Staff Accountant I Position Available In Bradford, Pennsylvania

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• JOB SUMMARY

• Responsible for basic governmental accounting duties and problem-solving skills.

• DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS

• Knowledge of fund accounting, general ledger, A/R, A/P and general accounting principles. Payroll experience preferred. A working knowledge of Microsoft programs and computer proficiency. Detail orientated, accurate and works well in a team environment.

• JOB FUNCTIONS

• Prepare weekly accounts payable payments and reconciliations
• Prepare bi-weekly payroll and maintenance
• Prepare and input journal entries
• Prepare Microsoft Excel spreadsheets
• Prepare General Ledger account reconciliations
• Assist in quarterly report preparation
• Input General Ledger maintenance
• Adhoc reports as needed
• Input fixed asset maintenance and reporting
• Perform other duties as assigned

• PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must have the ability to record, convey, and present information, explain procedures, and follow instructions
• Must be able to sit for long periods of time with frequent periods of standing, walking, and occasional twisting, reaching, pulling, and pushing required for obtaining files, doing inspections or other job duties
• Sedentary work with occasional lifting, 15-20 pounds
• Must be able to pay close attention to detail and concentrate on work 

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REQUIRED

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and

ABILITIES

• Understanding of accounting principles (government accounting preferred)
• Familiar with automated accounting systems
• Knowledge in Microsoft excel spreadsheets 
• MINIMUM EXPERIENCE and

TRAINING

• Associate’s degree in accounting required
• 2-4 years of experience in accounting preferred