<p>Robert Half has a new direct-hire opportunity for a Sr. Payroll Accountant. This position plays a critical role in maintaining financial integrity and operational efficiency across the organization. This position is responsible for developing and implementing internal controls, creating and refining Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), managing complex account reconciliations, and overseeing the full scope of payroll operations. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in operational accounting, strong knowledge of payroll compliance, and the ability to manage complex financial processes within a fast-paced environment.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><p><strong>Payroll Management & Compliance</strong></p><ul><li>Lead and manage end-to-end payroll operations, ensuring accurate and timely processing of employee compensation, including wages, bonuses, and benefits, in compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations.</li><li>Maintain payroll tax compliance by overseeing timely tax filings, payments, reconciliations, and audits. Handle the opening and closing of tax accounts across jurisdictions as needed.</li><li>Review and approve payroll journal entries, general ledger postings, and reconciliations to ensure accuracy and alignment with month-end and year-end closing schedules.</li><li>Direct year-end processes, including the accurate preparation, review, and distribution of W-2s and 1099s.</li><li>Collaborate with HR, Finance, and IT to maintain and enhance payroll systems, ensuring data accuracy, security, timely system upgrades, and ongoing process improvements.</li><li>Monitor payroll-related data such as labor costs and benefits to support budgeting, forecasting, and cost analysis.</li><li>Coordinate payroll funding and cash flow planning with the Finance team to ensure timely disbursements and compliance with financial obligations.</li></ul><p><strong>Accounting & Financial Operations</strong></p><ul><li>Perform and oversee complex account reconciliations, including bank, intercompany, balance sheet, accounts payable, and receivable accounts.</li><li>Investigate and resolve discrepancies to ensure compliance with GAAP and internal policies.</li><li>Design, implement, and maintain internal controls, policies, and accounting procedures to safeguard company assets and ensure regulatory compliance.</li><li>Collaborate with HR, Finance, and business unit leaders to align payroll and financial data with broader organizational objectives.</li><li>Serve as the primary point of contact for external auditors, tax agencies, payroll providers, and insurance brokers, managing audits and compliance reviews effectively.</li></ul><p><strong>Projects, Leadership & Compliance</strong></p><ul><li>Lead cross-functional projects related to payroll, accounting, system implementations, process redesigns, and policy updates.</li><li>Stay current with industry trends, changes in tax law, and payroll/accounting regulations to ensure compliance and recommend best practices.</li><li>Supervise and develop payroll and accounting staff, providing coaching, mentorship, and opportunities for growth.</li><li>Oversee the collection and tracking of vendor and contractor Certificates of Insurance (COIs), ensuring compliance with internal policies and external requirements.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Our client within the manufacturing industry has an exciting opportunity for a Director of Accounting with the proven ability to collaborate cross-functionally and work effectively in a dynamic, fast paced environment. This Director of Accounting will conduct variance analysis and provide insights into financial performance, oversee the month end close process, monitor expense accruals, assist with fixed assets, maintain & resolve general ledger discrepancies, create solutions for process improvement, monitor cash flow, manage journal entry tracking, and assist with the financial planning process. If you hold a high level of financial modeling skills, have strong technical accounting abilities, and can safeguard company assets, this may be the role for you!</p><p><br></p><p>What you get to do everyday</p><p>· Oversee month-end/year-end close process</p><p>· Budgeting & Forecasting</p><p>· Provide profit and loss reporting</p><p>· Balance Sheet Account Reconciliation</p><p>· Provide financial analysis</p><p>· Manage revenue recognition</p><p>· Process Improvement</p><p>· Assist with the annual audit process</p><p>· Recommend profitable initiatives </p><p>· Provide management with monthly reports</p><p>· Ensure compliance with external/internal controls</p>
<p>Are you ready for your next big challenge? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where accuracy and attention to detail are key? Our client is a diverse professional services firm that has experienced strong, consistent growth, and they are seeking an <strong>Assistant Controller</strong> who’s ready to join a thriving and dynamic team.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What You'll Do:</strong></p><p>As the <strong>Assistant Controller</strong>, you will be a vital partner in our company’s financial success. Your responsibilities will include:</p><ul><li><strong>Leadership:</strong> Supervise and guide accounting staff in areas like accounts payable (AP), payroll, and general ledger responsibilities.</li><li><strong>Financial Management:</strong> Lead monthly close activities, manage prepaids and accrued liabilities, update fixed asset and intangible depreciation schedules, and conduct variances analysis aligned with departmental budgets and forecasts.</li><li><strong>Compliance and Oversight:</strong> Ensure compliance with US GAAP principles while managing internal and external audits, as well as payroll and tax-related filings.</li><li><strong>Treasury Functions:</strong> Oversee bank accounts, credit cards, and corporate expense programs to ensure smooth workflows and reconciliation.</li><li><strong>Process Improvement:</strong> Collaborate on building and documenting policies that improve transaction efficiency and align financial reporting with industry best practices.</li><li><strong>Strategic Analysis:</strong> Prepare reports, conduct financial analyses, and support decision-making as part of departmental forecasting and budgeting efforts.</li></ul>
