Prior -Pharmaceutical, Life Science, Medical Devices or Biologics Gene therapy experience required<br>Salary-$135k - $170k + Bonus<br>Location: Newark, DE<br><br>A leading biopharmaceutical company is seeking a Financial Planning & Analysis (FP& A) Manager to lead financial planning, reporting, and analytical support for its R& D portfolio. This role will partner closely with business leaders, oversee budgeting and forecasting cycles, and provide actionable insights to drive strategic decision-making. The FP& A Manager will also manage a small team of analysts while ensuring accuracy, transparency, and consistency in all financial processes. This role requires very strong technical and analytical skills including Microsoft Excel and Alteryx<br><br>Key Responsibilities<br><br>Lead financial planning, forecasting, and long-range planning activities across assigned programs and business units<br><br>Manage, mentor, and develop a team of FP& A analysts and senior analysts<br><br>Act as the primary Finance Business Partner for program and functional leadership, providing financial guidance and strategic recommendations<br><br>Oversee monthly and quarterly close activities, including variance analysis, actuals reporting, and performance tracking<br><br>Drive development and enhancement of financial models, reporting tools, and estimation templates<br><br>Present high-quality financial insights, dashboards, and recommendations to senior leadership and governance committees<br><br>Conduct advanced financial analyses (NPV, IRR, ROI, scenario modeling) to support portfolio decisions<br><br>Partner with cross-functional teams (R& D, Operations, HR, etc.) to align financial objectives with business strategy<br><br>Ensure compliance with corporate policies, financial controls, and reporting standards<br><br>Lead continuous improvement initiatives in financial reporting and analytics processes<br><br>Qualifications<br><br>Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline; MBA and/or CPA preferred<br><br>8–12 years of progressive experience in Finance or FP& A, with at least 2+ years in a management role<br><br>Industry experience in Pharma, Life Sciences, Biotech, or Healthcare strongly preferred<br><br>Strong leadership skills with proven ability to manage and develop high-performing teams<br><br>Advanced technical and analytical skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial modeling<br><br>Experience with data visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau) and financial systems (Hyperion Essbase or similar) preferred<br><br>Excellent communication and presentation skills, with ability to influence senior stakeholders<br><br>Strong business acumen with experience supporting R& D or complex project-based organizations
<p><strong>Lead the Future of Financial Strategy</strong></p><p>Our client is seeking a dynamic financial leader to take on a highly visible role driving strategy, insights, and growth. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real impact by guiding long-term planning, shaping financial processes, and influencing key business decisions at the executive level.</p><p><br></p><p>The ideal candidate brings strong analytical skills, proven leadership experience, and a passion for turning numbers into strategy. In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to mentor a team, collaborate closely with senior leaders, and play a central part in steering the organization toward its future goals.</p><p><br></p><p>This position offers the chance to lead high-level financial initiatives, enhance forecasting and reporting, and champion innovative approaches that will drive results. If you’re looking to combine strategy, leadership, and growth in your next career move, this opportunity could be the perfect fit.</p>
<p><strong>🚀 Financial Analyst – Launch Your Career | up to $80K + 10% Bonus</strong></p><p>Are you ready to turn your love for numbers into a fast-moving career? Whether you’re a Analyst or Accountant early in your professional journey, this is your chance to join a company that values your potential and invests in your growth.</p><p>My client is a national leader in the real estate industry and they are hiring a <strong>Financial Analyst</strong> who’s excited to dive into data, build financial models, and help drive smart business decisions. If you’ve got close to <strong>2 years of experience</strong> (internships count!) and strong <strong>Excel skills</strong>, we want to hear from you. <strong>Apply here and email Jim Meade at Robert Half right away for consideration!</strong></p><p><strong>🎯 What You’ll Be Doing:</strong></p><ul><li>Analyze financial data and trends to support business strategy</li><li>Build and maintain Excel-based models and dashboards</li><li>Collaborate with teams across the company to solve real business challenges</li><li>Help with budgeting, forecasting, and performance tracking</li></ul><p><strong>🙌 Who Should Apply:</strong></p><ul><li>Graduates with 1+ year of experience in finance, accounting, or auditing</li><li>Staff Accountants or Auditors looking to pivot into a more analytical role</li><li>Excel wizards who love working with data and solving problems</li><li>Curious, driven, and eager to learn</li></ul><p><strong>💸 Compensation & Perks:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Base Salary: up to $80,000</strong></li><li><strong>Annual Bonus: 10%</strong></li><li>Full benefits package (health, dental, vision, 401(k), and more)</li><li>Generous PTO and flexible work environment</li><li>Supportive, friendly team culture</li><li>Clear path for <strong>career growth and promotion</strong></li></ul>
