<p>We are seeking a motivated and analytically driven <strong>Policy Analyst</strong> to join a growing public policy team. This role is ideal for professionals with <strong>2–3 years of experience</strong> who are interested in tracking global regulatory and legislative developments and providing strategic policy insights that support business decision-making.</p>
Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis (FP& A) Title: Manager, FP& A Reports To: Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Location: Reston, VA Position Overview My client is midsized government contractor position central to the intelligence community. They are looking for a Manager of Financial Planning & Analysis (FP& A) to play a critical role in building and expanding their FP& A function. Reporting directly to the CFO, this individual will serve as a strategic business partner across the organization, supporting all program finance operations, forecasting, budgeting, long-range planning, and executive decision-making. The proper candidate will possess strong government contracting experience, exceptional financial modeling capabilities, and a continuous improvement mindset. This role requires a proactive individual who consistently identifies opportunities to enhance financial reporting, improve business insights, and drive operational efficiencies. Experience supporting organizations within the Intelligence Community (IC) is highly preferred. Key Responsibilities Partner directly with the CFO to help establish and scale a best-in-class FP& A organization. Lead the annual budgeting process and monthly forecasting cycles across multiple programs and business units. Develop and maintain long-range financial models that support strategic planning, growth initiatives, workforce planning, and contract investments. Provide financial oversight and analytical support for program finance operations, ensuring accurate tracking of contract performance, revenue, profitability, backlog, and funded status. Collaborate closely with Program Managers, Business Development, Accounting, Contracts, Human Resources, and executive leadership to improve financial visibility and drive business performance. Create meaningful financial and operational reporting that enables management to make informed business decisions. Analyze key performance indicators, contract performance, indirect rates, labor utilization, and profitability trends. Support the pricing and financial evaluation of government contract proposals and strategic growth opportunities. Partner with Accounting to improve month-end and year-end reporting processes while ensuring consistency between financial results and FP& A forecasts. Develop executive-level presentations, dashboards, and reporting packages for senior leadership. Continuously evaluate existing reporting processes and take initiative to implement enhancements that improve efficiency, accuracy, and decision-making capabilities. Identify opportunities to automate reporting and leverage business intelligence tools to deliver actionable insights. Support cash flow forecasting and working capital management efforts. Assist leadership with strategic initiatives, business case development, and special projects as needed.
<p>A growing manufacturing company is seeking a hands-on CFO to join its executive leadership team in Hunt Valley, MD. This role is ideal for a dynamic leader who thrives in an entrepreneurial environment and can oversee both strategic finance and day-to-day accounting operations.</p><p><br></p><p>The CFO will lead all financial activities, including accounting, finance, forecasting, job costing, financial reporting, contract compliance, cash management, and banking relationships. This person will partner closely with operations and manufacturing leadership to support business performance, improve processes, and drive sound decision-making. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Lead financial reporting, monthly close, general ledger activity, and account reconciliations.</li><li>Oversee budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, and financial planning.</li><li>Manage inventory, costing, manufacturing variances, and job cost accounting through the ERP system.</li><li>Partner with leadership to provide reporting, analysis, and insights for business decisions.</li><li>Maintain internal controls and support audit, tax, compliance, and banking requirements.</li><li>Oversee contract compliance activities, including government contracting requirements where applicable.</li><li>Support loan negotiations, bank reporting, and special projects.</li><li>Lead and develop the finance and accounting function.</li></ul>
<p><strong>Controller / Accounting Manager</strong></p><p>A small but established manufacturing company is seeking a <strong>Controller / Accounting Manager</strong> to lead its accounting and finance function in a highly visible role reporting directly to ownership. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on accounting leader who wants to take full ownership of the financial function, work closely with operations, and play a key role in supporting the business as it continues to grow. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys being the senior-most finance and accounting professional within a smaller organization. The right candidate will be comfortable overseeing day-to-day accounting, managing financial reporting, supporting operational decision-making, and serving as a trusted advisor to ownership. Manufacturing experience is required, and experience working with inventory, production activity, and raw materials is strongly preferred.