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Sr. Accountant

Washington, DC
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
120000 - 150000 USD / Yearly
My client is seeking a Senior Accountant to assist with their day-to-day accounting operations in their Washington, DC office. The ideal person for the Senior Accountant position will assist with preparing the consolidated financial statements, reconciling balance sheet accounts, preparing monthly financial reports, posting the appropriate journal entries; including intercompany transactions, supporting the audits, and having an overall understanding of ASC principles and accounting under US GAAP standards. This organization offers great opportunities for growth, excellent benefit package; including medical and dental along with good work-life balance. Daily responsibilities of the Senior Accountant include: · Consolidate financial statements.· Prepare appropriate journal entries.· Reconcile various balance sheet accounts.· Produce financial reporting packages.· Ensure accounting is in compliance with US GAAP.
2026-10-06T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Jessup, MD
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 110000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to support core accounting operations in Jessup, Maryland. This position plays a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, overseeing close activities, and ensuring balance sheet accounts are properly reconciled. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: • Lead monthly closing activities by preparing schedules, reviewing account activity, and ensuring financial data is finalized on time. • Maintain the general ledger by recording and validating financial transactions with a high degree of accuracy. • Prepare and post journal entries that properly reflect routine and adjusting accounting activity. • Perform reconciliations for balance sheet accounts and investigate variances to ensure discrepancies are resolved promptly. • Complete bank reconciliations by matching cash activity, identifying exceptions, and following through on outstanding items. • Analyze financial information and supporting documentation to improve accuracy and strengthen reporting reliability. • Partner with internal stakeholders to gather accounting details, clarify issues, and support timely completion of period-end tasks.
2026-10-19T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Centerville, VA
remote
Temporary / Contract
45 - 55 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to support a large corporate environment. This long-term contract opportunity is ideal for an accounting professional who can manage core financial activities, maintain accurate records, and contribute to a smooth close process. The role requires strong knowledge of corporate accounting practices, solid analytical ability, and hands-on experience with NetSuite in a fast-paced setting. This role requires a hybrid schedule. Responsibilities:• Lead monthly closing activities by preparing and reviewing financial entries, balances, and supporting schedules to ensure timely reporting• Maintain the general ledger by recording transactions accurately and resolving discrepancies across key accounts• Prepare journal entries with appropriate documentation and verify that accounting records align with internal standards• Perform detailed account reconciliations and investigate variances to support accuracy in financial statements• Complete bank reconciliations on a recurring basis and address outstanding items in coordination with relevant stakeholders• Support accounts payable-related accounting by reviewing postings, monitoring account activity, and ensuring proper treatment in the ledger• Utilize NetSuite to manage accounting processes, generate reports, and improve visibility into financial data• Assist with broader corporate accounting functions, including analysis, reporting support, and process coordination across departments
2026-10-27T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Bethesda, MD
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
85000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Sr. Accountant to support accurate financial operations and reporting for an organization based in Bethesda, Maryland. This role partners closely with the Controller and cross-functional teams to manage core accounting activities, maintain strong balance sheet oversight, and contribute to timely month-end and year-end close processes. The ideal candidate brings solid nonprofit accounting experience, strong analytical skills, and the ability to improve procedures while maintaining compliance and financial integrity. This role is 5 days/week in the office. Responsibilities:• Prepare and post journal entries for recurring and nonrecurring transactions, including accruals, prepaid items, deferred revenue, allocations, and other general ledger activity.• Complete monthly reconciliations for balance sheet and general ledger accounts, investigate variances, and resolve outstanding issues to support an accurate close.• Produce financial schedules and reporting support, reviewing account activity and budget-to-actual results to identify exceptions, trends, and needed corrections.• Track and reconcile restricted and unrestricted funds, donor-related activity, endowments, investments, and releases tied to funding restrictions.• Maintain detailed supporting records for designated funds, capital projects, fixed assets, cash, investments, and other key balance sheet accounts.• Assist with recording investment-related transactions, including income, fees, and realized or unrealized gains and losses.• Contribute to the annual audit by assembling schedules, reconciliations, and requested documentation, and by responding to auditor inquiries in a timely manner.• Support tax and regulatory reporting requirements, including preparation of information needed for Form 990 and adherence to organizational accounting policies.• Partner with internal stakeholders to strengthen controls, document procedures, improve accounting workflows, and provide backup support for essential business office functions. 5 days/week in the office in Bethesda and the comp range for this role is 80-100K. The ideal candidate will have a BS in Accounting, 2+ years of accounting experience whether that is coming out of another NP or out of public accounting doing financial statement audits for non-profits. To apply to this Senior 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.
