We are looking for a detail-oriented Entry-Level Staff Accountant to join our team in Columbia, Maryland. This role offers an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in accounting and tax preparation, including working with payroll tax returns, financial statements, and various tax filings. The ideal candidate is motivated, organized, and eager to develop their skills in a collaborative environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare and file federal and state tax returns, including individual, corporate, partnership, and trust filings.<br>• Assist in compiling financial statements using data provided by clients, such as bank statements and transaction records.<br>• Maintain organized documentation by managing work papers, digital records, and client files securely.<br>• Track and send e-file authorizations while ensuring timely submission of tax-related forms.<br>• Complete extensions and payment vouchers as needed, while updating supervisors on progress.<br>• Monitor and communicate the status of client documents, ensuring readiness for review or delivery.<br>• Use accounting software and tools to create trial balances and support tax preparation processes.<br>• Maintain accurate daily time sheet records using practice management software.<br>• Collaborate with team members to meet deadlines and support seasonal demands, including overtime.<br>• Follow established procedures to ensure compliance with tax codes and accounting principles.
We are looking for a dedicated and detail-driven Full Charge Bookkeeper to join our team in Columbia, Maryland. This long-term contract role will involve managing financial records, performing reconciliations, and assisting with payroll and tax preparation tasks for small business clients. The ideal candidate will possess a positive attitude, strong organizational skills, and a willingness to learn and adapt.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage comprehensive bookkeeping tasks, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and bank reconciliations.<br>• Prepare accurate financial reports using Xero or similar accounting software.<br>• Assist with payroll processing to ensure timely and error-free payments.<br>• Support tax preparation processes for small business clients, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations.<br>• Maintain precise financial records and ensure timely data entry for all transactions.<br>• Utilize Excel for financial reporting, analysis, and data management.<br>• Collaborate with team members to streamline accounting processes and improve efficiency.<br>• Ensure adherence to accounting standards and practices in all tasks performed.
<p>Our client is a rapidly growing and well financed global company in the emerging energy sector. They are recruiting for a Senior Accountant to join their world class team. This is a ground floor opportunity for a talented Senior Accountant to take their career to the next level quickly with a great amount of career runway as this company rapidly builds their finance team and overall infrastructure. This exciting Senior Accountant position will report to a tenured Director and provide accounting support at the corporate level for their cutting edge new global level projects.</p><p> </p><p>Duties for this this exciting Senior Accountant role will include the following:</p><p> </p><p>· Work closely with the corporate accounting team and be a key contributor to the month end and year end accounting close as well as financial reporting</p><p>· Prepare journal entries including monthly accruals, adjusting entries and complex entries to support complex transactions.</p><p>· Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations for accounts assigned and related account schedules</p><p>· Assist with the external audit process and provide supporting schedules and requested information to support the year end external audit and quarterly reviews</p><p>· Support management with the development of key accounting processes as well as design of internal controls</p><p>· As a part of a team, assist with system implementations and related technology projects</p><p>· Work effectively between project operations teams and the corporate accounting team to maintain information flow and hit reporting deadlines</p><p>· Perform ad hoc projects for management as assigned.</p><p> </p><p>Our client offers fully paid medical insurance as part of their overall compensation package in addition to other robust benefits.</p><p> </p><p>Please submit your resume in confidence to Raj Khanna, Senior Vice President at Robert Half or directly via LinkedIn for immediate consideration for this or one of our other active career opportunities in the Washington Metro area.</p><p> </p><p><br></p>
<p>Robert Half has partnered with an industry leader to hire a top-notch Senior Accountant to their dynamic team! Might consider hiring a staff accountant as well DOE! Prior experience in public accounting or working for a private-equity firm / PE owned company is a huge plus! This Senior Accountant MUST bring experience with full cycle accounting including complex journal entries, general ledger account reconciliations, preparing audit workpapers, assisting with financial reporting and more! This is highly respected company and offers a ton of opportunity for exposure and career growth in a dynamic environment!</p><p> </p><p>Must be able to work independently with little direction, however, have a team player mentality and pitch in where necessary to help accomplish a common goal! Do you aspire to become an integral part of a reputable company? Apply today for your next job through Robert Half!</p><p> </p><p>As a Senior Accountant, you will prepare financial statements, analyze and reconcile general ledger accounts, analyze cash flows, flux / variance analysis, prepare audit schedules, handle internal control maintenance and more! </p><p> </p><p>A sample of your responsibilities include:</p><p>- Perform monthly accounting close procedures and deliverables such as journal entries, reconciliations, reports in compliance with GAAP</p><p>- Present Balance Sheet account reconciliations</p><p>- Allocate and prepare monthly P& L reports and balance sheet flux analysis for management</p><p>- Contribute to coordinating quarterly reviews and testing with internal and external auditors</p><p>- Analyze financial information and report on financial results (trends, performance metrics, benchmarks)</p><p>- Manage Ad-hoc projects as necessary</p><p>- Apply oneself to various department-wide initiatives</p><p> </p><p>Apply immediately to be considered as this opportunity will not last long! Please send your resume to Tracy Kaszuba on LinkedIn, or to Tracy.Kaszuba at RobertHalf.</p>
<p>We are looking for a dedicated and detail-oriented <strong>Staff Accountant</strong> to join our team in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. This is a contract-to-hire position, offering the opportunity to transition into a long-term role based on performance. The ideal candidate will possess strong accounting skills and a solid understanding of financial principles, with experience in accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and journal entries. This role requires working fully onsite, with flexibility in scheduling.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage and process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions with accuracy and timeliness.</p><p>• Prepare and post journal entries to maintain an up-to-date and accurate general ledger.</p><p>• Oversee full-cycle payroll processing, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and deadlines.</p><p>• Assist in the preparation and filing of corporate tax returns and sales tax documentation.</p><p>• Reconcile financial statements and accounts on a regular basis to ensure accuracy.</p><p>• Support month-end and year-end closing processes, including financial reporting.</p><p>• Monitor and ensure compliance with accounting policies and procedures.</p><p>• Collaborate with internal teams to address financial discrepancies and resolve issues.</p><p>• Perform audits and reviews to verify data integrity and fiscal accountability.</p>
We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to join our team on a long-term contract basis in Arlington, Virginia. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented individual with strong expertise in Workday and a solid background in accounting practices. The position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to financial operations within the healthcare industry.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage month-end close processes to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.<br>• Oversee general ledger activities, ensuring all accounts are maintained and reconciled accurately.<br>• Prepare and post journal entries related to accruals, adjustments, and other financial transactions.<br>• Perform account reconciliations, including bank reconciliations, to maintain financial integrity.<br>• Conduct thorough audits of financial records to ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulations.<br>• Utilize Workday software to streamline accounting processes and generate financial reports.<br>• Handle accounts receivable tasks, including invoicing, collections, and payment tracking.<br>• Collaborate with billing teams to ensure accurate and timely processing of invoices.<br>• Support financial operations within the healthcare industry, addressing unique accounting challenges.<br>• Provide insights and recommendations to improve efficiency and accuracy in accounting practices.
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our team in Columbia, Maryland. The ideal candidate will take ownership of key accounting processes, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in financial operations. This role requires strong analytical skills, excellent communication abilities, and the ability to collaborate with both local and international teams.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare accurate and timely journal entries to support the month-end close process.<br>• Oversee inventory accounting and ensure proper maintenance of general ledger accounts.<br>• Perform detailed reconciliations of bank accounts and other balance sheet accounts.<br>• Collaborate with the Accounts Receivable Manager to manage cash operations effectively.<br>• Handle intercompany transactions and manage accounting for multiple entities.<br>• Communicate and coordinate with overseas partners to ensure alignment on financial processes.<br>• Support the preparation of financial statements and reports as needed.<br>• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance accounting efficiency.
