Description We are offering a contract as a Senior Staff Accountant located in McLean, Virginia (the role is fully remote however). This role primarily focuses on maintaining financial records and reports, performing account reconciliations, maintaining the general ledger, preparing journal entries, and performing other accounting duties as assigned. Responsibilities: • Responsible for the preparation of end-of-month ledger entries and bank reconciliation statements • Assisting with the reconciliation of accounts • Maintaining prepaid and fixed asset schedules • Preparation of vendor 1099s as needed • Processing of customer payments and cash receipts • Providing support for DCMA/DCAA and CPA audits • Assisting with the preparation for Incurred Cost Submission • Assisting with monthly and year-end closing • Creating and uploading payroll journal entries into Costpoint • Supporting Accounts Payable and Customer Billing processes as needed • Interacting with other departments and supporting special projects as needed • Responding to internal and external inquiries and seeking proper resolution • Assisting the Controller in other accounting activities as required. Requirements • Possess a minimum of 7 years of experience in the field of accounting. • Proficient in handling Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR). • Demonstrated experience in performing bank reconciliations. • Proficient in maintaining and managing the General Ledger. • Skilled in creating and managing Journal Entries. • Extensive experience in Month End Close procedures. • Proficiency in using Deltek Costpoint is a must. • Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel are required. • Familiarity with Form 1099 procedures. • Ability to maintain and manage fixed assets. • Proven experience in handling fixed assets is necessary. • Familiarity with and ability to perform billing functions. Must have experience working with a government contractor. 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 (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-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 (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .