<p>Our client in <strong>Reston, Virginia</strong> is seeking a <strong>full-time Seasonal Tax Support Associate</strong> to join their team during the upcoming busy season. This role is well-suited for someone with prior experience preparing individual and business returns who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment. The position focuses on tax data entry, document organization, and providing support to licensed tax professionals to ensure timely and accurate processing of returns.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>• Assist with preparing basic individual and business tax returns under supervision</p><p>• Enter tax data and supporting information into internal systems</p><p>• Review W-2s, 1099s, and other tax documents for completeness and accuracy</p><p>• Help maintain organized client files and workpapers</p><p>• Support senior tax staff with simple schedules and reconciliations</p><p>• Assist with department deadlines, extensions, and general administrative tasks</p>
<p>Robert Half is working with a growing CPA firm in Harford County dedicated to providing high-quality tax, accounting, and advisory services to individuals and small businesses. They value accuracy, integrity, and client service, and is seeking a skilled Tax Preparer to join their team. This is a direct-hire opportunity that offers full-benefits and opportunity to work for a well respected organization. If interested, please apply to this posting or contact Cody Marshall at Robert Half to learn more. </p><p><br></p><p>We are looking for an experienced Tax Preparer with a strong background in preparing income tax returns (Form 1040). The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, deadline-driven, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment during tax season while delivering exceptional service to clients.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Prepare and review individual federal and state income tax returns (Form 1040), including:</li><li>Schedules A, B, C, D, and E</li><li>Itemized deductions, credits, and capital gains</li><li>Gather, organize, and analyze client tax documents and financial information</li><li>Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local tax laws and regulations</li><li>Identify tax-saving opportunities and communicate findings to clients and firm leadership</li><li>Respond to client inquiries regarding tax returns and related matters</li><li>Maintain accurate and organized workpapers and documentation</li><li>Assist with tax planning and projections as needed</li><li>Meet firm deadlines and productivity standards during peak tax season</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Our client in <strong>Reston, Virginia</strong> is seeking a <strong>full-time Seasonal Tax Support Associate</strong> to join their team during the upcoming busy season. This role is well-suited for someone with prior experience preparing individual and business returns who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment. The position focuses on tax data entry, document organization, and providing support to licensed tax professionals to ensure timely and accurate processing of returns.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>• Assist with preparing basic individual and business tax returns under supervision</p><p>• Enter tax data and supporting information into internal systems</p><p>• Review W-2s, 1099s, and other tax documents for completeness and accuracy</p><p>• Help maintain organized client files and workpapers</p><p>• Support senior tax staff with simple schedules and reconciliations</p><p>• Assist with department deadlines, extensions, and general administrative tasks</p>
<p>A regional CPA firm is seeking a Tax Accountant to work during tax season</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare and file individual, business, and trust tax returns adhering to all applicable regulations.</p><p>• Utilize QuickBooks and CCH ProSystem to manage tax-related tasks effectively.</p><p>• Conduct thorough reviews of financial records to ensure compliance with IRS requirements.</p><p>• Collaborate with clients to gather necessary financial documentation and address tax-related inquiries.</p><p>• Assist with the preparation of tax projections and planning strategies to optimize client outcomes.</p><p>• Maintain up-to-date knowledge on tax laws and regulations to provide accurate guidance.</p><p>• Ensure all documentation is organized and securely filed for future reference.</p><p>• Support the team by providing insights and recommendations for improving tax preparation processes.</p><p>• Manage client accounts with professionalism and attention to detail.</p><p>• Adhere to workplace health and safety protocols, including vaccination requirements.</p>
<p>Our client, a real estate financial services firm is looking for an experienced Controller to oversee and manage the accounting operations of their organization. This role is pivotal in ensuring accurate financial reporting, maintaining compliance with accounting standards, and implementing strong internal controls to safeguard the integrity of financial data. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in financial systems, leadership capabilities, and a proven track record in multi-entity accounting. Please note for the first 4-6 months this will be a HANDS-ON Controller role and then this position will hire a staff accountant. In addition, there will be travel required for the first 8-12 weeks to help integrate a company they bought. The travel will be on the east coast every other week for a week at a time. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Supervise and execute monthly close processes, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and analysis of intercompany transactions.</p><p>• Develop and refine financial systems, policies, and procedures to ensure timely and accurate maintenance of financial records.</p><p>• Prepare and present comprehensive financial reports at both departmental and organizational levels.</p><p>• Manage accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and general ledger operations to maintain accuracy and completeness.</p><p>• Establish and enforce internal controls to mitigate financial risk and ensure compliance with regulations.</p><p>• Coordinate annual insurance renewals and contribute to risk analysis for all entities.</p><p>• Lead relationships with external auditors, tax specialists, and fund administrators, ensuring timely preparation of audit and tax documentation.