<p>Robert Half has partnered with a global client to hire a Senior Accountant to join their corporate accounting team! Most of the company has previous work experience in the Big 4 or from a large public accounting firm, so you will be working with strong leadership and peers! As a Senior Accountant, you will prepare journal entries, monthly and year-end closings, bank reconciliations, and other general ledger account reconciliations. You will also be responsible for various aspects of internal reporting throughout the monthly close. While closing books for the North American operations, you will be able to play a part of the global consolidation as well. Also, you will participate in compliance, interact with our external auditors for quarterly reviews and annual audits, and review schedules for the reporting processes. This position is a challenging, multi-faceted opportunity to work for a company that recognizes and rewards hard work with fantastic benefits and perks, as well as a hybrid work environment with only 1-2 days in the office each week!!</p><p><br></p><p>Your responsibilities in this role will include:</p><p>- In-depth experience with month end balance sheet account reconciliations</p><p>- Regular maintenance and reconciliation of journal entries</p><p>- Manage intercompany billings, transactions, and reconciliation</p><p>- Prepare monthly financial close workbooks to support the month end, quarter end and year end closing process</p><p>- Assemble analyses for monthly balance sheets and income statements for management reporting</p><p>- Implement, maintain, and adhere to internal controls and accounting procedures ensuring compliance with GAAP</p><p>- Ad hoc reporting and performing special projects upon request</p><p> </p><p>Our client offers a generous and comprehensive compensation and total benefit package!! Please apply immediately to this ad, or to Tracy Kaszuba on LInkedIn to be considered.</p>
<p>My client is a company within the real estate industry looking for a Senior Accountant to fill the role in their DC office. The ideal Senior Accountant for this role will be responsible for assisting the accounting team with the day-to-day operations and ensuring the financial statements are reported accurately. The responsibilities for the Senior Accountant will include preparing monthly and quarterly financial statements, assisting with invoicing, posting various journal entries, reconciling the balance sheet accounts and collaborating with the team to achieve goals. This organization has room for growth and offers good benefits; including medical and dental benefits. </p><p><br></p><p>Daily responsibilities of the Senior Accountant include:</p><p><br></p><p>· Prepare financial statements.</p><p>· Assist with month-end close process.</p><p>· Reconcile various balance sheet accounts.</p><p>· Post journal entries.</p><p>· Assist with other ad hoc duties.</p>
<p>My client is a company within the real estate industry looking for a Senior Accountant to fill the role in their DC office. The ideal Senior Accountant for this role will be responsible for assisting the accounting team with the day-to-day operations and ensuring the financial statements are reported accurately. The responsibilities for the Senior Accountant will include preparing monthly and quarterly financial statements, assisting with invoicing, posting various journal entries, reconciling the balance sheet accounts and collaborating with the team to achieve goals. This organization has room for growth and offers good benefits, including medical and dental benefits. </p><p><br></p><p>Daily responsibilities of the Senior Accountant include:</p><p><br></p><p>· Prepare financial statements.</p><p>· Assist with month-end close process.</p><p>· Reconcile various balance sheet accounts.</p><p>· Post journal entries.</p><p>· Assist with other ad hoc duties.</p>
<p>My client is a company within the real estate industry looking for a Senior Accountant to fill the role in their Bethesda, MD office. The ideal Senior Accountant for this role will be responsible for assisting the accounting team with the day-to-day operations and ensuring the financial statements are reported accurately. The responsibilities for the Senior Accountant will include preparing monthly and quarterly financial statements, assisting with invoicing, posting various journal entries, reconciling the balance sheet accounts and collaborating with the team to achieve goals. This organization has room for growth and offers good benefits; including medical and dental benefits. </p><p><br></p><p>Daily responsibilities of the Senior Accountant include:</p><p><br></p><p>· Prepare financial statements.</p><p>· Assist with month-end close process.</p><p>· Reconcile various balance sheet accounts.</p><p>· Post journal entries.</p><p>· Assist with other ad hoc duties.</p>
