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15 results for Public Senior Accountant in Pittsburgh, PA

Sr. Accountant
  • Canonsburg, PA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 80000 - 90000 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for an experienced accounting specialist to join our team in Canonsburg, Pennsylvania. This role is central to the accuracy of financial reporting, supporting close activities, statutory compliance, and quarterly filings within a collaborative and performance-driven environment. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to work effectively with both internal partners and external auditors.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead critical activities within the monthly and period-end close process, including preparing and reviewing journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules.<br>• Analyze financial results and investigate variances to help ensure accurate presentation of account balances and timely resolution of discrepancies.<br>• Prepare information and documentation required for quarterly external reporting and other regulatory filing obligations.<br>• Maintain strong internal controls by identifying risk areas, supporting compliance efforts, and helping strengthen accounting processes where needed.<br>• Serve as a key contact for internal and external audit requests, coordinating responses and providing clear, well-supported documentation.<br>• Research accounting guidance and apply technical conclusions to transactions and reporting matters in accordance with U.S. GAAP and company policies.<br>• Partner with cross-functional teams to confirm business activity is recorded properly and reflected accurately in the financial statements.<br>• Use accounting systems such as Oracle to support reporting needs and recommend process improvements focused on efficiency, automation, and long-term sustainability.<br>• Respond to business unit questions related to accounting activity, reconciliations, and reporting outcomes with timely and practical solutions.
  • 2026-06-19T00:00:00Z
Sr. Tax Accountant
  • Glenshaw, PA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 38 - 44 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an experienced Sr. Tax Accountant to support a range of direct and indirect tax activities for a long-term contract opportunity in Glenshaw, Pennsylvania. This role will focus on preparing and reviewing individual and corporate tax filings, managing sales and use tax matters, and helping maintain accurate, timely compliance across multiple tax obligations. The ideal candidate brings strong technical tax knowledge, careful attention to detail, and the ability to work independently in a deadline-driven environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare and review individual income tax returns with a high level of accuracy and attention to filing deadlines.<br>• Complete corporate tax return workpapers and filings while ensuring compliance with applicable tax regulations.<br>• Manage sales and use tax reporting activities, including data review, calculation support, and timely submission of returns.<br>• Perform tax preparation tasks for a variety of entities and tax types by organizing financial information and validating supporting documentation.<br>• Research tax questions and interpret relevant rules to help resolve filing issues and support compliant reporting.<br>• Reconcile tax accounts and examine financial records to identify discrepancies, corrections, or potential areas of risk.<br>• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to gather required tax data and ensure filings are supported by complete information.
  • 2026-06-16T00:00:00Z
Senior Tax Analyst
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 70000 - 90000 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for a Senior Tax Analyst to support corporate tax operations. This role centers on federal income tax compliance while also contributing to state and international filings, tax accounting activities, and analytical projects that inform business decisions. The position offers the opportunity to work across complex tax matters, collaborate with finance partners, and assist with special projects assigned by tax leadership. <br> Responsibilities: Prepare, review, and file federal, state, and local income tax returns, including Forms 1040, 1065, 1120, and 1120S Manage quarterly and annual tax provision calculations in accordance with GAAP Prepare and review sales and use tax, payroll tax, and other indirect tax filings Research and analyze tax law changes and assess their impact on the organization Provide technical tax guidance to internal stakeholders, including finance and operations teams Support tax planning initiatives and identify opportunities for tax savings and risk mitigation Assist with IRS and state tax audits, including responding to notices and information requests Maintain accurate tax workpapers and documentation to support compliance and audits Coordinate with external tax advisors, auditors, and regulatory agencies Mentor and review work prepared by entry level tax staff, as applicable
  • 2026-06-12T00:00:00Z
Senior Internal Auditor
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 80000 - 90000 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for an experienced Senior Internal Auditor to strengthen internal control practices and help improve operational effectiveness across the organization. This role is based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and partners with leadership to assess risk, evaluate business processes, and deliver practical recommendations that support sound decision-making. The position offers exposure to multiple company locations, including manufacturing sites, and includes moderate travel.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead risk-based audit activities by evaluating key processes, identifying control gaps, and helping define effective audit scope and priorities.<br>• Develop organized audit plans and perform detailed testing to assess compliance, operational efficiency, and the reliability of internal controls.<br>• Prepare clear workpapers, summarize findings, and draft audit reports that present actionable recommendations for management.<br>• Advise business leaders on opportunities to strengthen procedures, improve control environments, and enhance overall process performance.<br>• Contribute to the ongoing refinement of audit methodologies and support updates to the internal audit program.<br>• Identify practical ways to reduce unnecessary costs, improve cash flow, and increase value within the functions being reviewed.<br>• Build productive relationships with colleagues and audit stakeholders to encourage collaboration and constructive issue resolution.<br>• Complete assignments accurately and on schedule while supporting audit work at domestic and international locations as needed.
