountant
  • Baltimore, MD
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 60000.00 - 70000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>HYBRID WORK OPPORTUNITY FOR A STAFF / SENIOR ACCOUNTANT (DOE) !! ONLY IN THE OFFICE 1-2 DAYS A WEEK!</p><p> </p><p>Robert Half has partnered with a long-time client in the Baltimore metro area to hire a Staff / Senior Accountant (DOE) to join their team! The Accountant's duties will require preparing journal entries, bank reconciliations, fund accounting, tracking donations, assisting with monthly and year-end closings, and more! In this role, you will perform various internal reporting during the monthly close, participate in compliance, review schedules, and ensure funds are being allocated correctly. This is a challenging, multi-faceted opportunity to work for a company that recognizes and rewards hard work! Tenured staff, great mentorship, excellent hours, hybrid work schedule, and fantastic benefits make this all an attractive opportunity to apply for!</p><p> </p><p>How will you make an impact:</p><p>- Produce journal entries and perform the month end close under minimal supervision</p><p>- Thorough experience with month end balance sheet account reconciliations</p><p>- Support the month end, quarter end and year end closing process by preparing monthly financial close workbooks</p><p>- Assist with the preparation of quarterly and annual audits</p><p>- Take part in various department-wide initiatives</p><p>- Ad hoc reporting and performing special projects upon request</p><p> </p><p>This is a fantastic opportunity not to be missed! Apply immediately to Tracy Kaszuba on LinkedIn, or to Tracy.Kaszuba at RobertHalf.</p>
  • 2025-09-08T12:04:02Z
Real Estate Project Accountant
  • Silver Spring, MD
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 75000.00 - 90000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Are you an ambitious accounting professional with a passion for the construction and real estate industry? Do you thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment where each day brings new opportunities to make a meaningful impact? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you!</p><p>Our small but growing construction and property management real estate firm is seeking an organized and detail-oriented <strong>Project Accountant</strong> to join our passionate and dedicated team. As we expand our footprint, we need a financial expert to help us effectively manage the complexities of pre-development, construction, and property management accounting while partnering closely with project managers and executives.</p><p>If you’re looking for a role where your contributions will truly shape the success and direction of a company, we’d love to hear from you.</p><p><strong>Who We Are</strong></p><p>We are a boutique real estate firm specializing in construction, property management, and development. As a growing business, we pride ourselves on our entrepreneurial energy, collaborative culture, and commitment to delivering exceptional projects that enhance communities. We prioritize innovation, integrity, and teamwork, making this an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to grow their careers in an evolving and rewarding environment.</p><p><strong>About the Role</strong></p><p>As the <strong>Project Accountant</strong>, you’ll own critical financial functions across our real estate development lifecycle. From maintaining budgets, tracking costs, and ensuring compliance to preparing draw requests and financial statements, your work will provide the structure and insights necessary to drive our projects forward. If you are someone who loves working with numbers, think of this role as the cornerstone of keeping our projects on track financially.</p><p><strong>What You’ll Do</strong></p><p>Your main responsibilities will include:</p><ul><li><strong>Pre-Development Accounting</strong>: Maintain and track budgets for land acquisition, zoning, permitting, and feasibility studies while managing expenditures and financial modeling for project pro formas.</li><li><strong>Construction Financing Oversight</strong>: Process contractor invoices and prepare monthly construction loan draw packages, including reconciling disbursements and ensuring compliance with lender and investor agreements.</li><li><strong>Financial Reporting</strong>: Prepare project-based financial reports and variance analysis for presentation to executives, lenders, and investors; ensure transparency and accuracy in cost forecasting.</li><li><strong>Budget Monitoring</strong>: Manage contingency fund allocations, track loan interest and fees, and assist in capital partner reporting.</li><li><strong>Compliance</strong>: Liaise with teams to support audits, ensure insurance and bond compliance, and maintain accurate job cost reports by cost code.</li></ul>
