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110 results for Cost Accountant in Washington, DC

Controller
  • Arlington, VA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 130000.00 - 135000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Do You Love Numbers? Are You a Skilled Non-Profit Controller or Assistant Controller with an Entrepreneurial Spirit? Have you ever dreamed of combining your financial expertise with your passion for making a global impact? Are you ready to work for a forward-thinking non-profit organization that values innovation and looks for entrepreneurial leaders like you? If so, keep reading. This is your opportunity to step into a leadership role within a globally recognized social-impact organization that is driving positive change across the world.</p><p><br></p><p>Our client, a $35M non-profit in the DC Metro area, is looking for a talented Controller who will partner with the CFO to manage and oversee all aspects of the organization's financial and accounting operations. This leadership position offers the chance to work closely with senior executives and program leaders, empowering them to make informed decisions while ensuring financial excellence across the organization's operations. This isn't just a finance role; it's about joining a team dedicated to making a meaningful difference—designing systems, processes, and strategies that support the organization's work to create lasting social change worldwide.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>*Manage accounts, ledgers, and reporting systems to ensure compliance with GAAP standards and nonprofit regulatory requirements.</p><p>*Implement internal controls for revenue, costs, budgets, and asset protection while ensuring accurate financial transaction recordings.</p><p>*Coordinate and oversee audit processes.</p><p>*Analyze financial data, prepare timely reports, and communicate updates to senior leadership.</p><p>*Review and approve payroll transactions.</p><p>*Support the CFO in engaging with the board’s audit and finance committees on financial trends and strategies.</p><p>*Oversee accounting for grants and programs to ensure spending aligns with budgets and funding requirements.</p><p>*Build and maintain relationships with external stakeholders like banks, lenders, and vendors.</p><p>*Develop and enforce finance policies, procedures, and systems to support operations.</p><p>*Lead improvements to the accounting ERP system (NetSuite) and coordinate system rollouts in additional locations.</p><p>*Lead and develop the finance team, fostering clear communication and strong collaboration.</p><p>*Strengthen partnerships with HR, IT, legal, and program teams to streamline operations.</p><p>*Promote a positive work environment and provide coaching to tackle challenges collaboratively.</p><p><br></p><p>The ideal candidate will be an individual who thrives in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment and has the following qualifications: CPA,10+ years exp with 2–5+ years of experience in a Non-Profit Controller or Asst Controller role, strong background in grant accounting from private foundations NOT government grants, NetSuite or something similar, strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to research and apply technical accounting standards as required, a collaborative mindset and ability to educate colleagues with varying levels of financial knowledge and a passion for innovation and working in entrepreneurial teams where creativity, adaptability, and results are valued. Comp range for this Controller role is 130-135K in base salary + bonus, full benefits and this is a hybrid role in the office in Arlington, VA a minimum of 3 days/week. To apply to this job please do so through this posting or reach out to Caren Bromberg Bach on LinkedIn or call Caren Bach at 301.965.9035.</p>
  • 2025-12-05T17:04:23Z
Corporate Controller
  • Fairfax, VA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 170000.00 - 200000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for an experienced Corporate Controller to join a fast-growing, private equity-backed government contractor in Fairfax, Virginia. This is a unique opportunity to play a key leadership role in the finance team, supporting organizational growth and contributing to strategic financial initiatives. The ideal candidate will thrive in a dynamic environment, providing technical expertise and hands-on guidance to drive financial reporting, systems enhancements, and integration processes.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee consolidated financial reporting for multiple entities, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and company policies.</p><p>• Prepare monthly and annual financial reports for private equity stakeholders, including detailed flux analysis.</p><p>• Lead accounting system upgrades and transformations to align with organizational growth and acquisition activities.</p><p>• Support merger and acquisition processes, managing the integration of new entities into the financial structure.</p><p>• Implement best practices for systems and data integration to streamline financial reporting and consolidation.</p><p>• Manage external audits and tax compliance, fostering strong relationships with external partners.</p><p>• Coordinate federal, state, and local tax reporting to ensure compliance with regulations.</p><p>• Collaborate with business unit controllers to align accounting functions with organizational objectives.</p><p>• Develop and oversee the preparation of consolidated budgets and rolling forecasts.</p><p>• Analyze revenue, expenses, and margins to optimize project profitability and guide senior leadership in achieving financial goals.</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> </p><p>Please respond in confidence to Raj Khanna, Senior Vice President at Robert Half for immediate consideration for this fast-moving opportunity or one of our other immediate </p><p>openings in the Washington, DC Metro area.</p><p> </p><p><br></p><p><br></p>
  • 2025-12-05T17:04:23Z
Senior Accountant
