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90 results for Accounting Clerk in Washington, DC
- Washington, DC
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 160000 - 220000 USD / Yearly
- <p>My client is a law firm that has a great opportunity for someone looking for a role as the Director of Accounting for their organization which is based in Washington, DC. The ideal candidate selected for the Director of Accounting position will be responsible for overseeing the accounting department operations, supervising AP and AR specialists, assist with producing monthly reports, lead the month-end close process, reconcile various accounts, assist with audits providing necessary support schedules, support relevant tax issues, help with the annual budget and support the CFO with other duties as needed. This role offers an amazing benefit package, good work-life balance with flexibility and amazing work culture.</p><p><br></p><p>Daily responsibilities of the Director of Accounting include:</p><p><br></p><p>· Lead team to complete month-end close.</p><p>· Provide various monthly reports.</p><p>· Assist with supporting schedules for audit.</p><p>· Oversee daily accounting procedures.</p><p>· Preparation of financial statements.</p><p>· Review various account reconciliations.</p><p>· Support tax issues.</p>
- 2026-11-13T00:00:00Z
- Mclean, VA
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 95000 - 115000 USD / Yearly
- We are looking for an experienced Sr. Staff Accountant to support a real estate portfolio from our McLean, Virginia office. This position focuses on producing timely financial reporting, maintaining accurate records, and coordinating closely with internal teams to meet monthly and quarterly obligations. The ideal candidate brings strong general ledger knowledge, sharp analytical skills, and a disciplined approach to reconciliations, reporting, and deadline-driven accounting work.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Compile owner reporting packages each month and ensure submissions are completed according to established reporting deadlines.<br>• Review general ledger activity, identify inconsistencies, and prepare or recommend reclassifications to improve financial accuracy.<br>• Partner with project management teams on recurring reporting needs, including quarterly deliverables and journal entry adjustments.<br>• Produce lender compliance reporting and supporting schedules on both a monthly and quarterly basis.<br>• Develop and maintain detailed distribution schedules and portfolio-level financial workbooks for assigned entities.<br>• Complete weekly and month-end bank reconciliations for each property and support cash reporting and closing activities.<br>• Calculate management fees using designated accounting platforms and supporting spreadsheet models.<br>• Assemble lender draw documentation and submit complete packages in line with loan covenant requirements.<br>• Support the annual budgeting process by preparing accounting assumptions for taxes, insurance, fees, reserves, escrows, and amortization schedules.<br>• Review and approve invoices regularly, coordinate payments with accounts payable, and assist with additional accounting projects as needed.
- 2026-10-15T00:00:00Z
- Columbia, MD
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 80000 - 90000 USD / Yearly
- <p>Robert Half has a new direct-hire opportunity for an Accounts Receivable Supervisor in Columbia, MD. This role is responsible for overseeing the full AR cycle, with a strong emphasis on evaluating credit risk, optimizing collections strategies, and improving cash flow. The ideal candidate brings both analytical rigor and leadership capability, ensuring the team operates efficiently while maintaining strong customer relationships. If interested, please apply directly to this posting or contact Cody Marshall at Robert Half to learn more. </p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p><strong>Credit Management</strong></p><ul><li>Establish, review, and enforce customer credit policies and procedures</li><li>Evaluate creditworthiness of new and existing customers using financial data, credit reports, and payment history</li><li>Set and adjust credit limits based on risk assessment</li><li>Partner with Sales and Finance to balance revenue growth with risk mitigation</li></ul><p><strong>Collections Oversight</strong></p><ul><li>Supervise daily collections activities to ensure timely resolution of outstanding invoices</li><li>Develop and implement effective collection strategies to reduce DSO (Days Sales Outstanding)</li><li>Handle escalated collection issues and negotiate payment plans when necessary</li><li>Monitor aging reports and drive accountability for delinquent accounts</li></ul><p><strong>Accounts Receivable Operations</strong></p><ul><li>Ensure accuracy and timeliness of invoicing and payment posting</li><li>Maintain compliance with internal controls and audit requirements</li><li>Identify and implement process improvements and automation opportunities</li></ul><p><strong>Team Leadership</strong></p><ul><li>Lead, coach, and develop a team of AR specialists</li><li>Set performance goals, track KPIs, and conduct regular performance reviews</li><li>Foster a collaborative and accountable team environment</li></ul><p><strong>Reporting & Analysis</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare and present AR metrics, including aging, DSO, and bad debt reserves</li><li>Analyze trends and provide actionable insights to leadership</li><li>Support month-end close and financial reporting activities</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p>
- 2026-11-10T00:00:00Z
- Bethesda, MD
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 80000 - 110000 USD / Yearly
- <p>We are looking for a Senior Project Accountant to join a commercial construction team in Bethesda, Maryland. This position plays a central role in managing project-related financial activity, supporting accurate reporting, and partnering with project and finance teams in a fast-moving environment. The ideal candidate brings strong accounting experience, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to work independently while maintaining close attention to detail.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage invoice entry for active construction projects and company operating expenses using designated accounting and project financial systems.</p><p>• Maintain accurate project ledgers and supporting financial records across a portfolio of ongoing jobs.</p><p>• Reconcile bank activity and subsidiary accounts on a regular basis to ensure the integrity of financial data.</p><p>• Prepare financial reports and statements for internal review and operational decision-making as needed.</p><p>• Collaborate with project managers to provide timely cost information and support invoice processing requirements.</p><p>• Communicate with subcontractors to resolve billing issues and help ensure invoices are submitted correctly and on schedule.</p><p>• Assist with year-end tax preparation and audit support by organizing documentation and responding to external requests.</p><p>• Partner with the broader finance team on day-to-day accounting operations and special assignments.</p>
- 2026-10-27T00:00:00Z
- Bethesda, MD
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 90000 - 105000 USD / Yearly
- <p>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.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• 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.</p><p>• Establish new projects in Deltek Costpoint and maintain project records throughout the contract lifecycle to support accurate financial reporting and billing activity.</p><p>• Develop and refine standard procedures for project setup, then partner with internal stakeholders to ensure those processes are followed consistently and remain compliant.</p><p>• Track contract funding, review invoice activity, and identify issues that could affect billing accuracy or revenue recognition.</p><p>• Partner with project managers to validate employee labor charges and resolve discrepancies that may impact project costing.</p><p>• Record and monitor project expenses in alignment with applicable accounting guidance and contractual requirements.</p><p>• Perform monthly reconciliations comparing billed and unbilled amounts to recorded revenue, researching and correcting variances as needed.</p><p>• Prepare and process government invoices while supporting accounts receivable and other operational accounting tasks tied to contract performance.</p><p><br></p><p>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</p>
- 2026-10-30T00:00:00Z
- Herndon, VA
- onsite
- Temporary / Contract
- 34 - 37 USD / Hourly
- <p>A software development company is seeking an experienced Accounts Receivable Manager to join their team. This opportunity is based in Herndon, Virginia, and is ideal for someone who can quickly take ownership of an established receivables function with minimal ramp-up time. The person in this role will provide steady leadership across billing, collections, cash application, reporting, and close activities while helping maintain continuity during a leave.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead daily accounts receivable operations and direct the work of existing remote and offshore support resources to keep workflows running smoothly.</p><p>• Coordinate the full invoice-to-cash cycle, including order processing, customer billing, collections follow-up, cash posting, and shared AR inbox management.</p><p>• Review receivables aging, collection results, unapplied payments, and customer account issues to identify risks and drive timely resolution.</p><p>• Ensure invoices are issued accurately and payments are applied correctly in accordance with customer terms and internal standards.</p><p>• Prepare and oversee recurring AR reports, account reconciliations, and month-end close deliverables to support accurate financial reporting.</p><p>• Uphold current internal controls, established procedures, and NetSuite-based processes to preserve operational consistency throughout the assignment.</p><p>• Work closely with Accounting, Sales, Customer Success, and other internal stakeholders to resolve billing questions and support contract-related account activity.</p><p>• Provide hands-on leadership that maintains accountability, service levels, and business continuity during the interim coverage period.</p>
- 2026-11-13T00:00:00Z
- Rockville, MD
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 70000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
- <p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Senior Accounts Payable Specialist to support day-to-day payment operations in Rockville, Maryland. This position is responsible for managing invoice review, coding, and disbursement activities while helping maintain accurate financial records and timely vendor payments. The ideal candidate brings hands-on accounts payable experience, strong organizational skills, and confidence working in NetSuite within a fast-paced environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Review incoming invoices for accuracy, completeness, and proper approval before processing them for payment.</p><p>• Assign correct general ledger coding to invoices and enter payment details into the accounting system with a high level of accuracy.</p><p>• Manage routine payment cycles, including preparing and executing check runs in accordance with established deadlines.</p><p>• Reconcile accounts payable records and help resolve discrepancies related to invoices, vendor balances, and payment status.</p><p>• Communicate with internal teams and external vendors to address billing questions and ensure prompt issue resolution.</p><p>• Maintain organized documentation for invoices, payment records, and supporting financial materials for audit readiness.</p><p>• Monitor accounts payable activity to help ensure transactions are recorded correctly and processed on schedule.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>All interested candidates in the Accounts Payable Specialist opportunity and other fulltime opportunities in Accounting Operations please send your resume to Justin Decker via LinkedIn. </p>
- 2026-10-23T00:00:00Z
- Washington, DC
- remote
- Temporary / Contract
- 31.35 - 36.3 USD / Hourly
- We are looking for an Accounts Payable Processor to support a busy finance team in Washington, District of Columbia. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for someone who can manage high-volume invoice activity, maintain accurate vendor records, and help improve the flow of accounts payable work. The role requires strong attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment with a mix of remote and in-office collaboration.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process a large volume of vendor invoices each day with a high level of accuracy and timeliness.<br>• Review, code, and route invoices for approval while ensuring charges are assigned correctly across projects or cost centers.<br>• Maintain organized and reliable vendor records to strengthen tracking, reduce backlogs, and support smoother payment operations.<br>• Investigate discrepancies involving billing details, invoice splits, and currency-related issues, then coordinate with internal teams to resolve them.<br>• Verify approved invoices before final processing to ensure compliance with established accounting procedures.<br>• Assist with journal entries, account reconciliations, and other general accounting tasks as needed by the finance team.<br>• Support accounts payable workflows during ongoing platform changes and help ensure invoice data is captured correctly.<br>• Collaborate with team members in both remote and office-based settings to keep payment processing on schedule.
