Staff Accountant: Reconciliations, Budgets & Improvements

Target Freight Management; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Target Freight Management is seeking a Staff Accountant to support the CFO in maintaining financial procedures and ensuring compliance. The role involves journal entries, updating financial reports, and supporting monthly closes.

The candidate should have a Bachelor's in accounting and 3–7 years of related experience, with strong Excel skills and a solid understanding of GAAP. The position emphasizes accuracy, confidentiality, and timely reporting in a Pittsburgh-based office.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field required.
• 3–7 years of related experience required.
• Strong Excel skills including complex formulas; use of AI noted.
• Detail- and deadline-oriented with strong organizational/documentation skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Understanding of GAAP and ability to adhere to it.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and confidentiality awareness.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily bank and intercompany reconciliations; weekly credit card reconciliations.
• Prepare journal entries and update general ledger; assist monthly reporting.
• Assist with yearly budget and quarterly forecast processes.
• Assist external accounting firm with annual review and tax compliance (1099).
• Communicate with other departments to ensure timely submissions.
• Identify and implement process improvements within accounting.

Skills

Excel skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

GAAP knowledge

Problem solving

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

Tools

AI tools

Job description

Target Freight Management is seeking a Staff Accountant to support the CFO in maintaining financial procedures and ensuring compliance. The role involves journal entries, updating financial reports, and supporting monthly closes.

The candidate should have a Bachelor's in accounting and 3–7 years of related experience, with strong Excel skills and a solid understanding of GAAP. The position emphasizes accuracy, confidentiality, and timely reporting in a Pittsburgh-based office.