  • Arlington, VA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 100000.00 - 125000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Our client is a rapidly growing and well financed global company in the emerging energy sector. They are recruiting for a Senior Accountant to join their world class team. This is a ground floor opportunity for a talented Senior Accountant to take their career to the next level quickly with a great amount of career runway as this company rapidly builds their finance team and overall infrastructure. This exciting Senior Accountant position will report to a tenured Director and provide accounting support at the corporate level for their cutting edge new global level projects.</p><p> </p><p>Duties for this this exciting Senior Accountant role will include the following:</p><p> </p><p>·       Work closely with the corporate accounting team and be a key contributor to the month end and year end accounting close as well as financial reporting</p><p>·       Prepare journal entries including monthly accruals, adjusting entries and complex entries to support complex transactions.</p><p>·       Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations for accounts assigned and related account schedules</p><p>·       Assist with the external audit process and provide supporting schedules and requested information to support the year end external audit and quarterly reviews</p><p>·       Support management with the development of key accounting processes as well as design of internal controls</p><p>·       As a part of a team, assist with system implementations and related technology projects</p><p>·       Work effectively between project operations teams and the corporate accounting team to maintain information flow and hit reporting deadlines</p><p>·       Perform ad hoc projects for management as assigned.</p><p> </p><p>Our client offers fully paid medical insurance 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 Metro area.</p><p> </p><p><br></p>
  • 2025-11-21T19:48:37Z
Project Accountant
  • Washington, DC
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 90000.00 - 105000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Our client, a privately owned real estate firm involved in real estate investment, development and property management worldwide is one of the largest real estate organizations in the world and they are looking for a Senior Property Accountant. This Senior Property Accountant will be responsible for ensuring the accuracy and propriety of all financial data and reports. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:</p><ul><li>Collaborate closely with Controller, Property/Project Manager, and Accountants to maintain the accuracy of accounting, financial reporting, and construction draw processes, when required.</li><li>Create funding requests for both investors and lenders.</li><li>Perform treasury-related tasks, which include initiating wire transfers for distributions, debt service, and other periodic or special payments.</li><li>Analyze accounts receivable (AR) aging to evaluate collectability and recommend write-offs or reserves as needed.</li><li>Support the Property Management team with analysis of accounts receivable data to assist in collection efforts, if necessary.</li><li>Post journal entries to the general ledger, ensuring compliance with GAAP or other applicable accounting standards. If relevant, review journal entries prepared by Accountants or external parties to ensure accuracy and alignment with accounting principles.</li><li>Manage project/property reporting schedules and draw calendars.</li><li>Execute month-end close tasks, including preparing and reviewing reconciliations of complex accounts.</li><li>Conduct thorough reviews and analyses of the general ledger.</li><li>Accurately calculate, invoice, and record Property/Development Management fees and Construction Management fees in a timely manner.</li><li>Oversee fixed asset records by setting up and tracking new assets and processing monthly depreciation/amortization.</li><li>Prepare monthly and quarterly financial statements along with detailed supporting schedules, in coordination with the Property/Project Manager to ensure correctness.</li><li>Create lender-related reserve, escrow, or draw requests (including tenant improvements, commissions, and capital expenses).</li><li>Investigate accounting standards, draft memorandums outlining positions, and document appropriate treatment for unique or new financial items.</li><li>Implement and monitor procedures to ensure compliance with internal controls.</li><li>Provide assistance to the Asset Management and Property Management teams in preparing annual property budgets and reconciling differences between Argus models and budgets/forecasts. Enter approved budgets into relevant accounting systems.</li><li>Compile and submit information required for financial statement and internal audits.</li><li>Generate tax projections and develop tax preparation workpapers as needed.</li><li>Support and mentor new accountants in their respective specialties or product areas to ensure the consistency and accuracy of processes and deliverables.</li><li>Contribute to projects, ad hoc reporting, and analysis for the Accounting team as requested.</li></ul><p>The ideal candidate for this Senior Property Accountant role will have a BS in accounting from an accredited university- 3+ years of public accounting (auditing of real estate companies) or another real estate company doing similar work. This real estate company has a lot to offer an employee since they are a global firm located in the heart of DC. To apply to this Senior Property Accountant job please do so through this posting or reach out to Caren Bromberg Bach on LinkedIn or call Caren Bach at 301.965.9035.</p>
  • 2025-12-05T17:04:23Z
Staff Accountant
  • Washington, DC
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 60000.00 - 100000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for a dedicated Staff Accountant to join a stable and well-established non-profit organization in Washington, DC. This role offers a unique opportunity to work within a tenured team while enjoying outstanding benefits such as fully paid medical insurance and a robust pension plan among other exceptional perks. </p><p><br></p><p>You will collaborate with a skilled and experienced team under the guidance of an exceptional manager, handling both detailed day-to-day accounting tasks as well as supporting month-end and year-end financial close processes. Additional responsibilities for the Staff Accountant will include helping to prepare financial statements according to generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), as well as related journal entries and account reconciliations. The Staff Accountant will participate in financial close procedures, audits as well as the preparation of the budget. The Staff Accountant will be expected to stay current with changes in accounting standards and look for process efficiencies as they perform their work. </p><p> </p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process invoices efficiently and ensure accurate vendor file maintenance.</p><p>• Collaborate with vendors, contractors, and invoice approvers to address and resolve inquiries or discrepancies.</p><p>• Oversee expense report submissions, ensuring compliance with internal policies.</p><p>• Document and deposit cash and check receipts promptly and accurately.</p><p>• Assist in preparing state and federal filings and contribute to the annual audit process.</p><p>• Prepare financial statements in accordance with GAAP, including journal entries and account reconciliations.</p><p>• Participate in month-end and year-end close procedures, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.</p><p>• Support the budgeting process and assist with audits to maintain financial compliance.</p><p>• Stay updated on changes in accounting standards and identify opportunities for process improvements.</p><p>• Utilize financial software tools such as Excel for tasks involving VLOOKUPs and pivot tables</p><p> </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><br></p><p>Our client offers fully paid 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, Robert Half for immediate consideration for this or one of our many current openings in the Washington, DC Metro area.</p><p> </p>
