11 Results for Cost Accountant Jobs in Pittsburgh, PA

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Staff Accountant

Belle Vernon, PA
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Permanent / Full Time
60000 - 70000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support daily accounting operations. This role focuses on transaction reporting, reconciliations, billing accuracy, and cross-functional coordination to keep financial activity organized and timely. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical skills, solid Excel capabilities, and the ability to manage priorities effectively in a fast-moving environment. Responsibilities:• Record and verify daily financial activity by preparing and matching transaction movements with a high degree of accuracy.• Produce and review daily accounting reports, identifying discrepancies and investigating unusual items as needed.• Partner with colleagues to research and clear exceptions that arise from automated matching processes.• Develop, refine, and maintain automated matching logic within internal systems to improve efficiency and accuracy.• Reconcile delivered volume data and related charges to confirm that product, freight, and additional fees are billed correctly.• Set up and revise deal records for new products, customers, and operating locations to support ongoing business activity.• Assemble documentation and supporting schedules in response to internal or external audit requests.• Contribute to month-end close activities by completing assigned tasks within established deadlines.• Provide ad hoc financial analysis and assist with additional accounting projects as business needs evolve.
2026-11-02T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Warrendale, PA
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Permanent / Full Time
45000 - 65000 USD / Yearly
Robert Half is partnering with a growing organization in the Wexford area to identify a Staff Accountant who will play a key role in supporting day-to-day accounting and financial operations. This position offers the opportunity to work across multiple areas of accounting, including financial reporting, account reconciliations, budgeting, and audit support. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and enjoys collaborating with both internal teams and external stakeholders. Responsibilities Prepare journal entries and perform balance sheet account reconciliations to ensure accurate financial reporting. Assist with monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes. Maintain accurate financial records and supporting documentation in accordance with company policies and accounting standards. Review revenue, cash receipts, and other financial transactions to ensure completeness and accuracy. Generate financial reports, statements, and analysis to support management decision-making. Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities. Assist with audit preparation by compiling schedules, supporting documentation, and responding to auditor requests. Monitor banking activities, resolve account-related issues, and support treasury and cash management functions. Ensure compliance with internal controls, accounting procedures, and organizational policies. Serve as a resource for financial processes and reporting questions from internal stakeholders.
2026-11-04T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Pittsburgh, PA
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Temporary to Hire
0 - 0 USD / Yearly
HYBRID Accounts Payable AccountantContract to Hire100% onsite until training complete, then 3 onsite (T-TH) 2 remote (M and F) We are looking for a detail-oriented HYBRID Accounts Payable Accountant to join an engineering organization. This contract-to-permanent opportunity is ideal for someone who brings strong accounting fundamentals, hands-on accounts payable experience, and advanced Excel skills to a fast-paced environment. The position begins fully onsite and may transition to a hybrid schedule once the person is established and operating independently in the role. Responsibilities:• Prepare and post journal entries accurately and in a timely manner to support monthly accounting activities.• Maintain the general ledger by reviewing account activity, researching discrepancies, and helping ensure financial records remain complete and accurate.• Process accounts payable transactions, verify supporting documentation, and follow through on payment-related issues with internal and external contacts.• Reconcile balance sheet and expense accounts, identifying variances and resolving outstanding items as part of the close process.• Use Excel formulas and related spreadsheet tools to organize financial data, perform analysis, and improve reporting efficiency.• Support day-to-day accounting operations by assisting with month-end tasks, audit requests, and documentation requirements.• Work within SAP to record transactions, retrieve financial information, and help maintain accurate accounting data.• Contribute to process improvement efforts and assist with accounting-related changes in systems or workflows as needed.
2026-11-09T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Pittsburgh Area, PA
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Permanent / Full Time
80000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
