Staff Accountant
<p><strong>Job Summary:</strong></p><p>The Staff Accountant plays a vital role in ensuring the integrity and accuracy of financial processes and reporting. This position is responsible for managing the general ledger and ensuring proper maintenance of all accounts, as well as conducting timely and accurate bank reconciliations. A primary focus of the role is providing financial reporting support, including preparing month-end, quarter-end, and year-end statements in compliance with organizational policies and regulatory requirements. Additionally, the Staff Accountant handles accounting tasks specific to the organization’s funds, grants, and other donor-restricted resources, ensuring compliance with grant agreements and fund-specific restrictions. This includes analyzing financial transactions associated with grants and preparing reports for grantors as required. Budget preparation and analysis are also key responsibilities, involving collaboration with department heads to ensure accurate forecasting and alignment with the organization’s mission. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>• General Ledger Support: Perform tasks such as financial performance analysis, data entry, account management, and reconciliations.</p><p>• Financial Reporting: Assist in preparing financial statements as well as monthly and annual reports.</p><p>• Compliance Management: Ensure adherence to fiscal requirements for the program funding by reviewing contracts, preparing invoices, and serving as the primary fiscal contact for any financial related questions.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Qualifications:</strong></p><p>The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, proficiency in nonprofit accounting standards, and expertise in leveraging accounting software and tools, including advanced Microsoft Excel. Essential skills include general ledger maintenance, reconciliations, financial reporting, budgeting and financial analysis. Preference will be given to candidates holding an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting. A commitment to supporting the organization’s mission and optimizing resources is essential. This role represents an excellent opportunity to contribute to the fiscal health and operational effectiveness of a values-driven nonprofit.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Other Job Details:</strong></p><p>• Work Schedule: Full-time (40 hours per week), Monday through Friday, preferably 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.</p><p>• Duration: This role is open due to a vacancy and candidates can be considered on a contract-to-hire basis. </p><p>• Location: Onsite in Pittsburgh’s Strip District area (free parking available!).</p><p><br></p><p>If you are interested in applying for this Staff Accountant role, please visit the Robert Half website or use the Robert Half app to submit your application. After applying, please call 412-471-5946 and ask to speak with Carrie, Aimee or Dan. Please reference job # 03730-0013308783 when calling. Thank you!</p>
<p>• Strong analytical skills to interpret financial data and provide actionable recommendations.</p><p>• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including advanced formulas and data management.</p><p>• Knowledge of accounting standards and best practices, such as GAAP.</p><p>• Bachelor's or Associate's degree in Accounting is preferred.</p><p>• Non-profit accounting experience is preferred but not required.</p><p>• Prior experience assisting with Month End close, completing reconciliations and reviewing financial reports is required. </p>
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- Pittsburgh, PA
- onsite
- Contract / Temporary to Hire
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22.00 - 25.00 USD / Hourly
- <p><strong>Job Summary:</strong></p><p>The Staff Accountant plays a vital role in ensuring the integrity and accuracy of financial processes and reporting. This position is responsible for managing the general ledger and ensuring proper maintenance of all accounts, as well as conducting timely and accurate bank reconciliations. A primary focus of the role is providing financial reporting support, including preparing month-end, quarter-end, and year-end statements in compliance with organizational policies and regulatory requirements. Additionally, the Staff Accountant handles accounting tasks specific to the organization’s funds, grants, and other donor-restricted resources, ensuring compliance with grant agreements and fund-specific restrictions. This includes analyzing financial transactions associated with grants and preparing reports for grantors as required. Budget preparation and analysis are also key responsibilities, involving collaboration with department heads to ensure accurate forecasting and alignment with the organization’s mission. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>• General Ledger Support: Perform tasks such as financial performance analysis, data entry, account management, and reconciliations.</p><p>• Financial Reporting: Assist in preparing financial statements as well as monthly and annual reports.</p><p>• Compliance Management: Ensure adherence to fiscal requirements for the program funding by reviewing contracts, preparing invoices, and serving as the primary fiscal contact for any financial related questions.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Qualifications:</strong></p><p>The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, proficiency in nonprofit accounting standards, and expertise in leveraging accounting software and tools, including advanced Microsoft Excel. Essential skills include general ledger maintenance, reconciliations, financial reporting, budgeting and financial analysis. Preference will be given to candidates holding an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting. A commitment to supporting the organization’s mission and optimizing resources is essential. This role represents an excellent opportunity to contribute to the fiscal health and operational effectiveness of a values-driven nonprofit.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Other Job Details:</strong></p><p>• Work Schedule: Full-time (40 hours per week), Monday through Friday, preferably 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.</p><p>• Duration: This role is open due to a vacancy and candidates can be considered on a contract-to-hire basis. </p><p>• Location: Onsite in Pittsburgh’s Strip District area (free parking available!).</p><p><br></p><p>If you are interested in applying for this Staff Accountant role, please visit the Robert Half website or use the Robert Half app to submit your application. After applying, please call 412-471-5946 and ask to speak with Carrie, Aimee or Dan. Please reference job # 03730-0013308783 when calling. Thank you!</p>
- 2025-10-01T20:28:54Z