  • 2025-12-05T19:03:55Z
Accounting Manager
  • Baltimore, MD
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 90000.00 - 115000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Our client is looking for a dedicated and detail-oriented Accounting Manager to join their team in Baltimore, Maryland. In this role, you will oversee financial operations, ensure compliance with non-profit accounting standards, and support strategic decision-making through accurate reporting and insightful analysis. This position requires a proactive leader who is passionate about driving efficiency, maintaining robust financial processes, and contributing to the overall mission of the organization.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage daily accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger maintenance, and the month-end close process.</p><p>• Ensure financial statements are prepared accurately, consistently, and on time, providing reliable reports to leadership and stakeholders.</p><p>• Develop and implement a comprehensive month-end close framework, identifying opportunities for improvement and addressing potential risks.</p><p>• Drive process enhancements in accounting operations to improve efficiency and support organizational goals.</p><p>• Establish and monitor internal controls to safeguard financial resources and ensure compliance with non-profit accounting standards.</p><p>• Leverage technology to optimize accounting processes and enable the team to focus on strategic insights and analysis.</p><p>• Collaborate with program managers and departmental leaders to provide financial advice, analysis, and recommendations for decision-making.</p><p>• Oversee fund and grant accounting, ensuring strict compliance with donor requirements and accurate grant reporting.</p><p>• Assist in preparing the annual budget and long-term forecasts, tracking financial performance, and analyzing variances.</p><p>• Lead collaborative budget discussions with managers to align financial and operational objectives.</p>
  • 2025-11-14T16:49:09Z
Staff Accountant
  • Washington, DC
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 85000.00 - 90000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are seeking a Staff Accountant to join our team based in Washington, District of Columbia. The role is located in Georgetown and provides free parking. The role is 100% in office. This role involves various accounting and administrative responsibilities within a dynamic organization. The successful candidate will manage all accounting and financial processes, ensuring accurate record-keeping and efficient operations.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee the full cycle of accounting duties, including but not limited to, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll and general ledger management.</p><p>• Prepare, analyze, and present monthly financial statements, budgets, and forecasts.</p><p>• Conduct bank reconciliations, manage cash flow, and ensure accurate financial record-keeping.</p><p>• Handle invoicing, bill payments, and expense reporting in a timely manner.</p><p>• Collaborate with external accountants for tax preparation and annual audits.</p><p>• Communicate effectively with vendors, project managers, designers, and clients on any issues around billing and invoicing.</p><p>• Manage administrative and operational tasks of the office, including but not limited to, managing leases, insurance, supplies, equipment, and facility emails and files.</p><p>• Maintain employee records, including attendance, benefits, and performance evaluations.</p><p>• Address employee inquiries and resolve HR-related issues in accordance with labor laws and company policies.</p><p>• Oversee day-to-day office operations, including supply management, equipment maintenance, and vendor relationships.</p><p>• Provide administrative support to the leadership team as needed.</p><p><br></p><p>Please reach out to Ian Gainor via LinkedIn if interested.</p>
  • 2025-11-07T17:39:13Z
Sr. Accountant
  • Arlington, VA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 90000.00 - 100000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Our client, a growing NP in Arlington, VA is looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to join their accounting team. In this role, you will play a key part in maintaining financial accuracy and compliance across multiple entities, general ledger, month end close, supporting essential accounting operations, and contributing to process improvements. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a dynamic organization that values collaboration and global impact.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes to ensure accuracy and timeliness.</p><p>• Prepare and reconcile key general ledger accounts, including cash, accounts payable, accounts receivable, accruals, intercompany transactions, and restricted funds.</p><p>• Post journal entries while maintaining thorough documentation for audit and compliance purposes.</p><p>• Manage accounts payable, accounts receivable, and daily banking activities.</p><p>• Utilize NetSuite for accounting transactions, reconciliations, and generating financial reports.</p><p>• Identify and implement improvements to NetSuite workflows and strengthen internal financial controls.</p><p>• Coordinate audit preparation activities, including creating schedules and gathering required documentation.</p><p>• Produce detailed monthly and quarterly financial reports and assist in variance analyses.</p><p>• Support initiatives aimed at enhancing operational efficiency and streamlining accounting processes.</p><p>• Collaborate with the Assistant Controller on special projects and organizational priorities.</p><p><br></p><p>The ideal candidate for this Senior Accountant role will have a BS in Accounting, 3+ years of hands-on non-profit accounting (including some international transactions) and NetSuite accounting software. This position is a minimum of 2 days/week in the office, full benefits and comp range of 90-100K + bonus. To apply to this job please do so through this posting or reach out to Caren Bromberg Bach on LinkedIn or call Caren Bach at 301.965.9035. </p>