2026-10-16T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Purcellville, VA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
95000 - 105000 USD / Yearly
Corporate Accountant | Onsite | Purcellville, VA | $95k-105K+bonus+equityAre you a detail-driven accounting professional who takes pride in getting the numbers right? We’re seeking a Corporate Accountant to play a critical role in monthly close, financial reporting, reconciliations, and cash flow forecasting for a growing, fast-paced organization.This position is ideal for someone with strong technical accounting skills, a proactive mindset, and the ability to work independently on research, analysis, and process improvement. You’ll partner closely with the Controller and help deliver financial information leadership relies on to make decisions. Reconciliations & Analysis<ul><li>Prepare and maintain monthly balance sheet reconciliations</li><li>Review reconciliations prepared by other team members</li><li>Prepare and analyze monthly work-in-progress (WIP) schedules, tying job cost and billing data to revenue recognition and the general ledger</li><li>Reconcile prepaid expenses and record monthly amortization</li><li>Record and reconcile fixed asset depreciation and amortization</li><li>Handle lease accounting in accordance with ASC 842</li><li>Investigate and resolve reconciling items and variances</li></ul>Journal Entries & Close Support<ul><li>Prepare journal entries including accruals, prepaids, lease accounting, and WIP-related entries with complete documentation</li><li>Support month-end close activities and ensure deadlines are met</li></ul>Reporting & Automation<ul><li>Build, maintain, and improve reports and dashboards within the ERP and related reporting tools</li><li>Support reporting automation and systems integration initiatives</li><li>Help improve management reporting</li></ul>Management Reporting & Forecasting<ul><li>Prepare flash reporting for leadership ahead of full close</li><li>Maintain KPI scorecards and support ad hoc financial and operational reporting</li><li>Assist with weekly, monthly, and 13-week cash flow forecasting</li><li>Support variance analysis between actuals and forecast</li></ul>Tax, Audit & Technical Accounting<ul><li>Coordinate personal property tax filings across applicable jurisdictions</li><li>Prepare and file S&U tax returns</li><li>Research GAAP guidance and draft technical accounting documentation</li><li>Support implementation of new accounting standards</li><li>Prepare audit schedules and respond to external auditor requests</li></ul>What Success Looks Like<ul><li>Reconciliations and supporting schedules are accurate, complete, and delivered on time</li><li>WIP reporting and financial packages are reliable and decision-ready</li><li>Flash reports, dashboards, and scorecards are timely and trusted by leadership</li><li>Cash flow forecasts are consistently updated and dependable</li><li>Tax filings are accurate and submitted on time</li><li>Audit support is organized and responsive</li><li>Technical accounting research is clear, thorough, and well-documented</li></ul>
2026-10-30T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Washington, DC
onsite
Temporary / Contract
35 - 50 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Senior Accountant to join a non-profit organization in Washington, District of Columbia on a Contract basis Hybrid In office 3 days / week. Mon, Tues, Wed in office. This role supports core accounting operations and related financial activity, with a focus on maintaining accurate records, strengthening reporting, and ensuring reliable day-to-day execution. The position is well suited for an accounting specialist with strong attention to detail, nonprofit experience, strong technical skills, and the ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment. Responsibilities:• Oversee end-to-end accounting activities, ensuring transactions are recorded accurately and financial processes run smoothly each day.• Administer accounts payable and accounts receivable workflows, including invoice handling, payment activity, and receivable tracking.• Prepare and review reconciliations across bank accounts, income statement accounts, and balance sheet accounts to support accurate month-end reporting.• Monitor general ledger activity, post and review journal entries, and investigate variances or discrepancies as needed.• Maintain balance sheet schedules, including prepaid accounts, and confirm supporting documentation is complete and current.• Support grant and fund accounting by tracking restricted activity, monitoring financial movements, and helping maintain compliance with reporting requirements.• Reconcile charitable contributions, gifts, and other incoming funds to ensure donations and payments are properly recorded.• Evaluate accounting workflows in the current system environment, identify areas for improvement, and help stabilize post-implementation operations.
