Accountant
GTT
Philadelphia, PA
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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Accounting, Accounting Close, Accounting Policies, Accounting Software, Accounting Standards and Regulations, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Banking Services, Biology, Biotech and Pharmaceutical, Budget Management, Budgeting, Cross-Functional, Detail Oriented, Expense Tracking, Federal Laws and Regulations, Finance, Financial Accounting, Financial Audit, Financial Operations, Financial Planning, Financial Reporting, Financial Services, Financial Statements, Forecasting, Fortune 500 Customers, General Ledger Accounting, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Grant Writing, Internal Audit, Intuit Quickbooks, Journal Entries, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Manual Dexterity, Multitasking, Non-Profit Funding, Nonprofit, Operational Support, Organizational Skills, Policy Development, Procedure Development, Process Improvement, Reconciliation, Restricted Funds, Retail, State Laws and Regulations, Support Documentation, Time Management, Unrestricted Funds, Variance Analysis
LOCATION
Philadelphia, PA
POSTED
30+ days ago
Primary Job Title:
Accountant
Accountant
Alternate/Related Job Titles:
Staff Accountant
Senior Accountant
General Ledger Accountant
Nonprofit Accountant
Financial Accountant
Staff Accountant
Senior Accountant
General Ledger Accountant
Nonprofit Accountant
Financial Accountant
Location:
Philadelphia, PA
Philadelphia, PA
Onsite Flexibility:
Onsite
Onsite
Job Details (Direct Hire only):
- Position Type: Direct Hire
- Start: As Soon As Possible
- Pay / Salary: $70000- 80000/Year
Job Summary:
The Accountant is responsible for supporting the financial operations of the organization through accurate accounting, reporting, compliance, and internal controls. This role plays a critical part in maintaining the financial integrity of the organization and ensuring compliance with nonprofit accounting standards, grant requirements, and applicable federal, state, and local regulations. The Accountant works closely with the Director of Finance to support budgeting, audits, financial reporting, and day-to-day accounting operations.
The Accountant is responsible for supporting the financial operations of the organization through accurate accounting, reporting, compliance, and internal controls. This role plays a critical part in maintaining the financial integrity of the organization and ensuring compliance with nonprofit accounting standards, grant requirements, and applicable federal, state, and local regulations. The Accountant works closely with the Director of Finance to support budgeting, audits, financial reporting, and day-to-day accounting operations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Maintain the general ledger, prepare routine and adjusting journal entries
- Perform monthly, quarterly, and annual account reconciliations
- Assist with month-end and year-end close processes
- Ensure timely and accurate processing of accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll entries
- Review transactions for accuracy, proper coding, and compliance with internal controls
- Prepare standard financial reports, schedules, and variance analyses
- Support preparation of internal management reports for leadership and the Board
- Assist in preparing financial statements in accordance with GAAP and nonprofit standards
- Track restricted and unrestricted funds, ensuring proper classification and reporting
- Support grant accounting, including tracking expenditures and preparing grant-related reports
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, including nonprofit and funding requirements
- Assist with annual audits, reviews, and external examinations
- Maintain organized documentation to support audits and internal reviews
- Assist the Director of Finance with annual budgeting and forecasting activities
- Monitor budget-to-actual performance and flag variances
- Support financial planning initiatives as assigned
- Follow established accounting policies and procedures
- Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and efficiency
- Support internal controls and segregation of duties
- Assist with special projects and cross-functional initiatives as needed
Required Experience:
- Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance, required.
- Minimum of 2–5 years of accounting experience, required.
Nice-to-Have Experience:
- Nonprofit accounting experience preferred.
Required Skills:
- GAAP knowledge
- General ledger and account reconciliation
- Accounting software proficiency (QuickBooks)
Preferred Skills:
- Nonprofit accounting principles
- Grant accounting and reporting
- Budgeting and forecasting support
- Financial statement preparation
- Internal controls compliance
Additional Skills:
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple priorities
- Strong vision, hand–eye coordination, and manual dexterity
- Ability to lift items weighing up to 20 pounds
About the Client:
The client operates within the nonprofit sector, maintaining compliance with nonprofit accounting standards, grant requirements, and applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
The client operates within the nonprofit sector, maintaining compliance with nonprofit accounting standards, grant requirements, and applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
About GTT:
GTT is a minority-owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American-owned company in Alaska. We highly value diverse and inclusive workplaces and support Fortune 500 organizations across banking, financial services, technology, life sciences, biotech, utilities, and retail sectors throughout the U.S. and Canada.
GTT is a minority-owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American-owned company in Alaska. We highly value diverse and inclusive workplaces and support Fortune 500 organizations across banking, financial services, technology, life sciences, biotech, utilities, and retail sectors throughout the U.S. and Canada.
Job Number:
26-02046
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