Staff Accountant

CFS; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great benefits and work-life balance

Mentorship and growth opportunities

Collaborative team environment

Exposure to full-cycle accounting

Job summary

CFS in Pittsburgh, PA is seeking a Staff Accountant with 1–2 years of accounting experience for a hybrid role. You will assist in monthly and quarterly financial statements, post journal entries, perform reconciliations, and support month-end close, working closely with the accounting team.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in Accounting or related field, strong GAAP knowledge, proficiency in Excel and accounting software, and a detail-oriented, collaborative approach.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 1–2 years of accounting experience (internship or entry-level considered).
• Strong understanding of GAAP principles.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation of monthly and quarterly financial statements
• Prepare and post journal entries
• Perform account reconciliations and balance sheet analysis
• Support month‑end and year‑end closing activities
• Assist with variance analysis and ad hoc reporting
• Maintain organized and accurate accounting records
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure financial accuracy and completeness

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Eagerness to learn

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Excel

Accounting software

Job description

STAFF ACCOUNTANT

Pittsburgh, PA (hybrid)

$50,000- $55,0000

Our client is seeking a motivated Staff Accountant with 1–2 years of accounting experience to join their growing team. This position offers the opportunity to gain hands‑on experience in general ledger accounting, financial statement preparation, and month‑end close, while being part of a supportive and collaborative accounting department.

Why Join

• Great benefits and work-life balance
• Opportunities for professional growth and mentorship
• Collaborative, team-oriented environment
• Exposure to full-cycle accounting and financial reporting

Overview Of The Role

• Assist with the preparation of monthly and quarterly financial statements
• Prepare and post journal entries
• Perform account reconciliations and balance sheet analysis
• Support month‑end and year‑end closing activities
• Assist with variance analysis and ad hoc reporting
• Maintain organized and accurate accounting records
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure financial accuracy and completeness

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 1–2 years of accounting experience (internship or entry‑level experience considered)
• Strong understanding of GAAP principles
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
• Eagerness to learn and grow within the accounting function