  • 2025-11-20T20:17:54Z
Fund Accountant
  • Washington, DC
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 100000.00 - 150000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Are you an <strong>Accountant with Big 4 auditing experience</strong>—particularly with private equity (PE) or venture capital (VC) clients—or a <strong>Fund Accountant</strong> for a PE firm? Are you ready to contribute to a <strong>fast-growing investment firm</strong> leading innovative financial strategies? We are seeking a <strong>Fund Accountant</strong> to help expand and enhance the firm’s accounting, reporting, and operations functions.</p><p>This role offers <strong>broad exposure</strong> to multiple aspects of finance and operations within a high-growth environment, allowing you to impact the firm's trajectory positively. Reporting directly to the <strong>CFO</strong>, the role works closely with leadership across all levels, making your contributions integral to organizational success.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee <strong>fund accounting operations</strong>, including capital calls, distributions, and quarterly/annual fund financial statements by working with fund administrators.</li><li>Support investment activities such as <strong>deal closings</strong> and realizations, ensuring smooth transaction execution.</li><li>Monitor compliance with <strong>credit facility requirements</strong> and coordinate with internal/external stakeholders.</li><li>Lead <strong>investment valuations</strong> and ensure consistent portfolio reporting standards.</li><li>Manage audit processes, prepare documentation, and provide timely support to auditors.</li><li>Review quarterly financial and capital account statements for accuracy.</li><li>Ensure annual <strong>federal and state tax compliance</strong>, coordinating with external tax preparers to meet deadlines.</li><li>Assist with <strong>regulatory filings</strong> and compliance reporting alongside the Chief Compliance Officer (CCO).</li><li>Lead budgeting, forecasting, and <strong>performance tracking</strong> for fund-level financial metrics.</li><li>Manage books and records for internal entities such as the management company and General Partner.</li><li>Address investor requests during <strong>fundraising</strong> and throughout fund lifecycles.</li><li>Partner on <strong>special projects</strong> alongside leadership, supporting growth and operational efficiencies.</li></ul><p><strong>Why Join Us?</strong></p><ul><li>Collaborate with leadership to <strong>elevate financial strategies</strong> and drive growth at a dynamic investment firm.</li><li>Gain <strong>broad exposure</strong> across finance, operations, compliance, and investor relations in a high-growth, fast-paced environment.</li><li>Contribute to exciting <strong>projects and initiatives</strong>, making a direct impact on the firm’s success.</li><li>Work in a <strong>motivated and innovative team culture</strong> committed to excellence and collaboration.</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2025-11-11T20:34:07Z
Accounting Manager/Supervisor
  • Severna Park, MD
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 80000.00 - 90000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for an Accounting Manager in Anne Arundel County to oversee key financial functions and ensure the accuracy and integrity of accounting records. This role involves managing general ledger activities, preparing financial statements, and conducting detailed analyses to support organizational goals. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in budgeting, reconciliation, and reporting, along with strong proficiency in accounting systems.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage general ledger activities for multiple funds, ensuring accurate and detailed account analysis.</p><p>• Coordinate month-end and year-end close processes, including preparation of supporting schedules and departmental reviews.</p><p>• Prepare financial statements and supporting schedules for annual audits, answering inquiries from auditors.</p><p>• Develop and monitor the annual budget by collaborating with department heads, analyzing financial data, and preparing projections.</p><p>• Implement and maintain point-of-sale systems, troubleshoot technical issues, and support inventory management for retail and dining operations.</p><p>• Reconcile monthly data for student and employee prepayments, retail and dining sales, and general ledger accounts.</p><p>• Track and allocate equipment leases and maintenance contracts, ensuring accurate records.</p><p>• Manage fixed asset schedules, including acquisition and disposal tracking, depreciation recording, and data maintenance.</p><p>• Prepare and file required reports and registrations, ensuring compliance with deadlines and regulations.</p><p>• Conduct financial analysis for special events and programs, compiling detailed reports and statements.</p>
  • 2025-11-06T18:04:23Z
Accounting Clerk
  • Baltimore, MD
  • onsite
  • Contract / Temporary to Hire
  • 19.79 - 25.00 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Accounting Clerk for a contract-to-hire role based in Baltimore, Maryland. In this position, you will play a crucial part in verifying the accuracy of records, supporting seamless collaboration between departments, and maintaining well-documented financial and inventory information. This opportunity is a great fit for individuals who thrive in fast-paced settings and have a strong commitment to precise recordkeeping.</p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Review documents and invoices to verify accuracy and completeness.</li><li>Maintain comprehensive and organized activity logs, including reconciliation reports and supporting documentation.</li><li>Collaborate with various departments to troubleshoot issues and ensure efficient delivery processes.</li><li>Prepare and submit periodic summary reports covering delivery activities, reconciliations, and any challenges encountered.</li><li>Support additional duties as needed to help achieve departmental objectives.</li></ul><p>If you are motivated by accuracy and process improvement, we encourage you to apply.</p>
  • 2025-12-02T13:58:55Z
Accounting Manager
