Staff Accountant Philadelphia, PA

Staff Accountant

We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support accounting operations for a Higher Education organization in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. This Long-term Contract position offers the opportunity to contribute to core financial processes, maintain accurate records, and support timely reporting in a collaborative environment. The ideal candidate will bring strong accounting knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to manage multiple priorities with accuracy and professionalism.

Responsibilities:

• Manage a large volume of accounts payable activity, ensuring invoices, vendor disbursements, and employee expense submissions are reviewed and processed accurately within established deadlines.
• Compare vendor account statements against internal records, research variances, and coordinate with appropriate parties to resolve billing or payment concerns.
• Support month-end accounting tasks by preparing reconciliations, assisting with closing entries, and organizing documentation needed for financial reporting.
• Record and review journal entries to maintain the accuracy of the general ledger and uphold accounting integrity across transactions.
• Partner with departments across the organization as well as external vendors to promote adherence to financial policies, documentation standards, and approval procedures.
• Assist with tax-related accounting activities, including support for corporate tax matters, sales tax tracking, and preparation inputs for required filings.
• Monitor account activity for inconsistencies, identify issues that may affect reporting accuracy, and recommend timely corrective action when needed.