Senior Accountant

Lawrence County Community Action Partnership; New Castle (PA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Retirement plan with employer contribution

Generous paid time off and 13 holidays

Job summary

Lawrence County Community Action Partnership is seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant II to join their finance team in New Castle, PA. This critical role involves managing financial operations, ensuring compliance with nonprofit accounting standards, and supporting decision-making. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, 2-4 years of experience in nonprofit accounting, and expertise in GAAP. The position offers competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• 2 to 4 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably within a nonprofit organization.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and nonprofit accounting practices (FASB ASC 958).
• Experience with fund accounting and grant reporting.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Manage general ledger activities including journal entries and reconciliations.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and nonprofit-specific accounting standards.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Nonprofit accounting

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Advanced Excel skills

Education

Bachelor degree in accounting

Tools

Blackbaud Financial Edge NXT

Sage

Job description

Job Title: Staff Accountant II Position: Full Time
FLSA: Exempt
Location: Onsite, New Castle, PA Reports To: Director of Finance

Position Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented and mission-driven Senior Accountant to join our finance team. This role plays a critical part in maintaining the integrity of our financial operations, ensuring compliance with nonprofit accounting standards, and supporting strategic decision-making. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting expertise, experience in nonprofit financial management, and a collaborative mindset.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
• Manage general ledger activities, including journal entries, reconciliations, and account analysis
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and nonprofit-specific accounting standards (including fund accounting)
• Support the annual audit and 990 process and liaise with external auditors
• Monitor and report on grant funding, including compliance and reporting requirements
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis
• Oversee restricted and unrestricted fund tracking
• Improve and document accounting processes and internal controls
• Collaborate cross-functionally with program and development teams

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in accounting
• 2 to 4 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably within a nonprofit organization
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and nonprofit accounting practices (FASB ASC 958)
• Experience with fund accounting and grant reporting
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Blackbaud Financial Edge NXT, Sage, or similar)
• Advanced Excel skills
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• Comprehensive benefits package (health, dental, vision)
• Retirement plan with employer contribution 4%
• Generous paid time off and 13 holidays
• Opportunity to contribute to meaningful, mission-driven work