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Lead the accounting and finance function as the top accounting professional within the company</li><li>Oversee general ledger activity, account reconciliations, journal entries, month-end close, and preparation of financial statements</li><li>Deliver timely and accurate monthly reporting and financial analysis to ownership</li><li>Partner directly with the owner on business performance, budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning</li><li>Oversee inventory-related accounting and collaborate with internal operational staff to maintain accuracy around materials and production activity</li><li>Monitor manufacturing costs, inventory movements, and related balance sheet and income statement accounts</li><li>Analyze financial and operational results and provide insight into trends, variances, and business performance</li><li>Help establish and improve processes, controls, and reporting within a growing small-company environment</li><li>Coordinate with external partners on tax, audit, banking, and other financial matters as needed</li><li>Serve as a key resource to leadership on both accounting matters and broader business decisions</li></ul><p><strong>Why Apply:</strong></p><ul><li>Opportunity to lead the accounting function and have direct impact on the business</li><li>High-visibility role reporting directly to ownership</li><li>Broad scope across accounting, reporting, operations, and financial oversight</li><li>Ideal for someone who enjoys autonomy, ownership, and working closely with leadership in a small-company setting</li></ul><p>If you’re a manufacturing accounting professional looking for an opportunity to step into a lead role and serve as the top finance and accounting resource for a business, we’d love to hear from you.</p>
<p>A growing <strong>manufacturing company</strong> is seeking an Assistant Controller to support its finance and accounting operations. This role will help lead financial reporting, maintain internal controls, support operational analysis, and partner with leadership to improve business performance.</p><p>This position is well suited for a hands-on accounting professional with strong experience in a <strong>manufacturing environment</strong>. The Assistant Controller will work closely with cross-functional teams, including operations, supply chain, engineering, and site leadership, to support accurate reporting, financial planning, and process improvements.</p><p>Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Support the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements</li><li>Review journal entries, account reconciliations, accruals, and other close activities</li><li>Maintain general ledger accuracy and support compliance with accounting policies and procedures</li><li>Analyze inventory, reserves, and manufacturing-related variances</li><li>Partner with operational leaders to monitor performance and explain financial results</li><li>Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and annual planning activities</li><li>Prepare management reports and variance analysis</li><li>Help strengthen internal controls and identify process improvement opportunities</li><li>Support external audits, tax-related activities, and other compliance requirements</li><li>Lead and mentor accounting staff as needed</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>My client is a midsized commercial/residential construction firm looking to replace their Controller. This position will function as the head of the accounting department and will manage 3 entry level staff. The role will require the candidate have previous experience in construction and/or project accounting. This role is critical to ensuring accurate financial reporting, maintaining strong internal controls, supporting operational decision-making, and driving financial accountability across the organization. </p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities - Financial Reporting & Accounting Operations </p><p>Oversee the preparation and review of accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements. </p><p>Manage all accounting functions, including General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and month-end/year-end close processes. </p><p>Ensure compliance with GAAP and all applicable regulatory and reporting requirements.</p><p>Develop, implement, and maintain strong accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls. </p><p>Construction Accounting & Project Financial Management Lead all construction-related accounting activities, including job costing, Work-in-Progress (WIP) reporting, contract accounting, and project profitability analysis. Monitor project costs, budgets, and financial performance to identify trends, risks, and opportunities. </p><p>Partner closely with Project Managers to review financial results, analyze variances, and proactively address potential cost overruns. </p><p>Ensure compliance with construction industry financial requirements, tax regulations, and reporting obligations. </p><p>Budgeting, Forecasting & Cash Management Direct the annual budgeting and forecasting processes. </p><p>Prepare detailed financial analyses and management reports to support strategic business decisions. </p><p>Manage and forecast company cash flow, banking relationships, and credit facilities. </p><p>Provide financial guidance and recommendations to Executive Leadership. </p><p><br></p><p>Leadership & Team Development </p><p>Supervise, mentor, and develop the accounting team, including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and General Ledger staff. </p><p>Promote a culture of accountability, collaboration, continuous improvement, and detail-oriented development. </p><p>Establish performance expectations and ensure the accounting department operates efficiently and effectively. </p><p><br></p><p>Audit & Compliance </p><p>Lead internal and external audit activities and ensure timely resolution of audit findings. </p><p>Maintain compliance with SWaM, FAR, DFARS, and other applicable contractual and regulatory requirements. </p><p>Coordinate with outside auditors, tax advisors, and other detail-oriented service providers.</p>