<p>We are looking for a skilled Budget Analyst to join our team in Baltimore, Maryland. This Contract-to-permanent position offers an excellent opportunity to apply your expertise in financial planning and analysis. The ideal candidate will play a key role in preparing, monitoring, and analyzing budgets for various programs and initiatives, ensuring accuracy and compliance with organizational goals.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Develop, review, and analyze annual budgets.</p><p>• Monitor expenditures across multiple programs to ensure alignment with approved budgets.</p><p>• Prepare and post accurate journal entries to maintain financial records and support month-end close processes.</p><p>• Conduct variance analysis to identify discrepancies and provide actionable recommendations.</p><p>• Collaborate with stakeholders to create detailed budget narratives, charts, and related reports.</p><p>• Reconcile accounts to ensure financial data integrity and compliance with accounting standards.</p><p>• Utilize Microsoft Excel and other software to manage budgetary processes effectively.</p><p>• Review requisitions and perform necessary budget modifications to meet organizational needs.</p><p>• Assist with accounts payable processes and ensure timely payments.</p><p>• Support the preparation of comprehensive financial documentation for audits and presentations.</p>
<p>Large and rapidly growing construction and engineering firm is seeking a Financial Analyst to join their team. This is a newly created position for an organization that has a strong history of promoting from within and providing a terrific culture, professional growth and competitive compensation packages resulting in long tenure within the team. The Financial Analyst will be based out of the corporate HQ in Tysons Corner.</p><p><br></p><p>Core Responsibilities include:</p><p><br></p><p>Project Cost Control</p><p>Collaborate with project management team to create accurate budgets and manpower forecast for multi-year construction projects.</p><p>Monitor and control indirect costs by performing budget to actual variance analysis weekly, identifying and eliminating root cause for variances.</p><p>Establish accurate cash flow forecast to ensure the project is cash positive for the duration.</p><p>Ensure accurate and timely complex multi-million-dollar billing submission on monthly basis.</p><p><br></p><p>Project Procurement Planning</p><p>Lead procurement planning effort for the project. Work closely with project management team to develop detailed procurement plan for the project after award ensuring compliance and logistics are included.</p><p>Help project team procure the job according to plan.</p><p>Perform monthly analysis of actual bought vs. plan.</p><p><br></p><p>Work Breakdown Structure:</p><p>Assist project management team in establishing Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) at the time of award.</p><p>Assist with maintenance of WBS responsibilities at the project level.</p><p>Ensure WBS is maintained throughout the project duration.</p><p><br></p><p>Project Controls:</p><p>Assist project team with monthly financial forms including providing cost analysis with explanation for variances, ensure acceptable justification for variances and help in preparation of monthly financials for review.</p><p><br></p><p>Please apply directly to this posting or contact Lee Chernett, VP at Robert Half Finance & Accounting, via LinkedIn</p>
<p>Senior FP& A</p><p> </p><p>Our client is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Interim Senior FP& A Analyst to join their dynamic team for a contract role. As the Senior FP& A, the ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in driving financial strategy, budgeting, forecasting, and consolidations, with a strong focus on our manufacturing operations. This position requires advanced Microsoft Excel skills and a deep understanding of financial processes within the manufacturing industry.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities of Senior FP& A</p><ul><li>Lead the development and management of annual budgets and quarterly forecasts. Provide insights and recommendations based on financial performance and market trends.</li><li>Manage and perform financial consolidations across multiple entities, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies and accounting standards.</li><li>Conduct thorough variance analysis to identify trends, risks, and opportunities, providing actionable insights to senior management.</li><li>Support the financial planning and analysis related to manufacturing operations, including cost analysis, inventory management, and production efficiency.</li><li>Utilize advanced Excel functions and tools (e.g., pivot tables, VLOOKUP, macros) to analyze financial data, build models, and automate reporting processes.