Staff Accountant in Lancaster, Pennsylvania

Staff Accountant

We are seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support daily accounting operations and help ensure accurate, timely financial reporting. This role is responsible for general ledger maintenance, reconciliations, accounts payable and receivable, journal entries, month-end close activities, and financial recordkeeping.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate financial records and general ledger accounts.
• Prepare journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations.
• Process accounts payable, vendor payments, and employee reimbursements.
• Monitor accounts receivable and assist with collections.
• Support month-end and year-end close processes.
• Maintain fixed asset and prepaid expense schedules.
• Assist with payroll accounting and related reconciliations.
• Prepare documentation for audits, tax preparation, and reporting.
• Support project accounting, billing, and expense management.
• Identify and implement process improvements and workflow efficiencies.
• Maintain accounting procedures and internal controls.
• Support accounting systems and financial software administration.

Required Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Accounting or related field.
• 7+ years of accounting experience.
• 3+ years of Quick Books Desktop experience.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and accounting principles.
• Experience with month-end close, reconciliations, and financial reporting.
• Strong Excel skills.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with project accounting, job costing, or government contracting.
• Experience in DCAA-compliant environments.
• Experience with Quick Books Online and other financial systems

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.