Senior Accountant 16819264

HRB; Bethesda (MD); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Cherry Bekaert Recruiting & Staffing is partnering with a well-established organization in the Bethesda, MD area to fill a Senior Accountant role. You will own core operational accounting functions, support monthly close, reconciliations, financial reporting, and process improvements.

This position is ideal for an experienced accounting professional who thrives in a collaborative team, with growth potential in a stable environment. Hybrid work is offered in Bethesda, MD.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• 3+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• CPA preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
• Support month-end and year-end close processes.
• Maintain general ledger accuracy and assist with financial statement preparation.
• Analyze balance sheet and income statement activity and investigate variances.
• Assist with audit support, internal controls, and process improvements.

Job description

Senior Accountant

Location: Hybrid - Bethesda, MD

Employment Type: Full-Time

Overview

Cherry Bekaert Recruiting & Staffing is partnered with a well-established organization in the Bethesda, MD area seeking a Senior Accountant to join its accounting team. This role will focus on core operational accounting functions and will support the monthly close, account reconciliations, financial reporting, and continuous process improvement efforts.

This position is ideal for an experienced accounting professional who enjoys hands‑on ownership, strong team collaboration, and a stable environment with growth potential.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and review journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules
• Support month-end and year-end close processes
• Maintain general ledger accuracy and assist with financial statement preparation
• Analyze balance sheet and income statement activity and investigate variances
• Assist with audit support, internal controls, and process improvements
• Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate financial reporting
• Support operational accounting activities and special projects as needed

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
• 3+ years of progressive accounting experience
• Strong understanding of core operational accounting functions required
• CPA preferred
• Experience with large ERP systems strongly preferred, including NetSuite, Sage Intacct, Unanet, Costpoint, or similar platforms
• Strong Excel skills and attention to detail required
• Ability to work independently and in a collaborative team setting

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