</li><li>Prepare and present detailed financial reports to executive leadership, including monthly and quarterly performance reviews.</li><li>Work closely with department heads and the finance team to ensure alignment on financial goals and initiatives.</li><li>Continuously seek opportunities to improve financial processes, enhance data accuracy, and streamline reporting.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>We are seeking a Sr. Accountant to join our team in Newark, Delaware. This role involves a variety of accounting tasks within a business unit or functional area of responsibility. The position requires an individual who can accurately record and report financial transactions, reconcile accounts, and ensure compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley control requirements.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Accurately record and report financial transactions </p><p>• Participate in the monthly financial statement close process </p><p>• Analyze and review financial statements and variances </p><p>• Prepare, review, and analyze account reconciliations </p><p>• Ensure compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley control requirements</p><p>• Prepare monthly reporting packages, including analysis of current actual results to prior period actual results</p><p>• Assist in the accounting, analysis, and budgeting of various accounts in coordination with Financial Planning & Analysis (FP& A)</p><p>• Interact with internal and external auditors, Controller's Group, and Business Units as required to accomplish goals</p>
<p>Our client, a very well-known non-profit with a meaningful and enduring mission, is searching for their new Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Reporting to their dedicated CEO, the CFO will be a key member of the Executive Team. The CFO will lead and manage all day-to-day finance and accounting operations, grant compliance as well as oversee their human resources and IT group. This critical CFO position will also work with the executive team to execute the organization’s strategic planning processes and lead the evolution of finance and accounting and related systems to support organizational growth and mitigate risk. The core duties for this fulfilling and challenging CFO role will include:</p><p> </p><p>• Responsibility for the finance and accounting functions as well as human resources and IT areas.</p><p>• Managing cash forecasting and management as well as oversee the annual budgeting process and annual audit</p><p>• Leading the strategic financial planning and analysis effort as well as provide analysis and guidance to the executive team</p><p>• Working closely with the executive team on tracking organizational performance against strategic goals</p><p>• Overseeing the preparation and presentation of financial reports, projections and analyses to the executive team, Board and other pertinent audiences</p><p>• Leading the financial evaluation and due diligence of potential growth opportunities in consultation with the executive team and the Board</p><p>• Managing the relationships with financial institutions, investment advisors and other outside consultants</p><p>• Serving as liaison for financial issues to the Board, participating in regular Board and committee meetings</p><p>• Overseeing compliance in all aspects of the organization – including contract review, reporting requirements, business licenses, investor relations and audits</p><p>• Providing financial oversight and perspective on contracts which the organization may enter.</p><p><br></p><p>Your base pay will depend on your skills, experience and training, knowledge, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. </p><p>Our client offers medical benefits as part of their overall compensation package in addition to other robust benefits.</p><p><br></p><p>Please respond in confidence to Raj Khanna, Senior Vice President at Robert Half or directly via LinkedIn for immediate consideration for this fast-moving opportunity or one of our other leadership openings in the Washington, DC Metro area.</p>
<p>We are looking for a skilled Budget Analyst to join our team in Baltimore, Maryland, on a Contract-to-Permanent basis. This role involves preparing, analyzing, and monitoring various types of budgets. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical capabilities, advanced knowledge of accounting principles, and proficiency in financial reporting tools to drive effective budget management.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Develop and manage annual budgets, ensuring detailed preparation and accurate data input.</p><p>• Conduct budget reviews with relevant departments and integrate feedback into financial planning processes.</p><p>• Prepare and submit financial forms, invoices, and supporting documentation for various programs.</p><p>• Analyze financial documents to assess budgetary impacts and operational performance.</p><p>• Prepare financial forecasts for assigned programs, including income and expense projections.</p><p>• Perform budget modifications, create journal entries, and address discrepancies through detailed analysis.</p><p>• Research and analyze operational factors affecting financial outcomes and produce narrative reports on findings.</p><p>• Review requisitions and personnel forms to ensure appropriate cost allocations and funding availability.</p>
