gpac | The Recruitment Platform

Director of Accounting in Bethesda

Date Posted: 25 June 2026

Job Snapshot

Job Description

I am working with a great firm in Washington, DC that is seeking an experienced Director of Accounting to join their team. This role serves as the senior internal accounting professional and is responsible for the financial operations. Prior experience at a law firm is strongly preferred. 

Background:

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
  • Minimum of 5 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in a law firm or professional services environment
  • Oversee the Firm's day-to-day accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, trust accounting, and monthly close process
  • Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and management reports
  • Monitor cash flow, banking relationships, and treasury functions to ensure the Firm's financial stability and operational effectiveness
  • Coordinate annual audits, tax filings, and other financial compliance activities
  • Administer payroll processes and coordinate retirement plan contributions and compliance requirements

Benefits:

  • Competitive pay
  • Strong benefits package
  • Great environment with collaborative people

Please reach out to me today if you're interested in learning more about this position. michelle.katen@gogpac.com

 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.

Subscribe to our blog

DON'T MISS AN EPISODE

SUBSCRIBE NOW
By clicking Send you agree to the gpac privacy policy and Terms of Service and you authorize gpac to contact you regarding gpac’s services at any phone number or email you provide, including via text message using an automated dialing system and/or artificial or prerecorded message.