Pittsburgh, PA 15120
$50,000 - $55,000
CFS is partnering with a well-respected organization in the education sector to identify an Accounting Associate for a contract-to-hire opportunity.
This position offers the chance to contribute to the financial operations of a mission-driven institution while gaining valuable experience in a collaborative accounting environment. The organization is known for its welcoming culture, supportive leadership, and commitment to employee development.
Contract-to-hire opportunity with long-term potential
Collaborative, tight-knit team environment
Excellent training and professional development opportunities
Exposure to a variety of accounting and financial functions
Stable organization with a strong reputation in the education industry
Free on-site parking
Schedule: Fully onsite in Pittsburgh, PA, Monday–Friday, 40 hours per week
Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable activities
The Accounting Associate will maintain and reconcile financial records and account balances
Prepare payroll and leave reports as needed
Monitor and maintain AP inboxes, ensuring timely responses and processing
Compile financial summaries and assist with reporting requirements
The Accounting Associate will provide bookkeeping support for complex financial accounts
Monitor budget activity and investigate variances or discrepancies
Analyze financial transactions and verify the accuracy of accounting records
Reconcile account balances and research issues to resolution
Audit account activity and prepare necessary adjustments and corrections
The Accounting Associate will generate financial reports using accounting systems and Excel
Identify and recommend process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy
Assist with special projects and additional accounting duties as assigned
4+ years of general accounting experience
Experience with accounts payable, accounts receivable, reconciliations, and financial reporting
Knowledge of purchase order processes and accounting controls
Associate's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
Experience with ERP systems preferred
Higher education accounting experience is a plus
Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities
Founded by CPA firms in 1994, Creative Financial Staffing has spent over 30 years helping job seekers and employers succeed. In fall 2025, we rebranded as CFS—a name that reflects our full range of expertise while staying true to the trusted company you know.
CFS is the industry’s leading employee-owned staffing firm, connecting top talent in accounting, finance, technology, and human resources. We provide skilled professionals on both a temporary and permanent basis across diverse industries, leveraging our extensive network to match the right people with the right opportunities.
Our dedication to excellence extends to our award-winning culture, recognized repeatedly for growth, recruiting, workplace environment, and employee support. Honors include Forbes’ “America’s Best Recruiting and Temporary Staffing Firms,” Staffing Industry Analysts’ top U.S. staffing rankings, FlexJobs’ Top 100 Companies for Remote and Hybrid Work, Top Workplaces USA, Newsweek’s Best Practices awards, and more.