  • 2025-08-18T20:59:02Z
Staff Accountant
  • Columbia, MD
  • remote
  • Temporary
  • 33.25 - 38.50 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for a dedicated and detail-oriented Staff Accountant! This long-term contract position is based in Columbia, Maryland, and requires a hands-on approach to maintaining compliance, monitoring assets, and meeting deadlines. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills and a commitment to delivering high-quality work in a collaborative environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Maintain and monitor fixed asset records.</p><p>• Process additions, retirements, transfers, and cost adjustments for fixed assets while meeting monthly and project deadlines.</p><p>• Calculate and post depreciation expenses for financial statements and internal reporting purposes.</p><p>• Reconcile detailed fixed asset records with general financial accounting records to ensure alignment.</p><p>• Prepare period-end reconciliations and compile quarterly audit schedules.</p><p>• Create intercompany invoices to document the transfer of fixed assets between entities.</p><p>• Assist fixed asset owners by ensuring capital items are promptly accounted for and providing guidance as needed.</p><p>• Prepare and post journal entries, including reclassifications to and from equipment-in-process accounts.</p><p>• Ensure timely closure of fixed asset accounts in alignment with reporting deadlines.</p><p>• Adhere to U.S. compliance standards and internal control requirements throughout all processes</p>
  • 2025-09-03T16:48:44Z
Tax Senior / Tax Manager (DOE)
  • Timonium, MD
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 85000.00 - 150000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p><strong>SENIOR TAX ASSOCIATE / TAX MANAGER (DOE) - PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM IN NORTHERN BALTIMORE COUNTY </strong></p><p>  </p><p>My client, a public accounting firm in Northern Baltimore County, is searching for a Senior Tax Associate or Tax Manager - depending on experience. As Manager, you will be responsible for providing oversight to a small staff of tax accountants working with all entity types, tax planning projections, preparing complex federal and state, as well as individual income, estate and trust returns. You will also communicate with the IRS on an as needed basis. As Senior, you will oversee and mentor staff level tax associates and be the right hand on tax engagements to the assigned Tax Manager / Partner. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-known and respected firm with opportunities for growth and career development!! Please submit your resume today for immediate consideration!!</p><p> </p><p>What You'll Get To Do Every Day:</p><ul><li>Review and manage staff deliverables including tax returns, extensions, tax planning calculations, and write-work for all entity types (C-Corp, S‐Corp, Partnership, fiduciary, multi-state, trust and individual).</li><li>Review Compiled financial statements for Corporations, Not for Profit entities, and Partnerships, including workpapers, accounting and adjusting entries, bank reconciliations, and client books and records.</li><li>Prepare and review complex tax planning projections for individual and corporate estimated tax liability.</li><li>Manage and monitor client deliverables and due dates.</li><li>Prepare complex U.S. and multi-state income tax returns for business entities, including consolidated and non-consolidated C-corporations, S‐Corporations, Partnerships, Fiduciary, and Non-Profit Organizations.</li><li>Prepare complex U.S. and state individual income, gift tax, and estate tax returns.</li><li>Conduct complex tax research and prepare memorandum outlining findings and conclusions.</li><li>Respond to IRS and state agency audits, inquires, and tax notices.</li><li>Communicate with IRS and clients in connection with audits, inquires, and tax notices.</li><li>Delegate projects to staff that can handle them most efficiently and provide accounting and tax assistance to staff as needed.</li><li>Engage in consulting and special projects as requested by Management and Clients.</li><li>DOE and level hired - Take direction and report to the Managers / Principals / Partners of the tax department.</li></ul><p>Please send your resume immediately to be considered to Tracy Kaszuba on LinkedIn or to Tracy.Kaszuba at RobertHalf</p>
