<p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Real Estate Staff Accountant to join a dynamic real estate development organization based in Montgomery County (off of I-270). This role is integral to ensuring the accuracy and completeness of financial records across a diverse portfolio of commercial, residential, and retail properties. As part of the accounting team, the Staff Accountant will collaborate closely with the Controller and other team members to maintain compliance with financial standards and support key accounting functions.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>· Perform accounts payable activities, including invoice processing, coding, and payment preparation, and record related general ledger entries and supporting documentation in accordance with established policies and controls</p><p>· Perform accounts receivable and cash receipts activities, including recording deposits, posting receipts, and supporting routine collections tracking and reporting</p><p>· Support the month-end close process through timely preparation of assigned reconciliations, schedules, and supporting documentation, including bank and credit card reconciliations</p><p>· Support intercompany accounting activities, including recording intercompany journal entries, monitoring balances, and preparing related billings</p><p>· Prepare assigned financial reports and supporting schedules for internal reporting, tax preparation, and compliance requirements</p><p>· Maintain organized, accurate, and auditable workpapers to support review and approval processes</p><p>· Identify discrepancies, issues, or variances and escalate in accordance with established procedures and review protocols</p><p>· Coordinate with the Controller, Accounting Managers, and other team members to resolve routine accounting questions, follow-ups, and information requests</p><p><br></p><p>The ideal candidate for this Staff Accountant role will have a BS in Accounting, 3+ years of accounting experience coming out of another real estate company, professional services or a multi-entity environment and experience preparing JE's, recs, AP, AR, GL and month end close. This role is 2-3 days/week in the office, and the comp range is 75K-100K in base salary. Fantastic Controller to work for!!! To apply to this Staff 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.</p>
<p>Robert Half has a new direct-hire opportunity for an Accounts Receivable Supervisor in Columbia, MD. This role is responsible for overseeing the full AR cycle, with a strong emphasis on evaluating credit risk, optimizing collections strategies, and improving cash flow. The ideal candidate brings both analytical rigor and leadership capability, ensuring the team operates efficiently while maintaining strong customer relationships. If interested, please apply directly to this posting or contact Cody Marshall at Robert Half to learn more. </p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p><strong>Credit Management</strong></p><ul><li>Establish, review, and enforce customer credit policies and procedures</li><li>Evaluate creditworthiness of new and existing customers using financial data, credit reports, and payment history</li><li>Set and adjust credit limits based on risk assessment</li><li>Partner with Sales and Finance to balance revenue growth with risk mitigation</li></ul><p><strong>Collections Oversight</strong></p><ul><li>Supervise daily collections activities to ensure timely resolution of outstanding invoices</li><li>Develop and implement effective collection strategies to reduce DSO (Days Sales Outstanding)</li><li>Handle escalated collection issues and negotiate payment plans when necessary</li><li>Monitor aging reports and drive accountability for delinquent accounts</li></ul><p><strong>Accounts Receivable Operations</strong></p><ul><li>Ensure accuracy and timeliness of invoicing and payment posting</li><li>Maintain compliance with internal controls and audit requirements</li><li>Identify and implement process improvements and automation opportunities</li></ul><p><strong>Team Leadership</strong></p><ul><li>Lead, coach, and develop a team of AR specialists</li><li>Set performance goals, track KPIs, and conduct regular performance reviews</li><li>Foster a collaborative and accountable team environment</li></ul><p><strong>Reporting & Analysis</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare and present AR metrics, including aging, DSO, and bad debt reserves</li><li>Analyze trends and provide actionable insights to leadership</li><li>Support month-end close and financial reporting activities</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounting Clerk to join our team in Baltimore, Maryland. In this role, you will assist with various accounting tasks, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in financial transactions. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and has a strong foundation in accounts payable and receivable.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions with precision and timeliness.</p><p>• Manage invoice generation, tracking, and processing to ensure accurate payment records.</p><p>• Perform data entry tasks to maintain up-to-date and error-free financial records.</p><p>• Reconcile discrepancies in financial data and resolve issues promptly.</p><p>• Assist in preparing reports and summaries related to accounting activities.</p><p>• Collaborate with team members to streamline accounting processes and improve efficiency.</p><p>• Support audits and ensure compliance with financial policies and regulations.</p><p>• Maintain confidentiality and security of financial records and information.</p><p>• Communicate effectively with vendors and clients to address billing inquiries.</p>