Greater Pittsburgh Area | Manufacturing IndustryPromotional opportunity for a Staff or Intermediate Accountant ready for the next stepOur manufacturing client in the greater Pittsburgh area is seeking a Senior Accountant to join its growing finance team. This is an excellent career advancement opportunity for a motivated Staff Accountant or Intermediate Accountant looking to step into a broader role with increased ownership and visibility.The Senior Accountant will play a key role in supporting day-to-day accounting operations, including payroll processing, account reconciliations, month-end close, prepaid expenses, and fixed assets. This position is ideal for an accounting professional who brings strong technical skills, a high level of accuracy, and the ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Process bi-weekly and semi-monthly payroll, ensuring accuracy of hours, deductions, tax withholdings, and compliance with federal, state, and local regulations</li><li>Reconcile payroll-related general ledger accounts and research and resolve discrepancies</li><li>Prepare and post month-end journal entries, including accruals, adjustments, and reclassifications</li><li>Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations and bank reconciliations, identifying and resolving variances in a timely manner</li><li>Maintain the prepaid expense schedule, ensuring accurate amortization and monthly expense recognition</li><li>Manage the fixed asset ledger, including additions, disposals, depreciation, and periodic physical asset verification</li><li>Assist with month-end and year-end close to support reporting deadlines</li><li>Support internal and external audit requests by preparing schedules and documentation</li><li>Identify opportunities to enhance accounting processes, reporting, and internal controls</li><li>Participate in special projects and other accounting-related duties as needed</li></ul>
2026-10-09T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Monroeville, PA
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Permanent / Full Time
84000 - 115000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to join a respected public accounting firm. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys balancing tax, accounting, and client advisory work while supporting a broad portfolio of businesses and individual clients. You will play a key role in delivering accurate financial reporting, guiding compliance efforts, and contributing to a collaborative team environment with strong long-term growth potential. Responsibilities: • Produce and examine financial statements to ensure accuracy, completeness, and adherence to applicable reporting standards. • Handle core close activities by preparing journal entries, reconciling balance sheet accounts, and supporting month-end and year-end accounting processes. • Complete a range of tax filings for individuals and business entities, including partnerships, S corporations, and C corporations. • Contribute to tax planning initiatives by developing projections, researching technical issues, and identifying practical solutions for clients. • Participate in assurance-related work by assisting with audit, review, and compilation engagements for a variety of client accounts. • Oversee multiple client assignments at once, maintaining quality standards while meeting established timelines and deliverables. • Provide guidance to entry-level team members by reviewing workpapers, offering feedback, and supporting their career development. • Work closely with clients, including small and mid-sized businesses, to address accounting questions and support ongoing financial compliance needs.
2026-11-03T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Pittsburgh, PA
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Temporary to Hire
24 - 28 USD / Hourly
Great opportunity for a Senior Accountant with a non-profit organization! Please review the following details and apply using the Robert Half website or the Robert Half app! About the OpportunityRobert Half is partnering with a well-established nonprofit organization in Pittsburgh to identify an experienced Senior Accountant for an immediate opening. This role is available due to a recent resignation and requires someone who can step in quickly to support critical accounting and financial operations. The ideal candidate will bring strong nonprofit accounting experience, thrive in a mission-driven environment, and have the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting. Key ResponsibilitiesPerform general accounting functions including:<ul><li>Assist with Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), General Ledger (GL) and Payroll</li><li>Maintain accounting journals and reconcile multiple cash and bank accounts</li><li>Manage month-end and year-end close activities</li><li>Reconcile balance sheet accounts and investigate discrepancies</li><li>Prepare accurate and timely financial statements and reports</li><li>Code, monitor, and track restricted grants within a nonprofit accounting environment</li><li>Compile, prepare, and submit government billing to state, county, and municipal agencies</li><li>Support accounting and payroll functions for outsourced entities and affiliated organizations</li><li>Ensure compliance with accounting standards, grant requirements, and organizational policies</li></ul>Location: Shadyside Area, Pittsburgh, PA (Free Parking Available)Schedule: Monday-Friday, Standard Business Hours (40 hours/week)Start Date: Monday, November 16, 2026Employment Type: Contract or Contract-to-Hire Why Consider This Opportunity?<ul><li>Immediate start with the ability to make an impact right away.</li><li>Opportunity to support a respected mission-driven organization.</li><li>Free parking available.</li><li>Potential for contract-to-hire conversion based on performance and business needs.</li><li>Collaborative team environment with exposure to a broad range of accounting responsibilities.</li></ul>How to ApplyInterested candidates should apply through the Robert Half website or submit their application using the Robert Half App. Qualified applicants with nonprofit accounting experience are encouraged to apply immediately due to the urgent nature of this opening.
2026-11-10T00:00:00Z