<p>My client is looking for a Senior Accountant to join their team, which is in the non-profit industry. This opportunity will be in the heart of Washington, DC and the role will be operated on a hybrid schedule. The ideal person selected for the Senior Accountant position will have non-profit experience and assist with the day-to-day accounting activities, manage revenue recognition of grants, posting journal entries, general ledger maintenance, reconciling various accounts, assisting with payroll, preparation of the financial statements and the completion of the month-end and year-end close process. This non-profit organization offers health coverage, great benefits and opportunities for growth.</p><p><br></p><p>Daily responsibilities of the Senior Accountant include:</p><p><br></p><p>· Preparation of the financial statements.</p><p>· Perform month-end and year-end close.</p><p>· Manage revenue recognition of grants.</p><p>· Prepare workpapers and supporting schedules.</p><p>· Assist with the annual single audit.</p><p>· Reconcile accounts and financial statements.</p>
<p>A large company in Rockville is seeking a senior accountant for long-term project.</p><p><br></p><p>Some of their general responsibilities include:</p><ul><li>Preparing financial statements</li><li>Maintaining and reconciling accounts</li><li>Month/Year-end close</li><li>Assisting with budgeting and forecasting</li><li>Ensuring all accounting tasks and financial records comply with generally accepted accounting principles</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p><strong>Exciting Senior Accountant Opportunity – Baltimore, MD </strong></p><p>A well-established and growing organization in <strong>Baltimore</strong> is looking for a driven <strong>Senior Accountant</strong> to join its high-performing finance team. This is a great opportunity to take ownership of key accounting functions, collaborate with leadership, and make a meaningful impact in a dynamic environment.</p><p><strong>What You’ll Do:</strong></p><ul><li>Lead month-end close, reconciliations, and financial reporting.</li><li>Analyze results and provide insights that drive smarter business decisions.</li><li>Ensure compliance with GAAP and maintain strong internal controls.</li><li>Support audits and contribute to process and system improvements.</li></ul><p>This role is perfect for a motivated accounting professional who thrives in a fast-paced setting and is ready to grow their career with an organization that values initiative, accuracy, and teamwork.</p>
<p>Robert Half has partnered with a stable client on their search for a Staff Accountant with SEC reporting experience. The responsibilities for this Staff Accountant role consist of handling general accounting operations such as: assisting with accounts payable/receivable activities, reviewing general ledger accounts, creating/processing invoices, preparing financial reports, assisting with financial research, maintaining internal controls, providing administrative support, and collaborating with financial resources/vendors as needed. The ideal candidate for this role should have possess great day-to-day accounting abilities in compliance with legal industry standards and firm policies. We are looking for someone with strong problem-solving skills, and can maintain accurate financial records and contribute to the overall financial health of the firm.</p><p><br></p><p>Everyday Responsibilities</p><p>· Support daily accounting functions</p><p>· Prepare and maintain general ledger entries and reconciliations</p><p>· Process accounts payable/receivable transactions</p><p>· Manage time and billing data, including attorney billable hours</p><p>· Reconcile bank accounts/financial statements/tax returns</p><p>· Perform monthly profit and loss analysis</p><p>· Document asset, liability, revenue expenses</p><p>· Prepare financial reports for management and partners as needed</p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist to join our team in Baltimore, Maryland. In this pivotal role, you will handle a wide array of accounts payable tasks, ensuring accurate processing and compliance with established guidelines. This is a Contract position. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Accurately process vendor invoices and input data into the accounting system in a timely manner.</p><p>• Scan and organize invoices.</p><p>• Apply basic general ledger knowledge to code payables.</p><p>• Address and resolve vendor inquiries and discrepancies related to payments.</p><p>• Reconcile vendor statements to maintain accurate account records.</p><p>• Assist with weekly check distribution and ensure timely disbursement.</p><p>• Manage incoming mail by sorting and distributing it appropriately.</p><p>• Collaborate with the team to meet month-end and year-end deadlines.</p><p>• Contribute to a positive and respectful work environment while upholding agency policies and accounting principles.</p>