  • 2026-06-17T00:00:00Z
Staff Accountant
  • Mars, PA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 70000 - 76000 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support core accounting operations for a manufacturing organization in Mars, Pennsylvania. This position combines day-to-day financial activities with administrative, payroll, and human resources support to help keep business functions running smoothly. The ideal candidate brings strong organizational skills, sound judgment, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process vendor invoices, verify supporting documentation, and coordinate timely payments to maintain accurate accounts payable records.<br>• Prepare and issue customer invoices, monitor outstanding balances, and follow up on collections to support healthy cash flow and accounts receivable performance.<br>• Record journal entries and maintain the general ledger with a high degree of accuracy and attention to deadlines.<br>• Assist with account reconciliations and help ensure monthly financial records are complete, organized, and ready for review.<br>• Provide payroll support by gathering pay-related data, reviewing records for accuracy, and helping administer payroll activities.<br>• Support human resources administration through employee record maintenance, onboarding paperwork, and coordination of routine HR documentation.<br>• Handle a range of office and administrative tasks that contribute to efficient daily operations across accounting and business support functions.<br>• Collaborate with internal team members to resolve accounting discrepancies, improve reporting accuracy, and maintain reliable financial information.
  • 2026-06-08T00:00:00Z
Senior Accounts Payable Supervisor
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 80000 - 110000 USD / Yearly
  • <p><strong>Position Overview</strong></p><p>A growing organization is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Supervisor for a hybrid (2 days on-site / 3 WFH) position. This role will be responsible for leading day-to-day AP activities, ensuring timely and accurate vendor payments, and maintaining compliance with established policies, procedures, and internal controls across U.S. and Canadian operations.</p><p>This position is based in the Pittsburgh area and offers a hybrid work arrangement.</p><p>The ideal candidate will lead a small AP team and partner closely with cross-functional groups including operations, procurement, treasury, and finance. Success in this role requires strong leadership, a process improvement mindset, and the ability to thrive in a high-volume, fast-paced environment, particularly one involving transportation, freight, and logistics-related transactions.</p><p><br></p>
  • 2026-06-12T00:00:00Z
Intermediate Accountant
  • Bridgeville, PA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 65000 - 75000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for an Intermediate Accountant to support day-to-day accounting operations and help maintain accurate financial records. This role contributes to reporting activities, transaction processing, and account analysis while working closely with the broader accounting team. The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable handling both financial tasks and administrative support in a fast-paced office environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare and post journal entries while assisting with the accuracy and completeness of the general ledger.</p><p>• Support the month-to-month reporting process by gathering financial information and helping analyze budget and performance variances.</p><p>• Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions, including invoice handling, payment support, and follow-up on outstanding balances.</p><p>• Reconcile bank activity and other balance sheet accounts to ensure records align with supporting documentation.</p><p>• Assist with inventory tracking and related record maintenance to support accurate accounting data.</p><p>• Perform routine administrative tasks such as filing, document preparation, copying, and system data entry.</p><p>• Use accounting and office software to maintain records, generate reports, and support daily departmental operations.</p><p>• Communicate with internal teams and external contacts to resolve accounting questions and support collections activity.</p>
  • 2026-06-19T00:00:00Z
Sr. Auditor
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 59.375 - 68.75 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an experienced Sr. Auditor to support a nonprofit organization in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania through a Long-term Contract engagement. This role will focus on coordinating audit activities, organizing financial support materials, and helping ensure accurate, well-documented reporting across multiple audit periods. The ideal candidate brings strong knowledge of nonprofit accounting, works confidently with external audit partners, and can manage complex audit needs with minimal oversight.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Coordinate preparation for internal and external audit reviews by gathering financial records, meeting documentation, and supporting schedules.<br>• Examine audit questions and account variances, then research underlying details to help resolve discrepancies efficiently.<br>• Create thorough audit workpapers, explanations, and narratives that clearly document financial activity and supporting context.<br>• Serve as a primary point of contact for outside auditors and public accounting firms, providing requested materials and follow-up information.<br>• Support audit activity covering more than one fiscal year, ensuring consistency and completeness across reporting periods.<br>• Compile and organize documentation related to nonprofit financial areas such as restricted contributions, grant activity, endowments, and designated funds.<br>• Assist with preparation and support for Form 990 filings and related financial reporting requirements.<br>• Review financial treatment of items such as capital assets and other specialized nonprofit accounting matters to support audit readiness.
