Staff Accountant - I

The position provides backup coverage and cross-functional support for payroll, accounts payable and purchasing to ensure operational continuity and effective internal controls. Partners For Quality provides administrative management to five subsidiary organizations that support local individuals with intellectual & developmental disabilities and behavioral health challenges.

Overview:

ORGANIZATION: Partners For Quality, Inc.
DEPARTMENT: Fiscal
POSITION: Staff Accountant - I
STATUS: Full Time; 37.5 hours/week
SCHEDULE / HOURS: Monday through Friday; 8:00AM - 4:00PM
LOCATION: Robinson Township

SALARY: $50,000/yr - $60,000/yr

 

Partners For Quality Inc. (PFQ) is a private, non-profit organization based in Robinson Township. Partners For Quality provides administrative management to five subsidiary organizations that support local individuals with intellectual & developmental disabilities and behavioral health challenges. PFQ’s management services include Fiscal (including payroll), HR, IT and Communications thus allowing subsidiaries to focus on their day-to-day priorities.

Responsibilities:

The Staff Accountant reports to the Corporate Controller and assists with the accounting operations of Partners For Quality (PFQ) and its Family of Agencies. Responsibilities include supporting general ledger accounting, monthly close activities, and financial reporting.  The position provides backup coverage and cross-functional support for payroll, accounts payable and purchasing to ensure operational continuity and effective internal controls. 

 

This position is designed to provide broad exposure to multiple accounting disciplines while developing the knowledge, skills, and experience necessary for advancement within the PFQ Accounting Department.

 

This position supports the mission, vision, and operational needs of Partners For Quality (PFQ) and its family of agencies. Employees will be required to collaborate with, provide services to, or support initiatives across all PFQ agencies, as business needs dictate.  

 

All employees are expected to demonstrate and uphold PFQ's CHOICES Guiding Principles in their daily work, interactions, and decision-making: 

 

Care: Demonstrate kindness, empathy, and integrity. 

Holistic: Consider the whole person and broader impact of actions. 

Opportunity: Seek creative solutions and possibilities for growth. 

Inclusion: Foster a respectful and welcoming environment. 

Collaborate: Work cooperatively with colleagues, individuals served, families, and community partners. 

Empower: Encourage growth, learning, and informed decision-making. 

Support: Promote a person-centered approach that helps others achieve their goals. 

 

Demonstration of the CHOICES Guiding Principles is an essential function of all positions and will be considered as part of performance expectations and evaluations. 

 

• Assist with journal entries, account reconciliations, supporting schedules, and month-end/year-end closing activities. 

• Maintain organized accounting records and supporting documentation. 

• Assist with external audits, cost reports, grant reporting, and other regulatory reporting requirements as assigned. 

• Ensure accounting records are maintained in accordance with organizational policies, procedures, and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). 

• Receive training and maintain proficiency in payroll systems, procedures, and related internal controls. 

• Provide backup support for payroll processing during vacations, leaves of absence, staffing transitions, or other periods as needed. 

• Assist with payroll reconciliations and payroll-related journal entries. 

• Maintain confidentiality and proper documentation of payroll records in accordance with organizational requirements.   

• Assist with accounts payable processing, vendor maintenance, payment preparation, and related recordkeeping. 

• Assist with vendor statement reconciliations and resolution of payment discrepancies. 

• Ensure supporting documentation is maintained in accordance with departmental procedures and internal control requirements. 

• Assist with purchasing and procurement activities as assigned. 

• Assist in the review and distribution of corporate credit card activity to/from employees. 

• Provide backup coverage for purchasing functions during staff absences or periods of increased workload. 

• Participate in cross-training opportunities throughout the accounting department. 

• Perform other duties as assigned. 

CASH INCENTIVES
Employees have the opportunity to earn additional money through our employee referral program

 

BENEFITS

• Full Time employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package:
• Health, Dental and Vision Insurances
• $1,200 cash payout option in lieu of Health Insurance coverage
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• 16 to 26 Paid Days Off / year
• Wellness Days (2 per year)
• Sick Time
• 8 Paid Holidays
• Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Optional 401(k) with Employer match

 

WORK PERKS

• Paid orientation and training
• Free parking (select locations)
• Employee Activities, Rewards and Recognition Programs
• Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program

 

APPLY TO THIS POSITION

Interested applicants can choose to apply in any of the following ways:

Complete an employment application online

Email resumes:Careers@PFQ.org

 

 

Partners For Quality and its family of agencies are an equal opportunity employer

EOE

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field. 
• Recent graduates and candidates with up to two (2) years of accounting experience are encouraged to apply. 
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, including Excel. 
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills. 
• Valid Driver's License required. 
• Act 33, Act 34, and FBI Clearances required. 

Minimum Compensation: USD $50,000.00/Yr. Maximum Compensation: USD $60,000.00/Yr.