  • Catharpin, VA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 100000.00 - 130000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for a skilled Accounting Manager to oversee financial operations and reporting within our organization. This role is crucial in managing budgets, monitoring project costs, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in financial analysis, team collaboration, and process improvement to support our ongoing growth and success.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Develop and manage annual budgets, forecasts, and financial plans to align with organizational goals.</p><p>• Monitor and analyze project costs to ensure alignment with budgetary expectations.</p><p>• Prepare and review monthly financial reports, including profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and cash flow analyses.</p><p>• Collaborate with operational teams and stakeholders to assess financial performance and recommend corrective measures.</p><p>• Utilize financial software and tools to enhance reporting accuracy and efficiency.</p><p>• Implement advanced financial technologies to improve management processes and reporting capabilities.</p><p>• Ensure strict adherence to financial regulations and standards applicable to the organization.</p><p>• Oversee accounts payable and receivable activities, particularly related to construction projects.</p><p>• Conduct payroll reviews and provide support for labor billing rates associated with project staffing.</p><p>• Coordinate with external auditors and clients to facilitate project audits and financial evaluations.</p>
  • 2025-11-18T21:44:03Z
Sr. Accountant
  • Dulles, VA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 90000.00 - 100000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Are you a driven, organized, detail-oriented Senior Accountant with sharp analysis skills? If that sounds like you, then we should talk. My client is looking for a Senior Accountant who will play a key role in ensuring the smooth running of their finances. Reporting directly to the Senior Controller, this position will not only have significant exposure to the EVP of Finance and the Chief Financial & Administrative Officer but will also have the opportunity to drive positive results across the team. The Senior Accountant will be on site for the first 90 days and then transition to 4 days in-office and 1 day work from home. If you are a highly motivated and driven individual looking to work in a complex structure that rewards high performers, please apply.</p><p>Major Responsibilities:</p><p>General Ledger:</p><ul><li>Assist in the month-end closing process, reconcile assigned accounts, and prepare and post general journal entries.</li></ul><p>Financial Reporting & Analysis:</p><ul><li>Assist in preparing monthly financial statements, revenue, and expense analysis, and year-end audit.</li><li>Perform financial analysis and assist with the annual budget.</li></ul><p>General Department Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Prepare schedules, research issues, and work collaboratively with staff accountants, accounts payable personnel, controllers, and accounting systems staff.</li><li>Undertake special projects and show the ability and initiative to be a team player.</li><li>Occasionally assist in training new employees.</li></ul><p>Please apply directly to this job post for consideration. If you have additional questions, please contact Lee Chernett, VP at Robert Half Finance & Accounting, via LinkedIn or by calling 571.297.9074</p>
  • 2025-12-02T15:27:20Z
Accounting Clerk
  • Baltimore, MD
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 18.49 - 20.00 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounting Clerk to join our team in Baltimore, Maryland. This long-term contract position offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to payment processing and customer service operations. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational skills, the ability to manage financial transactions, and a commitment to ensuring accuracy in all tasks.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process incoming payments by mail, ensuring all amounts match and are accurately recorded.</p><p>• Calculate penalty and interest charges using established rate charts.</p><p>• Operate office equipment such as copiers, calculators, and fax machines to support daily operations.</p><p>• Collect payments, generate receipts, and ensure proper documentation is attached to relevant files.</p><p>• Upload electronic transaction records to the designated digital filing system and maintain organized physical paperwork.</p><p>• Reconcile daily cash and check receipts, ensuring totals align with system records.</p><p>• Update spreadsheets.</p>
  • 2025-12-08T20:48:50Z
Sr. Accountant
  • Bethesda, MD
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 75000.00 - 100000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p><strong>Senior Project Accountant Opportunity</strong></p><p><strong>Company Overview</strong> Join an established leader that has been transforming infrastructure and communities across the DMV for decades. This organization’s body of work covers a wide range of commercial construction, including laboratory spaces, apartment buildings, schools, hotels, logistics hubs, manufacturing sites, local government buildings, and office renovations. Their culture focuses on building relationships, professional growth, and sustainable progress—viewing each project as a chance to cultivate trust and create long-term impact.</p><p><strong>Role Introduction</strong> We are seeking a Senior Project Accountant to support various project teams and accounting leadership, driving financial integrity and compliance over numerous concurrent construction initiatives. This position interacts with diverse internal and external stakeholders and is best suited to individuals who excel in a collaborative, communicative environment.</p><p><strong>Primary Duties</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee the complete billing cycle while maintaining compliance, utilizing accounting platforms.</li><li>Assemble and audit documentation for project owner invoicing, upholding detail accuracy.</li><li>Carefully monitor and address risk factors, ensuring ongoing adherence to insurance requirements specific to defaults.</li><li>Assist project leadership with detailed tracking of expenditures and development of budget reporting tools for current jobs.</li><li>Validate certified payroll submissions to confirm conformance with relevant regulations and standards.</li><li>Prepare and distill financial project data, generating actionable reports for team use in the field.</li><li>Employ a variety of software applications to efficiently complete daily assignments.</li><li>Carry out other duties or engage in special projects in line with business needs.</li></ul>
  • 2025-11-13T21:38:39Z
Staff Accountant
