Staff Accountant

Youth Advocate Programs, Inc.; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; 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 Staff Accountant to assist the Senior Accountant in maintaining GAAP-based financial records in the U.S. This role involves reconciliations, data accuracy, and support for month-end and year-end closes.

The position emphasizes strong internal controls, precise reporting, and collaboration across departments to ensure timely, reliable financial information.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field.
• 4+ years of private accounting experience.
• Understand, interpret, and disseminate financial information to ensure GAAP compliance.
• Communicate across departments to ensure accurate, timely recording of journal entries.

Responsibilities

• Support Senior Accountant in GAAP-compliant financial records.
• Prepare assigned account reconciliations and ensure data accuracy.
• Assist with month-end and year-end close processes.
• Contribute to internal controls and overall financial reporting.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Journal entries

Month-end close

Excel proficiency

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

Tools

Accounting software

Microsoft Office

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 communication within and across departments to ensure accurate, reliable, and timely recoding 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.