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Fund Accountant

Washington, DC
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Permanent / Full Time
100000 - 150000 USD / Yearly
Are you an Accountant with Big 4 auditing experience—particularly with private equity (PE) or venture capital (VC) clients—or a Fund Accountant for a PE firm? Are you ready to contribute to a fast-growing investment firm leading innovative financial strategies? We are seeking a Fund Accountant to help expand and enhance the firm’s accounting, reporting, and operations functions.This role offers broad exposure to multiple aspects of finance and operations within a high-growth environment, allowing you to impact the firm's trajectory positively. Reporting directly to the CFO, the role works closely with leadership across all levels, making your contributions integral to organizational success.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Oversee fund accounting operations, including capital calls, distributions, and quarterly/annual fund financial statements by working with fund administrators.</li><li>Support investment activities such as deal closings and realizations, ensuring smooth transaction execution.</li><li>Monitor compliance with credit facility requirements and coordinate with internal/external stakeholders.</li><li>Lead investment valuations and ensure consistent portfolio reporting standards.</li><li>Manage audit processes, prepare documentation, and provide timely support to auditors.</li><li>Review quarterly financial and capital account statements for accuracy.</li><li>Ensure annual federal and state tax compliance, coordinating with external tax preparers to meet deadlines.</li><li>Assist with regulatory filings and compliance reporting alongside the Chief Compliance Officer (CCO).</li><li>Lead budgeting, forecasting, and performance tracking for fund-level financial metrics.</li><li>Manage books and records for internal entities such as the management company and General Partner.</li><li>Address investor requests during fundraising and throughout fund lifecycles.</li><li>Partner on special projects alongside leadership, supporting growth and operational efficiencies.</li></ul>Why Join Us?<ul><li>Collaborate with leadership to elevate financial strategies and drive growth at a dynamic investment firm.</li><li>Gain broad exposure across finance, operations, compliance, and investor relations in a high-growth, fast-paced environment.</li><li>Contribute to exciting projects and initiatives, making a direct impact on the firm’s success.</li><li>Work in a motivated and innovative team culture committed to excellence and collaboration.</li></ul>
2026-07-13T00:00:00Z

Accounting Specialist

Herndon, VA
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Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 110000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an Accounting Specialist to join a defense software organization in Reston, Virginia. This role supports core accounting operations by managing close activities, analyzing financial results, and helping maintain accurate reporting across the business. The position works closely with finance partners and operating teams to address accounting matters, strengthen controls, and improve the efficiency of recurring processes. Responsibilities: • Manage designated portions of the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close by preparing entries, reconciling accounts, and assembling analysis to support reported balances. • Evaluate changes in balance sheet and income statement activity, identify underlying business drivers, and communicate findings in a clear and organized manner. • Build working knowledge of assigned accounting cycles, including related operational workflows, financial risks, and key control points. • Interpret and apply relevant U.S. accounting guidance for standard and more complex transactions, documenting conclusions where needed. • Collaborate with FP&A, Tax, Treasury, Financial Reporting, and business stakeholders to resolve accounting questions and support ongoing financial operations. • Assist with the preparation of financial statements, management reports, audit schedules, and materials requested by internal and external reviewers. • Contribute to internal control compliance efforts through documentation updates, testing support, remediation follow-up, and identification of control weaknesses or errors. • Recommend and support process enhancements that improve accuracy, shorten close timelines, and increase efficiency across accounting activities. • Maintain accounting policies, procedural documentation, and reference materials while serving as a knowledgeable resource for team members and cross-functional partners. • Participate in special assignments and other accounting initiatives while ensuring deliverables are completed accurately and on schedule with limited supervision.
2026-07-27T00:00:00Z

