Staff Accountant: Automation & Cost Analysis

Comcast; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Comcast is seeking a skilled accountant to support payroll, cost accounting and general ledger processes in a fast-paced environment. You will design automated routines, analyze financial data and prepare journal entries with a focus on accuracy and compliance.

The role requires 2–5 years of experience, a Bachelor's degree, and the ability to work nights and weekends as needed. You will collaborate with teams to ensure timely financial reporting and internal controls.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; related experience considered as substitute.
• 2–5 years of accounting experience preferred.
• Experience with payroll and cost accounting a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop automated accounting routines in systems like Oracle to streamline financial processes
• Interpreting accounting data, analyzing reports, and recommending actions for financial optimization
• Preparing complex journal entries, maintaining detailed ledgers, and performing cost account reconciliations
• Assisting in the development and implementation of advanced accounting systems and cost accounting methods
• Establishing and managing property accounting records to ensure compliance and accuracy
• Overseeing the work of junior accountants, ensuring the accuracy of financial statements and reports
• Generating financial reports and analyses for management review, highlighting key financial trends
• Recording monthly transactions with detailed journal entries and substantiating documentation for audit trails
• Regular, consistent and punctual attendance. Must be able to work nights and weekends, variable schedule(s) as necessary.

Skills

Accounting

Collaboration

Accounts Receivable (AR) Analysis

Teamwork

Account Reconciliations

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Oracle

Job description

Comcast is seeking a skilled accountant to support payroll, cost accounting and general ledger processes in a fast-paced environment. You will design automated routines, analyze financial data and prepare journal entries with a focus on accuracy and compliance.

The role requires 2–5 years of experience, a Bachelor's degree, and the ability to work nights and weekends as needed. You will collaborate with teams to ensure timely financial reporting and internal controls.