Accounting Manager Job at Robert Half in McLean

Description We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager to join our team in McLean, Virginia. In this role, you will oversee key financial operations, ensuring accuracy and compliance across all accounting processes. This is a long-term contract position ideal for someone with a strong background in general ledger management and advanced financial systems. Responsibilities:

• Lead and supervise a team of three accounting staff, fostering collaboration and efficiency.
• Manage and maintain the general ledger, ensuring timely and accurate month-end close processes.
• Provide guidance and support to ancillary accounting teams, including finance, audit, and tax departments.
• Conduct detailed account reconciliations and prepare journal entries with precision.
• Utilize ERP tools such as SAP, Oracle Financials, BlackLine, and advanced Excel to complete accounting functions.
• Deliver comprehensive financial statement audits and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
• Collaborate on project analysis during critical periods, such as year-end and financial close.
• Apply advanced Excel skills to perform complex financial calculations and data analysis.
• Uphold a customer-focused approach in providing general ledger support across various teams.

Requirements

• Minimum of 10 years of accounting experience, with expertise in general ledger management.
• Proficiency in month-end close processes and financial statement audits.
• Strong knowledge of Oracle or SAP and BlackLine software.
• Advanced skills in Excel for financial analysis and reporting.
• Demonstrated ability to manage account reconciliations and journal entries.
• Previous experience in supervising accounting teams effectively.
• Excellent communication skills and a customer-service mindset.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting and CPA required.

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 including medical, vision, dental, life and disability insurance. Employees hired for our FTEP Program are also eligible to enroll in our company's 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 roberthalfbenefits.com/Resources. © 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 ( .