Staff Accountant

Staff Accountant
📍 Canonsburg, PA 15317 | Fully Onsite
💲 $65,000–$75,000
🕗 Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Are you an accounting professional who can step in, take ownership, and keep things moving? Our client is seeking a Staff Accountant to join their team due to a sudden staffing vacancy. This role requires someone who can work independently, support month-end processes, and serve as a dependable partner to leadership during a transitional period.

Key Responsibilities of the Staff Accountant

• Support month-end close activities, including compiling, reviewing, and validating financial data

• The Staff Accountant will perform credit card and account reconciliations, ensuring accuracy and proper documentation

• Assist with payroll review and PTO tracking, partnering closely with HR

• Support accounts payable and timekeeping processes using Excel

• Coordinate with department leaders to collect, validate, and approve weekly timesheets

• The Staff Accountant will serve as a point of contact for approvals, issue resolution, and cross-functional collaboration

• The Staff Accountant will provide continuity, process discipline, and hands-on accounting support during a staffing transition

Tools & Systems

• Quick Books Desktop & Online

• Microsoft Excel

What We’re Looking For in a Staff Accountant

• Prior experience in a Staff Accountant or similar accounting role

• Strong understanding of month-end close, reconciliations, payroll support, and AP

• Highly detail-oriented with the ability to work independently and prioritize effectively

• Strong communication skills and comfort partnering with leadership and cross-functional teams

• Reliable, accountable, and able to step in quickly with minimal ramp-up