Senior Accountant

Talentify; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Talentify in Harrisburg, PA is seeking a Senior Accountant to support day-to-day accounting operations in a fully onsite environment. The role focuses on general ledger accounting, reconciliations, journal entries, and month-end close.

Payroll processing is required about two days per week, with payroll experience preferred but trainable for a strong candidate. The position is permanent and onsite in Harrisburg, offering a competitive salary within the stated range and benefits.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of GL accounting.
• General Ledger accounting experience.
• Journal entry and reconciliation experience.
• Experience supporting month-end close.
• Knowledge of payroll tax reporting.
• Strong Excel skills.
• Understanding of GAAP.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and post journal entries.
• Perform bank, balance sheet, and credit card reconciliations.
• Support month-end close activities and financial reporting deadlines.
• Analyze and research account variances.
• Maintain accuracy of general ledger accounts.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to resolve accounting issues.
• Assist with payroll processing and related support activities approximately two days per week.
• Work independently in a fast-paced accounting environment.

Skills

reconciliation

month end

Journal Entries

general ledger

payroll

Tools

Paylocity

Sage

Job description

Description

We are seeking a Senior Accountant to support day-to-day accounting operations in a fully onsite environment. This role will focus primarily on general ledger accounting, account reconciliations, journal entries, and month-end close activities. The position will also assist with payroll processing approximately two days per week. Payroll experience is preferred but can be trained for a strong accounting professional.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and post journal entries.
• Perform bank, balance sheet, and credit card reconciliations.
• Support month-end close activities and financial reporting deadlines.
• Analyze and research account variances.
• Maintain accuracy of general ledger accounts.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to resolve accounting issues.
• Assist with payroll processing and related support activities approximately two days per week.
• Work independently in a fast-paced accounting environment.

MUST HAVES

• General Ledger Accounting
• Account Reconciliations
• Journal Entries
• Month-End Close

NICE TO HAVES

• Payroll processing
• Manufacturing, construction, automation industry experience
• Treasury experience

Skills

reconciliation, month end, Journal Entries, general ledger, paylocity, sage, payroll

Top Skills Details

reconciliation,month end,Journal Entries,general ledger

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• 3+ years of GL accounting
• General Ledger accounting experience
• Journal entry and reconciliation experience
• Experience supporting month-end close
• Knowledge of payroll tax reporting
• Strong Excel skills
• Understanding of GAAP

Experience Level

Intermediate Level

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Harrisburg, PA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $70000.00 - $90000.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Benefits package can be provided

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Harrisburg,PA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 15, 2026.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.