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16 results for Cost Accountant in Hagerstown, MD

Staff Accountant
  • Frederick, MD
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 80000 - 90000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for a meticulous and client-focused Staff Accountant to join our team in Frederick, Maryland. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment and has a passion for delivering accurate financial solutions. As a key member of our accounting team, you will manage multiple client accounts and contribute to the success of our organization.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee a portfolio of client accounts, ensuring the timely and accurate delivery of accounting services.</p><p>• Lead meetings with clients to present financial reports and address any inquiries or discrepancies.</p><p>• Analyze financial statements to identify trends, variances, and areas of concern.</p><p>• Communicate with clients professionally and promptly to build strong working relationships.</p><p>• Prepare and finalize monthly financial reports using QuickBooks.</p><p>• Investigate and resolve accounting discrepancies and data-related issues.</p><p>• Collaborate with internal teams to enhance workflow efficiency and ensure client satisfaction.</p><p>• Assist in training new accounting team members as needed.</p>
  • 2026-04-06T00:00:00Z
Staff Accountant
  • Boiling Springs, PA
  • onsite
  • Contract / Temporary to Hire
  • 28 - 30 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our manufacturing company. This position offers an excellent opportunity for growth and skill development. The ideal candidate will have experience in sales tax and general accounting functions, including working with the general ledger and reconciling accounts.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p><br></p><p>• Prepare and review corporate tax returns to ensure compliance with regulations.</p><p>• Manage sales tax processes, including calculations and filings.</p><p>• Record and reconcile journal entries in the general ledger.</p><p>• Perform account reconciliations to maintain accurate financial records.</p><p>• Assist in the preparation and analysis of financial statements.</p><p>• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure accurate reporting and documentation.</p><p>• Maintain organized and up-to-date accounting records.</p><p>• Support audits by providing relevant documentation and explanations.</p><p>• Identify and resolve discrepancies in financial data.</p><p>• Utilize accounting software, including JD Edwards or comparable systems, for efficient processing.</p>
  • 2026-04-15T00:00:00Z
Staff Accountant
  • Shippensburg, PA
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 29 - 31 USD / Hourly
  • <p>A well-established manufacturing and distribution organization in the Shippensburg area is seeking a Staff Accountant to support day-to-day accounting operations and monthly close activities. This role offers hands-on exposure across general ledger accounting, reporting, and process improvement, with room to grow within a stable finance team.</p><p><br></p><p>Why Work Here:</p><p><br></p><ul><li>Stable, privately owned company with a strong local presence</li><li>Broad exposure to the full accounting lifecycle, not siloed work</li><li>Supportive leadership and collaborative team environment</li><li>Opportunity to grow skills and advance within the accounting function</li><li>On-site role with consistent hours and a predictable schedule</li></ul><p>Key Responsibilities:</p><p><br></p><ul><li>Prepare and post journal entries; maintain accurate general ledger accounts</li><li>Assist with monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes</li><li>Perform account reconciliations (bank, balance sheet, and select P&amp;L accounts)</li><li>Support accounts payable and accounts receivable activities as needed</li><li>Assist with inventory accounting, cost tracking, and variance analysis</li><li>Participate in internal reporting, audit preparation, and documentation</li><li>Collaborate with operations and finance team members to improve processes</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-03-27T00:00:00Z
Staff Accountant
  • Herndon, VA
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 31 - 35 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Our client in Herndon is seeking a talented staff accountant to join their team.</p>
  • 2026-03-20T00:00:00Z
Staff Accountant
  • Sterling, VA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 75000 - 92000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>My client in Loudon County, VA, a well-respected, well-established, and growing ($2B+ in revenue) construction company, is looking for a detail-oriented project accountant to join their team. This role focuses on managing financial operations for construction projects, ensuring accurate cost tracking, compliance, and profitability analysis. You will be assigned a very large construction project along with smaller less complex projects. This job is primarily onsite 4-5 days. This is a project accountant position and the company favors candidates with construction experience.</p><p><br></p><ul><li><strong>Project Billings</strong>: Compile, prepare, and analyze monthly project billings in accordance with contract requirements.</li><li><strong>Financial Analysis</strong>: Perform financial analysis and reconcile project costs against the project budget.</li><li><strong>Vendor Compliance Management</strong>: Oversee vendor compliance, including managing insurance, lien waivers, retention, and W-9s.</li><li><strong>Cost Tracking and Reporting</strong>: Produce and analyze job performance and profitability through job cost tracking reports.</li><li><strong>Status Reporting and Budget Maintenance</strong>: Assist in the preparation of status reports while maintaining accurate project statuses and budget information.</li><li><strong>Issue Resolution</strong>: Identify and resolve both basic and complex project-related accounting issues in a timely manner.</li></ul><p><br></p><p>If you are interested in this position, please apply to this posting or send your resume in confidence to Cesario Brooks. Find me on LinkedIn.</p>