<p>A growing healthcare organization is looking for a <strong>Controller </strong>to lead and build its accounting and finance function in-house. This is a highly visible opportunity for a hands-on finance leader who is excited by the chance to create structure, implement best practices, and build scalable accounting processes from the ground up. The organization is at an inflection point and is seeking a strategic yet roll-up-your-sleeves professional who can oversee day-to-day accounting operations while partnering closely with executive leadership. The ideal candidate will bring strong experience, deep technical accounting knowledge, and a passion for process improvement, reporting, and automation. This role offers the chance to join the executive team, make a lasting impact, and grow both the department and your own leadership scope over time.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Lead all accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and month-end close</li><li>Prepare and deliver accurate monthly financial statements by profit center</li><li>Oversee financial reporting, account reconciliations, and maintenance of accounting records</li><li>Perform financial analysis to support strategic planning and operational decision-making</li><li>Develop, improve, and maintain Excel-based financial models, dashboards, and reporting tools</li><li>Identify inefficiencies and implement automation, workflow improvements, and stronger internal processes</li><li>Establish accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls to support a growing organization</li><li>Manage the budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis process</li><li>Ensure compliance with GAAP and support overall financial integrity and accuracy</li><li>Serve as a key business partner to executive leadership, providing actionable financial insights and recommendations</li><li>Help build and scale the internal finance and accounting function as the organization continues to grow</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Why This Opportunity:</strong></p><ul><li>Rare chance to build an accounting and finance function internally from the ground up</li><li>High-impact role with direct exposure to and collaboration with the executive team</li><li>Opportunity to design processes, policies, and procedures and truly make the role your own</li><li>Strong potential for career growth as the company continues to expand</li><li>Meaningful opportunity to help shape the financial infrastructure of a growing healthcare organization</li></ul><p>If you are a Controller who enjoys building, improving, and leading in a dynamic environment, this could be an outstanding next step. Apply immediately to Tracy Kaszuba on LinkedIn or to tracy.kaszuba at roberthalf.</p>
<p>Our client, a very well capitalized, private equity backed company that is in high acquisition mode with a number of current nationwide targets, is recruiting for a new 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 newly created Senior Accountant position will report to a tenured Senior Manager and support the corporate team with the close for multiple entities and related financial reporting. You will support their ongoing and active acquisition integrations. Duties for this exciting Senior Accountant position will include the following:</p><p><br></p><ul><li>Act as a key contributor to the month end and year end accounting close as well as three statement financial reporting for multiple acquired entities acting as their “Controller”</li><li>Review and prepare journal entries including monthly accruals, adjusting entries and complex entries to support complex transactions. </li><li>Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations for accounts assigned and related account schedules </li><li>Act as a key liaison to the outside accounting firm regarding the external audit process and provide supporting schedules and requested information to support the year end external audit and quarterly reviews </li><li>Review and develop key accounting processes as continued analysis of internal controls with recommendations to strengthen them </li><li>As a part of a team, project manage upcoming system implementations and related technology projects </li><li>Effectively coordinate between operations teams and the corporate accounting team to maintain information flow and hit reporting deadlines</li><li>Perform ad hoc projects for senior management as assigned.</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><br></p><p> Our client offers medical benefits as part of their overall compensation package in addition to <strong>other robust benefits including strong bonus potential </strong></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><strong>Senior Accountant – Hybrid (Baltimore)</strong></p><p>A well-established and growing <strong>manufacturing organization</strong> in the greater Baltimore area is seeking a <strong>Senior Accountant</strong> to join its corporate accounting team. This is a high-impact role offering strong visibility, exposure to leadership, and the opportunity to contribute to process improvements and systems enhancements.</p><p><strong>Position Overview</strong></p><p>The Senior Accountant will support core general accounting functions while helping strengthen internal controls and improve financial processes. This individual will work cross-functionally and play a key role in ensuring accurate reporting and supporting business decision-making.