<p>We are looking for an Accounts Receivable Specialist to join our team in Columbia, Maryland. In this role, you will manage billing processes, collections, and invoicing while supporting the financial operations of the company. This role sits on site full-time Monday-Friday and offers strong benefits and ability to be cross-trained in other areas.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process and manage accounts receivable tasks, including billing and invoicing customers accurately.</p><p>• Follow up on outstanding payments and handle collections when necessary.</p><p>• Assist in filing sales taxes and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.</p><p>• Support the Controller with special projects as needed.</p><p>• Collaborate with internal teams to streamline financial operations and maintain accurate records.</p><p>• Utilize QuickBooks for accounting tasks and reporting, if applicable.</p><p>• Build strong relationships with customers to address payment inquiries and concerns.</p><p>• Monitor and reconcile accounts to ensure accuracy in financial data</p>
We are looking for an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist to join our team on a contract basis in Washington, District of Columbia. In this role, you will handle various aspects of accounts payable, including grant-related financial tasks and invoice processing. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute your expertise in managing financial data and supporting the organization's financial operations.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process and manage invoices, ensuring accuracy and timely payment.<br>• Record financial transactions for private grants and assist in creating grant-related budgets.<br>• Generate detailed financial reports for grants to support decision-making and compliance.<br>• Serve as a backup to the primary accounts payable staff, stepping in to ensure workflow continuity.<br>• Review grant documentation to accurately record financial information and meet organizational standards.<br>• Maintain and update spreadsheets for tracking indirect costs and other financial data.<br>• Collaborate with team members to forecast indirect cost rates and support budget planning.<br>• Ensure compliance with financial policies and procedures across all 54 organizational chapters.
<p><strong>Tax Supervisor – On-site | Reston, VA | $120-130K+</strong></p><p>Are you a driven tax professional ready to lead and innovate? We are seeking an experienced Tax Supervisor for our dynamic on-site team in Reston, VA. Join a collaborative, detail-oriented environment where your expertise will drive compliance, support strategic financial initiatives, and help shape process improvements. The Tax Supervisor oversees income tax provision and accounting, ensuring robust compliance and reporting for income and non-income taxes, including Sales & Use tax, Personal Property tax, Business Licenses, Annual Reports, and Federal and State income tax filings. You’ll also contribute to tax planning, audit support, and process enhancements—helping minimize risk and optimize costs.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Manage all aspects of domestic income, franchise, and gross receipts tax compliance: federal, state, and local returns; quarterly estimated payments; annual extensions; and monthly account reconciliations.</li><li>Calculate and review book-to-tax adjustments, state apportionment, and state modifications.</li><li>Prepare and oversee income tax calculations, payments, and returns.</li><li>Prepare and review year-end tax provision packets, including Effective Tax Rate analysis, Uncertain Tax Positions (UTP), exposure analysis, and all related documentation.</li><li>Identify tax issues and opportunities with minimal guidance, demonstrating strong analytical skills.</li><li>Maintain up-to-date knowledge of tax law and compliance software.</li><li>Train, coach, and develop tax staff.</li><li>Proactively expand your tax expertise through regular continuing education and training.</li></ul><p><strong>What You’ll Gain:</strong></p><ul><li>Stability and upward mobility with a company whose financial growth consistently leads its industry.</li><li>Industry-leading tools, training, and comprehensive benefits.</li><li>Participation in an employee stock ownership profit-sharing trust as part of your retirement plan—offering a unique opportunity to benefit from company growth and success.</li><li>Excellent work life balance (not public accounting hours), phenomenal people & culture.</li></ul><p>If you’re seeking an engaging tax leadership role with genuine opportunities for career growth and financial reward, apply today to join a high-performing team that values expertise, innovation, and development.</p>
