ACCOUNTING SPECIALIST
📍 Pittsburgh, PA 15218
💲 $45,000–$55,000 | Full-Time
ABOUT THE COMPANY
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Growing nonprofit organization with a strong commitment to serving the community
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Smaller, close-knit accounting team with a collaborative and supportive environment
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Work directly with the Accounting Manager and gain hands-on exposure to a variety of accounting functions
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Opportunity to take on additional responsibilities and grow professionally as the organization continues to expand
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Team-oriented culture that values accuracy, accountability, and continuous improvement
WHAT YOU’LL DO AS THE ACCOUNTING SPECIALIST
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Manage the full Accounts Payable cycle, including processing payments by check and ACH and reconciling receipts.
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The Accounting Specialist will review, code, and enter invoices into the accounting system, ensuring approvals are obtained and vendor files are accurate.
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Process and reconcile corporate credit card transactions and monitor vendor statements for discrepancies.
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Record daily deposits and incoming payments, reconcile bank accounts, and assist with month-end and year-end close activities.
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The Accounting Specialist will track grants and donations while ensuring compliance with fund usage guidelines.
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Prepare schedules, documentation, and reports for internal and external audits.
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Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and workflows.
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The Accounting Specialist will assist with ad-hoc financial projects and support the broader finance team as needed.
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR IN AN ACCOUNTING SPECIALIST
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Accounting degree and relevant experience; QuickBooks Desktop experience is a plus, but training is available.
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Hardworking, detail-oriented, highly organized, and collaborative.
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Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
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Knowledge of general ledger processes, reconciliations, and basic accounts payable/receivable procedures.
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Exposure to grant tracking or nonprofit accounting is a plus.
