Staff Accountant I: GAAP/GASB, NetSuite & Audit Support

Urban Redevelopment Authority of Pittsburgh; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Urban Redevelopment Authority of Pittsburgh is seeking a Staff Accountant I to perform day-to-day accounting transactions in the Finance Department, including NetSuite entries and processing of payment requisitions.

You will work with auditors to ensure GAAP and GASB compliance, prepare month-end journal entries, and manage accounts receivable while supporting annual audits. A bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
• Strong numeracy and analytical skills
• Knowledge of GAAP & GASB
• Experience with financial statements
• Effective communication

Responsibilities

• Documents financial transactions by entering transaction details into NetSuite.
• Process, submit, and record payment requisitions for all funding sources on a monthly, quarterly and as needed basis.
• Create and process customers invoices and manage collections of Accounts Receivable.
• Record and process daily lockbox receipts.
• Perform month-end duties, including journal entries.
• Maintaining documentation and requirements according to funding regulations and requirements.
• Adhere to procedures and policies and make recommendations on process improvement.
• Work with Finance management on annual audit.
• Must maintain confidentiality.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP & GASB principles
• Perform other assigned duties

Skills

Effective communication

Accuracy & attention to detail

Analytical & problem-solving

Independent & collaborative work

Numerical aptitude

GAAP & GASB knowledge

Financial statements understanding

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Job description

Urban Redevelopment Authority of Pittsburgh is seeking a Staff Accountant I to perform day-to-day accounting transactions in the Finance Department, including NetSuite entries and processing of payment requisitions.

You will work with auditors to ensure GAAP and GASB compliance, prepare month-end journal entries, and manage accounts receivable while supporting annual audits. A bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance is required.