<p>Our client, a privately owned real estate firm involved in real estate investment, development and property management worldwide is one of the largest real estate organizations in the world and they are looking for a Senior Property Accountant. This Senior Property Accountant will be responsible for ensuring the accuracy and propriety of all financial data and reports. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:</p><ul><li>Collaborate closely with Controller, Property/Project Manager, and Accountants to maintain the accuracy of accounting, financial reporting, and construction draw processes, when required.</li><li>Create funding requests for both investors and lenders.</li><li>Perform treasury-related tasks, which include initiating wire transfers for distributions, debt service, and other periodic or special payments.</li><li>Analyze accounts receivable (AR) aging to evaluate collectability and recommend write-offs or reserves as needed.</li><li>Support the Property Management team with analysis of accounts receivable data to assist in collection efforts, if necessary.</li><li>Post journal entries to the general ledger, ensuring compliance with GAAP or other applicable accounting standards. If relevant, review journal entries prepared by Accountants or external parties to ensure accuracy and alignment with accounting principles.</li><li>Manage project/property reporting schedules and draw calendars.</li><li>Execute month-end close tasks, including preparing and reviewing reconciliations of complex accounts.</li><li>Conduct thorough reviews and analyses of the general ledger.</li><li>Accurately calculate, invoice, and record Property/Development Management fees and Construction Management fees in a timely manner.</li><li>Oversee fixed asset records by setting up and tracking new assets and processing monthly depreciation/amortization.</li><li>Prepare monthly and quarterly financial statements along with detailed supporting schedules, in coordination with the Property/Project Manager to ensure correctness.</li><li>Create lender-related reserve, escrow, or draw requests (including tenant improvements, commissions, and capital expenses).</li><li>Investigate accounting standards, draft memorandums outlining positions, and document appropriate treatment for unique or new financial items.</li><li>Provide assistance to the Asset Management and Property Management teams in preparing annual property budgets and reconciling differences between Argus models and budgets/forecasts. Enter approved budgets into relevant accounting systems.</li><li>Compile and submit information required for financial statement and internal audits.</li><li>Generate tax projections and develop tax preparation workpapers as needed.</li><li>Support and mentor new accountants in their respective specialties or product areas to ensure the consistency and accuracy of processes and deliverables.</li><li>Contribute to projects, ad hoc reporting, and analysis for the Accounting team as requested.</li></ul><p>The ideal candidate for this Senior Property Accountant role will have a BS in accounting from an accredited university- 3+ years of public accounting (auditing of real estate companies) or another real estate company doing similar work. This real estate company has a lot to offer an employee since they are a global firm located in the heart of DC. Comp range is 90-110K + 10% bonus and full benefits. To apply to this Senior Property Accountant 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>We are looking for a detail-oriented Bookkeeper to support the financial operations of a small construction company in Maryland. This position is ideal for someone who is comfortable managing day-to-day accounting tasks, maintaining accurate records, and working closely with leadership to keep financial processes organized. The right candidate brings strong QuickBooks Desktop experience, a solid understanding of construction payroll practices, and a clear, approachable communication style.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Maintain accurate financial records for the company using QuickBooks Desktop, ensuring transactions are entered and categorized correctly.</p><p>• Process accounts payable and accounts receivable activities, including invoice tracking, payment posting, and vendor coordination.</p><p>• Prepare payroll with attention to wage scales and construction-related pay requirements.</p><p>• Complete state and local certified payroll reporting in accordance with applicable regulations and deadlines.</p><p>• Reconcile bank accounts and review financial data regularly to identify and resolve discrepancies.</p><p>• Organize bookkeeping documentation and support efficient record retention for ongoing business operations.</p><p>• Work directly with company leadership to provide timely financial information and assist with routine accounting needs.</p><p><br></p><p>All interested candidates in this Bookkeeper role and other fulltime opportunities across Washington, D.C. area please send your resume to Justin Decker via LinkedIn. </p><p> </p><p> </p>
We are looking for a detail-oriented Billing Specialist to support legal billing and collections activities in Baltimore, Maryland. This role oversees the invoicing process from draft billing through final submission, while helping maintain healthy accounts receivable and prompt client payment. The position partners closely with attorneys and administrative staff to deliver accurate billing, resolve submission issues, and keep billing cycles on schedule.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare, review, and finalize client bills within the firm’s billing platform, ensuring charges, rates, and matter details are complete and accurate.<br>• Collaborate with attorneys and paralegals to revise prebills, address billing questions, and move invoices through approval in a timely manner.<br>• Issue client invoices along with any required backup materials or correspondence, making sure documentation aligns with engagement terms.<br>• Manage electronic invoice submissions through client portals, troubleshoot rejections, and resolve compliance-related issues that delay payment.<br>• Apply client billing guidelines and format requirements carefully so invoices meet outside counsel rules and submission deadlines.<br>• Track monthly billing progress, follow up on outstanding items, and help keep recurring billing cycles on target.<br>• Oversee assigned accounts receivable balances by reviewing aging, identifying overdue items, and initiating collection outreach as needed.<br>• Document collection activity and client communications clearly, and prepare billing and receivable status updates for attorneys and leadership.<br>• Assist with reporting and period-end tasks by compiling aging summaries, collection information, and other billing support for monthly, quarterly, and year-end close.
<p>We are seeking an experienced Payroll Specialist for a contract-to-permanent opportunity based in Baltimore, Maryland. This role requires a detail-oriented individual who can efficiently manage high-volume payroll operations with a focus on compliance and accuracy. A strong background in payroll systems, employee onboarding, and compensation analysis, as well as excellent analytical and organizational skills, is essential.</p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee biweekly payroll check distribution, including the receipt and coordination of check mailing or in-person delivery.</li><li>Handle tasks related to check cancellations, overpayments, stop payments, voided checks, and reissuance.</li><li>Process and verify pre-employment requests to facilitate timely and accurate onboarding.</li><li>Run system queries to identify and resolve check address discrepancies, working collaboratively with employees and departments.</li><li>Review and address errors in payroll-related documents, such as tax forms and direct deposit submissions.</li><li>Ensure that all employment and rehire documentation adheres to federal requirements, including compliance with I-9 regulations and retirement selections.</li><li>Monitor and maintain data integrity within human resource systems, resolving issues related to payroll, benefits, and position management.</li><li>Act as the subject matter expert regarding employment classifications for Student and Graduate Assistants, ensuring compliance with relevant requirements.</li><li>Provide technical support and troubleshooting for payroll systems.</li><li>Communicate effectively with internal departments and employees to resolve payroll-related inquiries.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Billing Analyst to support an organization in Baltimore, Maryland. This position focuses on managing the full billing cycle, maintaining accurate invoicing, and overseeing collections activity to help keep client accounts current. The ideal candidate brings prior billing experience, works well with teams, and can handle multiple deadlines with precision in a fast-paced setting.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare, review, and finalize client bills to ensure charges, matter details, and supporting information are complete and accurate.</p><p>• Partner with staff to address billing edits, resolve discrepancies, and move invoices through the approval process efficiently.</p><p>• Issue invoices and related documentation to clients, making sure submissions align with required formats and timing expectations.</p><p>• Manage electronic billing activity by submitting invoices through client portals, monitoring status updates, and correcting rejections or compliance issues.</p><p>• Track assigned accounts receivable balances, follow up on overdue items, and communicate with clients to support timely payment.</p><p>• Maintain organized records of billing actions, collection outreach, client correspondence, and account updates for reporting purposes.</p><p>• Compile aging reports and billing summaries to provide clear visibility into receivables and collection progress for leadership.</p><p>• Contribute to month-end, quarter-end, and year-end finance activities related to billing, cash collection, and account reconciliation.</p>
<p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support a government contractor and public benefit organization serving agencies with complex AP and Employee Expense modernization initiatives. This Long-term Contract opportunity is based in Washington, District of Columbia and is expected to provide accounting coverage during a five-month leave period. The ideal candidate will bring strong day-to-day accounting experience and the ability to manage transactional work accurately in a fast-paced environment. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process employee expense submissions and travel-related reimbursements with accuracy and timeliness.</p><p>• Oversee accounts payable activities, including reviewing vouchers and invoices before entry and payment.</p><p>• Prepare journal entries and maintain accurate supporting documentation for routine accounting transactions.</p><p>• Reconcile balance sheet accounts and keep schedules current to support month-end reporting.</p><p>• Handle a high volume of invoices while ensuring coding, approvals, and records are properly maintained.</p><p>• Assist with daily accounting operations to ensure financial data is complete, organized, and audit-ready.</p>
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our team on a contract basis in Mitchellville, Maryland. In this role, you will oversee essential accounting tasks such as journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reporting while supporting the accuracy and integrity of financial data. This position offers an opportunity to collaborate with various departments and assist with audits, budgets, and process improvements.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts to ensure financial data remains accurate and reliable.<br>• Prepare and post journal entries, accruals, and adjustments in adherence to deadlines.<br>• Support month-end and year-end close processes, including the preparation of financial statements.<br>• Perform account analyses and reconciliations, such as bank and intercompany account reconciliations.<br>• Manage fixed asset records, including tracking construction in progress and maintaining depreciation schedules.<br>• Assist with internal and external audits by preparing required documentation and schedules.<br>• Collaborate with departments like Accounts Payable, Payroll, Purchasing, and Billing to ensure timely and precise data entry into the general ledger.<br>• Coordinate with Accounts Payable and Billing teams for the distribution of monthly payments and statements.<br>• Contribute to budget analysis and reconciliation efforts.<br>• Provide financial support to departmental leaders and assist with special projects or process improvement initiatives.
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our team on a contract basis in Mitchellville, Maryland. In this role, you will oversee essential accounting tasks such as journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reporting while supporting the accuracy and integrity of financial data. This position offers an opportunity to collaborate with various departments and assist with audits, budgets, and process improvements.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts to ensure financial data remains accurate and reliable.<br>• Prepare and post journal entries, accruals, and adjustments in adherence to deadlines.<br>• Support month-end and year-end close processes, including the preparation of financial statements.<br>• Perform account analyses and reconciliations, such as bank and intercompany account reconciliations.<br>• Manage fixed asset records, including tracking construction in progress and maintaining depreciation schedules.<br>• Assist with internal and external audits by preparing required documentation and schedules.<br>• Collaborate with departments like Accounts Payable, Payroll, Purchasing, and Billing to ensure timely and precise data entry into the general ledger.<br>• Coordinate with Accounts Payable and Billing teams for the distribution of monthly payments and statements.<br>• Contribute to budget analysis and reconciliation efforts.<br>• Provide financial support to departmental leaders and assist with special projects or process improvement initiatives.
We are looking for a skilled Treasury Analyst to join our team on a long-term contract basis in Herndon, Virginia. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the organization's financial operations, including cash management, forecasting, and compliance. The ideal candidate will bring a strong analytical mindset, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively with internal and external stakeholders.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Monitor daily bank account balances and reconcile cash positions to ensure accurate tracking of funds.<br>• Process electronic fund transfers (EFTs), wire payments, and organizational transactions with precision.<br>• Assist in preparing and analyzing weekly or monthly cash flow forecasts to optimize financial planning.<br>• Maintain strong relationships with banking partners and verify bank fees for accuracy.<br>• Prepare detailed treasury reports and ensure adherence to internal controls and compliance standards.<br>• Support senior staff by gathering data and conducting analysis to inform decision-making.<br>• Utilize treasury management systems to streamline processes and enhance operational efficiency.<br>• Collaborate with various departments to ensure seamless financial operations and reporting.<br>• Identify trends and discrepancies in financial data, taking corrective measures as necessary.
