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8 results for Accountant in Scranton, PA

Accountant

Wilkes-Barre, PA
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Temporary / Contract
0 - 0 USD / Yearly
Job SummaryWe are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Accountant to support accurate financial reporting and day-to-day accounting operations. This role will be responsible for general ledger activities, reconciliations, journal entries, and assisting with month-end and year-end close processes. The ideal candidate has a solid understanding of accounting principles and thrives in a collaborative, deadline-driven environment.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts</li><li>Prepare journal entries and support month-end and year-end close</li><li>Assist with financial statements and internal reporting</li><li>Perform bank, credit card, and balance sheet reconciliations</li><li>Support accounts payable and accounts receivable as needed</li><li>Analyze variances and investigate discrepancies</li><li>Assist with audits and provide supporting documentation</li><li>Ensure compliance with accounting policies and internal controls</li><li>Collaborate with internal departments to support financial accuracy</li></ul>
2026-05-28T00:00:00Z

Accountant

Swiftwater, PA
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Temporary / Contract
26.125 - 30.25 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Accountant to support core financial operations for a confidential organization in Pennsylvania. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for an experienced Accountant who can manage day-to-day accounting activities while helping strengthen budgeting, reporting, and process consistency. The role offers the chance to contribute across payables, receivables, reconciliations, and general ledger functions while also guiding staff through sound financial practices. Responsibilities:• Manage daily accounting activities across accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger functions to maintain accurate financial records.• Prepare and post journal entries, reconcile bank accounts, and review supporting documentation to ensure the integrity of financial data.• Develop and support budgeting efforts by gathering financial inputs, analyzing trends, and helping leadership make informed decisions.• Serve as a key owner of accounting processes by identifying inefficiencies, improving workflows, and promoting consistent procedures.• Provide training and practical guidance to staff on accounting practices, documentation standards, and financial controls.• Use advanced Excel capabilities to analyze data, prepare reports, and streamline recurring accounting tasks.• Assist with assessment-related or evaluative accounting activities as needed to support hiring or operational review processes.• Contribute expertise with systems such as NorthStar when applicable, including supporting related accounting responsibilities during business operations.
2026-05-29T00:00:00Z

Accountant

Northampton, PA
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Temporary / Contract
0 - 0 USD / Yearly
We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Accountant to support accurate financial reporting and day-to-day accounting operations. This role will be responsible for general ledger activities, reconciliations, journal entries, and assisting with month-end and year-end close processes. The ideal candidate has a solid understanding of accounting principles and thrives in a collaborative, deadline-driven environment.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts</li><li>Prepare journal entries and support month-end and year-end close</li><li>Assist with financial statements and internal reporting</li><li>Perform bank, credit card, and balance sheet reconciliations</li><li>Support accounts payable and accounts receivable as needed</li><li>Analyze variances and investigate discrepancies</li><li>Assist with audits and provide supporting documentation</li><li>Ensure compliance with accounting policies and internal controls</li><li>Collaborate with internal departments to support financial accuracy</li></ul>
2026-05-28T00:00:00Z

Accounting clerk

Northampton, PA
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Temporary / Contract
0 - 0 USD / Yearly
We are seeking a detail-oriented Accounting Clerk to support daily accounting operations and maintain accurate financial records. This role assists with accounts payable and receivable, data entry, reconciliations, and general administrative support within the accounting department.Responsibilities<ul><li>Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable processing</li><li>Enter invoices, payments, and journal entries into the accounting system</li><li>Perform account reconciliations and resolve discrepancies</li><li>Maintain organized and accurate financial records and documentation</li><li>Support month-end and year-end close processes</li><li>Assist with preparing reports and schedules for management</li><li>Respond to internal and external accounting-related inquiries</li><li>Provide general administrative support to the accounting team</li></ul>
2026-05-28T00:00:00Z

