Staff Accountant

Description We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support a government contractor and public benefit organization serving agencies with complex AP and Employee Expense modernization initiatives. This Long-term Contract opportunity is based in Washington, District of Columbia and is expected to provide accounting coverage during a five-month leave period. The ideal candidate will bring strong day-to-day accounting experience and the ability to manage transactional work accurately in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: u2022 Process employee expense submissions and travel-related reimbursements with accuracy and timeliness. u2022 Oversee accounts payable activities, including reviewing vouchers and invoices before entry and payment. u2022 Prepare journal entries and maintain accurate supporting documentation for routine accounting transactions. u2022 Reconcile balance sheet accounts and keep schedules current to support month-end reporting. u2022 Handle a high volume of invoices while ensuring coding, approvals, and records are properly maintained. u2022 Assist with daily accounting operations to ensure financial data is complete, organized, and audit-ready. Requirements u2022 Experience preparing journal entries and reconciling GL expense accounts with strong attention to detail. u2022 Strong background in account reconciliations and maintaining balance sheet support schedules. u2022 Hands-on knowledge of accounts payable processes, including invoice and voucher handling. u2022 Ability to manage high-volume invoicing with strong attention to detail and accuracy. u2022 Proficiency in reviewing employee expense reports and travel-related expenses. u2022 Strong organizational skills and the ability to meet deadlines in a contract assignment setting. u2022 Experience using MAC OS is required; intermediate MS Excel required. u2022 Ability to manage high-volume invoicing with strong attention to detail and accuracy. Robert Half is the worldu2019s 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 including medical, vision, dental, life and disability insurance. Employees hired for our FTEP Program are also eligible to enroll in our companyu2019s 401(k) or deferred compensation plan (if eligible). FTEP employees also earn paid time off for vacation, personal needs, and sick time and paid holidays. The amount of Choice Time Off (CTO) received varies based on years of service and is pro-rated based on the hours worked per week. A new FTEP employee earns up to 13 days of CTO and up to 10 paid holidays per calendar year. Learn more at /Resources. u00a9 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking u201cApply Now,u201d youu2019re agreeing to Robert Halfu2019s Terms of Use ( and Privacy Notice (.

Created: 2026-04-24