</p><p>• Provide mentorship and guidance to the accounting team, fostering attention to detail and effective performance management.</p><p>• Collaborate with department leaders to develop annual budgets, forecasts, and cash flow strategies.</p><p>• Analyze budget allocations to identify cost-saving opportunities and optimize resource distribution.</p><p><br></p><p>The ideal candidate for this role will have a BS degree in Accounting or Finance (CPA preferred), 10+ years of full cycle accounting through financial statement preparation and budgeting/forecasting, SAGE INTACCT, experience with integrating companies, US GAAP, preferably coming out of PE or R/E and the ability to communicate well with various different department heads and partners. Comp range for this role is 130-150K + bonus and benefits. This role is 5 days/week in the office in DC until you are up and running (probably 6 months) and then it can be hybrid (3 days in the office and 2 at home). To apply to this Controller role please do so through this posting, reach out to Caren Bromberg Bach on LinkedIn or call Caren Bach at 301.965.9035. </p>
<p>Our client a cutting-edge publicly traded company in Montgomery County is looking for an experienced Tax Manager with expertise in corporate tax compliance, particularly in the areas of executive compensation and equity awards. In this newly created role, you will act as a strategic partner to teams across Human Resources, Legal, Finance, and Payroll, ensuring tax compliance, reporting, and planning for employee compensation and benefits programs. This position requires a deep understanding of tax regulations related to equity compensation, deferred compensation, payroll, and benefit plans, coupled with strong analytical and communication skills to guide decision-making within the organization.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee multi-jurisdictional tax compliance and reporting for employee compensation and benefits, including equity compensation.</p><p>• Collaborate with Payroll to ensure accurate tax reporting and compliance for executive compensation arrangements, deferred compensation, and specialized programs.</p><p>• Prepare and contribute to executive compensation disclosures for annual proxy statements.</p><p>• Advise stakeholders on tax implications of employee mobility, remote work, relocations, and assignments to ensure compliance with jurisdictional requirements.</p><p>• Support annual compensation reconciliation processes and fringe benefit reporting.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with non-U.S. equity compensation reporting requirements.</p><p>• Monitor developments in federal, state, and international tax laws and assess their impact on compensation and benefits programs.</p><p>• Research and document tax implications of compensation and benefits strategies to inform compliance and decision-making.</p><p>• Conduct financial and tax analyses to evaluate the impact of proposed scenarios and develop actionable recommendations.</p><p>• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance tax compliance efficiency and accuracy, leveraging technology and best practices.</p><p><br></p><p>The ideal candidate for this Tax Manager - Comp & Benefits will have at least 6+ years of experience if you have a CPA, JD or MS and if not 8+ years for a BS in Accounting. This position requires a tax expert in the comp and benefits area including equity comp and ASC 718 plus the ability to work with and communicate well across all levels of the organization. Advanced analytical, problem solving and research skills. Comp range for this Tax Manager - Comp & Benefits role is 130K-160K + bonus and equity. This position is in the office 3 days/week. To apply to this job please do so through this post 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 Accounting Clerk to join our team in Baltimore, Maryland. This long-term contract position offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to payment processing and customer service operations. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational skills, the ability to manage financial transactions, and a commitment to ensuring accuracy in all tasks.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process incoming payments by mail, ensuring all amounts match and are accurately recorded.</p><p>• Calculate penalty and interest charges using established rate charts.</p><p>• Operate office equipment such as copiers, calculators, and fax machines to support daily operations.</p><p>• Collect payments, generate receipts, and ensure proper documentation is attached to relevant files.</p><p>• Upload electronic transaction records to the designated digital filing system and maintain organized physical paperwork.</p><p>• Reconcile daily cash and check receipts, ensuring totals align with system records.</p><p>• Update spreadsheets.</p>
<p><strong>Accounting Manager </strong></p><p><strong>Company Overview:</strong> Join an established leader that has been transforming infrastructure and communities across the DMV for decades. This organization’s body of work covers a wide range of commercial construction, including laboratory spaces, apartment buildings, schools, hotels, logistics hubs, manufacturing sites, local government buildings, and office renovations. Their culture focuses on building relationships, professional growth, and sustainable progress—viewing each project as a chance to cultivate trust and create long-term impact.</p><p><strong>Role Introduction:</strong> This leadership role is charged with directing all core accounting functions for our client’s organization, ranging from transactional processes (payables, receivables, payroll, and job costing) to preparing and delivering accurate financial statements. The role is a strategic partner to executive leadership, sharing timely financial analysis for informed decision-making and driving best-in-class financial practices. Team development is central: the Accounting Manager guides, motivates, and enhances the skills of accounting staff to uphold quality, compliance, and ongoing process innovation.</p><p><strong>Essential Leadership Qualities</strong></p><ul><li><em>Strategic Mindset</em>: Brings clarity and forward-looking perspective, empowering teams to align with our long-term vision.</li><li><em>Relationship Builder</em>: Cultivates trust and engagement across departments; communicates recommendations effectively and motivates action.</li><li><em>Poised Under Pressure</em>: Leads with steadiness and emotional intelligence, even in evolving or complex scenarios.