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Staff Accountant
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What they do
An Accountant organizes and maintains financial records and prepares financial statements for companies and organizations. Works as a public accountant (prepares financial documents where public disclosure is required by law, such as business balance sheets and tax returns), management accountant (prepares financial information for internal use by a company) or government accountant (maintains records for government agencies).
$77,603 / year median in Pennsylvania
-11% projected decline
Job Description
Responsibilities:
- Prepare and record journal entries to ensure financial activity is captured accurately and in accordance with established accounting standards.
- Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts, researching discrepancies and resolving issues in a timely manner.
- Perform bank reconciliations and review supporting documentation to confirm the completeness and accuracy of cash activity.
- Assist with month-end and year-end close processes by organizing schedules, validating balances, and meeting reporting deadlines.
- Support real estate and property-related accounting functions, including tracking transactions and maintaining appropriate financial records.
- Contribute to the preparation of corporate tax return support by compiling financial data and assisting with required documentation.
- Review accounting records for compliance with US GAAP and help uphold internal accuracy across reporting activities.