Accounting Specialist

📍 Pittsburgh, PA 15218
💲 $45,000–$55,000 | Full-Time

We’re seeking a hardworking, detail-oriented Accounting Specialist to join a small, steadily growing non-profit organization. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a close-knit team, wants hands-on exposure to a variety of accounting functions, and likes knowing their work directly supports an organization that is active in the local community.

• Small, established non-profit organization that has experienced steady growth

• Very involved in the local community through the services they provide and events they host

• Close-knit accounting team with a collaborative and supportive environment

• Opportunity to work closely with upper management and gain visibility across the organization

• Mission-driven organization where your work directly contributes to the financial health of the organization and the community it serves

• Great opportunity for an accounting professional looking to grow their skills in a hands-on environment

• Manage the full Accounts Payable cycle, including processing payments by check and ACH and reconciling receipts

• Review, code, and enter invoices into the accounting system, ensuring proper approvals and accurate vendor files

• The Accounting Specialist will process and reconcile corporate credit card transactions and monitor vendor statements for discrepancies

• Record daily deposits and incoming payments, reconcile bank accounts, and assist with month-end and year-end close activities

• The Accounting Specialist will track grants and donations while ensuring compliance with fund usage guidelines

• Prepare schedules, documentation, and reports for audits and support internal and external review processes

• Identify opportunities to improve processes and workflows within the accounting department

• Assist with ad-hoc financial projects and support the broader finance team as needed

• Accounting degree and relevant accounting experience

• Quick Books Desktop experience is a plus; training is available

• Hardworking, detail-oriented, highly organized, and collaborative

• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines

• Knowledge of general ledger processes, reconciliations, and basic accounts receivable/payable procedures

• Exposure to grant tracking or non-profit accounting is a plus

• Support the financial operations of a growing, mission-driven non-profit

• Gain hands-on experience across AP, AR, reconciliations, grants, and audit preparation

• Work closely with upper management and a supportive accounting team

• Join a close-knit organization where you can make a meaningful impact

• Opportunity to continue developing your accounting skills as the organization grows