  • 2026-03-26T00:00:00Z
Staff Accountant
  • Potomac, MD
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 75000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for a detail-oriented 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&#39;s, recs, AP, AR, GL and month end close. This role is 3 days/week in the office, and the comp range is 75K-100K in base salary. 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>
  • 2026-03-31T00:00:00Z
Budget Analyst
  • Herndon, VA
  • remote
  • Temporary
  • 30 - 35 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Budget Analyst to join our team on a long-term contract basis in Herndon, Virginia. In this role, you will play a vital part in managing contract billing, budgeting, and cost allocation processes to ensure financial accuracy and compliance. This position requires strong analytical skills, proficiency in spreadsheets, and a commitment to maintaining accurate financial records.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Support contract billing processes to ensure timely and accurate invoicing.</p><p>• Analyze and allocate program expenses to appropriate projects, ensuring compliance with budgetary guidelines.</p><p>• Collaborate with procurement teams to align program budgets with forecasts and project codes.</p><p>• Monitor and review program expenses against approved budgets to identify discrepancies and recommend adjustments.</p><p>• Utilize government billing tools to track and manage financial data effectively.</p><p>• Ensure adherence to financial policies and procedures while maintaining high standards of accuracy.</p>
  • 2026-04-10T00:00:00Z
Sr. Accountant
  • Sterling, VA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 90000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
  • <p><strong>Senior Accountant | Dulles, VA | On-site</strong></p><p>Are you a motivated accounting professional looking to further your career in a dynamic, collaborative environment with international operations? We are seeking a detail-oriented Senior Accountant to play a hands-on role in full-cycle GL accounting, financial reporting, analysis, and special projects. This is an excellent opportunity to gain visibility with senior finance leadership while contributing to critical accounting processes and organizational goals for a dynamic organization that is a world leader in their field and has more than doubled their revenue over the last decade.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><p><strong>General Ledger &amp; Month-End Close</strong></p><ul><li>Support the month-end closing process by reconciling assigned accounts and preparing/posting journal entries.</li><li>Complete bank and other account reconciliations accurately and on schedule.</li></ul><p><strong>Financial Reporting &amp; Analysis</strong></p><ul><li>Assist the Senior Controller and Controller in preparing monthly financial statements.</li><li>Provide revenue and expense analysis for month-end and ad hoc reporting needs.</li><li>Support the team during year-end audits and the annual budget process.</li><li>Participate in other financial analysis initiatives as assigned.</li></ul><p><strong>Cross-Departmental Collaboration &amp; Support</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare schedules, research accounting issues, and work daily with Staff Accountants, Accounts Payable, Controllers, and accounting systems staff.</li><li>Back up team members as needed and assist in the training of new employees.</li><li>Take initiative on special projects and demonstrate a strong team-oriented mindset.</li></ul><p><strong>Why Apply?</strong></p><ul><li>You&#39;ll have direct access to senior finance leaders, with opportunities for mentorship, growth, and significant impact.</li><li>The environment is supportive, team-driven, and designed for those who thrive with autonomy, accountability, and proactively look for opportunities to improve.</li><li>You will play an integral role in a fast-paced finance team, expanding your technical skills and business acumen.</li></ul><p>If you are ready to take the next step in your accounting career and make meaningful contributions while growing professionally, we invite you to apply today!</p>
  • 2026-04-02T00:00:00Z
Sr. Accountant
  • Frederick, MD