Accounting Specialist

Brentwood, MD
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Permanent / Full Time
65000 - 80000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an Accounting Specialist to support day-to-day financial operations for a growing team in Hyattsville, Maryland. This role focuses on maintaining accurate records, processing transactions efficiently, and helping ensure timely payment and billing activity. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, hands-on accounting support experience, and confidence working with QuickBooks in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities:• Process vendor bills and employee reimbursement requests with accuracy and timely follow-through• Prepare and issue customer invoices while monitoring account activity to support prompt collections• Record financial transactions and maintain organized accounting data for reporting and audit readiness• Reconcile accounts, investigate discrepancies, and resolve payment or billing issues efficiently• Enter high volumes of financial information into accounting systems while preserving data accuracy• Use QuickBooks to update records, track transactions, and assist with routine bookkeeping functions• Communicate with internal teams, vendors, and customers regarding invoice status, payments, and account questions All interested candidates in the Staff Accountant opportunity and other full-time opportunities in Accounting Specialist please send your resume to Justin Decker via LinkedIn.
2026-08-07T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Ashburn, VA
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Temporary / Contract
28.5 - 33 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Staff Accountant to join our team in Ashburn, Virginia on a Contract basis. This role supports core accounting operations with a strong focus on invoicing, billing, reconciliations, and transaction accuracy. The ideal candidate brings solid hands-on experience across accounts payable and accounts receivable while maintaining careful attention to detail in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: • Manage day-to-day accounts payable and accounts receivable invoicing to support accurate and timely processing. • Prepare and oversee billing activities, ensuring customer and vendor records remain current and complete. • Review outgoing package documentation and assist with auditing materials before shipment, typically handling a steady daily volume. • Record journal entries and maintain supporting documentation for routine accounting activity. • Perform bank, cash, and credit card reconciliations to verify balances and resolve discrepancies promptly. • Monitor financial transactions for accuracy and follow up on exceptions or incomplete information. • Support general accounting tasks and contribute to smooth month-to-month financial operations.
2026-08-07T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Ashburn, VA
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Permanent / Full Time
75000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Staff Accountant to support core accounting operations and help maintain accurate financial records for the organization in Ashburn, Virginia. This role is well suited for someone who enjoys working with detailed financial data, managing recurring accounting tasks, and contributing to timely reporting cycles. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical ability, a service-oriented mindset, and the initiative to improve day-to-day accounting processes. Responsibilities: • Reconcile bank activity each month to ensure cash records are complete, accurate, and aligned with account balances. • Contribute to month-end and year-end close activities by preparing supporting entries, organizing documentation, and helping meet reporting deadlines. • Record and apply incoming payments while maintaining accurate cash receipt documentation within the accounting system. • Generate and process customer invoices for accounts receivable, ensuring transactions are entered correctly and tracked through completion. • Review cash positions on a daily basis to support visibility into available balances and ongoing financial activity. • Prepare recurring and special-request financial reports, including balance sheets and income statements, for clients and internal stakeholders. • Support the creation of internal financial summaries and other accounting-related analyses as business needs arise. • Participate in special assignments and continuous improvement efforts, including identifying ways to make accounting workflows more efficient. • Assist with general ledger activity, journal entries, and tax-related accounting support, including corporate and sales tax processes when needed.
2026-07-15T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Linthicum Heights, MD
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Temporary / Contract
27.49 - 30.49 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant. This Long-term Contract opportunity focuses on maintaining accurate financial records, completing account reconciliations, and contributing to smooth monthly and year-end close activities. The ideal candidate brings a solid accounting foundation, strong analytical thinking, and the ability to investigate and resolve discrepancies. Responsibilities:• Review balance sheet and general ledger accounts on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis to confirm accuracy.• Prepare reconciliations for assigned general ledger accounts and follow through on outstanding items until they are fully resolved.• Research discrepancies and coordinate with internal teams to correct errors in a timely manner.• Support monthly, quarterly, and year-end close cycles by posting journal entries, recording accruals, and maintaining accounting documentation.• Contribute to cross-functional initiatives, including accounting-related support for system or software updates when applicable.• Assist with additional accounting and finance duties as assigned to meet department needs.
2026-08-07T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Washington, DC
onsite
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.
2026-08-07T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Washington, DC
onsite
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.
2026-07-29T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Hyattsville, MD
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Permanent / Full Time
65000 - 75000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our team in Hyattsville, Maryland. In this role, you will play a vital part in ensuring the accuracy and efficiency of financial operations. If you thrive in a collaborative environment and have a strong grasp of accounting principles, we encourage you to apply. Responsibilities: • Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable processes to ensure timely and accurate payments. • Prepare and post journal entries to maintain the integrity of financial records. • Utilize Excel to analyze data and create detailed financial reports. • Perform reconciliations for accounts to ensure accuracy and resolve discrepancies. • Generate and review aging reports to monitor outstanding balances and collections. • Handle collections activities, maintaining clear and effective communication with clients. • Conduct accurate data entry to update financial systems and records. • Collaborate with the team to prepare corporate tax returns and sales tax filings. • Maintain and update the general ledger to reflect accurate financial information. • Work closely with a small accounting department to support overall financial operations.
2026-08-03T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Linthicum Heights, MD
onsite
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.
2026-07-21T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Waldorf, MD
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Temporary to Hire
28 - 36 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.
2026-08-05T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Falls Church, VA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
65000 - 80000 USD / Yearly
My client is a midsized hospitality group looking to bring on an experienced Staff Accountant to join their team. This role is well suited for an accountant who can manage core financial activities, interpret data accurately, and keep multiple deadlines on track in a fast-moving environment. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical judgment, true general ledger maintenance, month end close components, and a proactive approach to improving day-to-day accounting operations. Responsibilities:• Oversee general ledger activity and help drive accurate month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing cycles.• Prepare financial statements and related schedules, then review results to identify trends, variances, and unusual items.• Complete reconciliations for bank accounts and key balance sheet and income statement accounts, investigating and resolving discrepancies promptly.• Record and post journal entries to ensure transactions are properly classified and reflected in the accounting records.• Maintain accounting schedules for prepaid expenses, fixed assets, accruals, and intercompany balances.• Compare actual performance against budget and forecast figures, providing meaningful analysis to support management decisions.• Assist with annual audit preparation by compiling documentation, schedules, and other support requested by auditors and leadership.• Prepare sales tax, business license, and other required regulatory filings in a timely and accurate manner.• Partner with cross-functional teams to strengthen reporting accuracy, improve accounting workflows, and support internal control effectiveness.
2026-07-21T00:00:00Z

