Staff Accountant

Overview

Duties:

• Receives and deposits monies on a daily/monthly basis.
• Performs monthly bank reconciliation of bank accounts; performs weekly/monthly check runs (refunds, restitution, and master account checks).
• Aids in the development and implementation of updates in accounting procedures.
• Maintains internal controls for quality assurance.
• Affords assistance to auditors by providing needed data and responding to inquiries.
• Compiles data for vouchers to be prepared for reimbursements from the General Fund.
• Prepares reports of collections for deposits to the General Fund.
• Performs other related duties as requested or required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Bookkeeping/accounting procedures.
• General office equipment.
• Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Word.
• Accounting software package (journal entries, bank reconciliations, check preparation and printing, closing entries, appropriate adjusting journal entries, etc.).
• Maintain accurate and concise accounting records.
• Communicate professionally, both orally and in writing, with co-workers, supervisors, and the public.
• Work independently under general supervision.
• Utilize critical thinking skills.
• Lift and move up to 20 lbs.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• One (1) year of office experience which includes bookkeeping experience and/or using accounting software and applying math and fiscal skills.
• An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered.

Residency

Allegheny County within 1 year.

Veterans' Preference

Will be awarded to eligible candidates.

Equal Opportunity Employer

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER - M/F/V/D