ACCOUNTING SPECIALIST

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

Growing nonprofit organization with a strong commitment to serving the community
Smaller, close-knit accounting team with a collaborative and supportive environment
Work directly with the Accounting Manager and gain hands-on exposure to a variety of accounting functions
Opportunity to take on additional responsibilities and grow professionally as the organization continues to expand
Team-oriented culture that values accuracy, accountability, and continuous improvement

Manage the full Accounts Payable cycle, including processing payments by check and ACH and reconciling receipts.
The Accounting Specialist will review, code, and enter invoices into the accounting system, ensuring approvals are obtained and vendor files are accurate.
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 internal and external audits.
Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and workflows.
The Accounting Specialist will assist with ad-hoc financial projects and support the broader finance team as needed.

Accounting degree and relevant experience; QuickBooks Desktop experience is a plus, but training is available.
Hardworking, detail-oriented, highly organized, and collaborative.
Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
Knowledge of general ledger processes, reconciliations, and basic accounts payable/receivable procedures.
Exposure to grant tracking or nonprofit accounting is a plus.

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Accounting Specialist