Staff Accountant

Staff Accountant

Pittsburgh, PA 15201
$52,000–$60,000

Our client, a mission-driven nonprofit organization supporting human services and retail programs, is seeking a Staff Accountant to join their growing finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional who enjoys a collaborative environment, meaningful work, and a mix of accounting, grant billing, and operational support responsibilities.

About the Organization

• Mission-driven nonprofit supporting human services and retail programs

• Supportive, family-oriented culture with a laid-back but deadline-driven environment

• Modern, open office facility with a mix of private offices and cubicles

• Team-oriented accounting department with strong collaboration across programs

• Stable and growing organization with long-term career potential

• Free on-site parking and flexible scheduling opportunities

Responsibilities of the Staff Accountant

• Prepare and post general ledger entries and support month-end close activities

• The Staff Accountant will perform account reconciliations and analyze financial data for accuracy and completeness

• Run and analyze general ledger reports and financial activity

• Prepare grant and contract billing, including cost reimbursement invoicing

• Assemble payroll and expense detail for monthly invoices submitted to funding sources

• The Staff Accountant will review financial information with Program Directors prior to invoice submission

• Support quarterly spend-down reviews and grant compliance tracking

• Partner with Program Managers regarding budgeting projections, spending activity, compliance matters, and audit support

• Assist with audit preparation and supporting documentation

• The Staff Accountant will provide support to the accounting team and assist with AP oversight as needed

Qualifications of the Staff Accountant Role

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred

• 3+ years of accounting experience, preferably in nonprofit or grant-funded environments

• Experience with month-end close, reconciliations, and financial reporting

• Grant billing or contract invoicing experience strongly preferred

• Strong understanding of general ledger activity and account analysis

• Intermediate Excel skills required, including IF formulas, XLOOKUPs, and pivot tables

Ideal Candidate

• Respectful, personable, and dependable

• Thrives during busy close periods while remaining team-oriented

• Comfortable collaborating with both finance staff and program leadership

• Enjoys working in a supportive and mission-focused environment
  
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