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12 results for Chief Financial Officercfo in Washington, DC

CFO - Chief Financial Officer
  • Baltimore, MD
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 75 - 90 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an experienced financial executive to provide immediate leadership for a manufacturing organization in Baltimore, Maryland. This Long-term Contract position will guide day-to-day accounting operations, strengthen financial oversight, and help bring stability to a high-visibility finance function. The role is best suited for someone who can step into a hands-on leadership capacity, partner with the existing team, and support accurate reporting in a fast-paced environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct the monthly close process to ensure timely, accurate financial reporting and resolution of outstanding accounting issues.<br>• Oversee deferred revenue accounting and confirm balances are recorded and recognized in accordance with established standards.<br>• Provide practical leadership to the accounting team, offering guidance, prioritization, and support across core finance activities.<br>• Partner with finance and operational stakeholders to improve accounting workflows and reinforce internal financial controls.<br>• Support financial system-related work connected to the field services platform implementation, including accurate data mapping into Sage Intacct.<br>• Review cash flow position and advise on short-term financial management priorities to support business continuity.<br>• Collaborate with billing, collections, and accounting personnel to improve coordination across receivables and related reporting.<br>• Serve as a visible finance leader, helping stabilize the function during an interim period while maintaining business-as-usual performance.
  • 2026-05-15T00:00:00Z
CFO
  • Baltimore, MD
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 190000 - 220000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to join our executive leadership team in Baltimore County, Maryland. In this role, you will oversee the financial strategy, reporting, and controls of the organization while providing direction to HR, IT, and risk management functions. This position plays a critical role in driving profitability, optimizing cash flow, and supporting the company&#39;s long-term growth objectives through Mergers and Acquisitions.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Develop and implement financial strategies that align with corporate goals and support sustained growth.</p><p>• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and long-term financial planning processes.</p><p>• Lead the preparation of accurate financial reports, forecasts, and key performance analyses for stakeholders.</p><p>• Establish and maintain robust internal controls, policies, and procedures to ensure financial integrity.</p><p>• Manage relationships with lenders, banks, and external partners, ensuring compliance and effective communication.</p><p>• Provide financial guidance on major contracts, capital investments, and strategic decisions.</p><p>• Partner with operational teams to enhance performance across sales, service, parts, and rental departments.</p><p>• Oversee HR and IT functions, ensuring systems and processes meet organizational needs and scalability.</p><p>• Lead financial due diligence and integration efforts for mergers, acquisitions, and strategic partnerships.</p><p>• Mentor and develop high-performing teams across finance, HR, and IT, fostering accountability and growth.</p>
  • 2026-05-11T00:00:00Z
CFO
  • Laurel, MD
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 225000 - 275000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Our client is seeking a dynamic CFO with strong construction industry experience to join their team just south of Columbia, MD. They are looking for a strategic leader who can oversee financial operations, provide executive‑level guidance, and drive company‑wide financial efficiency. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in WIP accounting, job costing, and financial reporting, with the ability to clearly and effectively communicate insights to the executive team. The CFO will lead the Controller and the accounting/finance team, oversee payroll and core financial operations, and maintain strong project cost controls across the organization. This leader will work closely with operations and project management to ensure accurate project financials, protect margins, manage risk, and drive overall financial performance.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Partner with executive leadership to shape financial strategy and support key operational decisions.</li><li>Oversee all construction‑related financial functions, including WIP schedules, monthly financials, job costing, and percentage‑of‑completion revenue recognition.</li><li>Manage progress billings, change orders, subcontractor agreements, and retainage tracking to ensure accurate project financials.</li><li>Lead budgeting, forecasting, and multi‑year financial planning.</li><li>Provide timely, accurate financial reporting and clearly communicate insights to ownership and senior leadership.</li><li>Present monthly financial results to executives, effectively explaining variances and answering operational and financial questions.</li><li>Monitor project performance by partnering with project managers on labor productivity, materials, subcontractor costs, and overall job profitability.</li><li>Establish and track KPIs related to profitability, efficiency, and cash flow.</li><li>Oversee the accounting team and key functions including AP/AR, payroll, month‑end close, and financial reporting.</li><li>Improve financial processes and leverage technology to strengthen visibility and scalability.</li><li>Utilize Vista as the primary accounting system.</li></ul>
  • 2026-05-11T00:00:00Z
Director of Finance and Accounting
  • Columbia, MD
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 125000 - 150000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Our client is looking for an experienced finance leader to oversee accounting and financial strategy for their organization located in-person in Columbia, Maryland. This role will guide budgeting, reporting, compliance, and internal controls while providing clear analysis to support sound business decisions. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, operational leadership, and the ability to manage a broad range of financial responsibilities with accuracy and independence.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead the full scope of finance and accounting activities, including payables, receivables, cash oversight, and ongoing financial administration.</p><p>• Prepare timely monthly and interim financial statements and translate results into meaningful performance insights for leadership.</p><p>• Manage the general ledger and supporting records, ensuring documentation is organized, accurate, and aligned with accepted accounting standards.</p><p>• Develop and maintain schedules related to deferred revenue and debt obligations, including required quarterly and annual calculations and reporting.</p><p>• Oversee tax-related filings such as payroll and property tax submissions, while coordinating completion of federal tax reporting.</p><p>• Direct month-end and year-end closing activities, reconcile financial data across systems, and strengthen internal control practices.</p><p>• Coordinate internal audit activity and serve as the primary lead for the annual external financial statement audit process.</p><p>• Build the annual operating budget, establish timelines, and present budget assumptions and results to organizational leadership.</p><p>• Support specialized regulatory reporting, including Medicare cost reporting, and maintain required documentation for compliance purposes.</p><p>• Maintain departmental policies and procedures, administer commercial insurance matters, and provide backup guidance for payroll, accounts payable, and accounts receivable functions as needed.</p>
  • 2026-05-15T00:00:00Z
Director of Accounting
  • Washington, DC
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 180000 - 240000 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>
  • 2026-04-17T00:00:00Z
Major Gifts Officer
  • Washington, DC
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 110000 - 131000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for a dedicated Major Gifts Officer to join our nonprofit think tank based in Washington, District of Columbia. In this newly established role, you will play a pivotal part in advancing the organization&#39;s mission by cultivating relationships with major donors and securing significant contributions. This position offers a hybrid work schedule and excellent benefits, with opportunities for career growth within a visible and impactful role.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Build and nurture relationships with major donors, including individuals, foundations, and corporations, to secure significant contributions.</p><p>• Develop and implement strategic fundraising plans aimed at targeting high-value donors.</p><p>• Organize and oversee events and activities designed to attract and engage individual and corporate sponsors.</p><p>• Maintain donor records, including tracking important dates such as birthdays, and arranging personalized gifts or messages.</p><p>• Create compelling presentations and proposals to inspire existing and prospective donors.</p><p>• Collaborate closely with the Vice President of Donor Development to execute fundraising initiatives and meet organizational goals.</p><p>• Conduct research to identify potential donors and develop tailored strategies for outreach.</p><p>• Monitor and analyze fundraising performance metrics to improve efforts and ensure success.</p><p>• Serve as a visible representative of the organization in donor-facing activities and networking opportunities.</p><p><br></p><p>All interested candidates in this Major Gifts Officer position and other full-time opportunities please send your resume to Justin Decker via LinkedIn </p>
  • 2026-05-15T00:00:00Z
VP/Director of Finance
  • Fredericksburg, VA
  • onsite
  • Temporary to Hire
  • 57 - 66 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an experienced finance leader to guide financial strategy, accounting operations, and business administration for a mission-driven nonprofit organization in Fredericksburg, Virginia. This contract opportunity with permanent potential is ideal for someone who can combine hands-on financial oversight with strong leadership, ensuring accurate reporting, sound controls, and effective support for organizational decision-making. The role will partner closely with executive leadership, contribute to long-range financial planning, and help maintain compliance with regulatory and funding requirements.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead the organization’s finance and business operations, ensuring accounting activities are accurate, compliant, and aligned with operational goals.<br>• Direct day-to-day cash management, monitor liquidity, and develop reliable forecasting models to support planning and financial stability.<br>• Supervise, coach, and develop finance staff while providing coverage planning to maintain continuity across critical functions.<br>• Coordinate the annual external audit process, prepare supporting schedules, and serve as the primary contact for auditors and finance committee stakeholders.<br>• Oversee preparation of annual budgets by establishing timelines, issuing guidance, reviewing submissions, and consolidating financial data into management-ready reports.<br>• Strengthen internal controls and financial procedures to protect assets, improve reporting accuracy, and support fiscal accountability.<br>• Manage month-end and year-end close activities, including financial statement preparation, variance analysis, and dashboard reporting for leadership and the board.<br>• Prepare or oversee required filings and financial reports for tax, government, nonprofit, and funding agencies, including Form 990 and grant-related reporting.<br>• Maintain financial records related to grants and contracts and support external relationships through participation with community partners and organizational events.
