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Description

We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to join our team in Washington, District of Columbia. This is a long-term contract position offering an excellent opportunity to showcase your expertise in accounting and financial management. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of accounting principles and processes, with a focus on reconciliations, reporting, and Government Contracting (Department of State).

Responsibilities:

• Perform detailed account reconciliations and ensure the accuracy of financial records.

• Manage month-end and year-end close processes, including journal entries and adjustments.

• Conduct cash flow analysis and prepare comprehensive financial reports.

• Oversee contract closeout activities, ensuring compliance with all relevant guidelines and requirements.

• Utilize QuickBooks Online to maintain and update financial data.

• Address and resolve accounting discrepancies, including cleanup of historical data from the past three years.

• Prepare and analyze bank reconciliations to ensure alignment with financial statements.

• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure accurate reporting and effective communication of financial results.

• Develop and implement procedures to streamline accounting processes and improve efficiency.

Requirements

• A minimum of 7 years of experience in accounting or financial management.

• Degree in Accounting, Finance or similar discipline.

• Proficiency in QuickBooks Online, with demonstrated expertise in managing financial data.

• Strong knowledge of month-end close processes, journal entries, and general ledger maintenance.

• Experience in performing account and bank reconciliations with high attention to detail.

• Familiarity with state government contracts or commercial contract management processes.

• SOP development and audit preparation highly preferred.

• Proven ability to handle complex financial cleanup tasks and historical data reviews.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a focus on accuracy and compliance.

Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

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All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

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