<p>Are you looking for a growing finance role? Robert Half has partnered with a client on their search for a Staff Accountant with proven project management expertise. In this role, you will be responsibilities for handling day-to-day general accounting operations such as: assisting with accounts payable/receivable activities, handling SOX compliance, reviewing general ledger accounts, monitoring expense reporting, preparing journal entries, assisting with bank reconciliations, and participating in the development and tracking of budgets. The ideal candidate for this role should have great problem-solving skills, excellent time-management and strong budgeting/forecasting abilities that will ensure revenue generation.</p><p><br></p><p>Everyday Responsibilities</p><p>· Support daily accounting functions</p><p>· Month End/Year End Close</p><p>· General Ledger Maintenance</p><p>· Budgeting & Forecasting</p><p>· Account Reconciliation</p><p>· Daily, Weekly, Monthly Financial Reporting </p><p>· Variance Analysis</p><p>· Assist with annual audit</p>
<p>PRIMARY DUTIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES</p><p>• Support and participate in the monthly financial statement close process for Business Unit or functional area of responsibility, ensuring that all financial transactions are recorded accurately and timely as well as analyzing and reviewing financial statements and variances. Consult and liaise with operating unit finance personnel on accounting issues. (40%)</p><p>• Prepare, review and analyze account reconciliations for companies and/or designated functions within Business Unit or functional area of responsibility. Ensure compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley control requirements. (20%)</p><p>• Prepare the monthly reporting packages, including analysis of current actual results to prior period actual results for use in internal and external reporting. Assists in the accounting, analysis and budgeting of various accounts in coordination with FP& A. (20%)</p><p>• Interact with internal and external auditors, Controller's Group and Business Units as required to accomplish goals. (10%)</p><p>• Assist, as needed, in special projects and the implementation of changes in FASB/GAAP. (10%)</p><p><br></p><p>JOB SCOPE</p><p>• Perform day-to-day activities associated with the monthly financial statement close process.</p><p>• Ensure financial transactions are recorded accurately and timely.</p><p>• Proactively notify Principal, Manager or Director of any accounting/reporting issues or concerns.</p><p>• Work closely with other departments and Business Units regarding accounting activities.</p><p>• May participate in planning processes at project and departmental level.</p><p>• Work under minimal supervision.</p><p>• Position, at times, may require overtime, weekend work and limited travel.</p><p>Qualifications</p><p>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS</p><p>• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or equivalent</p><p>• 2-4 years of related experience</p><p>• Demonstrated technical knowledge and understanding of Accounting theory, principles, practices and regulations including FASB/GAAP and SOX compliance</p><p>• Understands requirements for documentation in work papers, disclosures and memos; demonstrated ability to document a broad range of technical issues</p><p>• Demonstrated successful use of technology to improve process efficiency</p><p>• Demonstrated project management skills</p><p>• Commitment to highest standards of quality and integrity</p><p>• Exude a high degree of professionalism and treats others with respect</p><p><br></p><p>PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS</p><p>• MBA with a concentration in Accounting or Finance</p><p>• CPA</p><p>• Public Accounting expertise</p><p>• Regulatory/utility/FERC/SEC reporting or energy industry experience</p>