  • Reston, VA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 70000.00 - 85000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Are you an accounting professional with a keen eye for detail? Do you take pride in managing accounts, reconciling figures, and ensuring everything adds up perfectly? If you have a minimum of 3 years of experience and expertise in accounts receivable, deferred revenue, and account reconciliations, we have an opportunity for you! As a Staff Accountant you will report to the Accounting Manager with about 50% of your time spent on the full cycle of accounts receivables and the other 50% on revenue, account reconciliation's, fixed assets, other ad hoc responsibilities and special projects aimed at enhancing the efficiencies, policies, procedures and systems within the accounting department. This is an in-office position with an organization that is growing through acquisitions and offers professional growth, competitive salary, bonus potential, and a full suite of benefits (medical, dental, vision, 401K with 4% match, 3 weeks of vacation and more) as well as excellent work life balance. Salary is based on education, skills, proficiencies, experience, and credentials.</p><p>Essential Responsibilities:</p><p>Accounts Receivable Management:</p><ul><li>Execute comprehensive end-to-end accounts receivable functions.</li><li>Respond confidently and effectively to both internal and external billing inquiries.</li></ul><p>Revenue Recognition and Deferred Revenue:</p><ul><li>Collaborate fruitfully with the finance team to uphold ASC 606-compliant revenue recognition processes.</li></ul><p>Month-End Journal Entries and Accruals:</p><ul><li>Prepare month-end journal entries.</li><li>Ensure compliance with internal policies and GAAP standards.</li></ul><p>Fixed Asset Management:</p><ul><li>Maintain Fixed Asset and Construction in Progress (CIP) schedules.</li></ul><p>General Ledger Reconciliation:</p><ul><li>Perform reconciliations for key accounts.</li></ul><p>Financial Reporting:</p><ul><li>Contribute to ad-hoc reporting and support data requests for audits.</li></ul><p>Additional Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Participate in process enhancement initiatives.</li></ul><p>Please apply directly to this position for consideration. If you have additional questions, in addition to your application, contact Lee Chernett, VP at Robert Half Finance & Accounting, via LinkedIn or by calling 571.297.9074.</p>
  • 2025-12-02T15:33:56Z
Property Accountant
  • Vienna, VA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 65000.00 - 90000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Are you an accounting professional with at least 2 years of <strong>property accounting</strong> experience, a keen eye for detail, and a passion for supporting teams in dynamic environments? We’re looking for a talented and dedicated <strong>Property Accountant</strong> to play a vital role in maintaining financial accuracy, ensuring tax compliance, and supporting ongoing financial operations across our diverse portfolio of residential properties. In this role, you’ll be a key contributor to the financial health of the organization, working closely with property managers, the accounting team, and leadership. If you’re skilled in GAAP principles, process improvement, and enjoy collaborative environments, this position offers a fantastic opportunity to grow your career in property accounting. My client is a family-owned business with an existing portfolio of residential and commercial properties as well as several in development. This is a great opportunity to join a smaller organization where most employees have been for 10+ years and have opportunities to get involved in and learn multiple areas of accounting. This is an on-site position with core hours being 9-5.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare and/or review <strong>bank reconciliations</strong>, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.</li><li>Generate <strong>monthly GAAP financial statement packages</strong> for managed property portfolios.</li><li>Prepare <strong>account reconciliation schedules</strong> and supporting documentation, including roll-forwards and detailed analysis of balance sheet accounts (A/R, prepaids, fixed assets, accrued liabilities, etc.).</li><li>Complete <strong>month-end GL property close</strong> by collaborating with A/P and A/R teams to ensure income and expenses are properly classified.</li><li>Manage <strong>quarter-end accruals</strong> and GL reconciliations for assigned property portfolios.</li><li>Collaborate with property managers to support <strong>budgeting, planning/forecasting</strong>, and variance analysis throughout the year.</li><li>Assist in the year-end GL close and work with external partners to complete annual financial audits and tax return preparation.</li><li>Coordinate the preparation of year-end workpapers and assist outside accountants with audit filings.</li><li>Partner with the Controller to ensure compliance with HUD, investor, and federal/state regulations, including tax filings.</li><li>Develop a deep understanding of all accounting processes for managed properties and lead efforts for continuous process improvements.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p>
  • 2025-12-02T15:38:35Z
Staff Accountant
  • Alexandria, VA
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 30.00 - 33.00 USD / Hourly
  • <p><strong>Position Overview:</strong></p><p><strong>We are seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant for a three-month contract position based in Alexandria, VA. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience within financial services, banking, or credit unions. You will perform core accounting functions, ensure regulatory compliance, and support the maintenance of accurate financial records during this critical project period.</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare and analyze journal entries, account reconciliations, and balance sheet accounts in accordance with industry best practices.</li><li>Assist with monthly closing activities, including financial statement preparation and reporting.</li><li>Manage accounts payable/receivable, cash postings, and bank reconciliations.</li><li>Support audit processes by gathering documentation and addressing auditor inquiries specific to financial services procedures.</li><li>Review daily transactions for completeness, accuracy, and adherence to regulatory and internal control requirements.</li><li>Collaborate across departments to monitor cash flow and prepare variance analyses.</li><li>Document and implement process improvements to streamline efficiency and accuracy.</li><li>Stay informed on compliance standards relevant to financial services institutions.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Why Join Us?</strong></p><p>Finance and accounting professionals like staff accountants are among the most sought-after roles in the industry, with numerous opportunities for professional development and growth. This contract opportunity allows you to leverage your expertise, gain experience in a dynamic environment, and make an immediate impact.</p><p><strong>Ready to take on a new challenge in Alexandria, VA? Apply today to join our team for this rewarding three-month engagement!</strong></p>