2026-10-27T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Laytonsville, MD
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 110000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Sr. Accountant to join our team. This role is ideal for an accounting specialist who enjoys managing complex ledger activity, supporting a timely close process, and strengthening financial accuracy across the organization. The position also offers the opportunity to contribute to acquisition-related accounting work and help improve processes within a collaborative, growth-focused environment. Responsibilities: • Manage designated balance sheet and income statement accounts, including more technical areas such as debt activity, fixed assets, intercompany transactions, rent, and lease accounting, while maintaining accurate entries and organized support schedules. • Contribute to the monthly close by preparing journal entries, completing reconciliations, recording accruals, and investigating fluctuations to ensure reliable financial results. • Assist with acquisition integration activities by reviewing acquired opening balances, validating trial balance data, supporting purchase accounting adjustments, and reconciling amounts to transaction documents. • Create and refine accounting procedures, close workflows, and documentation practices that improve consistency, scalability, and efficiency across the finance function. • Prepare recurring internal financial reporting materials and management summaries, and support external reporting needs such as lender-related compliance submissions. • Partner on internal control efforts by identifying areas of risk and helping strengthen accounting procedures and related documentation. • Perform targeted financial analysis, research accounting guidance for non-routine matters, and contribute to special projects as business needs arise. • Support productivity improvements by identifying opportunities to use automation, AI, and other tools to streamline accounting processes.
2026-10-23T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Herndon, VA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
95000 - 135000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Senior Accountant to support external reporting, technical accounting, and consolidation activities for a publicly traded organization in Northern Virginia. This position plays an important role in producing accurate financial disclosures, maintaining compliance with U.S. reporting requirements, and strengthening the quality of financial information delivered to internal and external stakeholders. The ideal candidate brings strong accounting knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to work across teams in a deadline-driven environment. The salary range for this position is $95-135k, plus bonus and equity compensation. Responsibilities:• Prepare key sections of quarterly and annual external filings, including supporting schedules and financial statement footnotes.• Partner with internal stakeholders to collect, review, and organize information required for complete and accurate public disclosures.• Help maintain reporting processes and controls that support compliance with U.S. regulatory and public company reporting standards.• Use reporting tools such as Workiva to manage data consistency, streamline document preparation, and improve review workflows.• Support quarterly review and annual audit activities by assembling documentation and addressing auditor questions in a timely manner.• Research accounting guidance, summarize conclusions, and draft technical accounting memoranda to support company positions.• Assist with the adoption of new accounting standards and evolving regulatory requirements affecting financial reporting.• Prepare consolidation entries, reconcile intercompany activity, and contribute to the accuracy of consolidated financial results.• Identify opportunities to enhance reporting efficiency, strengthen documentation, and improve financial reporting controls.
2026-10-29T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Towson, MD
onsite
Temporary / Contract
38 - 44 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to support a government organization in Towson, Maryland through a Contract engagement. This role will focus on bringing structure to financial operations, improving the accuracy of reporting, and providing senior-level accounting guidance to leadership. The ideal candidate will combine strong governmental accounting knowledge with hands-on analytical skills to help strengthen financial visibility and support informed decision-making. Responsibilities: • Review financial records and reorganize accounting information to improve consistency, accuracy, and usability for management reporting. • Reconcile fund activity and validate balances by investigating discrepancies and resolving outstanding accounting issues. • Analyze revenue and spending patterns to improve tracking, clarify financial performance, and highlight areas requiring attention. • Prepare budget-to-actual reporting and variance analysis to support leadership with clear insight into current and historical results. • Refine financial data within the organization’s accounting platform and help establish more effective reporting practices. • Serve as a subject matter expert on state accounting processes, including fund-based reporting and financial interpretation. • Guide stakeholders on account structures, coding logic, report generation, and efficient use of financial system tools. • Extract and interpret financial data to identify trends, surface operational concerns, and support better business decisions.
2026-10-27T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Washington, DC
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 105000 USD / Yearly
My client is looking for a Senior Accountant to fill the role in their organization. The organization is in the legal services industry and is located in Washington, DC. The ideal candidate for the Senior Accountant role would be responsible for maintaining the general ledger accounts, reconciling accounts payable and accounts receivable, coordinating the month end close process, assisting with billing and collections, posting journal entries and helping with other ad hoc projects as needed. The organization offers excellent benefits; including medical benefits and great work-life balance. Daily responsibilities of the Senior Accountant include: · Perform month-end close.· General ledger maintenance.· Reconcile AP and AR accounts.· Assist with billing and collections.· Prepare financial statements.· Research and maintaining compliance US GAAP.
