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10 results for Staff Accountant General Accounting in Washington, DC

Staff Accountant We are offering a contract to hire employment opportunity for a Staff Accountant in Columbia, Maryland. The role involves daily and weekly accounts payable processing, bank reconciliations, and maintaining all AP records in line with policies and procedures. Additionally, the successful candidate will provide support for internal and external annual audits, assist with data for annual budget preparation, and work on projects as assigned by the Finance Manager.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br><br>• Process daily and weekly accounts payable efficiently<br>• Attend to the department's daily needs for immediate assistance<br>• Prepare bi-weekly client deposits and daily deposits in QuickBooks<br>• Assist in monthly accounts receivable processing<br>• Prepare monthly bank reconciliations and customer invoices<br>• Provide support for monthly G/L reconciliations<br>• Be responsible for monthly online credit card processing, including verifying expense receipts<br>• Research internal and external accounting inquiries<br>• Process yearly 1099 documents<br>• Perform quarterly inventory count on company’s gift cards<br>• Maintain all AP Records following the Document Retention Policy & Procedures<br>• Provide support for internal and external annual audit, prepare reports and assemble documents<br>• Assist with providing data for annual budget preparation<br>• Work with the Finance Manager on projects and other duties as assigned. Staff Accountant <p>We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented individual to join our team in the capacity of a Staff Accountant in Baltimore, Maryland. The Staff Accountant will be responsible for creating templates for the billing team, analyzing financial data, and asking pertinent questions when necessary. This role is an integral part of our team, contributing to the smooth and effective functioning of our financial operations.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Create and maintain templates to be used by the billing team</p><p>• Analyze financial data and provide accurate information</p><p>• Ask insightful questions to resolve any variances or discrepancies </p><p>• Utilize Microsoft Excel alongside other internal systems to fulfill job duties</p><p>• Contribute to the overall functioning of the financial team by performing other related duties as required.</p> Staff Accountant <p>We are looking for a meticulous Staff Accountant to join our team in the non-profit industry, located in Baltimore, Maryland. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing reconciliations and ensuring bank statements are reconciled. This role offers a contract to hire employment opportunity. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Conducting regular bank reconciliations and maintaining accurate records.</p><p>• Managing grant revenue and invoicing funders as required.</p><p>• Handling accounts receivable and ensuring timely collection.</p><p>• Utilizing QuickBooks Online for various accounting tasks.</p><p>• Preparing and maintaining financial statements using Microsoft Excel.</p><p>• Leveraging SAP for various accounting and financial operations.</p><p>• Reconciling bank statements to ensure accurate financial reporting.</p><p>• Administering foundation grants and managing related financial activities.</p> Staff Accountant <p>A client Robert Half has partnered with is looking for a talented Payroll Accountant to manage the production of accurate and timely payroll for employees, communicate effectively, and deliver strong internal customer service while working in a deadline-driven environment. This full-time employment opportunity is based in the Silver Spring, Maryland area. </p><p>Apply today and learn more about this exciting role. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities: </p><ul><li>The Payroll Accountant is tasked with processing and managing the entire payroll cycle, which involves calculating wages, overtime, and deductions accurately</li><li>Generating regular payroll reports for management, finance, and other departments. </li><li>Providing insights through financial analysis related to payroll expenses. </li><li>Identifying opportunities for process improvement and efficiency in payroll operations.</li><li>Implementing best practices to streamline processes and reduce errors. </li><li>Overall, a Payroll Accountant plays a crucial role in ensuring that employees are accurately and timely compensated while maintaining compliance with relevant regulations and contributing to the overall financial health of the organization.</li></ul> Senior Accountant <p>HYBRID WORK OPPORTUNITY !!  </p><p> </p><p>Robert Half has partnered with a Real Estate client in the area that is looking to hire a Senior Accountant to add to their growing team! A successful candidate will have prior experience with Property Accounting / Portfolio Accounting, or experience with multi-entity financial reporting. If you are looking for a role working with an established team that promotes teamwork with the built in opportunity for growth, this is it!! Our client offers a fantastic senior leadership and management team that you'll partner with on a daily basis to manage financial transactions for your assets, to then produce accurate financial reporting to help drive business results.