Staff Accountant (Internal Applicants Only)

Jewish Family and Community Services of Pittsburgh; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Jewish Family and Community Services of Pittsburgh is seeking an Accountant to support the CFO and the agency’s fiscal team with bookkeeping, month-end close, and budgeting activities. You will work with leadership to prepare annual budgets and assist with audits, ensuring strong financial controls in a nonprofit setting.

Responsibilities include reconciliations, journal entries, variance analysis, and timely reporting to management and funders.

Qualifications

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related programs.
• Knowledge of, or ability to learn accounting software systems.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Able to maintain confidential and meticulous records.
• Comfortable working independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.

Responsibilities

• Conducts balance sheet reconciliations and assist in the month-end and year-end closing process.
• Prepares and post journal entries, accruals, and adjusting entries to the general ledger.
• Ensures transactions are recorded accurately, in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Identifies opportunities for improvement in agency processes and internal controls.
• Assists in the preparation of external agency billings by compiling financial data and reporting to the funding agency or foundation.
• Monitors individual program budgets within the organization, and communicates progress in a timely manner to management.
• Communicates with internal and external partners to ensure discrepancy resolutions.
• Utilize accounting software to review, propose and post financial transactions effectively and accurately.
• Assists in preparation of monthly financial statements, reports, and analyses.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Independent worker

Team collaboration

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Accounting software

Job description

Title: Accountant

(Full Time Position)

Status: Non-Exempt

Supervisor: Chief Financial Officer

JFCS Pittsburgh

Since 1937, JFCS Pittsburgh has been pushing what’s possible in human services—combining compassion, innovation, and a relentless commitment to dignity and justice. We partner with people across the region to navigate life’s changes and challenges, ensuring that no neighbor has to navigate these difficulties alone.

We proudly serve job seekers, refugees and immigrants, individuals with disabilities, people experiencing food insecurity, those seeking mental health support, youth, and older adults. Through meaningful support and compassionate care, our goal is to help every person feel valued, empowered, and able to reach their full potential.

At JFCS, your work matters. You’ll join a team of passionate problem‑solvers and strategic thinkers who care deeply about people and aren’t afraid to rethink the way support is delivered. Here, creativity is encouraged, compassion drives every decision, and your impact is felt immediately in the community.

If you want your work to spark purpose, connection, and meaningful change—JFCS is where you can make it happen.

Position Summary:

As a key member of the fiscal team, this position will help support the CFO, fiscal administrators, and other non-profit organizations with financials and bookkeeping. The Accountant will work with leadership throughout the agency to develop budgeting related to current and proposed programming, annual cost reports and prepare required documents for audits. JFCS has received the Wishart Award for fiscal responsibility and this position will help us ensure that our organization remains fiscally strong and responsive to the needs of our community.

Responsibilities:

• Conducts balance sheet reconciliations and assist in the month-end and year-end closing process

• Prepares and post journal entries, accruals, and adjusting entries to the general ledger

• Ensures transactions are recorded accurately, in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)

• Identifies opportunities for improvement in agency processes and internal controls

• Assists in the preparation of external agency billings by compiling financial data and reporting to the funding agency or foundation

• Monitors individual program budgets within the organization, and communicates progress in a timely manner to management

• Communicates with internal and external partners to ensure discrepancy resolutions

• Utilize accounting software to review, propose and post financial transactions effectively and accurately

• Assists in preparation of monthly financial statements, reports, and analyses

• Other related duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related programs.

• Knowledge of, or ability to learn accounting software systems.

• Have excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Have the ability to maintain confidential and meticulous records.

• Comfortable working independently and as part of a team

• Excellent communication and interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.