Bookkeeper

Wexford, PA
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Permanent / Full Time
55000 - 65000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Bookkeeper to join our team. This position is responsible for keeping daily financial activity accurate and organized, including payables, receivables, payroll, and account reconciliation work. The ideal candidate is comfortable working independently, managing multiple accounting tasks, and maintaining reliable financial records in a fast-paced office environment. Responsibilities:• Oversee invoice processing and ensure vendor payments are completed accurately and on schedule.• Record incoming funds and outgoing payments while maintaining clear documentation for all cash activity.• Monitor outstanding customer balances and conduct timely follow-up to support collection of receivables.• Reconcile bank accounts each month and investigate discrepancies to keep financial records current.• Run payroll for a small employee group using Paycor, ensuring pay data is entered correctly and deadlines are met.• Prepare physician compensation-related payroll details, including profit-sharing calculations and supporting records.• Maintain payroll files and employee compensation documentation in an organized and confidential manner.• Assist with insurance-related financial administration and related bookkeeping support tasks.• Update spreadsheets, maintain accounting records, and contribute to broader office accounting operations.• Support accounting system usage across tools such as Great Plains, QuickBooks, Excel, and industry-specific billing software as needed.
2026-11-10T00:00:00Z

Accounting Coordinator

Washington, PA
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Temporary to Hire
22 - 24 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounting Coordinator to join a manufacturing organization in Washington, Pennsylvania on a contract basis with the potential for a permanent role. This position supports daily receivables and cash activity while helping maintain accurate customer account records and timely billing processes. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable working across departments to resolve account issues and keep reporting current. Responsibilities: • Generate customer invoices accurately and in a timely manner to support ongoing billing operations. • Maintain and update accounts receivable records, ensuring customer account information remains complete and organized. • Process incoming payments, receipts, and cash transactions in accordance with established accounting practices. • Reconcile merchant statements and investigate variances to ensure financial records are accurate. • Prepare bank deposits and verify supporting documentation for daily cash activity. • Research payment issues and work toward prompt resolution of discrepancies affecting customer accounts. • Set up new credit accounts, collect required tax documentation, and create new customer profiles. • Partner with the Customer Service team to address questions and resolve both internal and customer-facing account concerns. • Compile and distribute recurring weekly and monthly reports related to receivables and cash activity. • Support additional accounting and administrative tasks as needed to meet department objectives.
2026-11-09T00:00:00Z

Accounting Clerk

West Mifflin, PA
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Permanent / Full Time
48000 - 52000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounting Clerk to support day-to-day financial operations in West Mifflin, Pennsylvania. This entry-level opportunity is ideal for someone who enjoys working with numbers, maintaining organized records, and ensuring information is entered accurately. The person in this role will assist with core accounting tasks, contribute to smooth invoice and account processing, and help keep financial documentation current and reliable. Responsibilities: • Enter financial and transactional data into accounting systems with a high level of accuracy and consistency. • Review and process invoices, confirming supporting details and routing items appropriately for payment. • Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable activities to help maintain timely and accurate records. • Reconcile account information by comparing balances, identifying discrepancies, and escalating issues when needed. • Organize, maintain, and retrieve financial files and supporting documents in accordance with recordkeeping standards. • Update spreadsheets and accounting software records to reflect current financial activity and reporting needs. • Support routine clerical accounting tasks, including preparing documentation and assisting with audit-ready files.
2026-10-23T00:00:00Z

Accounting Clerk

Greensburg, PA
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Temporary to Hire
20 - 26 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounting Clerk to join a freight organization in Greensburg, Pennsylvania. The role is temporary to hire and 100% onsite. Responsibilities:• Review, enter, and assign proper coding to vendor bills and employee reimbursement submissions to ensure accurate payment processing.• Prepare customer billing and send invoices promptly to support timely collections.• Record incoming payments, assemble bank deposits, and complete scheduled check disbursements each week.• Compare vendor statements against internal records, investigate variances, and resolve payment or posting issues.• Track outstanding receivables, examine aging reports, and follow up on past-due balances with professionalism.• Maintain orderly accounting files and preserve supporting documentation for vendors, payments, and billing activity.• Contribute to month-end accounting tasks by assisting with entries and payable-related close activities.• Gather reports and backup materials needed for audits and respond to documentation requests efficiently.• Work closely with vendors, customers, and internal departments to address invoice, billing, and payment questions. If you are interested in being considered for this Administrative/Accounts Payable Specialist position, please 1) Apply online AND 2) follow up with a phone call to 888-396-0099!
2026-11-05T00:00:00Z

Junior Accountant

Pittsburgh Area, PA
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Permanent / Full Time
55000 - 65000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented entry-level Accountant to support core accounting activities for a manufacturing organization in Pennsylvania. This role contributes to daily financial operations by helping maintain accurate records, supporting reporting cycles, and coordinating with cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate is organized, dependable, and comfortable handling both transactional accounting tasks and general administrative support in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: • Support billing activities by preparing customer invoices, tracking sales-related documentation, and coordinating with warehouses, customers, and internal teams to resolve transaction questions. • Contribute to accounts payable operations by processing vendor invoices, assisting with payment activities, reconciling account details, and maintaining supplier records, including onboarding new vendors. • Review employee expense submissions to confirm policy compliance, coding accuracy, and appropriate financial classification. • Help complete bank account reconciliations on a monthly basis and investigate discrepancies as needed. • Compile recurring financial reports on a weekly and monthly schedule to support visibility into business performance. • Prepare and record journal entries while helping maintain the accuracy of general ledger activity. • Assist with the preparation of balance sheets, income statements, and related financial documents in line with accounting standards and company policies. • Participate in month-end and year-end close activities by organizing support files and completing assigned accounting tasks on schedule. • Provide requested documentation and account support for internal and external audit processes. • Partner with Operations, Supply Chain, Sales, Finance, and leadership while also handling administrative tasks that support departmental goals.
2026-10-26T00:00:00Z

11 results for Cost Accountant in Pittsburgh, PA