  • 2026-05-14T00:00:00Z
VP/Director of Finance
  • Washington, DC
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 165000 - 170000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>My client is seeking a forward-thinking and collaborative <strong>Vice President of Finance</strong> to lead all financial accounting, audit, and reporting functions, and serve as a key member of the executive leadership team. This individual will oversee a team of dedicated finance professionals and play a critical role in financial strategy, compliance, and organizational growth.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities:</p><p><br></p><p>Finance Leadership and Strategy:</p><p><br></p><ul><li>Serve as a senior adviser and thought partner to the Leadership Team on financial processes, forecasting, management, compliance, and reporting.</li><li>Develop and execute a financial management strategy and annual workplan to optimize accounting practices and support organizational management.</li><li>Oversee long-term and short-term financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and investment management.</li><li>Track, analyze, report, and present on key financial metrics to executive leadership and Board committees.</li><li>Lead annual budget development processes and maintain forecasting and budget tools.</li><li>Collaborate with fundraising and program teams to build revenue forecasts, develop proposal budgets, and support foundation reporting.</li><li>Stay up to date on nonprofit accounting and audit best practices, as well as state and federal regulations.</li><li>Lead and develop a cohesive team, ensuring ongoing training and clarity of financial policies and procedures.</li><li>Act as the finance liaison with the Board Treasurer and Board committees; prepare and present regular analysis and reports.</li></ul><p>Finance and Accounting Operations:</p><p><br></p><ul><li>Ensure all accounting operations comply with GAAP and regulatory requirements.</li><li>Oversee cash and account reconciliations, financial transactions, and closing processes.</li><li>Manage organizational cash flow forecasting, assets, and investments.</li><li>Produce accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for executive leadership and the Board.</li><li>Oversee finance-related policies and procedures, ensuring regular staff training.</li><li>Partner with project managers and departments to support financial reporting, aligning expenditures with program budgets.</li></ul><p>Audit and Internal Controls:</p><p><br></p><ul><li>Develop and maintain internal controls consistent with nonprofit best practices.</li><li>Lead annual audit processes and the preparation of IRS Form 990, serving as primary liaison to external auditors and the Board Audit Committee.</li><li>Ensure investment accounts are aligned with approved policies and accounted for according to established standards.</li><li>Support the Audit Committee Chair, including leading the rebid for audit services if required.</li></ul>
  • 2026-04-17T00:00:00Z
Financial crimes analysis
  • Washington, DC
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 23 - 23 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are seeking a detail-oriented Financial Crimes Analyst to support our compliance and risk teams by accurately entering, updating, and maintaining sensitive financial crimes data. This role requires strong attention to detail, confidentiality, and the ability to work with large volumes of information in a fast-paced environment. This role is highly data-entry focused, so strong Excel skills and a high level of accuracy are essential. It’s a great opportunity for someone looking to get their foot in the door in business and finance. You will be working onsite Monday to Friday. Interviews are beginning Thursday 23rd 2026. Please respond to Jackie Bailey at 571-297-7549 and leave a message.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Enter, review, and update data related to financial crimes investigations, suspicious activity, and compliance records</li><li>Maintain accurate and organized electronic files and databases</li><li>Verify information for completeness and accuracy before submission</li><li>Assist with tracking case documentation and investigation records</li><li>Identify discrepancies, missing information, and data inconsistencies</li><li>Support reporting needs for compliance, fraud, AML, and KYC teams</li><li>Follow internal procedures, regulatory guidelines, and confidentiality standards</li><li>Communicate with internal departments to resolve data issues as needed</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-04-20T00:00:00Z
Fund Accounting Manager
  • Annapolis, MD
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 100000 - 130000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Fund Accounting Manager – Real Estate &amp; 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>
  • 2026-04-17T00:00:00Z
Corporate Accountant
  • Washington, DC
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 75000 - 90000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>My client is a real estate company seeking a Corporate Accountant to assist their day-to-day operations in their Washington, DC office. The ideal person for the Corporate Accountant position will have experience with the month end close process, preparing monthly financial reports, experience with preparing appropriate journal entries, reconciling balance sheet accounts and an overall understanding of accounting compliance with US GAAP. This organization offers great opportunities for growth and an excellent benefit package including health benefits.</p><p><br></p><p>Daily responsibilities of the Corporate Accountant include:</p><p><br></p><p>·      Prepare monthly financial reports.</p><p>·      Prepare appropriate journal entries.</p><p>·      Reconcile various balance sheet accounts.</p><p>·      Research real estate accounting principles.</p><p>·      Ensure company is in compliance with regulatory agencies.</p>
  • 2026-04-17T00:00:00Z
VP of Accounting
  • McLean, VA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 0 - 0 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for an accomplished accounting executive to lead the organization’s financial operations in McLean, Virginia. This position will guide core accounting activities, safeguard reporting accuracy, and strengthen compliance across the business. The role also works closely with senior leadership to improve processes, deliver meaningful financial insight, and build the structure needed to support continued growth.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct the full scope of accounting operations, including ledger management, payables, receivables, payroll, and formal financial reporting.<br>• Oversee the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual statements, ensuring results are accurate, timely, and aligned with applicable U.S. accounting standards.<br>• Lead period-end close activities and refine close procedures to increase efficiency, consistency, and control.<br>• Design, implement, and monitor internal control frameworks that support compliance and reduce financial risk.<br>• Manage relationships with external auditors, tax advisors, and regulatory bodies while coordinating audit and compliance activities.<br>• Establish accounting policies and operational procedures that promote standardization, scalability, and best practices.<br>• Collaborate with FP&amp;A and executive leadership to provide analysis that supports planning, performance evaluation, and strategic decisions.<br>• Build, coach, and develop a strong accounting team while fostering accountability and high performance.<br>• Support acquisition-related work by contributing to due diligence, integration efforts, and purchase accounting activities.<br>• Champion process improvements, automation initiatives, and finance system optimization to enhance reporting and operational effectiveness.
  • 2026-05-05T00:00:00Z