<p>Our client is a rapidly growing, well capitalized world leader in their sector, is recruiting for their new Senior Accountant. This visible and challenging position will provide hands on financial reporting, technical accounting and audit support as the company moves forward with cutting edge new energy projects. This role will clearly allow you to add your signature on the organization as the company’s reach expands. This position reports to a talented Controller who is known to be a strong mentor. Core responsibilities for this Senior Accountant will include: </p><p> </p><p>• Prepare financial statements that adhere to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).</p><p>• Oversee financial activities including general ledger maintenance, cost accounting, budgeting, and financial analysis.</p><p>• Manage the monthly accounting close process and prepare detailed fund partnership reports.</p><p>• Collaborate across teams such as Finance, Asset Management and Legal to ensure accurate reporting and compliance.</p><p>• Conduct reconciliations and maintain proper documentation within financial accounting systems.</p><p>• Support external audit processes by providing necessary documentation and responding to inquiries.</p><p>• Apply knowledge of GAAP accounting topics, including fixed assets, leases, asset retirement obligations, taxes, and debt.</p><p>• Recommend and implement improvements to systems, policies, and procedures for enhanced accuracy and efficiency.</p><p>• Support the exciting new systems implementation that is in process.</p><p><br></p><p>Your base pay will depend on your skills, experience, certifications and other business needs. The client offers strong overall benefits as part of their compensation package including medical 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</p><p>many current openings in the Washington, DC Metro area.</p><p><br></p>
<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>
<p>A well-established family office in the Greater Baltimore area is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented <strong>Assistant Controller</strong> to join its finance team. This role offers a unique opportunity to work in a dynamic, investment-focused environment with exposure to complex partnership structures and private equity investments. The role is targeted up to $125k base + bonus and excellent benefits. <strong>Email Jim Meade at Robert Half right away for consideration and connect with him on LinkedIn.</strong></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Assist in the preparation and review of financial statements and reports for various entities within the family office.</li><li>Manage accounting for complex investment partnerships, including private equity, hedge funds, and other alternative investments.</li><li>Collaborate with external tax advisors and auditors to ensure accurate and timely filings.</li><li>Support the Controller in maintaining internal controls and improving financial processes.</li><li>Participate in budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow analysis.</li><li>Provide ad hoc financial analysis and reporting as needed.</li></ul><p><strong>Why Join Us?</strong></p><ul><li>Work in a collegial, low-turnover environment with long-term stability.</li><li>Gain exposure to sophisticated investment strategies and structures.</li><li>Competitive compensation package with discretionary bonus.</li><li>Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a lean, high-performing team.</li></ul>
<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>
<p>A prestigious family office in the Baltimore area is seeking a <strong>driven, superstar Senior Accountant</strong> to support their multigenerational family and their active investments. If you’re looking for a role where your accounting skills intersect with sophisticated investing — this is a rare opportunity. If you are qualified and interested email your resume to Jim Meade at Robert Half right away!</p><p><strong>Why This Role?</strong></p><ul><li>Exposure to private equity, alternatives, and complex investment structures</li><li>Fast‑paced, high‑expectation environment that rewards excellence</li><li>Small team = huge learning curve + real influence</li></ul><p><strong>What You’ll Do</strong></p><ul><li>Own accounting across multiple entities within the family office</li><li>Prepare financials, capital accounts, and investment reporting</li><li>Support accounting for private equity, alternatives, and other investment vehicles</li><li>Manage month‑end close, journal entries, and reconciliations</li><li>Assist with capital calls, distributions, and cash flow tracking</li><li>Partner with auditors, tax advisors, and investment partners</li><li>Contribute to ad hoc analysis tied to performance and valuation</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p><br></p><p>A large financial service firm in Rockville is looking for a staff accountant for a contract position</p><ul><li>Preparing financial statements</li><li>Maintaining and reconciling accounts</li><li>Preparing and filing tax returns</li><li>Assisting with budgeting and forecasting</li><li>Ensuring all accounting tasks and financial records comply with generally accepted accounting principles (<strong>GAAP</strong>).</li></ul><p> </p><p><br></p>
<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>
<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>
We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager to oversee financial operations and reporting for our organization in Washington, District of Columbia. This role involves leading a team of senior accountants, ensuring precise month-end closings, and maintaining compliance with U.S. financial standards. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical accounting skills and leadership capabilities to support organizational goals.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Supervise and mentor a team of senior accountants, fostering growth and collaboration.<br>• Oversee month-end close processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness in financial reporting.<br>• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable functions to maintain efficient workflows.<br>• Ensure compliance with U.S. financial regulations and organizational policies.<br>• Prepare and analyze financial statements, offering insights to support strategic decision-making.<br>• Utilize accounting software systems, such as BlackLine and Concur, to streamline operations.<br>• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address financial inquiries and challenges.<br>• Monitor and enhance internal controls to safeguard financial integrity.<br>• Coordinate external audits and ensure readiness for regulatory reviews.<br>• Support the implementation and optimization of ERP systems for improved financial management.
