Staff Accountant

We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join an accounting environment in Waldorf, Maryland. This contract opportunity has the potential to become permanent and is ideal for someone who enjoys balancing tax work with core accounting responsibilities in a hands-on setting. The role will support day-to-day financial operations while contributing to corporate tax preparation, account reconciliation, and accurate reporting.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and support corporate tax filings, ensuring records are organized and submissions are completed accurately and on schedule.

• Record financial activity through journal entries and maintain the integrity of the general ledger across accounting periods.

• Manage accounts payable processes, including invoice review, coding, and timely payment coordination.

• Oversee accounts receivable activity by tracking incoming payments, applying cash, and following up on outstanding balances.

• Perform bank reconciliations and investigate discrepancies to keep cash records current and reliable.

• Utilize QuickBooks to maintain accounting data, generate reports, and support routine financial operations.

• Assist with month-end and year-end close tasks to help produce complete and accurate financial information.

Qualifications:

• Experience handling corporate tax work within an accounting or public accounting setting.
• Working knowledge of preparing or supporting corporate tax returns.
• Proficiency with journal entries, general ledger maintenance, and account reconciliation.
• Hands-on experience managing accounts payable and accounts receivable activities.
• Familiarity with bank reconciliations and resolving account variances.
• Experience using QuickBooks for day-to-day accounting tasks and reporting.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.

Compensation

$28.00-$32.00 Hourly

About Us

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.

Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.

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.

© 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use and Privacy Notice.