<p><strong>Job Title: </strong>Controller<strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Industry: </strong>Professional Services</p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Washington, DC</p><p><strong>Employment Type:</strong> Permanent</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Overview:</strong></p><p>A leading professional services organization based in Washington, DC is seeking a <strong>Controller</strong> to join its dynamic team. This critical leadership role will oversee the organization's financial operations, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and compliance with industry standards and regulations. As the Controller, you will play an essential role in driving strategic financial decisions and supporting business goals.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Financial Reporting and Analysis:</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee the preparation of accurate and timely financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow reports.</li><li>Perform in-depth financial analysis and provide recommendations to executive leadership to support strategic planning and operational improvements.</li></ul><p><strong>Accounting Operations:</strong></p><ul><li>Manage all day-to-day accounting functions, including month-end close, deferred revenue, WIP, accruals, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, budgeting, and general ledger activities.</li><li>Ensure compliance with GAAP standards and implement best practices for internal controls.</li></ul><p><strong>Budgeting and Forecasting:</strong></p><ul><li>Lead and coordinate the annual budgeting process.</li><li>Develop financial forecasts and provide ongoing monitoring and variance analysis to ensure alignment with organizational objectives.</li></ul><p><strong>Audit and Compliance:</strong></p><ul><li>Serve as the primary liaison for external auditors and regulatory agencies, ensuring successful execution of audits and compliance reviews.</li><li>Maintain adherence to all federal, state, and local regulations, including tax requirements applicable to the professional services sector.</li></ul><p><strong>Team Management and Leadership:</strong></p><ul><li>Supervise and mentor the accounting team, fostering a culture of accountability, development, and collaboration.</li><li>Lead strategic initiatives to improve department workflows, systems, and processes.</li></ul><p><strong>Strategic Financial Planning:</strong></p><ul><li>Collaborate closely with senior leadership to align financial strategies with short-term and long-term business goals.</li></ul>
<p>My client, a $1B+ privately held design-build and systems integration company with both commercial and government contracts has a newly created position for a Corporate Budgeting Analyst due to their continued growth. This position will work closely with the Budget Manager and the Chief Accounting Officer and have a much more robust role than the title indicates. The Corporate Budgeting Analyst will be involved in corporate budgeting & planning and financial reporting as well as procurement, complex account reconciliations and various process automation and system implementation projects. The sky is limit in this diverse role with access and exposure to senior leadership and executives.</p><p><br></p><p>The position will include the following responsibilities, however not all will be introduced immediately or worked on daily, nor are all of these skills required to be selected for this position.</p><p><br></p><p>• Work with department leaders (VPs and Directors) to produce annual budget packages and supporting documentation for ~30 departments and consolidated</p><p>• Lead indirect procurement initiatives, including RFPs for company-wide blanket deals and manage rebate programs.</p><p>• Administer corporate budgeting and procurement controls.</p><p>• Perform month-end closing activities such as review of cost and analyze and report on budget fluctuations, prepaid and accrual reconciliations, and internal cost allocations.</p><p>• Work with internal programmers on automation of transactions, reporting, and reconciliations.</p><p>• Assist Chief Accounting Officer and CFO with Finance department and Corporate initiatives as they arise</p><p>• This requires coordination and communication not only within the Finance department, but more importantly with the Operating Divisions, other corporate departments, vendors and service providers.</p><p>• The company has a multi-layered operational financial reporting structure internal requirement, as well as approximately 50 subsidiaries including a growing international footprint adding complexities to the traditional financial reporting process, and approximately 30 departments</p><p>• Our objective is simplification and automation of repetitive entries and reconciliations.</p><p>• Perform more complex general ledger reconciliations, corporate allocations, and intercompany eliminations., including posting of adjusting journal entries as needed.</p><p>• Assist with preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.