<p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounting Clerk to join our team in Nottingham, Maryland. This role is integral to maintaining accurate financial records while supporting accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll functions. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational skills and a commitment to ensuring compliance with financial policies and procedures.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Review and verify invoices for accuracy, ensuring all necessary documentation is attached and properly coded.</p><p>• Enter invoices into the accounting system after obtaining appropriate approvals and process payments accordingly.</p><p>• Manage accounts receivable by matching payments to invoices, depositing funds, and applying payments to customer accounts.</p><p>• Prepare and distribute late notices for overdue accounts and scan deposit slips and check copies into the system.</p><p>• Process weekly payrolls, including deductions, tax updates, garnishments, and direct deposit changes.</p><p>• Generate annual W-2 forms, quarterly vacation payrolls, holiday payrolls, and other specialized payroll processes.</p><p>• Assist in ordering office supplies to maintain efficiency in day-to-day operations.</p><p>• Provide payroll-related support, such as handling unemployment claims.</p><p><br></p>
<p>My client is a law firm looking for a Staff Accountant to fill the role for their organization, in their Washington, DC office. The ideal candidate for the Staff Accountant role would be responsible for maintaining the general ledger accounts, reconciling accounts payable and accounts receivable, assisting with billings and the month end close process, posting journal entries and assisting with other ad hoc projects. This person will be working closely with the accounting manager. The organization offers excellent benefits; including medical benefits and great work-life balance. </p><p><br></p><p>Daily responsibilities of the Staff Accountant include:</p><p><br></p><p>· Perform month-end close.</p><p>· General ledger maintenance.</p><p>· Assist with billings compliance.</p><p>· Reconcile AP and AR accounts.</p><p>· Prepare financial statements.</p><p>· Research and maintaining compliance US GAAP.</p>
<p>State of the art, utility firm seeks a Staff Accountant with strong budgeting skills. In this role, the Staff Accountant will be responsible for budget planning and preparation, account reconciliation, compliance and documentation, creating forecast projections, monitoring actual expenditures, supporting internal and external audits, maintaining the general ledger and supporting schedules, analyzing spending trends, preparing annual budget variance reports, and ensuring compliance with GAAP and regulatory guidelines specific to the utility industry. This candidate must have a high interest in numbers, budgets and compliance.</p><p><br></p><p>Everyday Responsibilities</p><p>· Assist in the development and coordination of the annual operating and capital budgets</p><p>· Monitor budget performance and provide monthly, quarterly, and annual variance analysis</p><p>· Support the development of multi-year financial plans</p><p>· Identify cost saving opportunities</p><p>· Resolve discrepancies and provide variance explanations</p><p>· Organize and maintain detailed financial records</p><p>· Coordinate with department management on budget efficiency</p><p>· Research and analyze data and figures</p><p>· Assist with cost allocation, project accounting, and capital expenditure tracking</p><p>· Ensure compliance with internal controls, financial policies, and external regulatory requirements</p>
We are looking for an Accounting Clerk to join our team on a contract basis in Brentwood, Maryland. In this role, you will assist with maintaining accurate financial records, processing transactions, and supporting various accounting functions. This position is ideal for detail-oriented professionals with a strong background in bookkeeping and accounting tasks.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable processes, ensuring accuracy and timely payments.<br>• Utilize QuickBooks to record financial transactions and maintain bookkeeping records.<br>• Process and verify invoices for payment, ensuring compliance with company policies.<br>• Perform data entry tasks to update financial databases and track transactions.<br>• Assist with expense reporting and budget reconciliation to support financial planning.<br>• Monitor and analyze cash flow to identify potential discrepancies or areas for improvement.<br>• Prepare financial reports for management to track company performance.<br>• Support inventory management by maintaining cost control measures and financial records.<br>• Collaborate with team members to streamline payment processing and credit card transactions.<br>• Ensure adherence to accounting standards and regulations in all financial activities.