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 90000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for a meticulous and client-focused Staff Accountant to join our team in Frederick, Maryland. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment and has a passion for delivering accurate financial solutions. As a key member of our accounting team, you will manage multiple client accounts and contribute to the success of our organization.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee a portfolio of client accounts, ensuring the timely and accurate delivery of accounting services.</p><p>• Lead meetings with clients to present financial reports and address any inquiries or discrepancies.</p><p>• Analyze financial statements to identify trends, variances, and areas of concern.</p><p>• Communicate with clients professionally and promptly to build strong working relationships.</p><p>• Prepare and finalize monthly financial reports using QuickBooks.</p><p>• Investigate and resolve accounting discrepancies and data-related issues.</p><p>• Collaborate with internal teams to enhance workflow efficiency and ensure client satisfaction.</p><p>• Assist in training new accounting team members as needed.</p>
  • 2026-04-06T00:00:00Z
Senior Tax Accountant
  • Rockville, MD
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 95000 - 105000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Our client is a rapidly growing, well capitalized world leader in their sector, is recruiting for their new Senior Tax Accountant. This challenging position will be responsible for corporate tax compliance, income tax provisions, and partnership taxation. The role will manage complex tax processes and build effective relationships across various departments as the company moves forward with cutting edge new energy projects. This exciting Senior Tax Accountant position will clearly allow you to add your signature on the organization as the company’s reach expands. Reporting to a talented Tax Manager, who is known to be a strong mentor, you will: </p><p><br></p><p>• Oversee and monitor income tax payments, including quarterly estimates, extensions, and annual tax returns for partnership funds.</p><p>• Maintain and coordinate the tax compliance calendar, ensuring alignment with external service providers.</p><p>• Handle communications from federal and state tax authorities, including tracking, documenting, and responding to tax notices.</p><p>• Facilitate annual nexus reviews for income tax compliance.</p><p>• Review and interpret legal documents and contracts to ensure accurate tax reporting.</p><p>• Collaborate with teams across Accounting, Finance, Asset Management, and other departments to gain insights into financial performance and transactions.</p><p>• Utilize technological tools to streamline workflows and enhance efficiency in tax processes.</p><p>• Perform additional tasks and responsibilities as assigned to support the tax function.</p><p><br></p><p> Your base pay will depend on your skills, experience, certifications and other business needs. The client offers medical benefits as part of their compensation package. </p><p> </p><p>Please submit your resume in confidence to Raj Khanna, Senior Vice President, Robert Half for immediate consideration for this or one of our</p><p>many current openings in the Washington, DC Metro area.</p>
  • 2026-03-31T00:00:00Z
Senior Accountant
  • Rockville, MD
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 90000 - 110000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are seeking a Senior Accountant with renewable energy experience to assist our client with their day-to-day operations in their Rockville MD office. The ideal person for the Senior Accountant position will have experience of accounting under IFRS, preparing monthly financial reports, experience with preparing appropriate journal entries and an overall understanding of accounting for renewable energy in compliance with IFRS and US GAAP standards. This organization offers great opportunities for growth, excellent benefit package and good work-life balance.</p><p><br></p><p>Daily responsibilities of the Senior Accountant include:</p><p><br></p><p>·      Prepare monthly financial reports</p><p>·      Ensure accounting is in compliance with IFRS</p><p>·      Prepare appropriate journal entries</p><p>·      Research renewable energy accounting principles</p><p>·      Ensure company is in compliance with regulatory agencies</p>
  • 2026-03-31T00:00:00Z
Senior Accountant
  • Rockville, MD
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 95000 - 110000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Our client is a rapidly growing, well capitalized world leader in their sector, is recruiting for their new Senior Accountant. This visible and challenging position will provide hands on financial reporting, technical accounting and audit support as the company moves forward with cutting edge new energy projects. This role will clearly allow you to add your signature on the organization as the company’s reach expands. Reporting to a talented Controller who is known to be a strong mentor, core responsibilities for this Senior Accountant will be to:</p><p> </p><p>• Prepare financial statements that adhere to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).</p><p>• Oversee financial activities including general ledger maintenance, cost accounting, budgeting, and financial analysis.</p><p>• Manage the monthly accounting close process and prepare detailed fund partnership reports.</p><p>• Collaborate across teams such as Finance, Asset Management, Legal, and Transactions to ensure accurate reporting and compliance.</p><p>• Conduct reconciliations and maintain proper documentation within financial accounting systems.</p><p>• Support external audit processes by providing necessary documentation and responding to inquiries.</p><p>• Apply knowledge of GAAP accounting topics, including fixed assets, leases, asset retirement obligations, taxes, and debt.</p><p>• Recommend and implement improvements to systems, policies, and procedures for enhanced accuracy and efficiency.</p><p>• Support the exciting new systems implementation that is in process.</p><p> </p><p>Your base pay will depend on your skills, experience, certifications and other business needs. The client offers strong overall benefits as part of their compensation package including medical benefits. </p><p> </p><p>Please submit your resume in confidence to Raj Khanna, Senior Vice President, Robert Half for immediate consideration for this or one of our many current openings in the Washington, DC Metro area.</p><p><br></p>
