Staff Accountant Job at Allegheny County Housing Authority, Pennsylvania

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  • Allegheny County Housing Authority
  • Pennsylvania

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Purpose: This full-time 35-hour/week position will be responsible for performing assigned general and specific accounting duties professionally and confidentially, and with a high degree of personal integrity.

Essential Job Functions:

1. Maintain the general ledger, including reconciliation of balance sheet accounts.

2. Prepare financial reports for internal and external stakeholders, in compliance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).

3. Reconcile various bank accounts.

4. Monitor and track activity related to the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) Program, including FSS (Family Self-Sufficiency), Fraud Recovery, VMS (Voucher Management System) reporting, and the HAP 3-Year Tool.

5. Maintain fixed asset ledgers by program area, ensuring compliance with GAAP.

6. Receive, organize, verify, approve, and code vendor payments in accordance with ACHA procedures.

7. Monitor vendor contracts and ensure proper payment tracking.

8. Perform financial close-out procedures for vacated tenants, support tenant-related legal follow-up, and assist with legal filings as appropriate.

9. Assist with year-end closing processes and annual audit preparation.

10. Perform additional duties as assigned to support the department’s effectiveness and efficiency.

Skills and Performance Factors:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to understand and comply with program-specific regulatory requirements.

• Capable of developing and maintaining internal controls for compliance and reporting.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Must possess and maintain a valid Pennsylvania driver’s license.

• Attendance and Dependability: Consistently reports to work as scheduled and completes assignments accurately and on time.

• Communication: Communicates clearly and professionally with colleagues, supervisors, and external contacts.

• Collaboration: Builds and maintains effective working relationships across the organization and with outside entities.

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field is required.

• Experience in government or public sector accounting is preferred.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel, Word, and Outlook.

Physical Requirements:

• Work is performed in both office and community settings.

• Must be able to attend meetings or events at various ACHA and community locations.

• Must be capable of working in environments that may be hot, cold, damp, or dusty.

• Requires sufficient manual dexterity for operating standard office equipment (e.g., computer, phone, calculator).

• Must be able to lift and handle small office items such as files, reports, and supplies.

If you require assistance when completing the employment application or you anticipate a need for accommodation during the selection process due to a disability, then please contact the Human Resources Department at 412-402-2436 or HR@achsng.com.

As a condition of employment, the candidate must successfully pass a post-offer physical examination, drug screen, and background security review with regular full-time employment being contingent upon successful completion of a probationary period.

Job Tags

Full time, Work at office,

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