We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager to join our team on a contract basis in Washington, District of Columbia. This role involves leading a team of four and managing key financial operations to ensure accuracy and compliance. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical expertise and a collaborative approach to drive success in a dynamic environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead and oversee the daily operations of accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger activities.<br>• Prepare accurate and timely financial statements in compliance with organizational standards.<br>• Manage month-end close processes, ensuring all reconciliations and journal entries are completed.<br>• Implement and maintain audit preparation procedures to ensure compliance and readiness.<br>• Supervise and mentor a team of four, fostering attention to detail in development and performance.<br>• Conduct detailed account reconciliations to validate financial data.<br>• Review and approve journal entries to maintain accurate financial reporting.<br>• Utilize advanced Excel skills to analyze financial data effectively and create comprehensive reports.<br>• Collaborate with stakeholders to identify process improvements and streamline financial workflows.<br>• Ensure compliance with U.S. accounting regulations and standards throughout all operations.
<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>
<p>Our client, a real estate financial services firm is looking for an experienced Controller to oversee and manage the accounting operations of their organization. This role is pivotal in ensuring accurate financial reporting, maintaining compliance with accounting standards, and implementing strong internal controls to safeguard the integrity of financial data. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in financial systems, leadership capabilities, and a proven track record in multi-entity accounting. Please note for the first 4-6 months this will be a HANDS-ON Controller role and then this position will hire a staff accountant. In addition, there will be travel required for the first 8-12 weeks to help integrate a company they bought. The travel will be on the east coast every other week for a week at a time. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Supervise and execute monthly close processes, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and analysis of intercompany transactions.</p><p>• Develop and refine financial systems, policies, and procedures to ensure timely and accurate maintenance of financial records.</p><p>• Prepare and present comprehensive financial reports at both departmental and organizational levels.</p><p>• Manage accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and general ledger operations to maintain accuracy and completeness.</p><p>• Establish and enforce internal controls to mitigate financial risk and ensure compliance with regulations.</p><p>• Coordinate annual insurance renewals and contribute to risk analysis for all entities.</p><p>• Lead relationships with external auditors, tax specialists, and fund administrators, ensuring timely preparation of audit and tax documentation.</p><p>• Provide mentorship and guidance to the accounting team, fostering attention to detail and effective performance management.</p><p>• Collaborate with department leaders to develop annual budgets, forecasts, and cash flow strategies.</p><p>• Analyze budget allocations to identify cost-saving opportunities and optimize resource distribution.</p><p><br></p><p>The ideal candidate for this role will have a BS degree in Accounting or Finance (CPA preferred), 10+ years of full cycle accounting through financial statement preparation and budgeting/forecasting, SAGE INTACCT, experience with integrating companies, US GAAP, preferably coming out of PE or R/E and the ability to communicate well with various different department heads and partners. Comp range for this role is 130-150K + bonus and benefits. This role is 5 days/week in the office in DC until you are up and running (probably 6 months) and then it can be hybrid (3 days in the office and 2 at home). To apply to this Controller role please do so through this posting, reach out to Caren Bromberg Bach on LinkedIn or call Caren Bach at 301.965.9035. </p>
<p>Our client is a complex small business serving an active and discerning clientele. They operate multiple entities, including those in the hospitality sector, and pride themselves on high-touch service and operational excellence. They are seeking a hands-on Controller / CFO to lead our finance function, interact closely with clients and operational teams, and build out the policies and procedures to support continued, sustainable growth.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee all accounting and finance functions across multiple entities, taking a hands-on role in day-to-day operations.</li><li>Develop, implement, and maintain accounting policies, internal controls, and procedures to improve accuracy and efficiency.</li><li>Manage intercompany transactions, reconciliations, and consolidated financial reporting for a complex business structure.</li><li>Partner with leadership to support operational and strategic initiatives, providing timely financial analysis and insights.</li><li>Ensure compliance with all applicable reporting, taxation, and regulatory requirements.</li><li>Build and mentor a small finance team, fostering continuous improvement and service excellence.</li><li>Report financial performance and KPIs to ownership and business stakeholders.</li><li>Serve as a primary point of contact for external accountants, auditors, banks, and other partners.</li><li>Collaborate with client-facing and hospitality teams to ensure a seamless experience for both internal and external constituencies.</li><li>Identify and implement process automation or system upgrades as business needs evolve.</li></ul><p><strong>Why Join Us?</strong></p><ul><li>Make a direct impact on company growth with the authority to shape finance and accounting functions.</li><li>Engage in collaborative, entrepreneurial work with a passionate team.</li><li>High visibility role with exposure to ownership and direct interaction with key clientele.</li><li>Competitive compensation and benefits package.</li></ul><p><br></p>
We are looking for an experienced Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to join our team on a contract basis in Gibson Island, Maryland. This role involves managing financial operations, driving process improvements, and providing leadership during a transitional period for our organization. The ideal candidate will oversee accounting functions across multiple entities and play a critical role in ensuring audit readiness and organizational alignment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee accounting operations for two distinct entities, ensuring seamless financial management and reporting.<br>• Provide leadership and direction to a four-person finance team, including roles such as Assistant Controller and AR/AP Clerks.<br>• Implement and document process improvement initiatives to enhance accounting workflows, policies, and procedures.<br>• Conduct an in-depth analysis of current transaction processes to inform future staffing and operational decisions.<br>• Manage month-end and quarter-end close processes, ensuring accuracy and readiness for scheduled audits.<br>• Familiarize quickly with financial systems such as Northstar, Paycom, and complex banking structures.<br>• Prepare and deliver first-quarter financial statements while maintaining compliance with organizational standards.<br>• Collaborate with leadership to support a stable transition and ensure continuity in financial operations.<br>• Drive intercompany accounting processes to maintain consistency across entities.<br>• Ensure audit readiness by coordinating with external auditors and providing necessary documentation.