- 2026-11-13T00:00:00Z
- Washington, DC
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 85000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
- <p>Our client is a well-established commercial real estate organization seeking a detail-oriented Property Accountant to support a diverse portfolio of properties. This role offers exposure to property accounting, financial reporting, month-end close, CAM reconciliations, budgeting, and corporate accounting responsibilities. The ideal candidate will thrive in a collaborative environment, take pride in delivering accurate financial information, and be eager to grow within an organization that offers long-term career advancement opportunities.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage accounting activities for an assigned property portfolio, including maintaining the general ledger and completing month-end close procedures on schedule.</p><p>• Prepare journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules that substantiate account balances and financial statement reporting.</p><p>• Build and maintain detailed workpapers and monthly close documentation to support accuracy, consistency, and audit readiness.</p><p>• Analyze account fluctuations and accruals, investigate variances, and contribute to budgeting activities and operating expense recovery processes.</p><p>• Partner with internal accounting colleagues, property management teams, auditors, and tax professionals to gather information and resolve financial reporting questions.</p><p>• Support compliance initiatives by assisting with internal control procedures and Sarbanes-Oxley related documentation and testing.</p><p>• Coordinate deliverables with external or offshore accounting support resources while monitoring deadlines and quality expectations.</p><p>• Contribute to process improvement efforts and perform additional accounting-related assignments as business needs evolve.</p>
- 2026-10-23T00:00:00Z
- Linthicum, MD
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 85000 - 120000 USD / Yearly
- <p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Cost Accountant to support the financial oversight of complex project-based manufacturing work in Linthicum, Maryland. This position plays a key role in monitoring project costs, guiding revenue recognition, and producing accurate financial insights that help improve profitability and operational decision-making. The ideal candidate is comfortable working across finance and operations, managing deadlines, and translating project activity into clear financial reporting.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage the financial performance of assigned projects by overseeing budgets, projections, cost accumulation, and margin analysis from initiation through completion.</p><p>• Review labor, materials, overhead, and subcontractor expenses to ensure project costs are recorded accurately and reflected in a timely manner.</p><p>• Work closely with project managers and operational teams to confirm financial inputs, evaluate developing issues, and highlight potential cost or profit concerns early.</p><p>• Apply appropriate revenue recognition treatment based on contract terms and project progress, including percentage-of-completion or milestone-driven methods where required.</p><p>• Prepare monthly close activities for project accounts and deliver reporting on revenue, backlog, profitability, and forecasted outcomes within established deadlines.</p><p>• Build and maintain cost-to-complete models and forward-looking financial forecasts, then analyze variances against budget or prior expectations.</p><p>• Maintain organized supporting documentation and strong audit-ready records to reinforce compliance, transparency, and reporting accuracy.</p><p>• Partner with engineering, procurement, operations, and finance leadership to align financial results with project execution and improve decision support.</p><p>• Contribute to internal control compliance, audit requests, and process improvements that strengthen efficiency, consistency, and scalability across project accounting activities.</p>
- 2026-10-20T00:00:00Z
- Silver Spring, MD
- onsite
- Temporary / Contract
- 21 - 25 USD / Hourly
- <p>We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Office Assistant to support daily administrative operations and help keep the office running efficiently. The ideal candidate will be professional, proactive and comfortable handling a variety of clerical and customer-facing tasks. The Office </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Answer and direct phone calls and greet visitors</li><li>Manage calendars, schedules and meeting coordination</li><li>Maintain filing systems and office records</li><li>Order and stock office supplies</li><li>Assist with data entry, document preparation and correspondence</li><li>Support mail distribution, scanning and copying</li><li>Help coordinate office events and team activities</li><li>Provide general administrative support to leadership and staff</li></ul><p><br></p>
- 2026-10-26T00:00:00Z
- Fredericksburg, VA
- onsite
- Temporary / Contract
- 18 - 19 USD / Hourly
