Staff Accountant

Youth Advocate Programs, Inc.; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Prescription

Dental

Vision

Short Term Disability

UNUM Supplemental Benefits

Paid time off

Holiday Pay

403(b) Retirement Savings Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Pet Insurance

Weekly pay

Direct Deposit

Job summary

Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. is seeking a Full-Time Staff Accountant in Harrisburg, PA. This role supports the Senior Accountant by maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring GAAP compliance. Key responsibilities include preparing account reconciliations and assisting with financial reporting. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor’s degree in accounting, four years of experience, and proficiency in financial software. Benefits include medical, dental, and a 403(b) retirement plan.

Qualifications

• Four or more years of private accounting experience.
• Strong understanding of GAAP compliance.
• Experience with month-end close procedures.

Responsibilities

• Support the Senior Accountant in maintaining financial records.
• Prepare assigned account reconciliations.
• Assist with month-end and year-end close processes.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel)

Financial software

Job description

Status: Full-Time Hourly FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt

Summary of the Position

Staff Accountant supports the Senior Accountant in maintaining accurate financial records in accordance with GAAP. Responsibilities include preparing assigned account reconciliations, ensuring accuracy and completeness of financial data, and assisting with month‑end and year‑end close processes. This role contributes to maintaining strong internal controls and supporting overall financial reporting.

Qualifications/Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field
• Four (4) or more years of private accounting experience
• Ability to understand, interpret, and disseminate financial information to ensure compliance with GAAP.
• Effectively communicate within and across departments to ensure accurate, reliable, and timely recording of journal entries for assigned general ledger accounts.
• Significant exposure to month-end close procedures and strong understanding of reconciliation and appropriate correcting entries.
• Strong proficiency in financial software and Microsoft Office (Excel)
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in financial reporting.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent problem solving and analytical skills.
• Strong written and communication skills.

Benefits Available

• Medical/Prescription
• Dental
• Vision
• Short Term Disability
• UNUM Supplemental Benefits
• Paid time off.
• Holiday Pay
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan.
• Employee Assistance Program
• Pet Insurance
• Weekly pay
• Direct Deposit

Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on individual merit, skills, and qualifications, without regard to race, age, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, sex, military or veteran status, or disability or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where YAP operates. YAP will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.