</p><p> </p><p>As a Senior Accountant, you will be responsible for the day to day accounting and monthly close of an assigned portfolio of properties, partnering with operations to effectively drive and report results. If you want to be part of our exciting growth and make an impact, APPLY NOW!!</p><p> </p><p>A sample of your responsibilities will include:</p><p>- Prepare and analyze monthly financial statements for your assigned portfolio</p><p>- Collaborate with property managers on budget planning and monitoring performance</p><p>- Maintain accounting ledgers, reconciling accounts and resolving discrepancies</p><p>- Calculate, reconcile and allocate CAM charges</p><p>- Monitor lease agreements and adjust for any changes</p><p>- Distinguish and evolve process improvements to streamline reporting and improve team efficiency</p><p>- Assist with rolling out software upgrades / improvements</p><p>- Communicate regularly with stakeholders on accounting matters and address any concerns</p><p> </p><p>Our client offers a hybrid work environment, a fantastic location, a collaborative culture, and more!! </p><p>Please apply immediately if interested and send your resume to Tracy Kaszuba on LinkedIn, or to Tracy.Kaszuba at RobertHalf.</p> Tax Staff - Corporate <p>Title: Tax Accountant</p><p>Industry: Healthcare</p><p>Up to $85k</p><p>Hybrid schedule: 1-2 days/week in office</p><p><br></p><p>For more information on this and other permanent accounting and finance opportunities, please contact Brian LeBright at Robert Half on 443-870-4710 or on LinkedIn.</p><p><br></p><p>We are offering an exciting opportunity for a highly organized and detail-oriented Tax Accountant - Corporate based in Linthicum Heights, MD. This role entails ensuring compliance with tax laws and regulations while also managing regulatory reporting requirements. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in analyzing financial data, preparing various state and local tax returns for multiple locations, liaising directly with tax advisors, and advising on tax planning strategies to optimize the organization's financial position. Someone with a background in small business tax, multi-location and multi-state work may be a great fit. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare and file accurate and timely tax returns - state and local.</p><p>• Work with external tax advisors on federal tax returns.</p><p>• Track state & local taxes and business licenses across multiple locations to ensure compliance and accurate reporting on the general ledger.</p><p>• Communicate across departments to gather financial data for tax reporting purposes.</p><p>• Strategize on tax planning initiatives to minimize tax liabilities and optimize financial performance.</p><p>• Respond to tax notices and inquiries from tax authorities.</p><p>• Assist in preparing financial statements and disclosures related to taxes.</p><p><br></p> Bookkeeper <p>We are looking for a diligent Bookkeeper to join our team in WASHINGTON, District of Columbia, 20005-2225, United States. This role involves managing all financial transactions, from fixed payments and variable expenses to bank deposits and budgets. You will be part of a dynamic team, working in a fast-paced environment where your skills in Account Reconciliation, Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), Bank Reconciliations, Bookkeeping, Data Entry, Microsoft Excel, Month End Close, Payroll, and QuickBooks will be fully utilized.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Maintain an accurate record of financial transactions</p><p>• Update and maintain the general ledger</p><p>• Reconciliation of entries into the accounting system</p><p>• Recording of debits and credits</p><p>• Maintain the trial balance, by a reconciliation of general ledgers</p><p>• Account reconciliation to assert the accuracy of transactions</p><p>• Use knowledge of local laws to comply with reporting requirements</p><p>• Monitor any variances from the projected budget</p><p>• Manage the invoice process</p><p>• Ensure timely processing of payroll.</p><p><br></p><p>All interested candidates in this Bookkeeper opportunity and other full-time opportunities in Accounting Operations please send your resume to Justin Decker via LinkedIn. </p> Treasury Manager <p>Our client, a very large non-profit in DC is looking for a Treasury Manager to join their growing treasury team. Treasury is responsible for the cash and investment management activities of this entire $2B organization. This includes maintaining sufficient liquidity for operating needs, maximizing earnings on investments within policy guidelines and efficiently processing daily transactions. The Treasury Manager administers payment transactions and collections, bank account organization and services, cash flow monitoring, and electronic banking. Monitors bank performance, services, and fees and makes recommendations for appropriate action as necessary. Collaborates with management to identify opportunities to streamline processes and develops new procedures that support the business unit/department.