  • 2026-06-18T00:00:00Z
Accountant
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • onsite
  • Temporary to Hire
  • 25 - 28 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for an Accountant to join a team in the Dormont/Mt. Lebanon area. This contract to hire opportunity is ideal for someone who is comfortable managing core accounting activities in an on-site environment and enjoys maintaining accuracy across daily financial operations. The role focuses on supporting receivables, payables, and account balancing while helping ensure timely and organized financial processing.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee day-to-day accounts payable activities, including reviewing invoices and preparing payments with a high level of accuracy.</p><p>• Manage accounts receivable transactions and follow up on outstanding balances to support effective collections efforts.</p><p>• Reconcile bank accounts on a regular basis, investigate discrepancies, and ensure financial records remain current.</p><p>• Prepare and record journal entries to support accurate month-to-month accounting activity.</p><p>• Maintain general ledger data and assist with preserving the integrity of financial information across accounting records.</p><p>• Communicate with internal and external contacts regarding payment status, account questions, and collection matters.</p><p>• Support routine accounting operations in an on-site setting while meeting established deadlines and quality expectations.</p>
  • 2026-06-15T00:00:00Z
Accountant
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • remote
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 31.35 - 36.3 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an Accountant to support core financial operations for a non-profit organization in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. This Long-term Contract position will play an important role in maintaining accurate records, coordinating recurring payment activity, and helping keep month-end accounting processes on schedule. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, sound reconciliation experience, and the ability to manage both transactional and general ledger responsibilities in a deadline-driven environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Support the monthly close cycle by preparing accounting information, reviewing financial activity, and helping ensure timely completion of period-end tasks.<br>• Reconcile bank accounts on a recurring basis, investigate discrepancies, and resolve outstanding items with accuracy.<br>• Process payments to service providers each month while maintaining complete documentation and alignment with established procedures.<br>• Perform regular reconciliations related to funding sources to confirm balances, activity, and reporting accuracy.<br>• Enter vendor invoices into the accounting system, create new invoice records when needed, and verify coding before processing.<br>• Prepare and post journal entries to maintain accurate general ledger activity and support financial integrity.<br>• Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable tasks to ensure transactions are recorded completely and on time.
  • 2026-06-19T00:00:00Z
Accounting Manager/Supervisor
  • Greensburg, PA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 65000 - 80000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager/Supervisor to oversee core financial operations and help maintain accurate, timely reporting for the organization. This role combines hands-on accounting leadership with cross-functional coordination, supporting daily transactions, close activities, and financial insight for business leaders. The ideal candidate brings strong knowledge of full-cycle accounting, sound judgment, and the ability to work effectively with external service providers.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct daily accounting operations across payables, receivables, payroll, and general ledger processes to ensure accuracy and consistency</p><p>• Oversee journal entry preparation and account reconciliation activities while maintaining the integrity of the general ledger</p><p>• Guide month-end and year-end closing activities, including reviewing financial data and producing complete financial statements</p><p>• Develop reports and interpret financial results to provide leadership with meaningful information for planning and decision-making</p><p>• Collaborate with outside accounting and tax partners to support filings, annual reporting requirements, and periodic financial reviews</p><p>• Manage employee benefit administration by handling enrollments, updates, and employee questions in a timely manner</p><p>• Serve as a liaison with external vendors such as payroll providers and benefits administrators to resolve issues and maintain service continuity</p>
  • 2026-06-19T00:00:00Z
Cost Accounting Manager
