Senior Accountant

Vaco; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Vaco in Pittsburgh, PA is hiring a Senior Accountant for day-to-day accounting operations, month-end and year-end close, reconciliations and financial reporting. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, analytical, and capable of working independently while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

The role involves preparing journal entries, supporting budgets and forecasts, and assisting audits, all while ensuring GAAP compliance and strong internal controls.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 3–5 years of progressive accounting experience.
• Strong GAAP knowledge and general ledger accounting.
• Experience with month-end close and financial reporting.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Experience with ERP or accounting systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage monthly, quarterly, and year-end close activities.
• Prepare and review journal entries and reconciliations.
• Maintain general ledger and ensure accurate transactions.
• Assist with monthly financial statements and management reports.
• Analyze balances, research variances, and prepare variance analyses.
• Support accounts payable/receivable, fixed assets, and related functions.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
• Ensure GAAP compliance and internal controls.

Skills

Detail oriented

Analytical

Independent

Cross-functional

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Excel

ERP systems

Job description

Vaco is hiring for a Senior Accountant role in Pittsburgh PA

Direct Hire

Salary: 75-100,000/yr

General Summary

The Senior Accountant is responsible for supporting the day-to-day accounting operations, maintaining accurate financial records, and ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting. This role plays a key part in the month-end and year-end close processes, account reconciliations, financial analysis, and internal controls. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, analytical, and capable of working independently while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Manage and support monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial close activities.
• Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
• Maintain general ledger accounts and ensure transactions are accurately recorded.
• Assist with preparation of monthly financial statements and management reports.
• Analyze account balances, identify discrepancies, and research variances.
• Reconcile bank accounts, balance sheet accounts, and intercompany transactions.
• Support accounts payable, accounts receivable, fixed assets, and other accounting functions as needed.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, company policies, and internal control procedures.
• Support external audits by preparing schedules, documentation, and account analyses.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, reporting accuracy, and efficiency.
• Assist with special projects and other accounting responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 3–5 years of progressive accounting experience.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and general ledger accounting.
• Experience with month-end close, financial reporting, and account reconciliations.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Experience working with ERP or accounting systems.

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA or progress toward CPA certification.
• Experience in a multi-entity or complex accounting environment.
• Previous experience supporting audits and internal controls.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.