Staff Accountant
<p>We are looking for a dedicated Staff Accountant to join our team located in the Greater Philadelphia Region. This Contract-to-continuing position offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to financial operations in a dynamic environment. The ideal Staff Accountant candidate will possess strong knowledge of accounting principles and be skilled in managing various financial processes while ensuring compliance with regulations.</p><p><br></p><p>What you get to do every single day:</p><p>• Perform routine accounting tasks in alignment with organizational policies and applicable government regulations.</p><p>• Review and verify financial documents for accuracy and adherence to established standards.</p><p>• Manage entries in the general ledger, accounts payable and receivable, payroll, and other accounting functions.</p><p>• Reconcile financial discrepancies and ensure consistency across all transactions and reports.</p><p>• Analyze and code special fund transactions to ensure compliance with funding agency requirements.</p><p>• Monitor budgets and track expenditures to maintain financial accuracy.</p><p>• Utilize accounting software platforms such as NetSuite, QuickBooks, SAP, and Oracle to input and manage data.</p><p>• Prepare financial reports and respond to inquiries regarding accounts and transactions.</p><p>• Collaborate with internal staff and external stakeholders to provide necessary financial information and assistance.</p><p>• Uphold confidentiality and integrity in handling sensitive financial data.</p>
<p>Other requirements for the Staff Accountant position include and are not limited to:</p><p><br></p><p>• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.</p><p>• Minimum of 2 years of accounting experience, preferably within the public sector.</p><p>• Proficiency in accounting software such as NetSuite, QuickBooks, SAP, and Oracle.</p><p>• Strong knowledge of accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank reconciliations, general ledger, journal entries, and month-end close processes.</p><p>• Familiarity with public sector accounting standards and Housing and Urban Development (HUD) regulations.</p><p>• Ability to analyze and resolve financial discrepancies effectively.</p><p>• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.</p><p>• Strong communication skills to interact with internal teams and external clients.</p><p><br></p><p>Interested candidates should reach out to Matthew Burns at 215.568.4580 and reference JO# 03720-0013331668</p><p><br></p>
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- Philadelphia, PA
- onsite
- Contract / Temporary to Hire
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24.00 - 25.00 USD / Hourly
- <p>We are looking for a dedicated Staff Accountant to join our team located in the Greater Philadelphia Region. This Contract-to-continuing position offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to financial operations in a dynamic environment. The ideal Staff Accountant candidate will possess strong knowledge of accounting principles and be skilled in managing various financial processes while ensuring compliance with regulations.</p><p><br></p><p>What you get to do every single day:</p><p>• Perform routine accounting tasks in alignment with organizational policies and applicable government regulations.</p><p>• Review and verify financial documents for accuracy and adherence to established standards.</p><p>• Manage entries in the general ledger, accounts payable and receivable, payroll, and other accounting functions.</p><p>• Reconcile financial discrepancies and ensure consistency across all transactions and reports.</p><p>• Analyze and code special fund transactions to ensure compliance with funding agency requirements.</p><p>• Monitor budgets and track expenditures to maintain financial accuracy.</p><p>• Utilize accounting software platforms such as NetSuite, QuickBooks, SAP, and Oracle to input and manage data.</p><p>• Prepare financial reports and respond to inquiries regarding accounts and transactions.</p><p>• Collaborate with internal staff and external stakeholders to provide necessary financial information and assistance.</p><p>• Uphold confidentiality and integrity in handling sensitive financial data.</p>
- 2025-11-10T20:58:51Z