Staff Accountant

$ 24 - $ 29 / Hour
location_onPittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Accounting & Finance

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Staff Accountant

Location: Pittsburgh, PA
Job Type: Contract‑to‑Hire
Schedule: Monday–Friday | On-Site

Compensation: $24-29/hour


Job Summary

We are seeking a detail‑oriented Staff Accountant to support day‑to‑day accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, and cash applications. This role is ideal for someone with a solid accounting foundation who enjoys hands‑on work and is looking to grow within an organization.


Key Responsibilities

  • Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions

  • Prepare and review billing and invoices, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery

  • Apply customer payments including checks, ACH, and credit cards

  • Perform cash application and research unapplied or misapplied payments

  • Assist with general ledger reconciliations and account analysis

  • Prepare and post basic journal entries

  • Support month‑end close activities

  • Maintain accurate financial records and documentation

  • Collaborate with internal teams to resolve discrepancies and support accounting operations

  • Assist with audits and ad‑hoc accounting projects as needed


Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred

  • 2–7 years of accounting experience, including AR/AP exposure

  • Experience with billing and cash application processes

  • Familiarity with accounting systems or ERPs a plus

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, VLOOKUPS

  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

  • Ability to work independently and meet deadlines


Why This Role

  • Opportunity to gain well‑rounded accounting experience

  • Exposure to multiple areas of the accounting cycle

  • Collaborative team environment with room for growth

  • Competitive compensation based on experience



Pay Details: $24.00 to $29.00 per hour

Search managed by: Molly Moorfoot

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
  • The California Fair Chance Act
  • Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
  • Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
  • San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance


Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.



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