Accountant

POSITION TITLE: Accountant

DEPARTMENT/DIVISION/SECTION: Controller’s Office/Accounting Division

REPORTS TO: Manager of Accounting

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance. Education must include a minimum of 12 credit hours in accounting with one to two years’ work experience in accounting.

POSITION SUMMARY: The Accounting Division prepares audited financial statements and other financial reports to control and account for funds and to analyze and project financial data. Once in-office training has been completed, this position will have a hybrid/remote work environment with two to three days in the office per week.

DUTIES:

• Prepare interim and annual balance sheets and income statements in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles.
• Prepare adjusting entries to correct or close accounts maintained.
• Establish and maintain relationships with appropriate fiscal staff of county departments and assist them with accounting/finance matters as needed.
• Understand the goals and objectives of assigned tasks and inform Manager of progress or problems.
• Keep abreast of new accounting standards and county developments which affect the financials.
• Special research projects, as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITY:

• Work independently.
• Be detail-oriented and organized.
• Maintain regular attendance and punctuality.
• Cultivate inclusive and respectful working relationships.
• Respond to changing priorities and accomplish a multitude of tasks in a timely fashion without close supervision.
• Recognize problems, identify alternative solutions, and make appropriate recommendations.
• Effectively communicate policies, procedures, and other information relevant to the position both verbally and in writing.
• Knowledge of basic accounting principles is required.
• Maintain regular attendance and punctuality.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word is required.
• Experience linking data between Excel files and familiarity with Excel formulas, in particular the “SumIf”, “SumProduct”, and “VLookup” formulas is desired.
• Use of Microsoft Access and Publisher is a plus.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Manager of Accounting.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

None.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This is a full-time position performed in a typical office environment. This position allows for a hybrid work schedule wherein employees may split their time between in-person days and remote days. Any remote work schedules are subject to approval to management.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Extensive use of computer and telephone. Sitting, standing, able to lift 30 lbs

CERTIFICATES / LICENSES

Drivers License is required; C.P.A. license a plus

SALARY

$45,000 - $55,000 commensurate with experience

APPLICATION

To apply, please send a resume and cover letter by email to Haley Gregg at Haley.greggalleghenycounty.us.

The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee, and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $45,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Pittsburgh, PA 15219