Jobs · Accounting · Maryland

Sr. Accountant

Robert Half · Silver Spring, MD · 2 wk ago
On-siteAccountingTemporary

We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to join our team on a contract basis. This role is ideal for a hands-on, detail-oriented accountant who can manage core accounting operations, maintain accurate financial records, and support a timely month-end close.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee daily accounting operations across accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash activity, and general ledger transactions.
  • Examine financial transactions to confirm proper account coding, dimensional accuracy, supporting records, and required approvals.
  • Complete and review bank and balance sheet reconciliations, researching and clearing outstanding items promptly.
  • Prepare, validate, and record journal entries while supporting critical tasks tied to the monthly close cycle.
  • Analyze general ledger activity to identify unusual balances, posting issues, or unexpected variances and take corrective action.
  • Track payable and receivable activity to help ensure accurate processing and timely completion of transactions.
  • Reconcile financial data across Salesforce, Sage Intacct, bank statements, and backup documentation to maintain consistency.
  • Assist with revenue and contribution reconciliations, month-end schedules, audit support, account clean-up efforts, and other finance projects as needed.
  • Provide day-to-day guidance to finance team members and independently resolve accounting issues, escalating complex matters when appropriate.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
  • At least 3 years of progressive accounting experience in a finance environment.
  • Strong hands-on experience using Sage Intacct is required.
  • Solid knowledge of general ledger accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and journal entry preparation.
  • Proven ability to perform bank reconciliations, balance sheet reconciliations, and month-end close activities.
  • Strong attention to detail with the ability to investigate discrepancies and maintain accurate supporting documentation.
  • Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with a broader finance team.

Schedule

  • Hybrid schedule with four days in the office and one day remote.

Benefits

  • Medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance.
  • Eligibility to enroll in company 401(k) plan.
  • Access to free online training.

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