Description

Greater Pittsburgh Area | Manufacturing Industry

Promotional opportunity for a Staff or Intermediate Accountant ready for the next step

Our manufacturing client in the greater Pittsburgh area is seeking a Senior Accountant to join its growing finance team. This is an excellent career advancement opportunity for a motivated Staff Accountant or Intermediate Accountant looking to step into a broader role with increased ownership and visibility.

The Senior Accountant will play a key role in supporting day-to-day accounting operations, including payroll processing, account reconciliations, month-end close, prepaid expenses, and fixed assets. This position is ideal for an accounting professional who brings strong technical skills, a high level of accuracy, and the ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment.

Key Responsibilities

+ Process bi-weekly and semi-monthly payroll, ensuring accuracy of hours, deductions, tax withholdings, and compliance with federal, state, and local regulations

+ Reconcile payroll-related general ledger accounts and research and resolve discrepancies

+ Prepare and post month-end journal entries, including accruals, adjustments, and reclassifications

+ Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations and bank reconciliations, identifying and resolving variances in a timely manner

+ Maintain the prepaid expense schedule, ensuring accurate amortization and monthly expense recognition

+ Manage the fixed asset ledger, including additions, disposals, depreciation, and periodic physical asset verification

+ Assist with month-end and year-end close to support reporting deadlines

+ Support internal and external audit requests by preparing schedules and documentation

+ Identify opportunities to enhance accounting processes, reporting, and internal controls

+ Participate in special projects and other accounting-related duties as needed

Requirements

Qualifications

+ Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field

+ 2-4+ years of progressive accounting experience

+ Payroll processing experience required

+ Strong understanding of GAAP and general ledger accounting

+ Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills

+ Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines

+ Ability to work independently while partnering effectively with the broader finance team

Why This Role?

+ Clear promotional step for an accountant ready to grow into a senior-level position

+ Opportunity to gain exposure to core accounting functions in a stable manufacturing environment

+ Broad responsibility across payroll, close, reconciliations, prepaid expenses, and fixed assets

+ Chance to make an impact by improving processes and supporting a high-performing finance team

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