<p>My client is a multi-faceted, dynamic, nonprofit that is heavily aligned with the real estate, development and lending industries. This person will function as the right hand to the Accounting Manager. This role will have a trajectory for growth and will give the incumbent a wealth of experience in multiple areas. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare and post journal entries for various transactions, including cash activities, accounts payable/receivable, accruals, and interest calculations.</p><p>• Perform routine reconciliations of general ledger accounts, such as cash balances, loan accounts, escrow activities, and prepaid expenses.</p><p>• Support the month-end close process by ensuring deadlines are met and financial data is accurate and complete.</p><p>• Assist with the preparation of internal financial reports, schedules, and documentation for audits.</p><p>• Maintain accounting records related to property-level or loan-level transactions, including funding, servicing, payments, and capital expenditures.</p><p>• Monitor daily cash balances and reconcile banking activity with the general ledger.</p><p>• Process vendor invoices, manage accounts payable aging schedules, and ensure proper coding of transactions.</p><p>• Assist with billing, collections, and accounts receivable aging reviews to ensure timely processing.</p><p>• Uphold internal controls across all accounting functions and provide documentation for annual audits.</p><p>• Contribute to system and process improvement initiatives to enhance accounting workflows.</p>
:About the jobMerchant & Gould has been a leader in intellectual property law for more than 100 years. We are recognized as one of the most active filers of patents in the country, and are consistently rated among the top patent, copyright and trademark firms. We currently have an opportunity for a patent prosecution legal assistant. The salary range for the position is $70,000-$95,000, based years of experience.We are looking for a highly skilled patent prosecution legal assistant with five+ years of experience in U.S. patent prosecution. Knowledge and experience with policies and procedures pertaining to the PTO and electronic filing required. The professional we seek must be a positive self-starter, extremely organized, detail-oriented and highly accurate, deadline-driven, have strong computer skills and excellent verbal and written communication skills.Summary of Position (hybrid):Provides client management support for attorney, not limited to written and verbal communications with<br> clients along with maintaining docket and client specific procedures. Assists attorney in prosecuting patent applications in the United States and various foreign countries.In order to perform one (1) or more essential functions of this role, a minimum of three (3) days in the office is required.Responsibilities:Establishes and maintains patent files: opens files, prepares documents for filing including, patent applications, Preliminary Amendments, Information Disclosure Statements, Responses to Missing Parts, Assignments, Amendments, payments of Issue Fees, etc.Reviews all incoming correspondence from U.S. Patent and Trademark Office and foreign associates for essential docketing.Maintain clients' portfolios by being proactive in facilitating communication between attorney and client.Maintains and updates docketing log spreadsheet.On-going verbal and written communication with attorneys, clients and foreign associates.Other administrative tasks and projects as may be assigned.Knowledge,<br> Skills and Abilities Required * BA degree and/or paralegal certificate or minimum of 5 years experience in U.S. patent prosecution.<br><br> * Familiarity with electronic case management systems and USPTO rules and requirements. IPFolio, Memotech, etc. is a plus.<br><br> * Familiarity with the prosecution of U.S. Trademark applications a plus.<br><br> * Ability to work comfortably with advanced computer software (after training) and effectively use and maintain a computer database. Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) required. Possible use of speech-to-text transcription software.<br><br> * Ability to work independently and meet critical deadlines under supervision of attorney.<br><br> * Ability to organize and prioritize numerous tasks and complete them under time constraints.<br><br> * Ability to concentrate on detailed work for up to 80% of work day.<br><br> * Interpersonal skills necessary in order to communicate and follow instructions from a diverse group, includ ...