  • 2025-09-16T15:58:47Z
Senior Manager IT Audit - ISO 27001
  • Columbia, MD
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 140000.00 - 175000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Are you a seasoned professional passionate about information security and compliance? A national leading consulting firm is seeking an <strong>ISO Lead Certified Senior Manager</strong> to take a pivotal role in their Risk Consulting Practice. You’ll lead a team dedicated to providing top-tier advisory and attestation services for ISO 27001 compliance, helping clients streamline their processes, strengthen their security posture, and align with international standards. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in an environment that offers challenging projects, leadership opportunities, and strategic initiatives.</p><p><br></p><p>Your role will bring variety and impact, including:</p><ul><li><strong>Business Development:</strong> Identify new opportunities, create client proposals, and contribute to thought leadership in the ISO space.</li><li><strong>Client Delivery:</strong> Oversee scheduling, client interactions, and the completion of consulting and attestation projects with a focus on quality and professional standards.</li><li><strong>Compliance Excellence:</strong> Ensure workpapers adhere to methodology and standards while juggling multiple client engagements and maintaining precision.</li><li><strong>Risk Awareness:</strong> Stay on top of emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and changes in regulations, providing recommendations for compliance updates.</li><li><strong>Strategic Reporting:</strong> Present system performance and risk analyses to client leadership with actionable improvement plans.</li><li><strong>Leadership & Mentorship:</strong> Guide and support junior team members, helping them grow their skills and confidence.</li><li><strong>Training Initiatives:</strong> Help clients implement information security awareness programs across their organizations.</li></ul><p><strong>Why This Role?</strong></p><p>If you're ready to step into a leadership role where you can showcase your expertise, build client relationships, and lead a team of talented professionals, this position offers tremendous growth potential. You’ll be working in an environment that values collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning while tackling impactful challenges.</p><p><strong>Next Steps:</strong></p><p>Interested in learning more about this exciting opportunity? Take action today! <strong>Reach out to Jim Meade at Robert Half or connect with him on LinkedIn.</strong> We look forward to connecting with you and discussing how you can leverage your skills and experience in this role.</p>
  • 2025-08-18T18:58:54Z
Controller
  • Mclean, VA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 110000.00 - 150000.00 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for a skilled Controller to lead and manage financial operations within our organization based in McLean, Virginia. This role requires an experienced individual with a strong understanding of accounting principles and the ability to oversee diverse financial functions while ensuring regulatory compliance. The Controller will play a critical role in guiding financial strategies and maintaining accurate financial records.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage all accounting operations, including billing, payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, cost accounting, and financial statements.<br>• Prepare and compile monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports with accuracy and timeliness.<br>• Develop and oversee financial forecasts, budgets, and cash flow analyses to support strategic planning.<br>• Negotiate and manage corporate liability insurance policies, lines of credit, and investment portfolios.<br>• Ensure compliance with tax regulations and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).<br>• Serve as the primary liaison with auditors, investors, financial institutions, and other stakeholders on financial matters.<br>• Supervise the audit process and coordinate with external auditors and tax advisors.<br>• Provide detailed financial analyses to support decision-making on capital investments, contract negotiations, and cost management.<br>• Track organizational payments and prepare documentation for annual audits.<br>• Offer guidance to management on financial benchmarks, pricing strategies, and significant expenses.