  • Canonsburg, PA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 100000 - 130000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for an experienced Cost Accounting Manager to support construction operations in Canonsburg, Pennsylvania. In this role, you will guide project cost reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis to help leadership make informed business decisions. This position requires a strong grasp of construction accounting practices, sound judgment, and the ability to work effectively with both finance and project teams in a deadline-driven environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct project cost tracking across multiple jobs, reviewing budgets, committed spending, forecasts, and actual results to maintain accurate financial visibility.</p><p>• Partner with project leaders and field teams to investigate cost variances, address discrepancies, and improve overall project financial performance.</p><p>• Contribute to monthly close activities by preparing reconciliations, recording journal entries, and making necessary cost corrections for timely reporting.</p><p>• Maintain work-in-progress reporting and evaluate job profitability to support accurate revenue and margin analysis.</p><p>• Prepare recurring forecasts, budget updates, and financial summaries that highlight trends, exposures, and opportunities for management review.</p><p>• Establish and maintain accounting procedures and internal controls related to job costing, project reporting, and financial compliance.</p><p>• Coordinate documentation and reporting needed for audits, tax-related support, and adherence to contractual and regulatory requirements.</p><p>• Provide leadership to job cost and accounting staff through training, day-to-day guidance, and performance support.</p><p>• Work closely with operations, project management, and finance teams to strengthen reporting accuracy and identify process improvements.</p>
  • 2026-05-28T00:00:00Z
Accounting Clerk
  • Warrendale, PA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 25 - 28 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for an Accounting Clerk to support day-to-day accounting operations for an organization in Warrendale, Pennsylvania. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who is comfortable managing both payables and receivables while maintaining accurate financial records and strong customer communication. The role includes billing activities, intercompany accounting support, and account follow-up to help keep transactions organized and timely.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process vendor invoices and support accounts payable activities with accuracy and attention to deadlines.</p><p>• Manage intercompany accounting transactions and maintain clear documentation for internal financial activity.</p><p>• Prepare and issue customer billings for robot parts and verify that charges are recorded correctly.</p><p>• Post cash receipts, monitor incoming payments, and update account records in a timely manner.</p><p>• Follow up on outstanding balances and work directly with customers to resolve payment disputes or account questions.</p><p>• Create and maintain new customer profiles in the accounting system with accurate setup information.</p><p>• Complete remote check deposit tasks using office scanning equipment and ensure deposits are properly recorded.</p><p>• Handle customer prepayments and credit card transactions in accordance with established procedures.</p><p>• Perform data entry and invoice processing tasks to support efficient daily accounting operations.</p>
  • 2026-06-18T00:00:00Z
Accounting Clerk
  • Houston, PA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 20.9 - 24.2 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an Accounting Clerk to support daily financial operations in Pennsylvania. This Long-term Contract opportunity is well suited for someone who is highly organized, comfortable handling routine accounting tasks, and eager to build experience in a detail-focused finance setting. The position will contribute to accurate recordkeeping, responsive communication, and dependable administrative support for the accounting team.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Enter financial and accounting information into internal records with a high level of accuracy and consistency.<br>• Use company accounting applications to assist with day-to-day departmental activities and maintain organized documentation.<br>• Support accounts receivable work by preparing records, tracking outstanding items, and helping with follow-up activities.<br>• Answer incoming calls related to accounting questions and direct or resolve inquiries in a courteous manner.<br>• Assist the accounting team with general clerical duties that help keep daily operations running efficiently.
  • 2026-06-19T00:00:00Z
Accounting Clerk
  • Greensburg, PA
  • onsite
  • Temporary to Hire
  • 23 - 26 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an Accounting Clerk to join a freight organization in Greensburg, Pennsylvania. This fully onsite opportunity is a contract position with the potential to become permanent for someone who enjoys supporting both accounts payable and accounts receivable activities in a fast-paced setting. The ideal candidate will bring solid accounting support experience, strong attention to detail, and the ability to keep financial records accurate, organized, and current.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Review, enter, and assign proper coding to vendor bills and employee reimbursement submissions to ensure accurate payment processing.<br>• Prepare customer billing and send invoices promptly to support timely collections.<br>• Record incoming payments, assemble bank deposits, and complete scheduled check disbursements each week.<br>• Compare vendor statements against internal records, investigate variances, and resolve payment or posting issues.<br>• Track outstanding receivables, examine aging reports, and follow up on past-due balances with professionalism.<br>• Maintain orderly accounting files and preserve supporting documentation for vendors, payments, and billing activity.<br>• Contribute to month-end accounting tasks by assisting with entries and payable-related close activities.<br>• Gather reports and backup materials needed for audits and respond to documentation requests efficiently.<br>• Work closely with vendors, customers, and internal departments to address invoice, billing, and payment questions.
  • 2026-06-19T00:00:00Z