Property Accountant

Germantown, MD
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
76000 - 110000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Property Accountant to support the financial operations of a commercial real estate portfolio in Germantown, Maryland. This role works closely with property management and accounting leadership to deliver accurate reporting, maintain reliable records, and provide insight into property performance. The ideal candidate brings a strong foundation in accounting, experience with property-level financial activity, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment. Responsibilities:• Prepare and deliver monthly financial statements and related reports to owners, property managers, and other stakeholders, ensuring information is timely and accurate.• Analyze property results, investigate budget-to-actual differences, and communicate financial trends and recommendations to support operating decisions.• Partner with accounting leadership and property teams to assist with investor, owner, partner, and lender reporting requirements throughout the year.• Support the annual budgeting process and periodic forecasting by coordinating with property managers and updating assumptions based on operational performance.• Record journal entries, maintain general ledger accuracy, and complete account reconciliations as part of the month-end close process.• Track property expenses, apply appropriate coding and allocations, and contribute to reporting that supports cost management efforts.• Maintain lease information in Yardi, review lease documents for accuracy, and assist with annual adjustment billings and related lease accounting activities.• Review invoices for proper coding, process payments on schedule, and help monitor property tax activity and other recurring financial obligations.• Conduct peer reviews of budgets and property reports while preparing recurring financial packages for property management and external stakeholders. The ideal candidate for this Property Accountant role will have a BS in Accounting (preferably a CPA), 2+ years of commercial real estate property accounting that includes lease administration, CAM recs, GL and recs, Yardi accounting software and someone who embraces innovation. Great work/life balance. This role is in the office in Germantown, MD 4 days a week and the comp range is 75-110K + bonus and full benefits. To apply to this Property Accountant role please do so through this posting or reach out to Caren Bromberg Bach on LinkedIn or call Caren Bach at 301.965.9035.
2026-08-05T00:00:00Z