  • 2025-08-25T20:28:49Z
Director of Accounting
  • Washington, DC
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 170000.00 - 185000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Our client, a highly visible non-profit organization with national operations and a meaningful and enduring mission, is searching for their new Director of Accounting. Reporting to their CFO, this role will be a key member of their finance team. The Director of Accounting will lead day-to-day accounting operations as well as GAAP financial reporting. This critical Director of Accounting position will also work closely with the CFO to implement an exciting new ERP system. As a close right hand to the CFO, the Director of Accounting will support new processes and training within finance and accounting and help support organizational growth and mitigate risk. Core duties for this fulfilling and challenging Director of Accounting role will include:</p><p><br></p><ul><li>Handle diverse financial responsibilities including financial reporting and managing a staff who perform general ledger, financial reporting, billing and receivables, accounts payable and payroll accounting.</li><li>Closely assist the CFO with their ongoing systems implementation and integration including testing and chart of account development</li><li>Lead the comprehensive closing processes for monthly and annual periods across all entities and funds, ensuring timely production of combined financial reports and compliance with audit requirements, nonprofit filings, and labor documentation obligations.</li><li>Design, implement, and continually assess effective internal control mechanisms to align with non-profit industry standards and compliance</li><li>Supervise treasury-related activities, such as managing cash flow, reconciling banking records, overseeing investments, lines of credit and related loan management.</li><li>Ensure smooth coordination with human resources to oversee payroll processes, guaranteeing accurate handling of payroll operations.</li><li>Verify adherence to local, state, and federal tax regulations, including compliance with sales and use tax reporting.</li><li>Track and manage capital/fixed assets while performing detailed evaluations of financial impacts arising from acquisitions.</li><li>Review and allocate expenses and invoices in line with funding guidelines and category requirements, investigating detailed transactional records as necessary.</li><li>Perform financial analyses and deliver customized reporting for leadership teams, committees, and other stakeholders as required.</li><li>Assist in planning, preparing, and presenting detailed annual budgets and forecasts.</li><li>Guide, assess, and mentor accounting team members to foster career growth.</li></ul><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. Our client offers medical benefits as part of their overall compensation package in addition to other robust benefits.</p><p><br></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 openings in the Washington, DC Metro area.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p>
  • 2025-09-12T17:33:57Z
Controller
  • Arlington, VA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 130000.00 - 135000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Do You Love Numbers? Are You a Skilled Non-Profit Controller or Assistant Controller with an Entrepreneurial Spirit? Have you ever dreamed of combining your financial expertise with your passion for making a global impact? Are you ready to work for a forward-thinking non-profit organization that values innovation and looks for entrepreneurial leaders like you? If so, keep reading. This is your opportunity to step into a leadership role within a globally recognized social-impact organization that is driving positive change across the world.</p><p><br></p><p>Our client, a $35M non-profit in the DC Metro area, is looking for a talented Controller who will partner with the CFO to manage and oversee all aspects of the organization's financial and accounting operations. This leadership position offers the chance to work closely with senior executives and program leaders, empowering them to make informed decisions while ensuring financial excellence across the organization's operations. This isn't just a finance role; it's about joining a team dedicated to making a meaningful difference—designing systems, processes, and strategies that support the organization's work to create lasting social change worldwide.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>*Manage accounts, ledgers, and reporting systems to ensure compliance with GAAP standards and nonprofit regulatory requirements.</p><p>*Implement internal controls for revenue, costs, budgets, and asset protection while ensuring accurate financial transaction recordings.</p><p>*Coordinate and oversee audit processes.</p><p>*Analyze financial data, prepare timely reports, and communicate updates to senior leadership.</p><p>*Review and approve payroll transactions.</p><p>*Support the CFO in engaging with the board’s audit and finance committees on financial trends and strategies.</p><p>*Oversee accounting for grants and programs to ensure spending aligns with budgets and funding requirements.</p><p>*Build and maintain relationships with external stakeholders like banks, lenders, and vendors.</p><p>*Develop and enforce finance policies, procedures, and systems to support operations.