<p>Our client within the manufacturing industry has an exciting opportunity for a Property Accounting Manager with the proven ability to collaborate cross-functionally and work effectively in a dynamic, fast paced environment. This Property Accounting Manager will be responsible for managing and developing a team with expertise in the assigned area of concentration. The Property Accounting Manager role will oversee daily and monthly accounting activities for all operations within specified areas of expertise, focusing on ensuring the accuracy of financial information to safeguard the company's assets. If you hold a high level of financial modeling skills, have strong technical accounting abilities, and can safeguard company assets, this may be the role for you!</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Complete the month-end close process and reporting, ensure the accuracy and timeliness of all property and general & administrative (G& A) activities by maintaining experienced staff. </li><li>Develop and implement best practices and procedures. </li><li>Provide direction and support for the assigned team, guiding their training and development to increase competency and commitment. </li><li>Prepare ad-hoc reports, analyses, and special projects as needed by the Director of Shared Services. </li><li>Assist and support audit initiatives, and monitor, enforce, and test internal control systems. </li><li>Prepare the annual budget for respective areas. </li><li>Direct and review staff activities and other special projects as assigned.</li></ul>
<p>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.</p><p> </p><p>Duties for this this exciting Senior Accountant role will include the following:</p><p> </p><p>· 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</p><p>· Prepare journal entries including monthly accruals, adjusting entries and complex entries to support complex transactions.</p><p>· Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations for accounts assigned and related account schedules</p><p>· Assist with the external audit process and provide supporting schedules and requested information to support the year end external audit and quarterly reviews</p><p>· Support management with the development of key accounting processes as well as design of internal controls</p><p>· As a part of a team, assist with system implementations and related technology projects</p><p>· Work effectively between project operations teams and the corporate accounting team to maintain information flow and hit reporting deadlines</p><p>· Perform ad hoc projects for management as assigned.</p><p> </p><p>Our client offers fully paid medical insurance as part of their overall compensation package in addition to other robust benefits.</p><p> </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> </p><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for a skilled Staff Accountant to join our team in Baltimore, Maryland. This Contract-to-Permanent position offers the opportunity to contribute to financial operations, ensuring accurate accounting, budgeting, and reporting processes. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in analyzing financial data, preparing detailed reports, and maintaining comprehensive financial records.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Perform detailed accounting and budgeting tasks, including financial analysis and administration of assigned programs and grants.</p><p>• Analyze and reconcile accounts, prepare reports, and audit financial processes to ensure accuracy and compliance.</p><p>• Manage general ledger accounts, including journal entries, accounts receivable, accounts payable, and fixed asset tracking.</p><p>• Assist in preparing and filing tax forms, year-end settlement reports, and ensuring compliance with all financial regulations.</p><p>• Support the implementation and maintenance of financial information systems.</p><p>• Review and enhance financial controls.</p><p><br></p>
We are looking for an experienced Corporate Accountant to join our team in Washington, District of Columbia. In this role, you will play a critical part in managing financial operations, ensuring compliance, and supporting the organization’s strategic goals. This position requires a meticulous individual with strong accounting expertise and the ability to collaborate effectively with internal teams and external partners.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Collaborate with third-party accounting firms to review monthly journal entries and reconcile accounts.<br>• Record and analyze journal entries, ensuring all supporting information is accurate and complete.<br>• Perform reconciliations for inter-company balances, key accounts, and sub-ledgers.<br>• Support month-end, quarter-end, and annual close processes, including consolidating reports and analyzing results.<br>• Assist in the preparation of financial statements, including drafting footnotes and compiling supporting documentation.<br>• Coordinate with external auditors to address inquiries related to journal entries and other financial matters.<br>• Manage daily cash operations, including cash flow analysis and projections for the General Partner and affiliates.<br>• Evaluate financial performance by identifying trends and conducting variance analyses.<br>• Ensure adherence to financial regulations, company policies, and legal requirements.<br>• Contribute to the development of financial projections, budgets, and analytical models, leveraging knowledge of key business drivers.