</p><p>• Assist with annual financial statement audit and corporate tax preparation.</p><p>• Job cost and percentage of completion and job cost accounting experience is helpful but can be learned.</p><p><br></p><p>This is an incredible opportunity for a candidate roughly 2-5 years into their career that has a strong foundation, outstanding ability to learn and apply new skills and desire to have a wide breadth of experience and grow within a company for the foreseeable future. My client has a tremendous culture and reputation of taking care of their employees on a variety of ways as evidenced by the long tenure of their employee population.</p><p><br></p><p>For consideration, please apply directly to this post. If you have additional questions, contact Lee Chernett, VP at Robert Half Finance & Accounting, via LinkedIn</p>
<p>We are looking for a Senior Cost Accountant to join our team in White Marsh, Maryland. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in overseeing financial reporting, inventory valuation, and cost analysis within a manufacturing environment. This position involves working closely with operational departments to ensure accurate cost standards and managing a variety of financial processes to maintain the integrity of the company's accounting systems.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead all financial reporting activities, including inventory valuation, consolidation processes, and income tax accounting.</p><p>• Collaborate with operational teams to establish accurate standard costs by reviewing vendor quotes and labor/material inputs in Bills of Manufacture (BOMs).</p><p>• Manage daily accounting functions such as accounts payable, invoicing, payroll, inventory integrity, and fixed asset records.</p><p>• Supervise daily cash flow and banking operations to ensure timely and accurate transactions.</p><p>• Prepare month-end closing activities, journal entries, and inventory valuation analysis.</p><p>• Perform monthly reconciliations for bank accounts and balance sheets, ensuring alignment with company records.</p><p>• Oversee timely payment of debts to avoid penalties and maintain financial compliance.</p><p>• Conduct variance analysis for materials, labor, and overhead to identify cost-saving opportunities.</p><p>• Assist in budget preparation and forecasting to support strategic financial planning.</p><p>• Coordinate with external auditors, preparing annual financial reports and workpapers for audits.</p>
<p>Northern Delaware client, seeks a Senior Accounting Manager with proven general ledger expertise. This role will be responsible for managing the month end process, creating financial reporting schedules, assisting with the quarterly/annual auditing process, overseeing general ledger activities, reviewing journal entries, preparing balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring compliance with GAAP/IFRS, developing financial growth strategies, maintaining the general ledger, overseeing daily accounting operations, and identifying opportunities for process improvements and system enhancements. We are looking for a Senior Accounting Manager with solid tax compliance and reporting skills, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, strong understanding of GAAP standards, and the capacity to multi-task while meeting crucial deadlines.</p><p><br></p><p>What you get to work on daily</p><p>· Prepare and review financial statements, ensuring compliance with GAAP</p><p>· Develop and implement internal controls</p><p>· Analyze financial data and present reports to senior management</p><p>· Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes</p><p>· Manage general ledger accounting, reconciliations, journal entries, and accruals</p><p>· Coordinate and manage the month-end/year-end process</p><p>· Lead, mentor, and develop accounting staff</p>
We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Financial Analyst to join our team on a long-term contract basis. Based in Washington, District of Columbia, this role offers an excellent opportunity to build foundational experience in the financial services industry. The ideal candidate will contribute to compliance efforts, ensuring transactions align with regulatory standards and identifying any irregularities in financial activity.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Investigate alerts generated by transaction monitoring systems to detect unusual patterns or potentially suspicious activities.<br>• Analyze transactional behaviors to assess deviations from expected norms and identify inconsistencies.<br>• Conduct thorough follow-ups on flagged transactions and perform due diligence to determine legitimacy.<br>• Prepare detailed documentation of findings for review by senior compliance personnel or regulatory authorities.<br>• Collaborate with internal teams to gather necessary information for customer due diligence and enhanced due diligence processes.<br>• Stay informed about relevant financial regulations and apply them effectively in daily operations.<br>• Participate in training sessions to remain updated on evolving regulatory standards and best practices.<br>• Work alongside the technology team to optimize transaction monitoring systems for better performance.