</p><p>*Lead improvements to the accounting ERP system (NetSuite) and coordinate system rollouts in additional locations.</p><p>*Lead and develop the finance team, fostering clear communication and strong collaboration.</p><p>*Strengthen partnerships with HR, IT, legal, and program teams to streamline operations.</p><p>*Promote a positive work environment and provide coaching to tackle challenges collaboratively.</p><p><br></p><p>The ideal candidate will be an individual who thrives in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment and has the following qualifications: CPA,10+ years exp with 2–5+ years of experience in a Non-Profit Controller or Asst Controller role, strong background in grant accounting from private foundations NOT government grants, NetSuite or something similar, strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to research and apply technical accounting standards as required, a collaborative mindset and ability to educate colleagues with varying levels of financial knowledge and a passion for innovation and working in entrepreneurial teams where creativity, adaptability, and results are valued. Comp range for this Controller role is 130-135K in base salary + bonus, full benefits and this is a hybrid role in the office in Arlington, VA a minimum of 3 days/week. To apply to this job please do so through this posting or reach out to Caren Bromberg Bach on LinkedIn or call Caren Bach at 301.965.9035.</p>
  • 2025-09-04T20:29:07Z
Senior Tax Manager
  • Reston, VA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 160000.00 - 200000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Are you an experienced tax professional eager to take a leadership role in a dynamic organization? We are seeking an enthusiastic <strong>Senior Tax Manager</strong> to join our finance team and oversee tax planning and compliance for our U.S. operations. Reporting directly to the VP of Tax, this role will be responsible for ensuring timely tax filings, developing tax strategies, managing audits, overseeing tax provisions, and serving as the organization’s internal expert on all tax-related matters.</p><p>This is an exciting opportunity for a driven, detail-oriented individual with strong technical skills and leadership capabilities to make an impact in a fast-paced environment. As a <strong>Senior Tax Manager</strong>, you'll have the chance to lead a dedicated team, including a Tax Accountant, and work collaboratively across departments to meet organizational goals. Hybrid in northern VA. Remote candidates who can travel will be considered.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Serve as a proactive advisor on tax matters across multiple departments (e.g., finance, legal, manufacturing, trade compliance, etc.) and liaise with external tax advisors as needed.</li><li>Facilitate the preparation, review, and timely filing of federal, state, and local income tax returns, as well as other business-related tax forms.</li><li>Lead strategic tax planning initiatives to minimize taxes across federal and state jurisdictions.</li><li>Oversee stakeholders in preparing components of the U.S. federal income tax return and other tax documentation.</li><li>Manage month-end and quarterly tax accounting processes, including ASC 740 provision calculations, Sarbanes-Oxley compliance, and documentation of tax positions under US GAAP/IFRS standards.</li><li>Collaborate with various departments to support business transactions and projects while resolving tax-related issues.</li><li>Develop and implement tax strategies for corporate transactions such as mergers, acquisitions, and legal restructuring initiatives.</li><li>Prepare information for and coordinate the preparation of federal and state income tax filings and estimated payments.</li><li>Monitor legislative changes impacting tax compliance and modify strategies accordingly.</li><li>Oversee all tax-related audits and maintain accurate, timely documentation for regulators.</li><li>Supervise sales and use tax, property tax, and business license compliance, managed by the Tax Accountant.</li><li>Conduct research on federal, state, and international tax matters as needed.</li><li>Provide assistance to legal teams in reviewing tax-specific language in contracts.</li></ul><p><strong>Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Strong technical expertise in U.S. tax law and accounting with exceptional analytical and research skills.</li><li>Advanced knowledge of corporate tax compliance, sales tax, withholding tax, and R& D tax credits.</li><li>Proven track record managing complex tax accounting processes under US GAAP/IFRS and implementing SOX-compliant controls.</li><li>Excellent communication skills, with the ability to simplify technical issues for non-technical audiences and collaborate across teams.</li><li>Highly organized, self-driven individual capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously.</li><li>Mastery of Microsoft Excel and familiarity with tax software systems (e.g., OneSource).</li><li>Detail-oriented, team-oriented, and adaptable in a global environment.</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2025-09-02T20:28:58Z
Manager of Project Accounting