<p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our team in Owings Mills, Maryland. This Contract-to-permanent position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to various accounting processes, including financial reporting and analysis. The ideal candidate will bring strong organizational skills and a commitment to accuracy, ensuring the success of our accounting operations.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Support accounting and financial analysis activities linked to key business-to-consumer marketplace dynamics.</li><li>Prepare, review, and analyze monthly balance sheet reconciliations to guarantee accurate financial reporting.</li><li>Perform bank reconciliations and input journal entries essential to the monthly financial close process.</li><li>Audit and validate cash transaction entries and reconciliations prepared by other team members to ensure precision.</li><li>Assist in the implementation and ongoing adherence to Sarbanes-Oxley internal control reporting requirements.</li><li>Coordinate requests and facilitate activities required during quarterly and annual audit cycles.</li><li>Carry out system testing for updates and implement new financial or inventory processing workflows.</li><li>Generate ad-hoc financial reports as required by leadership or various departments.</li><li>Work collaboratively with external auditors to ensure successful quarterly reviews and annual audits.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for a skilled and detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our team in Baltimore, Maryland. This Contract-to-permanent position offers the opportunity to perform specialized accounting tasks, including monitoring accounting systems, preparing financial reports, and assisting with budgeting processes. The role involves collaborating with program managers and other officials to manage complex financial matters effectively.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead and oversee accounting tasks by assigning, reviewing, and approving the work of accounting personnel.</p><p>• Monitor and account for assets, liabilities, expenses, and invoices to ensure accurate financial records.</p><p>• Develop and modify accounting systems for third-party programs to meet organizational needs.</p><p>• Audit and analyze accounts to prepare detailed reports.</p><p>• Compile and write financial reports for submission to management.</p><p>• Assist in preparing budgets by compiling data, projecting expenditures, and monitoring allocations.</p><p>• Train and mentor employees in accounting methods and procedures to improve efficiency.</p>
<p>Robert Half has a new direct-hire opportunity for a Sr. Payroll Accountant. This position plays a critical role in maintaining financial integrity and operational efficiency across the organization. This position is responsible for developing and implementing internal controls, creating and refining Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), managing complex account reconciliations, and overseeing the full scope of payroll operations. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in operational accounting, strong knowledge of payroll compliance, and the ability to manage complex financial processes within a fast-paced environment.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><p><strong>Payroll Management & Compliance</strong></p><ul><li>Lead and manage end-to-end payroll operations, ensuring accurate and timely processing of employee compensation, including wages, bonuses, and benefits, in compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations.</li><li>Maintain payroll tax compliance by overseeing timely tax filings, payments, reconciliations, and audits. Handle the opening and closing of tax accounts across jurisdictions as needed.</li><li>Review and approve payroll journal entries, general ledger postings, and reconciliations to ensure accuracy and alignment with month-end and year-end closing schedules.</li><li>Direct year-end processes, including the accurate preparation, review, and distribution of W-2s and 1099s.</li><li>Collaborate with HR, Finance, and IT to maintain and enhance payroll systems, ensuring data accuracy, security, timely system upgrades, and ongoing process improvements.</li><li>Monitor payroll-related data such as labor costs and benefits to support budgeting, forecasting, and cost analysis.</li><li>Coordinate payroll funding and cash flow planning with the Finance team to ensure timely disbursements and compliance with financial obligations.</li></ul><p><strong>Accounting & Financial Operations</strong></p><ul><li>Perform and oversee complex account reconciliations, including bank, intercompany, balance sheet, accounts payable, and receivable accounts.</li><li>Investigate and resolve discrepancies to ensure compliance with GAAP and internal policies.</li><li>Design, implement, and maintain internal controls, policies, and accounting procedures to safeguard company assets and ensure regulatory compliance.</li><li>Collaborate with HR, Finance, and business unit leaders to align payroll and financial data with broader organizational objectives.</li><li>Serve as the primary point of contact for external auditors, tax agencies, payroll providers, and insurance brokers, managing audits and compliance reviews effectively.</li></ul><p><strong>Projects, Leadership & Compliance</strong></p><ul><li>Lead cross-functional projects related to payroll, accounting, system implementations, process redesigns, and policy updates.</li><li>Stay current with industry trends, changes in tax law, and payroll/accounting regulations to ensure compliance and recommend best practices.</li><li>Supervise and develop payroll and accounting staff, providing coaching, mentorship, and opportunities for growth.</li><li>Oversee the collection and tracking of vendor and contractor Certificates of Insurance (COIs), ensuring compliance with internal policies and external requirements.</li></ul><p><br></p>
