We are looking for an Accountant to join a finance team in Lancaster, Pennsylvania in a contract-to-permanent capacity. This position supports core accounting operations while contributing to reporting, budgeting, and broader financial planning efforts. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical judgment, a hands-on approach to day-to-day accounting, and an interest in using technology, including AI, to strengthen finance processes and decision-making.

Responsibilities:

• Support recurring accounting activities across daily operations and month-end close to help maintain accurate and timely financial records.
• Prepare components of monthly and year-end financial reports, ensuring data is organized, complete, and aligned with reporting requirements.
• Collaborate with the Controller and department leadership to advance financial priorities and execute strategic initiatives.
• Contribute to the annual budgeting process by compiling information, analyzing figures, and assisting with budget preparation.
• Oversee grant-related financial tracking and create required reports and billing documentation for funding sources and business partners.
• Participate in annual audit preparation and coordinate supporting schedules, reconciliations, and requested documentation.
• Reconcile account balances and review transactions to ensure proper classification within the general ledger.
• Process and support key accounting functions such as journal entries, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and bank reconciliations.
• Identify opportunities to improve workflow efficiency through critical thinking, process refinement, and the practical use of AI tools.
• Perform additional accounting and finance-related duties as needed to support the department.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or at least 5 years of relevant accounting experience.
• Working knowledge of general accounting principles and experience maintaining accurate financial records.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including the ability to analyze data and support financial reporting.
• Experience with core accounting activities such as general ledger maintenance, journal entries, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and reconciliations.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and support monthly, annual, and audit-related deliverables.
• Familiarity with grant accounting, financial reporting, or fund tracking is a plus.
• Experience applying AI tools within accounting or finance environments is preferred.
• Prior experience with accounting software or ERP systems is preferred.

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