  • 2026-03-24T00:00:00Z
Accounting Clerk
  • Herndon, VA
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 19 - 22 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Our client in Herndon is seeking a talented accounting clerk to join their team.</p>
  • 2026-03-20T00:00:00Z
Accounting Specialist
  • Lansdowne, VA
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 25.65 - 29.7 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounting Specialist to join our team in Leesburg, Virginia. In this long-term contract role, you will handle a variety of accounting tasks, including invoicing, auditing, and assisting with monthly financial processes. This is an excellent opportunity to apply your expertise with accounting software and contribute to the financial accuracy and efficiency of our organization.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare and issue client invoices while ensuring pricing is accurately reflected in the system.<br>• Assist in generating and distributing monthly accounts receivable (AR) statements.<br>• Audit invoices to confirm proper documentation and payment accuracy.<br>• Perform account reconciliations and resolve discrepancies in financial records.<br>• Manage updates to pricing structures in internal systems as needed.<br>• Utilize software such as QuickBooks, Sage, and internal tools for accounting processes.<br>• Support billing functions, including contract pricing and adjustments.<br>• Generate financial reports and provide insights to support decision-making.<br>• Collaborate with the team on various accounting-related projects and tasks.
  • 2026-04-16T00:00:00Z
Accounting Manager
  • Carlisle, PA
  • remote
  • Temporary
  • 0 - 0 USD / Yearly
  • <p><strong>Accounting Manager </strong></p><p> </p><p>A client of ours is looking for an Accounting Manager for a contract role. The Accounting Manager will provide hands-on accounting leadership and analytical support for business units across the United States and Canada. This role is responsible for accurate financial accounting, compliance, and reporting related to complex transactions, asset management, and operational activities. The position requires strong technical accounting expertise, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently within a manufacturing or operational environment. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities of Accounting Manager </strong></p><ul><li>Perform detailed analysis and accounting for complex financial transactions, including capital projects, fixed assets, depreciation, capital and operating leases, deferred warranty revenue, and cash activity including wire transfers.</li><li>Prepare and post journal entries and complete comprehensive account reconciliations for bank accounts, leases, environmental reserves, intercompany accounts, receivables, allowances, bad debt, and revenue recognition.</li><li>Manage property, plant, and equipment accounting, including construction in progress, asset additions and disposals, and depreciation schedules.</li><li>Support warranty accounting processes, including deferred revenue recognition and tracking.</li><li>Ensure accurate intercompany balancing and reconciliation across business entities.</li><li>Utilize JD Edwards (JDE) ERP accounting modules to execute accounting activities efficiently and accurately.</li><li>Follow established accounting procedures, policies, and controls, while developing or updating work instructions where documentation is incomplete or outdated.</li><li>Collaborate cross-functionally to support audits, reporting requirements, and continuous process improvements.</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-04-14T00:00:00Z
Full Charge Bookkeeper/Staff Accountant
  • Westminster, MD
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 65000 - 75000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Robert Half has a new direct-hire opportunity for a Bookkeeper for a company located near Westminster, MD area. The ideal candidate will be responsible for performing general and operational accounting duties. This position will give you the opportunity to grow your accounting knowledge and experience. Our client also offers 100% paid health benefits! Must be comfortable being the sole accountant for the business and partnering with an outside accounting firm as needed. If interested, please apply to this posting or contact Cody Marshall at Robert Half to learn more.</p><p><br></p><p>Essential Functions</p><ul><li>Reconcile bank accounts monthly; verify deposits, and address inquiries from banks</li><li>Help with all operational accounting</li><li>Prepare journal entries</li><li>Assist with month-end close responsibilities</li><li>Post prepaid and accrued expenses journal entries</li><li>Bank reconciliations</li><li>Accounts payables and receivables</li><li>Complete special projects and other duties as assigned</li><li>Reporting for anything finance and accounting related</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-04-07T00:00:00Z