Property Accountant

Washington, DC
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
80000 - 90000 USD / Yearly
Property Accountant (Hybrid, DC-Based) | $80-90KAre you passionate about making an impact in the affordable housing sector? Join a mission-driven team dedicated to building, preserving, and financing high-quality affordable housing. With nearly 40 years of experience and a collaborative, cross-functional staff of 60+, we put residents first and innovate solutions that help strengthen communities nationwide.Position Overview As a Development Accountant, you will report to the Assistant Controller, Real Estate and Property Accounting, overseeing the financial operations for a portfolio of affordable housing properties in various stages of development and operation. This highly collaborative role offers a blend of accounting, analysis, and stakeholder engagement to ensure accuracy, transparency, and compliance with organizational and GAAP standards.You’ll interact with property managers, lenders, internal teams, deal investors, and external partners to deliver timely financial information, facilitate audits, and drive ongoing improvements. This DC-based position qualifies for a hybrid work schedule Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Full-cycle accounting and financial statement preparation for assigned real estate projects (operational, predevelopment, and development).</li><li>Oversee monthly reconciliations, variance analyses, and financial reporting from third-party property management accountants.</li><li>Track and account for partnership interests, fees, funds, and project financial execution (General Partner/Limited Partner).</li><li>Monitor intercompany activity: operating properties, loans receivable/payable, and related reconciliations.</li><li>Collaborate on annual budget and forecast development and report significant variances to management.</li><li>Assist with audits, tax process coordination, proforma preparation, settlement statements, and compliance activities.</li><li>Manage construction draws, lender requisitions, and reconcile draw schedules to project budgets and actual costs.</li><li>Update and maintain property ledgers; integrate development activities and construction transactions into operating records.</li><li>Develop and maintain depreciation, amortization, and asset retirement obligation schedules.</li><li>Lead preparation of supporting audit documentation and communication with vendors, contractors, and banks.</li><li>Contribute to internal controls and process improvements per GAAP.</li><li>Serve as liaison between finance and development teams for assigned properties.</li></ul>Why Apply? This is an extraordinary opportunity for a skilled accountant with a passion for affordable housing and public service to be involved in several areas (predevelopment, development, operational, funds, etc.) of real estate accounting. Grow your career while helping deliver lasting impact and stability to communities while being mentored by and have direct access to a fantastic leadership and executive team. Apply directly to this posting for immediate consideration. If you have additional questions, contact Lee Chernett, VP at Robert Half Finance & Accounting, via LinkedIn.
2026-08-07T00:00:00Z

Property Accountant

Washington, DC
onsite
Temporary / Contract
24.7 - 28.6 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Property Accountant to support day-to-day and monthly accounting activities for a real estate portfolio in Washington, District of Columbia. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who brings strong experience in property accounting, thrives in a deadline-driven environment, and can maintain accurate financial records across multiple entities. The role will focus on financial reporting, account reconciliation, and close processes while using Yardi to manage property-level accounting operations. Responsibilities: • Manage property-level accounting activities, including journal entries, account analysis, and maintenance of the general ledger. • Complete month-end close tasks on schedule and prepare supporting schedules to ensure accurate financial reporting. • Reconcile balance sheet accounts and investigate discrepancies to maintain clean and reliable financial records. • Record accruals and other adjusting entries in accordance with established accounting standards and reporting timelines. • Produce recurring financial statements and property reports for internal stakeholders and management review. • Use Yardi software to process accounting transactions, review property financial data, and support reporting needs. • Collaborate with operations, asset management, and other internal teams to resolve accounting issues and clarify financial activity. • Assist with audit requests and provide documentation related to property transactions, reconciliations, and account balances.
2026-08-07T00:00:00Z

Accounting Manager

Washington, DC
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
120000 - 160000 USD / Yearly
Our client, a prominent national real estate investment and development organization based in Washington, D.C., is looking for their new Accounting Manager. They have over $5B invested and are looking to scale up their accounting foundation to include a new real estate fund. They have a long-standing reputation and a track record of managing investments across dozens of high-profile properties. This role is ideal for someone with solid commercial real estate fund accounting expertise who thrives in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial setting. Reporting to the Controller and overseeing a staff, you will build out frameworks and drive best practices for fund and property-level accounting. You will also work across other business lines as operational needs evolve. In this exciting new Accounting Manager role, you will: • Manage capital accounting, execution of capital calls and distributions, and investor allocations for both fund and investment vehicles.• Calculate complex fund distribution models including comprehensive waterfall structures as outlined by partnership agreements• Prepare fund-level GAAP financial statements on a fair value basis in accordance with ASC 946, ASC 820 and ASC 842• Develop periodic investor and fund performance reports—helping deliver timely and accurate NAV statements, fair value analysis, and fund financials• Supervise preparation of general ledgers, including accurate recording of tenant billings, recoveries, and adherence to current lease accounting standards.• Provide financial support for property/asset managers, including budget preparation, variance investigation, and periodic reforecasting.• Prepare consolidated financial reports at the fund level in line with U.S. GAAP, ensuring compliance with fair value measurement and investment company guidance.• Oversee audit preparations and submissions, respond to information requests from audit teams, and coordinate closely with external advisors.• Support completion of lender compliance deliverables and institutional investor due diligence.• Direct and mentor staff accountants, providing technical training and oversight related to fund accounting and the firm’s accounting systems.• Design and enhance accounting policies, workflows, and financial controls to meet SEC-registered investment manager standards.• Partner across departments to advance accounting and reporting initiatives for other verticals, including multifamily and opportunistic asset classes. Your base pay will depend on your skills, experience and training, knowledge, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. Our client offers medical benefits as part of their overall compensation package in addition to other robust benefits. Please forward your resume in confidence to Raj Khanna, Senior Vice President at Robert Half for consideration for this or one of our other immediate openings in the Washington, DC area.
2026-08-07T00:00:00Z

