Accountant - Entry Level

We are looking for an entry-level Accountant to support daily financial operations for a team based in Pennsylvania. This contract opportunity with potential for a permanent role is ideal for someone who wants to build hands-on experience across core accounting functions while contributing to accurate and timely financial records. The role will focus on payment processing, payroll support, reconciliations, and maintaining organized accounting documentation in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:
• Process vendor invoices, verify supporting details, and assist with timely payment of approved obligations.
• Support payroll activities by reviewing time and pay information for accuracy and helping ensure employees are paid on schedule.
• Prepare and post routine accounting entries to maintain complete and accurate financial records.
• Reconcile bank activity and investigate discrepancies to keep accounts balanced and up to date.
• Assist with accounts receivable tasks, including tracking incoming payments and helping resolve payment variances.
• Perform account reconciliations and maintain supporting schedules for key balance sheet and expense accounts.
• Organize financial documents and accounting records to support audits, reporting, and internal review needs.

Qualifications:

• Experience or training in accounts payable, payroll support, or general accounting operations.
• Familiarity with bank reconciliations and account reconciliation processes.
• Working knowledge of accounts receivable activities and routine accounting entries.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to handle numerical data accurately.
• Basic proficiency with accounting software and spreadsheet tools such as Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and maintain confidentiality with financial information.

Compensation

$23.00-$25.00 Hourly

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