We are looking for a skilled Staff Accountant to join our team in Baltimore, Maryland. This position offers the unique opportunity to work on diverse accounting projects while enjoying the stability and benefits of permanent employment. If you thrive in dynamic environments and are passionate about delivering high-quality financial services, we would love to hear from you.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable processes, ensuring accuracy and timely completion.<br>• Prepare and post journal entries to maintain the integrity of financial records.<br>• Reconcile bank and credit card statements to ensure consistency with the general ledger.<br>• Oversee general ledger activities, including regular updates and adjustments.<br>• Handle sales tax filings and compliance with relevant regulations.<br>• Conduct monthly and quarterly financial reconciliations to support accurate reporting.<br>• Collaborate with internal teams to streamline accounting processes and improve efficiency.<br>• Support audits and provide necessary documentation to external auditors.<br>• Utilize advanced Microsoft Excel features to analyze and organize financial data.<br>• Assist in developing financial reports to aid in strategic decision-making.
<p>We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant in Baltimore, Maryland. This Contract to permanent position offers an opportunity to lead accounting operations, supervise staff, and contribute to the financial management of the organization. The role requires a proactive and detail-oriented individual with strong leadership and technical accounting expertise.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Supervise and guide accounting and administrative staff by assigning, reviewing, and evaluating their work.</p><p>• Oversee the preparation of financial reports, payroll records, and statistical data to ensure accuracy and compliance.</p><p>• Develop and manage the agency’s budget by compiling data, recommending expenditures, and monitoring financial activities.</p><p>• Establish and update accounting procedures and forms to improve operational efficiency.</p><p>• Conduct cost analyses and prepare detailed statistical and financial reports for senior management.</p><p>• Train new team members in accounting policies and procedures to ensure consistency and compliance.</p><p>• Monitor and control accounting forms and related documentation from various departments.</p><p>• Interpret and apply relevant laws, regulations, and standards to maintain compliance.</p><p>• Perform additional duties as required to support the financial operations.</p>
<p>We are looking for an Entry Level Accountant to join a team in Dover, Delaware. This Contract-to-Permanent position offers the opportunity to contribute to critical accounting operations while working closely with various financial teams. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in general ledger functions, reconciliation processes, and financial transaction management to ensure accuracy and compliance.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Perform general ledger accounting tasks, including account analysis, reconciliations, invoicing, and recording financial transactions for student-related bank accounts.</p><p>• Conduct daily, weekly, monthly, and annual reconciliation procedures to ensure accurate posting to accounts and ledgers.</p><p>• Process financial transactions using the State of Delaware’s financial systems (First State Financials).</p><p>• Develop, review, and implement internal controls to ensure proper charging and accounting of transactions in alignment with University and State standards.</p><p>• Address inquiries and resolve issues related to general ledger accounts promptly and effectively.</p><p>• Act as a technical resource for finance team members and provide support to the Cashier’s Office during peak periods or staff absences.</p><p>• Offer guidance, training, and assistance to less-experienced staff and student employees.</p><p>• Handle additional accounting, administrative support, and customer service duties as assigned.</p>
<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>
<p><strong>Lead the Future of Financial Strategy</strong></p><p>Our client is seeking a dynamic financial leader to take on a highly visible role driving strategy, insights, and growth. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real impact by guiding long-term planning, shaping financial processes, and influencing key business decisions at the executive level.</p><p><br></p><p>The ideal candidate brings strong analytical skills, proven leadership experience, and a passion for turning numbers into strategy. In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to mentor a team, collaborate closely with senior leaders, and play a central part in steering the organization toward its future goals.</p><p><br></p><p>This position offers the chance to lead high-level financial initiatives, enhance forecasting and reporting, and champion innovative approaches that will drive results. If you’re looking to combine strategy, leadership, and growth in your next career move, this opportunity could be the perfect fit.</p>
<p>Are you ready to bring your tax expertise to a dynamic, fast-paced team? We're seeking a skilled Tax Accountant to help streamline compliance, optimize tax strategies, and drive financial success for a public accounting firm in Lewes, DE. In this Contract-to-Permanent position, you will handle the preparation and review of various tax returns while ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented individual with strong technical expertise and a passion for delivering impactful tax solutions.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare and review tax returns for individuals, corporations, partnerships, and fiduciaries.</p><p>• Develop and implement tax planning strategies to optimize financial outcomes for clients.</p><p>• Stay updated on evolving tax laws and assess their impact on clients or the organization.</p><p>• Conduct thorough tax research and provide accurate guidance to ensure adherence to regulations.</p><p>• Assist in audits and handle correspondence with federal, state, and local tax authorities.</p><p>• Maintain detailed and organized documentation to support tax filings and audits.</p><p>• Collaborate with clients and internal teams to deliver strategic tax advice and insights.</p><p>• Identify and recommend process improvements to streamline tax preparation and increase accuracy.</p><p>• Utilize accounting software, such as QuickBooks, to manage financial data and records.</p><p>• Prepare financial statements and journal entries to support overall accounting functions.</p><p><br></p><p>If you or anyone you know is immediately available for work and interested in learning more, don't wait and apply online today!</p>