</li><li><em>Collaborative Spirit</em>: Champions shared achievement, fosters teamwork, and strengthens unity to reach organizational objectives.</li><li><em>Continuous Learner</em>: Pursues ongoing growth, welcomes feedback, and adapts to new challenges for sustained professional advancement.</li></ul><p><strong>Core Focus Areas</strong></p><ul><li>Supervise entire accounting lifecycle including payables, receivables, payroll, job costing, and reporting.</li><li>Coordinate and execute monthly, quarterly, and year-end closings with accuracy and transparency.</li><li>Provide business leaders with detailed financial analysis, forecasting, and variance commentary.</li><li>Track project-level budgets and expenditures to guarantee contractual adherence and correct cost allocation.</li><li>Design, implement, and maintain controls to protect financial assets, ensuring adherence to internal policies and regulatory standards.</li><li>Mentor, train, and develop accounting staff through feedback and skill-building initiatives.</li><li>Drive successful collaboration for compliance functions, audit preparation, and tax filings as required by GAAP and relevant authorities.</li><li>Leverage and optimize technology platforms to elevate accounting performance.</li><li>Maintain punctual compliance with all external reporting, business registrations, and tax obligations.</li></ul>
<p>Robert Half is seeking a <strong>Tax Staff</strong> for a well-established company in the Greater Baltimore area. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates with <strong>0–2 years of experience</strong> in public accounting or corporate tax who are looking to grow their career in a collaborative environment. My client is unable to sponsor at this time, and you must be willing to work in the greater Baltimore area 3 days per week. If you are qualified and interested, please apply today or email your resume to Jim Meade at Robert Half.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Why You’ll Love This Role</strong></p><ul><li>Competitive compensation and benefits</li><li>Opportunities for professional development</li><li>Supportive and inclusive workplace culture</li></ul><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare work papers for federal, state, and local income tax returns</li><li>Assist with consolidated and separate income tax filings</li><li>Support quarterly and year-end tax provision analysis</li><li>Develop tax forecasts based on budgets and projections</li><li>Research tax positions and assist with audits</li><li>Stay current on tax legislation</li><li>Participate in special projects as needed</li></ul>
<p>Looking to transition out of public accounting? I'm working with a large real estate developer, investor and property management company who is seeking a Tax Accountant to join their team. Not only do they offer terrific work life balance, but a great opportunity for professional development and to be involved in many areas of a complex business from a tax and accounting perspective. </p><p><br></p><p>Core responsibilities include but are not limited to:</p><p>- Reviewing trial balances and preparation of accounting adjustments as needed to comply with tax accounting</p><p>• Reading lease agreements to determine proper accounting treatment</p><p>• Analyzing expenditures to determine proper capitalization under tax law</p><p>• Tracing interest</p><p>• Maintaining depreciation schedules</p><p>• Partnership allocations</p><p>• Preparing workpapers as needed to support the Tax accounting. </p><p>- Federal, state and property tax return preparation</p><p>• Form 1065 Partnerships (90% of tax preparation will be for Partnerships)</p><p>• Form 1041 Trusts</p><p>• Form 1040 Individual</p><p>• Form 1120 Corporations</p><p>• Personal property tax returns</p><p>• Add 1120S S Corporations</p><p>- Preparation of tax projections </p><p>- Special projects to support accounting functions as needed</p><p>- Use of various software applications</p><p>• Excel, Word</p><p>• Yardi general ledger</p><p>• CCH Global Fx – income tax preparation software</p><p>• CCH ProSystem Fx Fixed Assets</p><p>• CCH ProSystem Fx Workpaper Manager</p><p><br></p><p>Please apply directly to this posting or inquire further by contacting Lee Chernett, VP at Robert Half Finance & Accounting, via LinkedIn or by calling 571.297.9074</p>
<p>Our client, an international real estate company is looking for a couple of divisional Controllers to oversee financial operations and accounting processes within a couple different real estate divisions. This role involves managing accounting records, supervising staff, and ensuring compliance with industry standards and legal agreements. The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience in commercial real estate accounting and leadership to drive accuracy and efficiency across all financial activities.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee the preparation and maintenance of accounting records for assigned projects and entities, ensuring accuracy and compliance.</p><p>• Supervise and develop accounting staff, providing training and guidance to support their growth and attention to detail.</p><p>• Collaborate with internal teams and external parties to ensure effective communication and coordination of financial matters.</p><p>• Manage treasury functions, including bank reconciliations, cash flow projections, and contribution/distribution calculations.</p><p>• Review and approve funding requests, reserves, and write-offs in line with governing agreements.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with legal documents such as loan agreements, joint venture contracts, and property management agreements.</p><p>• Conduct thorough reviews of general ledger entries, monthly and quarterly financial reports, and accounting memos for new or complex items.</p><p>• Maintain and enforce internal controls to preserve asset integrity and reliability of accounting records.</p><p>• Administer audits, including financial statement preparation and internal controls assessments.</p><p>• Provide oversight on tax projections and preparation, ensuring timely and accurate submissions.</p><p><br></p><p>The ideal candidate for these Controller roles will have an active CPA, 6+ years of commercial real estate accounting experience (mixed-use and industrial), forecasting/budgeting, joint ventures, financial statement preparation, strong supervisory skills and the ability to be in an office in DC 3 days/week. Comp range 140-175K + 20% bonus. To apply to this Controller 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>