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Manage month-end close activities, including journal entries, reconciliations, and financial statement review</li><li>Maintain and analyze general ledger accounts, including fixed assets, cash, prepaids, and accruals</li><li>Perform account analysis and ensure proper expense recognition</li><li>Support internal controls and audit processes, including documentation and testing</li><li>Assist with tax-related reporting and compliance requirements</li><li>Partner with cross-functional teams to support financial operations</li><li>Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and accuracy</li><li>Ensure compliance with GAAP and internal accounting policies</li><li>Contribute to special projects and system enhancements</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Why This Opportunity</strong></p><ul><li>Stable and growing manufacturing company with a strong market presence</li><li>High-visibility role with exposure to leadership</li><li>Opportunity to contribute to process and systems improvements</li><li>Collaborative, team-oriented environment</li><li>Hybrid work flexibility</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>The Accounts Payable Specialist will manage the full-cycle accounts payable process, maintain vendor relationships, and ensure compliance with company policies and accounting procedures. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational skills, experience in a manufacturing setting, and the ability to prioritize multiple deadlines.</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Process high-volume vendor invoices accurately and efficiently.</li><li>Perform three-way matching of purchase orders, receiving documents, and invoices.</li><li>Review invoices for proper approvals, coding, and compliance with company policies.</li><li>Prepare and process weekly check runs, ACH payments, and wire transfers.</li><li>Reconcile vendor statements and resolve invoice discrepancies in a timely manner.</li><li>Maintain accurate vendor records, including W-9s and payment information.</li><li>Respond to vendor inquiries and build positive supplier relationships.</li><li>Assist with month-end close activities, including AP accruals and account reconciliations.</li><li>Monitor aging reports and ensure timely payment of obligations.</li><li>Support year-end audit requests and provide documentation as needed.</li><li>Collaborate with purchasing, receiving, and operations teams to resolve invoice and payment issues.</li><li>Ensure compliance with internal controls, accounting standards, and company procedures.</li></ul><p><br></p>
We are looking for a detail-oriented Cost Accountant to support financial planning and operational performance in Chestertown, Maryland. This role will focus on analyzing manufacturing and inventory costs, delivering accurate reporting, and providing insights that help leadership improve profitability. The ideal candidate brings strong experience in standard costing, financial analysis, and cross-functional collaboration within a manufacturing environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Examine cost structures across materials, labor, and overhead to uncover opportunities for improved efficiency and reduced spend.<br>• Track production results against established standards, investigate variances, and communicate findings with practical recommendations.<br>• Partner with operations, procurement, and other business teams to support budgeting, forecasting, and cost planning activities.<br>• Prepare recurring cost accounting reports and management summaries that clearly reflect financial performance and key trends.<br>• Maintain oversight of inventory costing, including valuation reviews and reconciliation of inventory-related balances.<br>• Support decision-making by assessing how cost fluctuations influence margins, pricing, and overall business results.<br>• Strengthen cost accounting processes by identifying workflow improvements that increase accuracy, consistency, and timeliness.<br>• Ensure financial practices align with applicable accounting requirements and provide support during internal and external audit reviews.<br>• Contribute to the financial evaluation of new products or services by developing cost estimates and related analysis.
We are looking for a detail-oriented Sr. Accountant to join our team. This role is ideal for an accounting specialist who enjoys managing complex ledger activity, supporting a timely close process, and strengthening financial accuracy across the organization. The position also offers the opportunity to contribute to acquisition-related accounting work and help improve processes within a collaborative, growth-focused environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage designated balance sheet and income statement accounts, including more technical areas such as debt activity, fixed assets, intercompany transactions, rent, and lease accounting, while maintaining accurate entries and organized support schedules.<br>• Contribute to the monthly close by preparing journal entries, completing reconciliations, recording accruals, and investigating fluctuations to ensure reliable financial results.<br>• Assist with acquisition integration activities by reviewing acquired opening balances, validating trial balance data, supporting purchase accounting adjustments, and reconciling amounts to transaction documents.<br>• Create and refine accounting procedures, close workflows, and documentation practices that improve consistency, scalability, and efficiency across the finance function.<br>• Prepare recurring internal financial reporting materials and management summaries, and support external reporting needs such as lender-related compliance submissions.<br>• Partner on internal control efforts by identifying areas of risk and helping strengthen accounting procedures and related documentation.<br>• Perform targeted financial analysis, research accounting guidance for non-routine matters, and contribute to special projects as business needs arise.<br>• Support productivity improvements by identifying opportunities to use automation, AI, and other tools to streamline accounting processes.