Staff Accountant

Robert Half • Reading, PA • 1d ago

Description We are looking for a diligent and detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our team in Reading, Pennsylvania. This position focuses on managing accounts payable and payroll functions within a nonprofit higher education setting, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and institutional policies. The role requires exceptional organizational skills, confidentiality, and a thorough understanding of financial systems to contribute to accurate financial operations and reporting.

Responsibilities:

Oversee the complete accounts payable process, including invoice entry, purchase order matching, approval workflows, and vendor payments.

Reconcile vendor statements, maintain accurate vendor records, and ensure compliance with tax documentation requirements such as W-9 and 1099 forms.

Address and resolve invoice discrepancies effectively while communicating proactively with vendors and internal teams.

Process biweekly payroll with precision, ensuring adherence to federal, state, and institutional regulations.

Collaborate with HR to manage employee data, salary adjustments, benefit deductions, and tax compliance.

Conduct reconciliations for payroll-related general ledger accounts, prepare journal entries, and assist with quarterly tax filings.

Support audit processes by providing documentation and participating in internal control evaluations.

Perform account reconciliations for key balance sheet accounts, including cash, payroll liabilities, and accounts payable clearing.

Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency in accounts payable, payroll, and general accounting workflows.

Contribute to budgeting, forecasting, and compliance with donor and regulatory guidelines for grants and restricted funds. Requirements

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

-Experience in accounts payable and payroll processing

Proficiency in accounting and payroll systems such as Sage, Banner, Paychex, or Workday.

Strong understanding of accounting principles and payroll regulations.

Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel for creating reconciliations and financial reports.

Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities with a focus on accuracy and efficiency.

Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality and maintain high data integrity.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a commitment to providing exceptional customer service.

Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.

All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

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