2026-10-30T00:00:00Z

Tax Preparer

Alexandria, VA
remote
Temporary / Contract
27 - 33 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Tax Preparer to support service members and their families through high-quality individual tax guidance in Alexandria, Virginia. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for a finance specialist who can explain tax matters clearly, manage a high volume of client interactions, and deliver accurate results in a fully remote setting. The role focuses on individual tax return preparation, client education, and responsive service during a fast-moving tax season that may require overtime. Responsibilities: • Prepare and review individual tax returns with a strong focus on accuracy, completeness, and timely submission. • Provide tax-related guidance to service members and their families, helping them understand filing requirements and available options. • Communicate complex tax topics in a straightforward manner so clients can make informed financial decisions. • Manage multiple client cases at once while maintaining detailed documentation and organized records. • Use Lacerte Tax Software and related digital tools to complete tax preparation work efficiently in a remote environment. • Research tax questions and resolve filing issues by applying current rules, procedures, and best practices. • Support clients throughout the tax season with responsive service, including availability for overtime when business demand increases. • Collaborate with team members to maintain service quality, share insights, and contribute to a positive client experience.
2026-10-28T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant / Associate

Baltimore, MD
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
70000 - 90000 USD / Yearly
Staff Accountant – Transition into Public Accounting Are you an early-career accountant with 1–2 years of corporate accounting experience who has been hoping for an opportunity to break into public accounting? This is an outstanding chance to make that move! We are partnering with a firm seeking a Staff Accountant who has built a strong foundation in corporate accounting and is ready to take the next step into a more dynamic, client-facing environment. This role is ideal for someone who has experience with account reconciliations, general ledger accounting, journal entries, month-end close support, and financial analysis and now wants to gain valuable public accounting experience to strengthen their long-term career path. If you did not begin your career in public accounting but have always wanted that experience on your résumé, this role offers a unique opportunity to make the transition early in your career while continuing to build your technical skills and gain meaningful client exposure. Why This Opportunity Stands Out<ul><li>Excellent entry point into public accounting for professionals coming from corporate accounting</li><li>Opportunity to gain hands-on experience working with a variety of clients and industries</li><li>Build valuable experience that will strengthen your résumé and expand your career options</li><li>Develop both your technical accounting knowledge and your client-facing skills</li><li>Join a team that values growth, mentorship, and professional development</li></ul>What You’ll Do<ul><li>Prepare and post journal entries</li><li>Perform account reconciliations and maintain general ledger accuracy</li><li>Assist with month-end and year-end close activities</li><li>Support financial statement preparation and related schedules</li><li>Work directly with clients to gather information, answer questions, and provide accounting support</li><li>Assist with client accounting projects and ongoing financial reporting needs</li><li>Research discrepancies and help resolve accounting issues in a timely manner</li><li>Collaborate with internal team members and clients to ensure high-quality service and deliverables</li><li>Contribute to process improvement efforts and support special projects as needed</li></ul>Ideal CandidateThis role is perfect for an accountant who has developed a strong corporate accounting foundation and is now looking for an opportunity to broaden their experience in public accounting. The ideal candidate will be technically solid, eager to learn, and excited about working directly with clients. Strong interpersonal skills are important, as this role offers meaningful client interaction and visibility. If you are looking for a chance to build public accounting experience, strengthen your résumé, and grow your career in a collaborative environment, we encourage you to apply directly to Tracy Kaszuba on LinkedIn or send your resume to Tracy.Kaszuba at RobertHalf.
2026-10-28T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant Costpoint

Bethesda, MD
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 105000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Staff Accountant Costpoint to support billing, project accounting, and contract administration for a government contractor based in Bethesda, Maryland. This hybrid role works closely with finance and program leadership to keep invoicing, project setup, and cost tracking accurate across a range of federal and commercial engagements. The position offers an opportunity to contribute to a growing organization while helping maintain strong compliance and financial controls. Responsibilities:• Interpret contract terms and coordinate with program leaders to confirm labor categories, subcontract details, funding limits, billing rules, and other invoicing requirements for multiple contract structures.• Establish new projects in Deltek Costpoint and maintain project records throughout the contract lifecycle to support accurate financial reporting and billing activity.• Develop and refine standard procedures for project setup, then partner with internal stakeholders to ensure those processes are followed consistently and remain compliant.• Track contract funding, review invoice activity, and identify issues that could affect billing accuracy or revenue recognition.• Partner with project managers to validate employee labor charges and resolve discrepancies that may impact project costing.• Record and monitor project expenses in alignment with applicable accounting guidance and contractual requirements.• Perform monthly reconciliations comparing billed and unbilled amounts to recorded revenue, researching and correcting variances as needed.• Prepare and process government invoices while supporting accounts receivable and other operational accounting tasks tied to contract performance. Interested candidates in this Staff Accountant role and other fulltime accounting and finance opportunities across the DC metro area, please send our resume to Justin Decker via LinkedIn
2026-10-30T00:00:00Z

88 results for Bookkeeper in Lanham, MD