Staff Accountant 2

County of Adams; Gettysburg (Adams County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

County of Adams is seeking a Staff Accountant II to perform complex accounting processes with accuracy and independence. The role builds on Staff Accountant I duties, adding month-end and year-end close, reconciliations, and financial reporting under the Office of the Controller.

The position requires municipal finance knowledge, strong analytical ability, and effective communication to coordinate multiple tasks and meet deadlines.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or higher in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 3–5 years of professional accounting experience.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to interpret complex financial data.
• Proficiency with ERP systems and general ledger management.
• Advanced Excel skills with complex formulas, pivot tables, and Power Query.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform reconciliation of all revenue and receivable accounts.
• Prepare and record non-routine or complex journal entries.
• Analyze accounting records to assess accuracy, completeness, and conformance to standards.
• Prepare schedules and assist auditors during the annual audit and ACFR preparation.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

ERP systems

General ledger management

Advanced Excel

Communication skills

Financial data interpretation

Education

Associate's degree in accounting/finance

Bachelor's degree in accounting

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

The Staff Accountant II executes complex accounting processes with a high degree of accuracy and independence. This position is a key mid-level professional role which encompasses all core duties of a Staff Accountant I while adding preparation of complex accounting transactions, reconciliations, analysis and performing month-end and year end closing processes all while ensuring the overall financial integrity and reporting accuracy under the Office of the Controller.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Associate's degree or higher in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• At least 3-5 years of professional accounting experience.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data
• Proficiency with ERP systems and general ledger management.
• Advanced skills in excel, including complex formulas, pivot tables, and power query.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, business administration or related field.

Responsibilities:

• Perform reconciliation of all revenue and receivable accounts.
• Prepare and record non-routine or complex journal entries.
• Analyze accounting records to assess accuracy, completeness, and conformance to reporting and procedural standards.
• Prepare schedules and assist auditors during annual audit and preparation of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report.

The Staff Accountant II uses their accounting knowledge daily to ensure high accuracy, precision, and attention to detail. This position requires knowledge of municipal finance and governmental accounting practices and controls, account analysis, and bank reconciliation. Strong interpersonal and telephone communication skills, effective written and verbal communication, and working well with others is a must. Must be able to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and coordinate multiple task projects.