  • Arlington, VA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 130000.00 - 160000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p><strong> </strong></p><p>Our client is a rapidly growing and very well financed global company in the emerging energy sector. They are recruiting for their Manager of Project Accounting to join their world class team. This is a ground floor opportunity for a talented Manager of Project Accounting 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 position will report to a tenured Director and provide accounting support for the operations team and their cutting edge new global level projects. </p><p><br></p><p>Duties for this this exciting Manager of Project Accounting role will include the following:</p><p><br></p><ul><li>Work closely with field operations, project managers as well as the corporate accounting team and be a key contributor to the month end and year end accounting close as well as financial reporting </li><li>Ensure all aspects of the company's construction and capital projects and fixed assets are recorded accurately and timely as required by GAAP, </li><li>Prepare journal entries including monthly accruals, adjusting entries and complex entries to support complex projects and related transactions </li><li>Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations for accounts assigned and related account schedules </li><li>Assist with the external audit process and provide supporting schedules and requested information to support the year end external audit and quarterly reviews </li><li>Support management with the development of key accounting processes as well as design of internal controls </li><li>As a part of a team, assist with system implementations and related technology projects </li><li>Work effectively between project operations teams and the corporate accounting team to maintain information flow and hit reporting deadlines</li><li>Perform ad hoc projects for management as assigned.</li></ul><p>Our client offers medical benefits as part of their overall compensation package in addition to other robust benefits.</p><p><br></p><p>Please submit your resume in confidence to Raj Khanna, Senior Vice President at Robert Half or directly via LinkedIn for immediate consideration for this or one of our other active career opportunities in the Washington Metro area.</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><br></p><p><br></p>
  • 2025-09-03T13:53:57Z
Staff Accountant
  • Baltimore, MD
  • onsite
  • Contract / Temporary to Hire
  • 35.10 - 38.49 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for an experienced Staff Accountant to join our team in Baltimore, Maryland. This is a Contract-to-permanent position, offering an opportunity to contribute to financial operations and project management. The ideal candidate will possess strong expertise in accounting systems, reconciliation processes, and budget preparation.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Reconcile and analyze active projects between systems to verify alignment with Income and Expense statements.</p><p>• Review accounting functions and ensure compliance with standard procedures using journal and ledger systems.</p><p>• Provide financial data to leadership.</p><p>• Prepare detailed budget documents.</p><p>• Manage payroll processing, including verifying timesheets, and entering data.</p><p>• Coordinate correspondence with payroll processors and reconcile labor accounts monthly.</p><p>• Monitor vendor payments and collaborate with Accounts Payable to resolve outstanding issues.</p><p>• Perform additional accounting, budgeting, and administrative tasks as needed.</p>
  • 2025-09-08T21:08:46Z
Staff Accountant
  • Washington, DC
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 85000.00 - 90000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are seeking a Staff Accountant to join our team based in Washington, District of Columbia. The role is located in Georgetown and provides free parking. The role is 100% in office. This role involves various accounting and administrative responsibilities within a dynamic organization. The successful candidate will manage all accounting and financial processes, ensuring accurate record-keeping and efficient operations. </p><p><br></p><p> Responsibilities: </p><p>• Oversee the full cycle of accounting duties, including but not limited to, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll and general ledger management. </p><p>• Prepare, analyze, and present monthly financial statements, budgets, and forecasts. </p><p>• Conduct bank reconciliations, manage cash flow, and ensure accurate financial record-keeping. </p><p>• Handle invoicing, bill payments, and expense reporting in a timely manner. </p><p>• Collaborate with external accountants for tax preparation and annual audits. </p><p>• Communicate effectively with vendors, project managers, designers, and clients on any issues around billing and invoicing. </p><p>• Manage administrative and operational tasks of the office, including but not limited to, managing leases, insurance, supplies, equipment, and facility emails and files. </p><p>• Maintain employee records, including attendance, benefits, and performance evaluations. </p><p>• Address employee inquiries and resolve HR-related issues in accordance with labor laws and company policies. </p><p>• Oversee day-to-day office operations, including supply management, equipment maintenance, and vendor relationships. </p><p>• Develop and implement office policies and procedures to improve efficiency. </p><p>• Coordinate meetings, events, and travel arrangements for staff. </p><p>• Provide administrative support to the leadership team as needed. </p><p><br></p><p> Please reach out to Ian Gainor via LinkedIn if interested.</p>