<p>Our client, an international real estate company is growing and looking to hire on an experienced Accounting Manager for their mixed-use division. The Accounting Manager to oversee financial operations within their real estate development and property management projects. This role requires a proactive leader who can manage accounting functions, analyze investment performance, and ensure compliance with financial standards. Based in Washington, District of Columbia, this position offers an opportunity to contribute to the success of dynamic real estate portfolios.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee daily accounting activities related to real estate development and property management projects.</p><p>• Conduct detailed performance analyses for real estate investments to support strategic decision-making.</p><p>• Manage due diligence processes for acquisitions and dispositions of assets.</p><p>• Lead the preparation and execution of budgets and financial planning initiatives.</p><p>• Act as the primary point of contact with auditors, tax professionals, and consultants.</p><p>• Supervise and provide guidance to project accountants, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in their work.</p><p>• Regular review and analysis of balance sheet and income statement accounts owned by Senior Accountant</p><p>• Assemble a variety of technical accounting policies, procedures, and analyses</p><p>• Assist in preparing GAAP financial statements through data analysis, document preparation, integrity validation, and reconciliation processes</p><p>• Ensure close deadlines are met by encouraging and managing the accounting team performance during the closing process</p><p><br></p><p>The ideal candidate for this Accounting Manager role will have their BS in Accounting (CPA+), 5+ years of public accounting (audit with real estate clients) or currently coming out of another real estate company with supervisory experience. To apply to this Accounting Manager role 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><strong>We are looking for a motivated Staff Accountant to join a dynamic team in Baltimore, Maryland. This role involves managing daily accounting operations, analyzing financial data, and supporting broader firm-wide initiatives. You will work closely with professionals across various departments to ensure accuracy and efficiency in financial processes.</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>• Prepare and post journal entries on a daily basis to maintain accurate financial records.</p><p>• Reconcile general ledger accounts each month to ensure completeness and precision.</p><p>• Review and analyze monthly financial statements, providing detailed commentary to senior accounting leaders.</p><p>• Support the year-end financial statement audit and other required audits.</p><p>• Assist in managing accounting operations for international entities within the organization.</p><p>• Perform daily treasury activities to support cash flow management and financial planning.</p><p>• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Real Estate Operations, Human Resources, and Information Technology, to enhance accounting processes.</p><p>• Identify and implement process improvements to eliminate inefficiencies and optimize results.</p><p>• Conduct special projects and contribute to firm-wide business initiatives as needed.</p><p>• Undertake additional duties as assigned to support the accounting team's goals.</p>
<p>Our client, a rapidly growing, well capitalized world class leader in the energy sector, is recruiting for their new Tax Analyst. This highly visible and challenging position will provide hands on tax accounting, provision, compliance and analysis support, as the company moves forward with cutting edge new global level projects. Reporting to a highly skilled Manager, this role will allow room to add your signature on the organization as the company’s infrastructure grows and their global reach expands. Core duties for this challenging Tax Analyst role you will include: </p><p> </p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Assist with preparation of quarterly and annual tax provision, including financial statement disclosures</li><li>Support tax form preparation and compliance efforts for the company’s domestic and foreign operations</li><li>As part of a team, work on tax planning projects that look to optimize tax strategies and ensure compliance</li><li>Assist with tax forecasting and budgeting as well as potential strategies for tax savings </li><li>Utilize technology and various tax software tools to best identify opportunities automate processes and improve efficiencies </li><li>Prepare indirect tax filings and research including necessary analysis and tax research including coordinating with outside consultants</li><li>Conduct ad hoc tax research, create projections and scenario analysis as requested by management </li></ul><p> </p><p>Our client offers medical benefits 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, DC Metro area.</p><p> </p><p><br></p><p> </p><p> </p>
We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to join our team in Newark, Delaware. This hybrid role offers the opportunity to contribute to critical financial operations, including monthly and quarterly closings, financial reporting, and compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley controls. The ideal candidate will excel in analyzing data, improving processes, and collaborating across departments to drive organizational success.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee and execute monthly and quarterly financial statement closings, ensuring accurate and timely recording of transactions.<br>• Prepare detailed financial reports and analyses, identifying trends, variances, and root causes to support decision-making processes.<br>• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address accounting challenges, support forecasting, and enhance planning functions.<br>• Ensure compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley requirements by maintaining effective internal controls and adapting them as needed.<br>• Analyze existing processes and recommend improvements, leveraging emerging technologies to enhance efficiency.<br>• Lead special projects related to automation, regulatory changes, and process optimization.<br>• Provide support to internal and external auditors during audits, ensuring timely responses to data requests.<br>• Present financial results and insights to leadership, fostering clear communication and informed decision-making.<br>• Mentor and guide less experienced team members while promoting a collaborative and innovative work environment.<br>• Occasionally work overtime, weekends, or travel to meet business needs.