Accounting Manager

Columbia, MD
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Temporary / Contract
47.5 - 55 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager to support key accounting operations for a long-term contract opportunity based in Columbia, Maryland. This role will guide day-to-day financial activities, provide oversight across core accounting functions, and help maintain accurate and timely reporting. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership in close processes, balance sheet review, and project-based financial analysis, with additional value placed on experience related to grant accounting and billing. Responsibilities: • Lead daily accounting activities across multiple functional areas, ensuring work is completed accurately and on schedule. • Review journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting documentation to maintain strong financial controls. • Coordinate month-end close efforts and help drive the timely preparation of financial results. • Partner with team members to evaluate project financial data and provide meaningful analysis for business decisions. • Oversee general ledger activity and resolve discrepancies through detailed review and follow-up. • Support accounting operations connected to research or grant-funded programs, including billing and related financial tracking when applicable. • Provide guidance to accounting staff and help prioritize workloads across corporate and research-focused responsibilities. • Assist with operational changes, including process updates or system-related adjustments, as needed.
2026-08-07T00:00:00Z

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>
2026-08-07T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

McLean, VA
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Permanent / Full Time
87000 - 90000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Sr. Accountant to support core accounting operations in McLean, Virginia. This role will oversee daily financial activity, contribute to accurate month-end reporting, and help maintain strong controls across cash, payroll, and general ledger processes. The ideal candidate brings solid reconciliation experience, strong systems knowledge, and the ability to analyze financial data across multiple business levels. Responsibilities: • Manage event-related accounting activities, including preparing financial settlements, tracking related costs, producing timely financial summaries, and posting supporting journal entries. • Record payroll activity in the general ledger for recurring payroll cycles and period-end accruals while ensuring accuracy and completeness. • Post daily cash receipts to the accounting records and maintain organized documentation for all receipt activity. • Analyze account activity at both the facility and corporate level to identify variances, support reporting, and improve accuracy. • Reconcile incoming cash transactions, apply accounts receivable receipts appropriately, and maintain up-to-date cash journals. • Complete monthly bank reconciliations and balance sheet account reconciliations to support a reliable close process. • Review accounts payable invoices in the designated accounting system to confirm proper coding and processing. • Assist with additional accounting assignments and operational priorities as needed.
2026-08-07T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

