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Accounting Specialist I

Pennhills Resources

State College, PAFull-timeNo compensation foundPosted 3mo agoSeen in employer's feed 3 days ago
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At a glance

Compensation
No compensation found
Location
State College, PA
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Bachelor's degree

Job overview

Pennhills Resources is hiring an Accounting Specialist I. The Accounting Specialist I supports the Accounting Department by handling day-to-day accounts payable and receivable tasks to ensure accurate financial reporting. This role requires a proactive, detail-oriented individual who can prioritize multiple tasks while maintaining accuracy and collaborating effectively with colleagues.

Key focus areas include Enter invoices into accounting software for posting to general ledger, Review and maintain accounting email for new invoices and vendor correspondence, and Track and distribute invoices to staff for coding and approval.

Successful candidates bring Strong Experience And Knowledge Of Accounting Principles, Bachelor's Degree In Accounting, Finance, Or Related Discipline, and 2-5 Years Of Experience In Accounting Or Closely Related Field. Important skills include Excel, Intermediate Excel Skills, Beginner Microsoft Applications Skills, PC Operations, Good Communication Skills, and Excellent Interpersonal Skills. Preferred (not required): Ownership, Proactive, Detail-Oriented, and Big Picture Thinking.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

ExcelIntermediate Excel SkillsBeginner Microsoft Applications SkillsPC OperationsGood Communication SkillsExcellent Interpersonal SkillsProblem-SolvingDecision-MakingOwnershipProactiveDetail-OrientedBig Picture ThinkingBasic Accounting PrinciplesReport AnalysisReport CreationPrioritize Multiple TasksAccuracyCollaborativeService-OrientedIntegrityEfficiencyGood Working Relationship With CoworkersWorking With the Public

Qualifications

Strong Experience and Knowledge of Accounting PrinciplesBachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Related Discipline2-5 Years of Experience in Accounting or Closely Related FieldAbility to Sit, Stand, Walk, Squat IntermittentlyAbility to Lift 20 PoundsFine Manipulation Skills to Operate a PC

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off

Full job description

Pennh ills Resources has an opening for an Accounting Specialist I in our State College office to support our Accounting Department. The right candidate takes ownership, is proactive and detail-oriented without losing the big picture. If you are ready to join a fast-paced environment and familiar with the application of basic accounting principles and concepts, have prior experience in report analysis and creation, have the ability to prioritize multiple tasks while maintaining accuracy, while remaining collaborative and service-oriented, we would like to hear from you.

This is a full time, in office position requiring strong experience and knowledge of accounting principles. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel is required.

SUMMARY: Working closely with the Controller, the Accounting Specialist I supports the accounting team by supporting day-to-day accounts payable and receivable tasks to support accurate financial reporting. Success in this role includes commitment to accuracy, integrity and efficiency across all financial activities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:

  1. Enters invoices into accounting software for posting to general ledger in a timely manner to meet monthly close goals.

  • Reviews/maintains accounting email for new invoices to process for payment and vendor correspondence. Tracks and distributes invoices to staff for coding/approval.

  • Controls expenses by receiving, processing, verifying, and reconciling invoices.

  • Charges expenses to accounts and cost centers by analyzing invoice/expense reports.

  • Receives and verifies expense reports.

  • Reviews credit card spending for collection of receipts and performs monthly reconciliation.

  • Prepares accounts payable aging, invoice or payment discrepancies and documentation.

  • Assists in annual 1099 preparation.

  • Assists with preparing routine journal entries for the general ledger.

  • Prepares weekly and monthly operational budget reports for operations and management.

  • Maintains vendor listing and correspondence, including certificate of insurance listing.

  • Assists with weekly A/P check run and distribution.

  • Other accounting-related duties as assigned.

This position requires the ability to maintain a good working relationship with coworkers and an aptitude for working with the public.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

Education: Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related discipline and a minimum of 2-5 years of experience in accounting or a closely related field.

Qualification Requirements: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Intermediate skills in Excel and beginner skills in other Microsoft applications.

  • Complete familiarity/use of PC operations.

  • Good communication skills.

  • Excellent interpersonal, problem-solving and decision-making skills.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Ability to sit, stand, walk, squat intermittently.

  • Must be able to lift 20 pounds.

  • Fine manipulation skills as necessary to operate a PC

Our benefits package includes:

  • Health Insurance for you and your family,

  • Dental Insurance for you and your family

  • Vision Insurance for you and your family

  • Flexible Spending Account

  • Life Insurance

  • Short-Term Disability

  • 401K

  • Paid Time Off

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