  • 2025-12-02T21:33:37Z
Senior Accountant
  • Baltimore, MD
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 85000.00 - 100000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Robert Half has partnered with an industry leader to hire a top-notch Senior Accountant to their dynamic team! Might consider hiring a staff accountant as well DOE! Prior experience in public accounting or working for a private-equity firm / PE owned company is a huge plus! This Senior Accountant MUST bring experience with full cycle accounting including complex journal entries, general ledger account reconciliations, preparing audit workpapers, assisting with financial reporting and more! This is highly respected company and offers a ton of opportunity for exposure and career growth in a dynamic environment!</p><p> </p><p>Must be able to work independently with little direction, however, have a team player mentality and pitch in where necessary to help accomplish a common goal! Do you aspire to become an integral part of a reputable company? Apply today for your next job through Robert Half!</p><p> </p><p>As a Senior Accountant, you will prepare financial statements, analyze and reconcile general ledger accounts, analyze cash flows, flux / variance analysis, prepare audit schedules, handle internal control maintenance and more! </p><p> </p><p>A sample of your responsibilities include:</p><p>- Perform monthly accounting close procedures and deliverables such as journal entries, reconciliations, reports in compliance with GAAP</p><p>- Present Balance Sheet account reconciliations</p><p>- Allocate and prepare monthly P& L reports and balance sheet flux analysis for management</p><p>- Contribute to coordinating quarterly reviews and testing with internal and external auditors</p><p>- Analyze financial information and report on financial results (trends, performance metrics, benchmarks)</p><p>- Manage Ad-hoc projects as necessary</p><p>- Apply oneself to various department-wide initiatives</p><p> </p><p>Apply immediately to be considered as this opportunity will not last long! Please send your resume to Tracy Kaszuba on LinkedIn, or to Tracy.Kaszuba at RobertHalf.</p>
  • 2025-11-07T15:53:57Z
Staff Accountant
  • Mclean, VA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • - USD / Yearly
  • <p>There is an opportunity with a terrific company for a full-time Staff Accountant. This position can offer you strong compensation, excellent benefits, and career advancement. Ambitious and detail-oriented candidates will be interested in Robert Half's opportunity to join a thriving, fast-paced company that recognizes talent and effort, as a Staff Accountant. Based in the Mclean, Virginia area, this role is a career-building, multi-faceted opportunity to work for a company that recognizes and rewards hard work. This position is for candidates with the ability to prepare journal entries, monthly and year-end closings, bank reconciliation, fixed asset maintenance, and general ledger reconciliation and be responsible for many aspects of internal reporting during the monthly close. If you're looking for work where you will participate in compliance, interact with our external auditors for quarterly reviews and annual audits, and review schedules reporting processes, this role might be right for you. You will be preferred for this role if you have a complex understanding of Financial Statements, Cash Flow projections, and Budgets.</p><p><br></p><p>Major responsibilities</p><p>- Oversee depreciation, fixed asset ledgers, and reconciliation</p><p>- Regular maintenance and reconciliation of journal entries</p><p>- Assist with the month end, quarter end and year end closing process by preparing monthly financial close workbooks</p><p>- Prepare monthly balance sheet and income statement analyses for management reporting</p><p>- Ad hoc reporting and performing special projects upon request</p><p>- Produce complex journal entries and account reconciliations which include, but are not limited to, cash, prepaid expenses, and payroll</p><p>- Become well-versed in month end balance sheet account reconciliations</p><p>- Conduct month end close and compose journal entries with minimal supervision</p><p>- Maintain, implement, and adhere to internal controls. Also ensure that accounting procedures comply with GAAP</p><p>- Handle intercompany transactions, billings, and reconciliation</p><p>- Organize schedules for monthly payments and capital lease</p><p>- Coordinate and analyze a variety of financial data, then report it in a way that is useful and understandable</p><p>- Partake in various department-wide initiatives</p>
  • 2025-12-02T15:27:20Z
Accountant
  • Rockville, MD
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 25.00 - 30.00 USD / Hourly
  • <p>A local association is seeking a temporary-hire accountant.</p><p><br></p><p>Duties include:</p><ul><li>Banking: Process and deposit incoming checks through the self-service deposit system </li><li>Log payments in the association's AMS (ClearVantage), accounting software (QuickBooks) and other platforms (e.g., OpenWater awards submission system) </li><li>Review and post credit card expenses into QuickBooks d. Payroll:</li><li>Processing payroll in the association's payroll/HR software (ADP) </li><li>Other payroll-related functions as assigned</li><li>Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p><p> </p><p> </p>
  • 2025-11-20T14:39:03Z
Staff Accountant
  • Columbia, MD
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 31.35 - 36.30 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a skilled Staff Accountant to join our team on a long-term contract basis in Columbia, Maryland. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to critical accounting functions and support external audits. If you have a strong background in financial processes and thrive in a collaborative environment, we encourage you to apply.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Handle daily and weekly accounting operations to ensure accurate financial records.<br>• Prepare and post journal entries to maintain the general ledger.<br>• Manage accounts payable processes, including invoice reviews and timely payments.<br>• Collaborate with external auditors, providing necessary documentation and analytical support.<br>• Assist with sample testing and audit preparation to ensure compliance with financial regulations.<br>• Conduct financial analysis to support decision-making and reporting.<br>• Maintain adherence to internal accounting policies and procedures.<br>• Utilize SAP software to streamline accounting tasks and reporting.<br>• Perform reconciliations to verify the accuracy of financial data.<br>• Support additional accounting tasks as needed to meet organizational goals.
