Accounting Analyst

Light Of Life Rescue Mission; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Light Of Life Rescue Mission in Pittsburgh, PA is seeking a full-time Accounting Analyst to support the Controller with GAAP-compliant accounting and internal controls. This fast-paced role requires keen attention to detail and strong organizational skills.

The candidate will handle accounts payable, invoicing, journal entries, reconciliations, asset depreciation, and petty cash for multiple Light of Life entities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related major is required.
• Minimum of 3 years accounting experience.
• Non-profit experience desirable.
• Proficiency in accounting software platforms and financial systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products.

Responsibilities

• Perform accounts payable for Light of Life Rescue Mission entities.
• Prepare and distribute invoices for OTF and other entities.
• Receive, deposit, and record payments and receipts.
• Liaise with OTF and other entities for accurate accounting and invoicing.
• Prepare and record monthly journal entries for entities.
• Distribute benevolence/internship payments and manage petty cash.
• Assist with monthly reconciliation of bank statements and general ledger accounts.
• Oversee setup and maintenance of the purchase request system.
• Assist with accounting of fixed assets and depreciation.
• Work as an integral member of Finance team.

Skills

Attention to detail

Accounting problem solving

Multi-project management

Troubleshooting complex issues

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related major

Tools

Accounting software

Microsoft Office

Job description

For over 70 years, Light of Life Rescue Mission has been a safe refuge for homeless and hurting people in the Pittsburgh area. The organization is currently seeking a full-time Accounting Analyst to assist the Controller with managing the accounting and financial aspects of the organization and account for all financial transactions adhering to GAAP standards and Light of Life's internal control policies and procedures. This is a fast‑paced environment; the position requires extreme attention to detail and a high level of organizational skills.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Perform accounts payable functions for various Light of Life Ministry entities including Off the Floor (OTF), L2 Community Support (L2), and others as needed.
2. Prepare and distribute partner/customer invoices for OTF and other entities as needed.
3. Receive, deposit, and record invoice payments and other check/cash receipts for OTF and other entities as needed.
4. liaison with OTF and other entities to ensure accurate accounting and invoicing.
5. Prepare and record monthly journal entries for L2, OTF, and other entities as needed.
6. Distribute client benevolence/internship payments and maintain related petty cash accounts.
7. Assist with monthly reconciliation of bank statements and general ledger accounts.
8. Oversee set up and maintenance of and support for purchase request system.
9. Assist with accounting of fixed asset and depreciation.
10. Work as an integral member of Finance team.

JOB COMPETENCIES

• High attention to detail and organized.
• Strong accounting problem solving.
• Executes multiple projects/tasks at the same time.
• Diagnoses complicated problems; resolves non-routine problems that affect work team.

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related major required.
• Minimum of 3 years Accounting experience.
• Non-profit experience desirable.
• Proficiency in accounting software platforms and financial systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products.

Light of Life is committed to maintaining a drug-free community. Due to the nature of our ministry serving some who struggle with issues of addiction or drug abuse, our staff may not use or consume controlled substances like marijuana, even when prescribed by a physician.