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities</p><p>• Oversees daily cash management activities including managing the cash position, debt and short-term investments, liquidity forecast, and bank account administration. Reviews, develops, and maintains cash and banking policies.</p><p>• Reviews and evaluates current processes related to cash management and Treasury operations. Develops and implements process improvements using best practices and technical expertise to increase efficiencies and enhance controls.</p><p>• Manages cash operations processes and reviews, authorizes, and releases wire transfer requests via treasury workstation (TWS).</p><p>• Analyzes and interprets short-term liquidity forecast, funding requirements, and investment reports to make recommendations with respect to borrowings or use of excess cash.</p><p>• Manages cash settlements of intercompany balances and provides recommendations for funding intercompany accounts.</p><p>• Manages and reviews reconciliation of account analysis fees.</p><p>• Manages letter of credit and bank guarantee requests, including policy development and oversight, issuance, renewals, and reporting.</p><p>• Supports continuous process improvements to TWS functions and maintains day-to-day cash management banking relationships.</p><p><br></p><p>The ideal candidate for this Treasury Manager role will have 3+ years of experience in either treasury or analysis, BS in Finance (MBA preferred) and a CTP would be wonderful but not required. This person also needs to be able to communicate effectively with everyone in the organization, be a team player as well as have strong Excel skills. To apply to this Treasury Manager role please do so through this posting or reach out to Caren Bromberg Bach on LinkedIn or call Caren Bach at 301.965.9035. </p> Controller We are on the hunt for a meticulous and structured Controller to join our team. Based in Chantilly, Virginia, this role will be pivotal in the financial management of our telecom provider company, overseeing financial projections, accounting services, and strategic planning. This role will also involve managing administrative and financial systems, contributing to financial strategies, and maintaining accounts receivable.<br><br>Responsibilities: <br><br>• Providing financial projections and accounting services while preparing growth plans.<br>• Establishing and executing finance operational strategies by evaluating the organization's revenue and expense trends.<br>• Preparing the annual budget in collaboration with senior management.<br>• Assisting with the production of the annual audit.<br>• Maintaining accounts receivable, processing, and records.<br>• Administering and processing payroll.<br>• Investigating and resolving member and sponsor queries.<br>• Monitoring account details for non-payments, delayed payments, and other irregularities.<br>• Implementing the infrastructure and systems needed to support substantial growth over the next five to 10 years.<br>• Developing financial strategies by forecasting capital, equipment, and staff requirements.<br>• Accomplishing human resource strategies by determining accountabilities and reviewing job contributions. <br><br>To succeed in this role, proficiency in Accounting Software Systems, ADP - Financial Services, DCAA, ERP - Enterprise Resource Planning, ERP Solutions, Accounting Functions, Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), Auditing, Budget Processes, and Deltek is essential. Accounts Receivable Clerk We are offering an opportunity for an Accounts Receivable Clerk to join our team in JESSUP, Maryland. This role will involve managing our accounts receivable process, including processing customer credit applications, maintaining customer credit records, and handling customer inquiries. You will also be responsible for monitoring customer credit accounts and taking appropriate action to collect delinquent payments. <br><br>Responsibilities:<br><br>• Accurately process customer credit applications in a timely manner<br>• Maintain precise customer credit records to ensure all information is up-to-date<br>• Resolve customer credit inquiries promptly and professionally<br>• Monitor customer credit accounts and take necessary action to collect delinquent payments<br>• Assemble invoices and support documents for collection via credit card application<br>• Maintain a database of paid and pending invoices<br>• Research discrepancies in invoices and resolve them efficiently<br>• Contact customers regarding collections and invoice information<br>• Gather and verify invoices for appropriate documentation prior to payment<br>• Perform daily cash management duties, including recording bank deposits, updating and distributing cash receipt logs, and posting cash to the accounts receivable sub-ledger<br>• Monitor and collect accounts receivable by contacting clients via telephone, email, and mail<br>• Prepare analytical and ratio analyses relevant to accounts receivable to provide insight into the progress of collection efforts. <br><br>Note: This role requires proficiency in Accounts Receivable (AR), Collections, Major ERP System, Excel Formulas, and Cash Posting.