  • 2025-11-05T16:04:41Z
Staff Accountant
  • Linthicum, MD
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 65000.00 - 75000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>EXCELLENT OPPORTUNITY FOR A STAFF ACCOUNTANT TO JOIN A WELL-RESPECTED AND TENURED EMPLOYER WITH FANTASTIC BENEFITS AND PERKS!! </p><p>EXCELLENT START TO YOUR CAREER WHERE YOU CAN LEARN AND GROW!! </p><p><br></p><p>Robert Half has partnered with a long-time client in the BWI Corridor to hire a Staff Accountant to join their team! Successful candidates will need to be capable of rising to a variety of challenges while juggling multiple components of month-end close. This Staff Accountant's duties will require processing accounts payable, preparing journal entries, assisting with monthly and year-end closings, account reconciliations, and more! In this role, you will perform various internal reporting during the monthly close, participate in compliance and review various assigned schedules. This is a challenging, multi-faceted opportunity to work for a company that recognizes and rewards hard work! Tenured staff, great mentorship, excellent hours, free parking, and fantastic benefits make this all an attractive opportunity to apply for!</p><p> </p><p>How will you make an impact:</p><p>- Produce journal entries under minimal supervision</p><p>- Thorough experience with accounts payable processing and related account reconciliations</p><p>- Support the month end, quarter end and year end closing process by preparing monthly financial close workbooks</p><p>- Assist with the preparation of quarterly and annual audits</p><p>- Take part in various department-wide initiatives</p><p>- Ad hoc reporting and performing special projects upon request</p><p> </p><p>Apply immediately to Tracy Kaszuba on LinkedIn, or to Tracy.Kaszuba at RobertHalf.</p>
  • 2025-11-12T17:59:08Z
Staff Accountant
  • Herndon, VA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 65000.00 - 75000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Robert Half is currently working with a thriving services firm on their search for a Staff Accountant with strong Excel skills. The Staff Accountant will play a key role in maintaining the general ledger, assisting with the month-end close process, preparing internal/external financial reporting, posting journal entries, supporting revenue recognition processes, preparing supporting schedules for internal management reporting and external audits, ensuring compliance with industry specific taxes and applicable fees, and assisting with accounts payable and receivable functions. The ideal candidate for this role should have great problem-solving skills, excellent time management and strong budgeting/forecasting abilities that will ensure revenue generation.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare and review corporate tax returns to ensure accuracy and compliance with regulations.</p><p>• Manage sales tax filings and ensure timely submissions.</p><p>• Record and reconcile journal entries to maintain accurate financial records.</p><p>• Maintain and update the general ledger, guaranteeing precise documentation of all transactions.</p><p>• Assist in preparing financial reports and statements for internal and external use.</p><p>• Collaborate with team members to identify and resolve discrepancies in financial data.</p><p>• Support audits by gathering and organizing relevant financial documentation.</p><p>• Monitor changes in tax laws and implement necessary adjustments in processes.</p><p>• Provide insights and recommendations to improve accounting procedures and efficiency.</p>
  • 2025-12-02T15:38:35Z
Entry Level Accountant
  • Reston, VA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 65000.00 - 72000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Are you a recent accounting graduate ready to launch your career in a dynamic and supportive environment? My client is seeking an <strong>Entry-Level Cash Accountant</strong> to join their team at their Reston, VA HQ. n this critical role, you’ll gain hands-on experience in maintaining accurate financial records, reconciling accounts, and supporting business operations—all while contributing to the financial success of our organization. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a strong understanding of accounting principles and a desire to grow their expertise. If you have excellent attention to detail, a firm grasp of how balance sheet accounts impact financials, and proficiency in journal entries and reconciliations, I encourage you to apply. My client has an excellent culture, strong history of developing talent and promoting from within for those looking for a long-term career with a single organization as well as providing terrific work life balance and an above average total compensation package. This is an on-stie position in Reston.</p><p><strong>What You’ll Do:</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare and post <strong>daily journal entries</strong> to ensure accurate recording of cash activity.</li><li>Reconcile <strong>positive pay information</strong> between bank records and company systems.</li><li>Process and reconcile <strong>cash receipts</strong>, ensuring timely and accurate reporting.</li><li>Maintain and oversee the organization’s <strong>check stock</strong>.</li><li>Handle the <strong>escheatment</strong> of uncashed checks in compliance with applicable regulations.</li><li>Assist with <strong>monthly accounting close procedures</strong>, ensuring financial records are accurate and complete.</li><li>Respond to inquiries from <strong>Treasury</strong> and collaborate with other business areas to address financial questions.</li><li>Contribute to other tasks and projects as needed.</li></ul><p><strong>Why You Should Apply:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Start Your Career:</strong> This is an excellent opportunity to gain real-world experience in accounting and work closely with a talented team committed to your growth and success with an organization that you can be with long-term.</li><li><strong>Build Your Skills:</strong> You’ll strengthen your knowledge of core accounting processes while tackling financial challenges and learning on the job.</li><li><strong>Be an Integral Part of the Team:</strong> While working onsite in <strong>Reston, VA</strong>, you’ll contribute daily to a collaborative and motivating work environment where accuracy and teamwork are celebrate</li></ul>
  • 2025-11-17T21:13:49Z
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