Robert Half is hiring: Accounting Clerk in Brentwood

Description We are looking for an Accounting Clerk to join our team on a contract basis in Brentwood, Maryland. In this role, you will assist with maintaining accurate financial records, processing transactions, and supporting various accounting functions. This position is ideal for detail-oriented professionals with a strong background in bookkeeping and accounting tasks. Responsibilities:

• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable processes, ensuring accuracy and timely payments.
• Utilize QuickBooks to record financial transactions and maintain bookkeeping records.
• Process and verify invoices for payment, ensuring compliance with company policies.
• Perform data entry tasks to update financial databases and track transactions.
• Assist with expense reporting and budget reconciliation to support financial planning.
• Monitor and analyze cash flow to identify potential discrepancies or areas for improvement.
• Prepare financial reports for management to track company performance.
• Support inventory management by maintaining cost control measures and financial records.
• Collaborate with team members to streamline payment processing and credit card transactions.
• Ensure adherence to accounting standards and regulations in all financial activities. Requirements - Minimum of 1 year of experience in accounting, bookkeeping, or a related field.
• Proficiency in QuickBooks for managing financial records and transactions.
• Strong knowledge of accounts payable (AP) and accounts receivable (AR) processes.
• Skilled in processing invoices and maintaining accurate documentation.
• Excellent data entry skills with a high level of attention to detail.
• Familiarity with expense reporting and budget reconciliation.
• Ability to analyze financial data and identify discrepancies.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills to work within a team environment.

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 ( .