<p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounting Assistant to support the financial operations and provide administrative support to a construction company in Maryland. This position is ideal for someone who is comfortable in performing day-to-day accounting tasks, maintaining accurate records, and working closely with leadership to keep financial processes organized. The right candidate has experience in QuickBooks Desktop experience, a solid understanding of construction payroll practices, and a clear, approachable communication style.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Assist in data entry of accurate financial records for the company using QuickBooks Desktop, ensuring transactions are entered and categorized correctly.</p><p>• Process accounts payable and accounts receivable activities, including invoice tracking, payment posting, and vendor coordination.</p><p>• Assist in preparing payroll with attention to wage scales and construction-related pay requirements.</p><p>• Complete state and local certified payroll reporting in accordance with applicable regulations and deadlines.</p><p>• Assist Controller in bookkeeping documentation and support efficient record retention for ongoing business operations.</p><p>• Work directly with company leadership to provide timely financial information and assist with routine accounting needs.</p><p><br></p><p>All interested candidates in this Accounting Assistant role and other fulltime opportunities across Washington, D.C. area please send your resume to Justin Decker via LinkedIn. </p>
<p> </p><p>Our client, an established and well known non-profit organization in the Arlington, Virginia area is seeking an experienced Director of Accounting to lead core accounting operations and oversee financial reporting activities within a complex organizational environment. This position will be responsible for accurate financial reporting, maintaining compliance with applicable accounting standards and regulatory requirements, and leading a small team of accounting professionals covering accounting operations and accounts payable. The ideal candidate will bring a strong technical accounting background, sound leadership skills, and the ability to operate effectively in a collaborative, evolving setting.</p><p> </p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Provide leadership for day-to-day accounting operations, including oversight of the general ledger and accounts payable</li><li>Direct monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting</li><li>Prepare financial statements, cash flow reporting, debt ratio analysis, and other financial reporting for leadership</li><li>Maintain compliance with GAAP and other applicable regulatory and institutional requirements</li><li>Develop, enhance, and enforce accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls</li><li>Oversee lease billing activity and debt-related payment processes for short- and long-term obligations</li><li>Manage accounts payable operations, including payment approvals and budgetary review support</li><li>Ensure bank accounts are reconciled accurately and on schedule</li><li>Coordinate tax filings, capital asset reporting, and debt-related schedules</li><li>Supervise, mentor, and develop accounting staff while fostering accountability and continuous improvement</li><li>Partner with leadership on process enhancements and other finance-related initiatives</li></ul><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> </p><p>Please submit your resume in confidence to Raj Khanna, Senior Vice President at Robert Half for immediate consideration for this or one of our other active career opportunities in the Washington Metro area.</p><p> </p><p><br></p><p> </p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Payroll Manager to lead payroll operations for a large, multi-jurisdiction workforce based in Baltimore, Maryland. This Long-term Contract opportunity is fully remote and is ideal for someone who is detail oriented and can bring stability, accuracy, and strong leadership during a period of organizational change. The person in this role will guide day-to-day payroll execution, support a team of payroll specialists, and help maintain compliant, timely processing across complex payroll environments.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct full-cycle payroll activities for a high-volume employee population, ensuring wages, variable compensation, and related payments are processed accurately and on schedule.</p><p>• Supervise and support a team of 4 to 5 payroll specialists, setting clear expectations and promoting consistent, high-quality output.</p><p>• Maintain payroll calendars and oversee critical deliverables such as tax submissions, year-end statements, reconciliations, and required payroll documentation.</p><p>• Monitor adherence to applicable federal, state, provincial, and local payroll regulations to reduce risk and uphold compliance standards.</p><p>• Prepare payroll data, audit support materials, and operational reports for internal review and external requirements.</p><p>• Partner with HR, Finance, Legal, and relevant vendors to address payroll questions, resolve discrepancies, and improve cross-functional coordination.</p><p>• Manage payroll system effectiveness by identifying issues, supporting troubleshooting efforts, and helping maintain reliable integrations with related platforms.</p><p>• Contribute to process improvements, team training, and operational continuity as the organization navigates workforce and structural changes.</p>
<p>We are looking for a Payroll Accountant to support global payroll operations for a Contract position based Washington, DC. This role oversees payroll processing, validation, and account reconciliation across multiple international jurisdictions, with particular attention to compliance, timeliness, and accuracy. The position works closely with external payroll vendors and internal payroll, tax, and accounting teams to help deliver reliable payroll outcomes and support compensation-related activities.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Coordinate monthly payroll activities across U.S. and Asia-based operations by working with external payroll providers to prepare, review, and finalize payroll runs.</p><p>• Examine payroll results for accuracy, resolve discrepancies, and confirm employee payments, tax withholdings, and statutory submissions are completed on schedule.</p><p>• Perform detailed reconciliations for payroll-related balance sheet and expense accounts on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis.</p><p>• Partner with payroll, employment tax, and accounting stakeholders to support compliance with local payroll tax regulations and reporting requirements.</p><p>• Assist with payroll matters tied to global mobility arrangements, equity compensation such as restricted stock units, and other employee pay programs.</p><p>• Review payroll data and supporting documentation to identify issues, strengthen controls, and improve the reliability of payroll reporting.</p><p>• Support tax filings, remittances, and related reconciliations to help ensure obligations are met accurately and within required deadlines.</p><p>• Contribute to payroll and accounting activities that may involve process updates or operational changes, as needed by the broader team.Accuntant </p>