<p>Robert Half has partnered with an extremely stable firm on their search for an Accounting Manager looking to advance within finance. This hybrid, accounting role will consist of leading the accounting department and overseeing its daily operations and ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements and improving financial processes. In this role you will lead the month end close process, generate financial reporting packages, oversee financial budgeting, manage the annual external audit process, monitor cash flow activities, process bank reconciliations, coordinate with internal departments on implementation and maintenance of financial systems, review regulatory requirements, assist with tax compliance, and ensure the security of all financial assets. We are looking for an Accounting Manager with solid financial analysis skillset, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, strong understanding of GAAP standards, and the ability to multi-task while meeting crucial deadlines.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage the monthly financial close process, ensuring all transactions are recorded accurately and financial statements are prepared on time.</p><p>• Take ownership of regulatory reporting and ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards.</p><p>• Prepare, review, and approve account reconciliations for various corporate entities and accounts.</p><p>• Develop monthly financial reporting packages, including analysis of current results compared to prior periods, for use by senior management and the Board.</p><p>• Assist in implementing updates to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) as needed.</p><p>• Provide accounting, analysis, and budgeting support for various accounts.</p><p>• Collaborate with finance teams across the organization to address and resolve accounting issues.</p><p>• Participate in special projects and fulfill requests from the Controller’s Group as required.</p><p>• Serve as a key point of contact for internal and external auditors, ensuring audit requirements are met efficiently.</p>
We are looking for an experienced Finance Manager to join our team on a contract basis in Baltimore, Maryland. In this role, you will oversee financial operations, provide strategic guidance, and ensure the organization’s financial health through effective planning and management. This position requires a strong background in accounting, financial forecasting, and operational strategy.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Develop and implement financial strategies to support organizational goals, including forecasting resources and creating actionable plans.<br>• Monitor and analyze financial performance, identifying variances and initiating corrective measures to improve results.<br>• Provide financial projections, accounting services, and growth plans to enhance the company’s financial position.<br>• Manage relationships with financial institutions, negotiating credit lines and interest rates to optimize funding.<br>• Oversee daily and monthly bank reconciliations, general ledger management, and financial transaction processing.<br>• Ensure compliance with finance policies, procedures, and regulatory standards while maintaining accurate records.<br>• Handle all aspects of 401(k) management and investment account reconciliation.<br>• Manage liability insurance, leased equipment, and escrow accounts, ensuring operational efficiency.<br>• Prepare detailed financial reports, including forecasting and variance analysis, to support decision-making.<br>• Collaborate with leadership to identify opportunities for cost reduction, operational improvements, and system enhancements.
<p>Our client, a well-established and growing real estate development company in Gaithersburg, MD is looking for an up and comping Controller to join their company. This </p><p>position plays a critical leadership role in overseeing all financial operations of the organization, ensuring accuracy, transparency, and compliance across accounting, reporting, and internal controls. The person holding this position is responsible for managing the day-to-day accounting functions, preparing consolidated financial statements, and supporting strategic decision-making through financial analysis and reporting. As a key member of the management team, the Controller will work closely with executive leadership to guide fiscal planning, ensure regulatory compliance, and maintain strong financial health across multiple real estate development projects </p><p>and affiliated entities.</p><p><br></p><p>The ideal candidate will work closely with the executive team to ensure that the company remains financially healthy and adheres to good financial and accounting practices. </p><p>Key Responsibilities:</p><p>▪ Overseeing the organization’s daily accounting functions </p><p>▪ Managing the accounting, payroll, accounts payable and accounts receivable departments</p><p>▪ Communicating regularly with (and reporting to) the EVP</p><p>▪ Coordinating and preparing internal and external financial statements</p><p>▪ Coordinating activities of external auditors</p><p>▪ Managing insurance needs</p><p>▪ Coordinating and preparing tax schedules and reports </p><p>▪ Oversee debt compliance</p><p>▪ Assessing current accounting operations, offering recommendations for improvement and </p><p>implementing new processes</p><p>▪ Overseeing regulatory reporting, frequently including tax planning and compliance</p><p>▪ Hiring, training and retaining accounting staff</p><p><br></p><p>Qualifications:</p><p>▪ BA or BS degree in accounting, finance or business from an accredited university. </p><p>▪ An active CPA license.</p><p>▪ Minimum of 7 years of accounting experience working in a public accounting firm doing either tax or audit for real estate clients OR in-house with a real estate company. </p><p>▪ Ability to analyze financial issues and provide practical solutions.</p><p>▪ Proven ability to manage multiple tasks and projects in a fast-paced environment.</p><p>▪ Strong ethical standards and a commitment to professional integrity.</p><p>▪ Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.