- <p>We are seeking a detail-oriented and dependable Office Assistant to support daily administrative operations and help keep the office running smoothly. The ideal candidate is organized, service-focused and comfortable managing a variety of clerical, coordination and front-office tasks. This position is part-time 20 hours a week onsite.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Answer and direct phone calls, emails and visitor inquiries. </li><li>Maintain office files, records and documentation. </li><li>Schedule meetings, coordinate calendars and assist with travel arrangements. </li><li>Order office supplies and track inventory levels. </li><li>Support data entry, reporting and document preparation. Based on general knowledge.</li><li>Help coordinate internal workflows and administrative operations. </li><li>Provide front office support and contribute to customer experience efforts.</li></ul><p><br></p>
- 2026-11-09T00:00:00Z
- Washington, DC
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 150000 - 190000 USD / Yearly
- <p>My client is seeking a Senior Accounting Manager – Financial Reporting with experience in the energy, real estate or public accounting industries to assist with their day-to-day accounting and finance operations in their Washington, DC office. The ideal person for the Senior Accounting Manager – Financial Reporting position will assist with financial reporting, producing 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.</p><p><br></p><p>Daily responsibilities of the Senior Accounting Manager – Financial Reporting include:</p><p><br></p><p>· Assist with monthly financial reporting.</p><p>· Consolidate financial statements.</p><p>· Prepare appropriate journal entries.</p><p>· Reconcile various balance sheet accounts.</p><p>· Produce financial reporting packages.</p><p>· Ensure accounting is in compliance with US GAAP.</p>
- 2026-11-12T00:00:00Z
- Baltimore, MD
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 85000 - 105000 USD / Yearly
- <p>Join a growing real estate investment and development platform where you'll have real ownership, visibility, and the opportunity to make an impact beyond traditional property accounting.</p><p>This role is ideal for an experienced Property Accountant or Senior Accountant who enjoys partnering with operations, solving problems, and helping drive the financial performance of a commercial real estate portfolio. <strong>If you are interested in learning more about this or any Robert Half opportunity, email your resume to Jim Meade at Robert Half and connect with me on LinkedIn.</strong></p><p>What You'll Do</p><ul><li>Own the month-end close and financial reporting for a portfolio of commercial real estate assets</li><li>Prepare and review financial statements, account reconciliations, journal entries, and variance analysis</li><li>Partner with Property Managers and Asset Managers to support budgeting, forecasting, and asset performance initiatives</li><li>Assist with acquisitions, dispositions, refinancing transactions, and portfolio onboarding activities</li><li>Prepare lender, ownership, investor, and audit reporting packages</li><li>Monitor cash activity, receivables, and key balance sheet accounts while ensuring strong internal controls</li><li>Serve as a trusted accounting resource for internal stakeholders across the organization</li><li>Help mentor junior team members and contribute to process improvements and operational efficiencies</li></ul><p><strong>Why This Opportunity Stands Out</strong></p><ul><li>Exposure to a sophisticated commercial real estate portfolio</li><li>Direct interaction with Asset Management and senior leadership</li><li>Opportunity to participate in acquisitions, financing, and strategic projects</li><li>Collaborative culture with strong leadership and career growth potential</li><li>Hybrid schedule with WFH Fridays</li></ul>
- 2026-11-06T00:00:00Z
- Arlington, VA
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 130000 - 185000 USD / Yearly
- <p>Our client, a rapidly growing, well capitalized world class leader in their sector, is recruiting for their new Manager of Technical Accounting. This highly visible and challenging position will provide hands on technical accounting leadership, research and interpretation as the company moves forward with cutting edge new global level projects. This role will clearly allow you to add your signature on the organization as the company’s global reach expands. </p><p> </p><p>As part of the core duties for this challenging Manager of Technical Accounting role you will:</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Conduct technical accounting analysis for complex transactions, adhering to US GAAP and document conclusions in formal accounting memos.</li><li>Stay abreast of evolving US GAAP standards; actively contribute to research, analysis, and implementation of new accounting pronouncements; thoroughly document conclusions in whitepapers.</li><li>Develop robust accounting policies, processes, and internal controls, ensuring alignment with US GAAP standards.</li><li>Provide support for month-end, quarter-end, and year-end accounting close and financial reporting processes as well as technical accounting areas, footnote disclosures and audit responses </li><li>Conduct reviews of contracts for accounting/finance implications; document and communicate conclusions as necessary.</li><li>Drive continuous improvement by enhancing existing accounting-related processes.</li><li>Assist with foreign country compliance and IFRS/foreign reporting requirements.</li><li>Collaborate seamlessly with auditors to ensure effective interactions.</li><li>Undertake additional duties as required and assigned.</li></ul><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><br></p>
- 2026-10-16T00:00:00Z