Corporate Tax Accountant

Stockertown, PA
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Temporary / Contract
0 - 0 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Tax Accountant to join a global manufacturing organization in Stockertown, Pennsylvania on a Long-term Contract basis. This position supports both U.S. and international tax activities, partnering with tax leadership and cross-functional teams to help maintain compliance, strengthen reporting accuracy, and improve tax-related processes. The role is well suited for someone who can balance hands-on preparation work with analytical review, technical research, and coordination across multiple business areas. Responsibilities:• Prepare and review federal and state corporate income tax filings, ensuring submissions are accurate, complete, and delivered on schedule.• Support the preparation of income tax provisions and related financial reporting items, including account reconciliations, book-to-tax adjustments, and disclosure support.• Research tax law, regulatory updates, and accounting guidance to assess business impact and communicate practical recommendations to internal stakeholders.• Analyze complex tax issues such as entity structuring, transaction-related matters, effective tax rate considerations, and other domestic or international planning topics.• Draft technical documentation, summaries, and presentations that clearly explain findings, conclusions, and recommended tax positions.• Coordinate tax calendars, compliance deadlines, and departmental priorities while helping improve internal procedures and workflow efficiency.• Partner with global affiliates and internal business teams to provide oversight on international tax matters and maintain consistent communication across the tax function.• Assist with audits, notices, and other tax controversy matters, while also supporting special projects such as acquisitions, newly formed entities, and nonroutine tax filings.
2026-05-29T00:00:00Z

Senior Accountant - Family Office

Wilkes-Barre, PA
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Permanent / Full Time
80000 - 120000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced audit and accounting specialist to join our team in Pennsylvania. This position plays a key role in reviewing financial and operational practices, strengthening internal controls, and helping the organization manage risk across the business. The ideal candidate brings a strong foundation in audit methodology, compliance oversight, and process improvement, along with the ability to communicate findings clearly and work collaboratively with leadership on corrective actions. Responsibilities: • Lead reviews of financial records, operating procedures, compliance activities, and control environments to identify issues and improvement opportunities. • Design audit plans, testing approaches, and supporting procedures based on risk exposure and engagement objectives. • Assess the effectiveness of internal controls and recommend practical enhancements to improve accuracy, accountability, and operational reliability. • Present audit results to management through clear reports and discussions that outline observations, root causes, and recommended actions. • Partner with business leaders to track remediation efforts and confirm that agreed-upon corrective measures are completed effectively. • Contribute to enterprise risk assessment activities by identifying emerging concerns and helping prioritize audit focus areas. • Support fraud prevention and asset protection efforts by helping establish safeguards and participating in investigations when concerns arise. • Review accounting documentation and workflow processes to verify compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies. • Help refine audit practices and provide guidance to staff on internal control expectations, documentation standards, and audit-related procedures.
2026-05-08T00:00:00Z

Senior Accounting Consultant

Hazleton, PA
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Permanent / Full Time
32 - 39 USD / Hourly
Are you feeling stuck in your current job and looking for an opportunity to rapidly grow and expand your skillset? Robert Half is looking for experienced Sr. Accountant candidates based out of or around Hazleton, PA to assist with a Sr. Accountant project at one of our clients. This project is part of our Full-Time Engagement Professionals group, a unique opportunity within the accounting field that seeks to hire candidates with an accounting background as permanent Robert Half employees. Those employees are then placed out on longer term and mission critical projects with our clients, with pay in between assignments to provide the stability that isn't typically present in project and consulting based environments. It's a great way to explore new industries, learn new technologies, and add to a resume, all while retaining the continuity and stability of permanent employment.
2026-05-28T00:00:00Z

Accounts Receivable Clerk

Wilkes-Barre, PA
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Temporary / Contract
0 - 0 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an Accounts Receivable Clerk to support daily billing and payment activities for a busy team in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who is comfortable working in a detail-focused environment and can manage a high volume of financial data with accuracy. The role offers the opportunity to contribute immediately while learning internal workflows through cross-training and close collaboration with accounting leadership. Responsibilities: • Enter customer invoices accurately into QuickBooks Desktop and maintain organized receivables records • Apply incoming payments to the correct accounts and verify that transactions are posted properly • Perform commercial collections follow-up by contacting customers regarding outstanding balances and payment status • Support billing operations by reviewing invoice details, correcting discrepancies, and ensuring timely processing • Maintain manual and duplicate data entry tasks required between current accounting tools and QuickBooks • Assist with cash application activities and reconcile payments against open invoices • Work closely with the Controller and accounting team to support day-to-day accounts receivable functions • Participate in cross-training to build knowledge of internal procedures and provide broader team support
2026-05-29T00:00:00Z