</p><p><br></p><p>This position is 5 days/week in the office in Gaithersburg, MD and the comp range is 140-160K in base salary with bonus potential and full benefits. To apply to this Real Estate 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>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to join a well respected industry leader in Baltimore, Maryland. This role, will play a critical part in managing financial operations, ensuring compliance with accounting standards, and supporting company objectives in the energy industry. Your expertise will contribute to accurate reporting, efficient processes, and the success of ongoing programs specifically focused on variance analysis.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage and oversee the accounts payable process, including invoice approvals, batch reviews, and postings.</p><p>• Monitor treasury activities, address positive pay exceptions, and collaborate with banks to resolve issues.</p><p>• Maintain control of check stock and facilitate vendor and customer payments in alignment with company policies.</p><p>• Prepare and review journal entries for assets, liabilities, revenues, and expenses, ensuring accuracy and reconciliations.</p><p>• Analyze operating expenses by verifying transactions, resolving discrepancies, and identifying budget variances.</p><p>• Lead expense review sessions and contribute to the development of financial forecasts.</p><p>• Support month-end financial close processes in compliance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).</p><p>• Produce high-quality financial reporting packages in a timely and accurate manner.</p><p>• Assist with ad hoc requests, special projects, and inquiries from internal and external stakeholders.</p><p>• Participate in annual financial audits and budget planning processes, ensuring thorough preparation and execution.</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>National leader seeks an Accounting Manager with proven public accounting experience, and SEC experience. This role will be responsible for preparing journal entries, budgeting of various accounts, supervising accounting staff, managing the month end close process, performing general ledger analysis, completing account reconciliations, assist external auditors with the annual auditing process, prepare financial reports/statements, and develop and implement process improvements needed that will increase the internal revenue. We are looking for an Accounting Manager with a solid financial analysis skill set, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, strong understanding of GAAP standards, and the capacity to multitask while meeting crucial deadlines.</p><p><br></p><p>What you get to work on daily</p><p>· Maintain general ledger accounts</p><p>· Accounts Payable/Receivable</p><p>· Account Reconciliation</p><p>· Manage month-end/year-end audits</p><p>· Review monthly accruals</p><p>· Account Analysis</p><p>· Spreadsheet Maintenance</p><p>· Prepare financial statements/reports</p>
<p>Are you looking for an exceptional career opportunity in a boutique, challenging, and rewarding environment? A prestigious Ultra-High-Net-Worth (UHNW) <strong>family office</strong> is seeking an <strong>Assistant Controller</strong> to join their growing team. This role offers a unique opportunity to work closely with private equity and investment fund financials, elevate your skill set, and enjoy competitive compensation with substantial bonus potential. Email Jim Meade at Robert Half right away for immediate consideration!</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Assist in the preparation and management of financial statements for investments within private equity, hedge funds, and other investment vehicles.</li><li>Oversee general ledger activity, monthly closings, and account reconciliations.</li><li>Collaborate with external auditors and tax advisors to ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements and reporting deadlines.</li><li>Provide detailed financial analysis and ad hoc project support to help guide investment and portfolio management decisions.</li><li>Maintain and enhance internal controls to safeguard family office assets and investments.</li><li>Assist with the preparation of tax schedules and coordination of tax filings.</li><li>Research and apply the appropriate accounting principles and standards for investment fund reporting.</li></ul><p><strong>The Ideal Candidate:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Education:</strong> Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. CPA license is highly preferred.</li><li><strong>Preferred:</strong> 4+ years in public accounting with a tax focus on private equity clients or investment funds.</li><li><strong>Alternatively:</strong> Strong private equity or investment fund accounting experience (fund accounting, financial reporting, and tax compliance).</li><li><strong>Technical Knowledge:</strong> Expertise in investment-related accounting practices and knowledge of tax laws as they relate to private equity or investment fund structures.</li><li><strong>Systems Proficiency:</strong> Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with accounting/reporting systems related to investment management.</li><li><strong>Soft Skills:</strong> Strong analytical ability, excellent organizational skills, and meticulous attention to detail. The candidate must also demonstrate discretion and confidentiality when working within a UHNW family office environment.</li></ul><p><strong>Why Join This Family Office?</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Compensation:</strong> Competitive base salary (up to $120k) plus a <strong>substantial annual performance bonus.</strong></li><li><strong>Growth:</strong> An opportunity to grow your financial acumen in a high-performing family office with exposure to a broad range of investment structures.</li><li><strong>Culture:</strong> Boutique and close-knit environment that values excellence, partnership, and innovation.</li><li><strong>Stability:</strong> Work for a well-established and successful UHNW family with a long-term investment strategy.</li></ul>