<p>Robert Half is searching for a hands-on Payroll Manager to oversee and execute all aspects of payroll operations for a workforce of several hundred employees. This role is responsible for ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing, eking maintaining compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, and supervising a small payroll department. </p><p><br></p><p>This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced payroll professional who enjoys being actively involved in the day-to-day payroll process while leading continuous improvements and providing exceptional internal customer service. Experience with UKG (Ultimate Kronos Group) payroll systems is required. If interested, please apply to this posting or contact Cody Marshall at Robert Half.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Manage the end-to-end payroll process for a multi-state employee population using UKG.</li><li>Serve as the primary payroll processor, ensuring accurate and timely weekly, bi-weekly, or semi-monthly payroll processing.</li><li>Supervise, mentor, and support one Payroll team member while maintaining a collaborative and service-oriented environment.</li><li>Review payroll transactions, earnings, deductions, taxes, garnishments, bonuses, commissions, and adjustments for accuracy.</li><li>Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local payroll laws and regulations.</li><li>Manage payroll tax filings, W-2 processing, year-end activities, and coordinate with external vendors as needed.</li><li>Partner with Human Resources and Finance to ensure employee data, benefit deductions, and compensation changes are processed accurately.</li><li>Reconcile payroll-related accounts and assist with month-end and year-end close activities.</li><li>Respond to employee payroll inquiries in a timely and professional manner.</li><li>Maintain payroll policies, procedures, and internal controls to ensure data integrity and confidentiality.</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve payroll processes, reporting, and system efficiencies within UKG.</li><li>Support audits by preparing payroll documentation and responding to internal and external audit requests.</li><li>Stay current on payroll legislation, tax regulations, and industry best practices.</li></ul>
<p>Fund Accounting Manager – Real Estate & Private Funds (2 days in office in Annapolis) - Apply here or email Jim Meade at Robert Half right away for consideration.</p><p><br></p><p>A well-established, growth-oriented private investment firm is seeking a Fund Accounting Manager to oversee the day-to-day accounting and reporting for its closed-end funds. This is a hands-on leadership role offering meaningful exposure to senior stakeholders, institutional investors, and complex fund structures.</p><p>This opportunity stands out for its collaborative culture, strong work-life balance, and exceptional leadership. The hiring manager is technically sharp and genuinely invested in developing the team—making this an ideal role for someone who enjoys mentoring while still staying close to the work.</p><p><br></p><p>Why This Role</p><ul><li>Stable, well-capitalized investment platform with sophisticated fund structures</li><li>High-quality leadership — work for a manager known for coaching, mentorship, and trust</li><li>Culture that values intellectual challenge without burnout</li><li>Hybrid schedule: 2 days in office in Annapolis</li><li>Visibility across fund, asset management, tax, and capital markets teams</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Own the financial close, reporting, and integrity of private funds</li><li>Serve as primary contact for investor reporting, requests, and documentation</li><li>Interpret and apply complex partnership agreements and debt agreements</li><li>Maintain investor capital accounts, capital calls, distributions, and reporting</li><li>Prepare and review carried interest calculations, NAV, and cash flow availability</li><li>Oversee monthly close for all non‑property fund entities and consolidated results</li><li>Review quarterly valuations and understand valuation changes and drivers</li><li>Lead preparation of GAAP-compliant fund financial statements</li><li>Oversee quarterly and annual compliance reporting</li><li>Manage relationships with external fund administrators, driving accuracy and process improvement</li><li>Prepare audit and tax PBC workpapers</li><li>Document and maintain fund accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls</li><li>Partner closely with asset management, tax, and capital markets teams</li><li>Support budgeting and forecasting for fund entities</li><li>Proactively identify issues and collaborate with senior leadership on solutions</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Leadership Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Manage and develop a Senior Fund Accountant</li><li>Act as a key resource and thought partner to the broader fund accounting leadership team</li><li>Promote accountability, ownership, and continuous improvement within the group</li></ul>
<p>Our client, a well-established higher education institution in the Northern Virginia area, is seeking a Director of Accounting & Financial Reporting to lead key accounting operations and financial reporting activities. This position will oversee a small team and play a critical role in ensuring accurate financial reporting, regulatory compliance, strong internal controls, and effective financial management across the organization.</p><p><br></p><p>This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced accounting leader who enjoys balancing technical accounting responsibilities with team leadership, process improvement, and strategic financial support.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p>