McLean, VA
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Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 110000 USD / Yearly
Are you a Senior Accountant or experienced Big 4 Auditor looking to take your career to the next level within a dynamic and complex corporate finance environment? This is your opportunity to step into a high-impact role where you’ll collaborate with executive leadership, hone your financial reporting expertise, and contribute to organizational initiatives across departments. We are seeking a motivated Corporate Accounting Analyst to support the Chief Accounting Officer and Corporate Controller as a key member of the Finance team. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, values ownership and accountability, and is eager to grow into a leadership position. Key Responsibilities Financial Reporting & Analysis:- Work with multi-layered, multi-division financial reporting structures, including approximately 50 subsidiaries, an expanding international footprint, and shared service centers.- Perform intercompany eliminations, currency conversions, general ledger reconciliations, corporate allocations, and adjusting journal entries.- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for internal and external purposes.- Assist with annual financial audits and corporate tax preparation.- Contribute to automation initiatives by working with internal programmers to streamline transactions, reporting, and reconciliations. Budgeting, Forecasting, and Strategic Initiatives:- Support corporate budgeting, forecasting, and controls, including analyzing and reporting on - revenue, overhead costs, cash flow, and staffing fluctuations.- Partner with the Chief Accounting Officer and Corporate Controller to drive Finance Department initiatives, including internal control enhancements and the adoption of new accounting standards.- Periodically participate in cross-departmental activities, such as HR, legal, and procurement initiatives. Cross-Functional Collaboration:- Communicate and coordinate effectively with operating divisions, corporate departments, and external financial partners.- Contribute to finance department process improvements and strategic corporate initiatives. Please apply directly to this post for consideration. If you have additional questions, please contact Lee Chernett, VP at Robert Half Finance & Accounting, via LinkedIn.
2026-08-07T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Washington, DC
remote
Temporary / Contract
35.625 - 50 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to support core accounting operations and provide reliable financial reporting for a Long-term Contract position. This role will oversee essential close activities, strengthen account accuracy, and deliver timely insight through reconciliations, accrual tracking, cash application, and reporting. The ideal candidate brings strong general ledger expertise, sound judgment, and the ability to manage priorities in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities:• Lead month-end close activities by preparing and reviewing journal entries, analyzing balances, and helping ensure financial records are completed accurately and on schedule.• Manage general ledger accounting tasks, including maintaining account integrity and investigating discrepancies that affect reporting results.• Record and monitor accruals to support accurate period-end financial statements and proper expense recognition.• Apply customer payments and post cash transactions promptly while resolving variances related to receipts and account activity.• Perform detailed account and bank reconciliations, researching outstanding items and clearing exceptions in a timely manner.• Produce ad hoc financial reports and analyses to support business decisions, audit requests, and management review.• Maintain and update aging dashboards and other pre-built reporting tools to improve visibility into outstanding balances and trends.• Partner with internal stakeholders to gather documentation, answer accounting questions, and support day-to-day financial operations.
2026-08-04T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Alexandria, VA
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Permanent / Full Time
80000 - 90000 USD / Yearly
My client is looking for a Senior Accountant to join their team, within the non-profit industry, based in Alexandria, VA. The ideal candidate for the Senior Accountant role will have non-profit experience and be responsible for assisting with the month end close procedures, maintaining the general ledger accounts, reconciling balance sheet accounts, creating deferred revenue schedules, overseeing accounts payable and accounts receivable processes, monitoring daily cash balances, posting journal entries and assisting with other ad hoc projects. This non-profit organization offers excellent benefits; including medical benefits, opportunities for growth and great work-life balance. Daily responsibilities of the Senior Accountant include: · Perform month-end close duties.· Create deferred revenue schedules.· Monitor daily cash balances.· General ledger maintenance.· Reconcile AP and AR accounts.· Prepare financial statements.· Research and maintaining compliance US GAAP.
2026-08-04T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Gaithersburg, MD
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Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 110000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Sr. Accountant to join our team. This role is ideal for an accounting specialist who enjoys managing complex ledger activity, supporting a timely close process, and strengthening financial accuracy across the organization. The position also offers the opportunity to contribute to acquisition-related accounting work and help improve processes within a collaborative, growth-focused environment. Responsibilities: • Manage designated balance sheet and income statement accounts, including more technical areas such as debt activity, fixed assets, intercompany transactions, rent, and lease accounting, while maintaining accurate entries and organized support schedules. • Contribute to the monthly close by preparing journal entries, completing reconciliations, recording accruals, and investigating fluctuations to ensure reliable financial results. • Assist with acquisition integration activities by reviewing acquired opening balances, validating trial balance data, supporting purchase accounting adjustments, and reconciling amounts to transaction documents. • Create and refine accounting procedures, close workflows, and documentation practices that improve consistency, scalability, and efficiency across the finance function. • Prepare recurring internal financial reporting materials and management summaries, and support external reporting needs such as lender-related compliance submissions. • Partner on internal control efforts by identifying areas of risk and helping strengthen accounting procedures and related documentation. • Perform targeted financial analysis, research accounting guidance for non-routine matters, and contribute to special projects as business needs arise. • Support productivity improvements by identifying opportunities to use automation, AI, and other tools to streamline accounting processes.
2026-08-03T00:00:00Z

Senior Accountant

Arlington, VA
onsite
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.
2026-07-28T00:00:00Z

Senior Accountant

Arlington, VA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
115000 - 130000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Sr. Accountant to join a growing financial services organization in Arlington, Virginia. This role supports alternative investment vehicles and related entities through core accounting, reporting, and financial analysis activities. The ideal candidate brings strong knowledge of U.S. accounting practices, thrives in a fast-moving environment, and uses technology effectively to improve accuracy and efficiency. Responsibilities: • Build a thorough understanding of the firm's private investment offerings, including fund terms, fee methodologies, and performance-related calculations. • Oversee accounting records for funds and affiliated entities by coordinating with fund administrators and ensuring transactions are recorded accurately and completely. • Prepare financial analyses, projections, and custom reporting to support business needs and leadership decision-making. • Address information requests from current and prospective investors with clear, accurate, and timely responses. • Draft financial statements and examine supporting schedules in preparation for the annual U.S. audit process. • Partner with external tax advisors to support yearly tax return preparation and required filings. • Review investor-specific provisions, side arrangements, and contractual terms to help ensure ongoing compliance. • Contribute to process enhancements, internal controls, and other operational priorities as business needs evolve.
2026-07-27T00:00:00Z