  • 2025-08-29T15:44:24Z
Staff Accountant
  • Reston, VA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 70000.00 - 85000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>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.</p><p>Essential Responsibilities:</p><p>Accounts Receivable Management:</p><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><p>Revenue Recognition and Deferred Revenue:</p><ul><li>Collaborate fruitfully with the finance team to uphold ASC 606-compliant revenue recognition processes.</li></ul><p>Month-End Journal Entries and Accruals:</p><ul><li>Prepare month-end journal entries.</li><li>Ensure compliance with internal policies and GAAP standards.</li></ul><p>Fixed Asset Management:</p><ul><li>Maintain Fixed Asset and Construction in Progress (CIP) schedules.</li></ul><p>General Ledger Reconciliation:</p><ul><li>Perform reconciliations for key accounts.</li></ul><p>Financial Reporting:</p><ul><li>Contribute to ad-hoc reporting and support data requests for audits.</li></ul><p>Additional Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Participate in process enhancement initiatives.</li></ul><p>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.</p>
  • 2025-08-25T20:39:06Z
Staff Accountant
  • Edgewood, MD
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 65000.00 - 75000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>&#128188; <strong>Staff Accountant – Make an Impact From Day One!</strong></p><p>Are you ready to bring your accounting skills to a team where your work <em>truly matters</em>? We’re looking for a meticulous, motivated <strong>Staff Accountant</strong> to join our growing company! In this role, you won’t just crunch numbers—you’ll play a vital part in keeping our financial operations sharp, efficient, and future-ready.</p><p><strong>What you’ll do:</strong></p><ul><li>Support daily accounting operations and contribute to a smooth month-end close.</li><li>Oversee accounts payable and receivable processes to keep cash flow steady.</li><li>Maintain accurate financial records using ERP systems.</li><li>Collaborate with team members to resolve issues and improve processes.</li><li>Provide financial insights and reporting that support smarter decisions.</li><li>Help ensure compliance and keep systems organized for easy access.</li></ul><p>This is the perfect opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, loves digging into details, and wants to grow alongside a high-performing team. If you’re looking for a role where <strong>your precision fuels progress</strong>, apply today! </p><p><br></p>
  • 2025-09-11T14:43:59Z
Staff Accountant
  • Mclean, VA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • - USD / Yearly
  • <p>There is an opportunity with a terrific company for a full-time Staff Accountant. This position can offer you strong compensation, excellent benefits, and career advancement. Ambitious and detail-oriented candidates will be interested in Robert Half's opportunity to join a thriving, fast-paced company that recognizes talent and effort, as a Staff Accountant. Based in the Mclean, Virginia area, this role is a career-building, multi-faceted opportunity to work for a company that recognizes and rewards hard work. This position is for candidates with the ability to prepare journal entries, monthly and year-end closings, bank reconciliation, fixed asset maintenance, and general ledger reconciliation and be responsible for many aspects of internal reporting during the monthly close. If you're looking for work where you will participate in compliance, interact with our external auditors for quarterly reviews and annual audits, and review schedules reporting processes, this role might be right for you. You will be preferred for this role if you have a complex understanding of Financial Statements, Cash Flow projections, and Budgets.</p><p><br></p><p>Major responsibilities</p><p>- Oversee depreciation, fixed asset ledgers, and reconciliation</p><p>- Regular maintenance and reconciliation of journal entries</p><p>- Assist with the month end, quarter end and year end closing process by preparing monthly financial close workbooks</p><p>- Prepare monthly balance sheet and income statement analyses for management reporting</p><p>- Ad hoc reporting and performing special projects upon request</p><p>- Produce complex journal entries and account reconciliations which include, but are not limited to, cash, prepaid expenses, and payroll</p><p>- Become well-versed in month end balance sheet account reconciliations</p><p>- Conduct month end close and compose journal entries with minimal supervision</p><p>- Maintain, implement, and adhere to internal controls. Also ensure that accounting procedures comply with GAAP</p><p>- Handle intercompany transactions, billings, and reconciliation</p><p>- Organize schedules for monthly payments and capital lease</p><p>- Coordinate and analyze a variety of financial data, then report it in a way that is useful and understandable</p><p>- Partake in various department-wide initiatives</p>
  • 2025-08-25T20:33:46Z
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